Best Intel-Powered Laptops to Buy During This Festive Season

In the realm of laptops, Intel-powered machines are highly revered by consumers due to the range of options available. From budget models to high-end premium gaming machines, you will find an Intel-powered laptop for anyone from all walks of life. Whether you are a corporate professional, content creator, gamer, or student, there’s an Intel-powered laptop for all budgets and requirements. Let’s look at the best Intel laptops available in India that bring exceptional computing to your fingertips.

HP Spectre x360

The HP Spectre x360 was launched as the ‘world’s most adaptive PC with built-in AI technology.’ The HP Spectre x360 laptops feature the latest Intel Core Ultra processor with a dedicated NPU to boost on-device AI features. This makes it the first consumer HP laptop to come with an NPU. HP also claims it is the first consumer device to feature audio tuning by Poly.

The Intel Core Ultra 7 155H-powered laptop flaunts a vibrant 14-inch OLED display with a 2.8K resolution and 120Hz refresh rate. It offers AI security features such as a walk-away lock, wake-on approach, and privacy alerts. The NPU also enables AI features like automatic framing, background blur, and more during video calls.

HP Pavilion 16

The HP Pavilion 16 is a powerful laptop designed for professionals and creators alike. It offers an immersive viewing experience with up to 2K IMAX 16-inch display. It has a robust performance with AI chops through the latest generation Intel Core Ultra 5 125U chipset and a solid battery backup to last through a day. This processor is not as powerful as the ‘H’ variant we saw above, but this targeted towards slim form factor machines that need more reliable battery.

The laptop flaunts a FHD camera with a manual shutter to protect your privacy. HP claims that with a 16:10 aspect ratio and narrow bezels, the machine offers 10% added vertical space. The laptop starts at Rs 80,999 in India with attractive offers from the brand.

Dell Inspiron 14 Plus

The Dell Inspiron 14 Plus (Review) is a high-end laptop with Intel’s Core Ultra 7 155H processor, onboard AI features, and a hefty price tag. This minimal and powerful laptop is aimed at professionals looking for a compact yet capable machine for everyday carry.

The latest Dell Inspiron laptop features a 14-inch display with dual speakers backed by Dolby Atmos Core and Waves MaxxAudio Pro. It’s also a sturdy laptop with MIL-810H military-grade certification for its ability to withstand extreme conditions. Other features include an AI-powered noise reduction system for mics, an AI auto-framing feature to keep you center-aligned in video calls, and more.

Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i

The Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i (Review) is a laptop designed for creators who aspire to express their inspiration. To ensure that the device withstands daily handling, it has undergone several tests under the strict MIL-STD 810H certification. Whether you are headed to a shoot location or working in a studio, this laptop is crafted to keep up with the extreme conditions and deliver consistent performance.

The Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i offers good performance with the help of the Core Ultra 7 155H. It also comes with a Premium Suite of hardware and software to make the creation process seamless. You get a Dolby Atmos-tuned quad speaker setup, a 14-inch WUXGA OLED display, Rapid Charge Boost, and more.

ASUS Vivobook S15

The ASUS Vivobook S15 combines advanced technology with a minimalist design that’s ideal for all users. The laptop offers exceptional performance with an Intel Core Ultra 7 processor and integrated Intel Arc Graphics. It also offers AI features through the dedicated Copilot key, which allows for one-touch access to AI features.

The machine flaunts a brilliant 3K 120Hz ASUS Lumina OLED display for an excellent viewing experience. The visuals are complemented by an audio output tuned by Dolby Atmos, Harman/Kardon, ASUS Audio Booster, and Smart Amplifier technology. Other notable features include ASUS IceCool thermal technology, a single-zone RGB keyboard, an enlarged touchpad, and more.

MSI Prestige 16

The Prestige 16 is a premium laptop from the brand with a stellar combination of premium performance, high battery efficiency, a brilliant display, and a slim profile. The laptop is powered by the latest Intel Core Ultra and also comes with a discrete GPU – the Nvidia RTX 4060. You also get MSI AI Engine for AI features. With a 99.9Wh battery, it should last you all day long, even if you are a power user.

Unlike the last few laptops, the Prestige is not only built for productivity, but you can also use it for gaming purposes thanks to the GPU. The Prestige 16 is equipped with Cooler Boost 3 thermal technology to keep the temperature of the powerful processor under check and deliver consistent performance. It flaunts a MIL-810 STD-certified magnesium-aluminium chassis and is only 1.6kg in weight. This makes the MSI Prestige 16 an ideal machine for business professionals and creators who must carry their laptops daily.

HP Envy x360

The HP Envy x360 is the latest 2-in-1 laptop from the brand that offers users the flexibility to switch between laptop and tablet mode. It is the first from the brand to debut with a dedicated Microsoft CoPilot button to activate generative AI features. The Co-pilot button will help the laptop enable features such as assisted search, content generation, and more.

The Envy x360 features an Intel Core Ultra 5 125U processor with integrated Intel graphics for powerful performance. The 14-inch OLED touchscreen display offers 2.8K screen resolution for an unparalleled viewing experience. Powerful dual speakers with DTS-X Ultra tuning and HP Audio Boost technology amplify the visual experience further.

Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i

The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i was launched last year as the world’s first consumer Intel Evo Edition laptop with Intel’s new Core Ultra processor. It is powered by the Intel Core Ultra 9 processor along with a high-performance Intel Arc or Nvidia GeForce RTX 40 series GPU. The laptop features a massive 16-inch widescreen display for stunning visuals and TÜV Eyesafe certification for reduced blue light emissions.

The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i’s visual brilliance is backed by powerful audio output offered through dual speakers with Dolby Atmos tuning. It is designed to last and withstand the toughest environmental conditions, having undergone rigorous MIL-STD-810H tests. Thanks to the 84Wh battery, it not only lasts longer physically but also offers a longer battery life.

Acer Swift Go

The Acer Swift Go is another AI-ready laptop powered by the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H processor with the company’s Arc graphics processing unit (iGPU) and the new integrated neural processing unit (NPU) AI Boost. It features a 14-inch OLED display with a 2.8K resolution (2880×1800) with 100% DCI-P3, VESA Display HDR True Black 500 certification, and a 90 Hz refresh rate.

Acer Swift Go 14 sports an OceanGlass touchpad and 1440p QHD webcam with AI-supported technologies. These include PurifiedVoice to remove unwanted background noises and PurifiedView for automatic framing, gaze correction, and more. Acer’s AlterView technology uses AI-generated depth maps to convert 2D images into animated wallpapers with 3D effects.

Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro

The Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro (Review) is one of the brand’s flagship models, packing the latest innovations in the slimmest form factor possible. It features Intel’s industry-first AI PC acceleration programs for enhanced productivity. As for audiovisual, the laptop flaunts AKG Quad speakers with Dolby Atmos and a Dynamic AMOLED 2x screen with vision booster tech.

The laptop is powered by the Meteor Lake-based Intel Core Ultra 7 155H and Intel Arc graphics. Despite being one of the slimmest laptops on the market, the Galaxy Book4 Pro offers decent battery life and also charges comparatively fast. This one is an ideal ultrabook for those needing a compact and lightweight laptop to carry around.

These are the best laptops with the latest Intel processors you can buy in India this festive season. From convertible form factors to innovative AI features, these laptops can be a great choice if you are in the market for reliable performance.