For presentations, essays and all the little Netflix breaks in between, laptops might just be the most important device for all types of students in Singapore. Whether you’re an engineer who needs extra juice for 3D renders or a budding designer who requires plenty of storage for all your projects, it’s important to pick a laptop that can keep up with your daily demands.
Here, we’ve picked out the best laptops for students available in Singapore.
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| Model Type | Best Features | Price |
| Asus Zenbook | Ultra-light at 980g, shock and scratch-resistant, 32-hour battery life, AI Copilot assistant | From $1,699 |
| Dell XPS 13 | Ultra-light carbon fiber/aluminium, 512GB NVME SSD, 4K touchscreen option, Intel processor with integrated graphics | From $2,249.01 |
| Acer Swift 14 AI Copilot | 1.26kg, 29-hour battery, AI Copilot assistant, 3K OLED display | From $1,499 |
| Apple MacBook Air | M1 chip, fanless operation, 18-hour battery life, premium design | From $1,399 |
| Asus Vivobook 14 | Affordable, 180-degree hinge, webcam shield, user-friendly touchpad | From $899 |
| HP Pavillion Plus | Sleek design, 13th-gen Intel Core i5, Bang & Olufsen speakers, 16:10 screen ratio | From $1,099 |
| Lenovo Legion 5i (Gen 9) | Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060, 512GB SSD, suitable for gaming and productivity | From $1,784.87 |
| ASUS TUF Gaming A14 | AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370, Nvidia GeForce GTX 4050, military-grade build, free gaming mouse and backpack | From $2,499 |
| Aftershock Forge 15X | Customisable RAM and storage, Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050, great for gaming and intensive workloads | From $1,505 |
| Razer Book 14 | 1.78kg, quick charge, ultra-thin bezels, immersive screen experience | From $3,299 |
When choosing a laptop, there are myriad specifications to pay attention to. Regardless of your needs though, here are some of the more fundamental ones that we’ve taken into account when curating this list:
A Windows laptop is usually the preferred choice for those looking for more affordable options, and is also known to have more customisable hardware compared to MacBooks. However, MacBooks are more optimised for creative softwares, like video and photo editing applications, so students pursuing creative courses might find it more suitable.
Now that we’ve gotten the technical details out of the way, here are the best laptops for students available in Singapore:
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If you’re looking for an ultra light laptop to carry around, look no further than the Asus Zenbook 14. Weighing just 980g – yes, not even 1kg – these sleek machines have a clean, minimalist design, and are known for both their portability and stylishness.
Starting at a relatively decent price of $1,699 for the Asus Zenbook A14 (UX3407) Copilot+ PC, this laptop is both practical and chic. Externally, it’s made with strong ceraluminum metal that’s said to be shock and scratch resistant, so you won’t have to worry about lugging your PC around on the go.
This model operates on the new Snapdragon X X1 26 100 Processor, known to be power efficient so you won’t run out of juice in the middle of a task. It also comes with 16GB RAM and has a 1TB solid-state drive. The device also has a handy AI assistant, which helps with a bunch of task shortcuts.
Other impressive features include an extended battery life of up to 32 hours – more than a day’s worth of work – plus fast charging. Apparently, you’ll be able to boot your device up back to 60% strength in just 49 minutes.
Price: From $1,699
Asus Zenbook 14 review: “Laptop is really light! Set up is easy too, graphics and designs are really pretty!” – k*****n via Shopee
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For those who prefer lugging all you need in a tote bag, you’ll probably want a lighter laptop to go easy on your shoulders. Made with ultra-lightweight carbon fibre and aluminium that’s found in F1 cars and planes, the Dell XPS 13 weighs in at just 1.16kg – lighter than some accounting textbooks.
Packed within its slim design is the latest-gen processor from Intel. Unlike dedicated graphics cards on beefier laptops like the Forge 15X, this CPU also does graphics processing, making it more energy efficient and compact. New tech aboard doubles the performance, letting you sneak in some light video gaming.
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For storage, the base model XPS 13 comes with a 512GB NVME solid-state drive that allows for snappier boot times, a bonus for those who are constantly on the move.
Its display also comes in two options: a 1080p non-touchscreen display, or a 4K-resolution touch screen display. Both choices are vibrant, colour-accurate and will unleash 500-nits of brightness – letting you comfortably read text on your screen even on a sunny day.
Price: From $2,249.01
Dell XPS 13 review: “My personal laptop has been an XPS-13 for 2 prior purchases. They have been sturdy and reliable with great performance. I ordered my latest update online and was able to easily order the specifics that I wanted.” – Stephen via Dell website
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If you’re looking for a more affordable lightweight alternative, check out the Acer Swift 14 AI Copilot laptops. Though a tad heavier than the Dell XPS, these sleek devices weigh as little as 1.26kg, and come at a lower starting price of $1,499.
The PCs are equipped with the latest Intel Core 9 processor, and promise up to 29 hours of battery life, so you needn’t worry about carrying a charger around all the time.
As its name suggests, the Acer Swift 14 AI has special artificial intelligence features that help to up your productivity, including the aforementioned AI assistant Copilot. For the creatives out there, this laptop is also a decent option for some light editing work, with up to a 3K OLED display that’s high res enough for seamless photo editing.
Price: From $1,499
Acer Swift 14 AI Copilot review: “I love the weight of this laptop, it’s just the “right size”. It was very easy to set up and install several programs that I use throughout my day. I really love the keyboard, the keys are very responsive and the backlighting is very helpful. The one item that I truly like about this Acer Swift 14 AI laptop is the touchscreen. It is very responsive and helps so much.” – Mike777VSP via BestBuy
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The MacBook Air from Apple has been a staple in the arms of many students thanks to its premium all-metal design and easy-to-use operating system since it came out in 2008. But it became an even worthier purchase when it updated its processor to the speedy M1 chip last year.
While it looks exactly the same from the outside, it can now handle more than 10 Google Chrome tabs without scalding your thighs when you’re working on the go. Unlike many other laptops, the MacBook Air lacks a fan, making it a completely silent workhorse that won’t earn you stares during your mugging sessions in the library.
The MacBook Air boasts a long battery life of 18 hours of wireless web surfing on a full charge – so you won’t have to search high and low for power outlets at your favourite cafe anymore. University students and all teachers can also make use of the educational discounts available on the Apple Store.
Price: From $1,399
Apple MacBook Air review: “Long-lasting battery life for all-day usage, ample storage space for all your files, smooth and fluid user experience.” – sn2c4gsvtz via Lazada
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Starting at an ultra affordable price of $899, the Asus Vivobook 14 may not have the fanciest specs, but it’s a solid budget option that’ll get the job done nonetheless.
Some of its features include a 180 degree lay-flat hinge, webcam shield, and larger user-friendly touchpad for easier navigation. We’d recommend it for students who need something practical for daily use, without having to fork out too much cash.
If you’re curious about the specs, the most affordable Vivobook has a slightly older Intel Core processor with an 8GB + 8GB RAM, and 512GB solid-state storage.
Price: From $899
ASUS Vivobook 14 review: “Good product. Power i9 processor. But the RAM and SSD is an older generation. Not recommended if you want a powerful system. But sufficient for normal gaming and work.“ – e*****8 via Shopee
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If you’re willing to pay a lil more, the HP Pavillion Plus is another affordable PC option starting at $1,099. Visually, this laptop looks sleeker and a tad more stylish, coming in a classic metal-blue colour.
The most affordable model runs on a 13th gen Intel Core i5 processor with 16GB RAM, and has a 512GB solid-state storage like the Asus Vivobook. It’s definitely a bit fancier though, and zhnged up with features like Bang & Olufsen speakers.
Price: From $1,099
HP Pavillion Plus review: “Laptop works well, starts up very fast with the SSD storage.” – xitjien8106 via Shopee
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Gaming laptops are usually bulky, heavy, or super expensive. Despite its gaming chops, Lenovo Legion 5i doesn’t have any of these drawbacks and is perfect for students looking for a healthy balance of work and play – all while on a budget.
It has a dedicated Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060 graphics card that will boost the performance of demanding apps like Photoshop and Premiere Pro. Demanding edits like perspective warp and overall processing times will also be vastly improved with the RTX 4060 when compared to an integrated graphics card.
And once you’ve cleared your submissions for the week, firing up your favourite video game will be super quick as well thanks to the NVME SSD. But with a base storage of 512GB, design students who need extra space for projects or movie junkies might want to fork out a little more for an upgrade.
Price: From $1,784.87 (U.P. $2,264.91)
Lenovo Legion 5i review: “If you are looking for a mobile powerhouse, this laptop is for you. However, don’t buy this expecting good battery life, you get around 3 hours of basic web use before it shuts down.” – Nick via Amazon
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Another gaming laptop that students can consider is the Asus TUF Gaming A14. Unlike the other Intel-based devices on this list, the secret sauce of the TUF Gaming A14 is the latest AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 chip. Especially when in some video editing and 3D design apps, this affordable processor can be faster than some high-end Intel ones.
It also sports a dedicated Nvidia GeForce GTX 4050 graphics card with ROG Boost that can add additional performance when you’re working on a video project on Adobe Premiere Pro. With up to 1TB of storage, you can be rest assured that your countless projects and assets all have a home, too.
The “TUF” part of the name comes from how tough the laptop literally is – it is built to military-grade toughness and has been drop tested with short falls to deal with daily bumps and dings. To sweeten the deal, your TUF Gaming A14 will come with some freebies including a gaming mouse and backpack.
Asus TUF Gaming A15 review: “Overpriced for the storage capacity and speed. Good computer but could’ve found better for the price. Also for a 2025 PC, I shouldn’t have to update so many system updates.” – Cory Marshall via Amazon
Price: From $2,499 (U.P. $2,799)
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You might be familiar with Aftershock and the custom PCs they build. They also offer a custom for laptops, starting with the Forge 15X. The base specs of the Forge 15X hits the sweet spot when it comes to price-to-performance ratio, and it can handle even the most intense gaming sessions.
The CPU and graphics card are two of a computer’s core components, and the Forge 15X comes equipped with some of the latest ones. While it is the heaviest laptop in this list at 2.35KG, you will find one of the latest graphics cards – the Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050 for the base model – that can handle almost any intensive task you throw at it, from photo editing to 3D video rendering.
Some of the customisable features include the RAM and storage space, but the base option of 16GB of RAM and 1TB of storage in a solid-state drive is more than sufficient for most users.
Price: From $1,505 (U.P. $1,725)
Aftershock Forge 15X review: “Overall I’m satisfied with the Forge 15X. It’s unassuming and understated aesthetically, but what counts is the stuff underneath the boot. Impressive specs for the price point, hence it’s value for money. That said, I must say it’s somewhat disappointing that the camera cannot support facial recognition and there’s no fingerprint recognition.” – Teckliangwee via Shopee
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For a custom desktop for gaming and productivity, check out our Aftershock RAPID review.
Razer might be known for their gaming devices, but their new Razer Book 14 is geared towards those who take pride in their productivity – students included. It offers the sleek aluminium chassis its gaming laptops are known for while only weighing 1.78KG, a lightweight companion for those days spent shuttling between faculties non-stop.
But while it trades off the ability to breeze through demanding gaming titles like its gaming-focused cousins, the Razer Book 14 has a nifty quick charge feature. This lets you quickly refuel your device for a four-hour lecture marathon while you grab a quick 30-minute bite at the canteen.
But it’s the display that really makes the Razer Book 14 truly stand out from the competition. It has some of the thinnest bezels ever on a 14” screen, which makes for an immersive all-screen viewing experience for movies and some casual gameplay.
Price: From $3,299
Razer Book 14 review: “The 3070 version of this laptop hits the sweet spot for sure. Graphics caps out at 100w. This laptop drives the WQHD screen amazingly. It does get a bit warm on the top case near the display, which is to be expected from a gaming laptop. Overall the best laptop I’ve ever owned.” – Jonathan Carter via Amazon
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With a whole jumble of specs, figures, and features to consider, it can be difficult to pick out the best laptop for your schooling needs. By considering your course requirements and hobbies, this list of the best laptops for students in Singapore might just contain the perfect laptop for you to blaze through 3D design projects, photography side-gig, and nightly Netflix binges.
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This article contains partial partnership content. However, all opinions are ours.
Originally published on 26th April 2021. Last updated by Gwyn Lim on 24th February 2025.
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