Shoppers seeking affordable laptops with impressive performance should consider AMD Ryzen 5000 series processors. Although not the latest, these processors still deliver exceptional value, especially when evaluating price-to-performance ratio. The Ryzen 5500U and Ryzen 5600H processors stand out, offering a compelling blend of cores and clock speeds. The Ryzen 5500U boasts 6 cores, 12 threads, and clock speeds up to 4.0 GHz, making it suitable for everyday tasks, productivity, and light gaming. Meanwhile, the Ryzen 5600H packs 6 cores, 12 threads, and clock speeds up to 4.2 GHz, catering to more demanding users who require smooth performance for gaming, content creation, and multitasking. Our list highlights the best AMD Ryzen 5000 series laptops, showcasing devices that balance performance, features, and affordability, making them attractive options for those seeking a reliable laptop without breaking the bank. We have recommended laptops from the top brands across price segments. You have a Dell and Lenovo for every users, an excellent MSI option for thin and light laptop hunters on a tight budget. You also have gaming laptops from HP and creator focused laptops from Asus to choose from.
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This laptop from Acer has entry-level price point but almost mid-range specifications. This is a good option students and working professionals who are on a tight budget but aren’t willing to sacrifice on base level performance and specifications. The key specifications of the laptop are as follows.
Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 5500U featuring 6 cores and 12 threads, providing efficient performance for multitasking and everyday computing needs. It operates at a base clock speed of 2.1 GHz and can boost up to 4.0 GHz
Other Specifications and Features:
Display: 15.6-inch Full HD display with a 16:9 aspect ratio
Graphics: Integrated AMD Radeon graphics for decent visual performance, suitable for casual gaming and multimedia tasks
Memory and Storage: 16GB of dual-channel DDR4 RAM and a 512 GB SSD, ensuring fast performance and quick access to files and applications1.
Connectivity: Includes Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth, and multiple USB ports (USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, USB 2.0 Type-A, USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C) for versatile connectivity
Design: Sleek and portable design, weighing just 1.59 kg, making it easy to carry around
Keyboard: Full-size backlit keyboard with a numeric keypad, enhancing usability in low-light conditions
Operating System: Runs on Windows 11 Home
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This HP Victus Gaming laptop hits the sweet spot for amateur gamers and college students or even creators are looking to stretch their budget by a small margin beyond the Rs. 50,000 mark. Many of us start with that budget and then try to find out what is possible if the budget is stretched to 60K. This laptop is perfect match for them. It’s for a powerful processor, a dependable dedicated graphics card and also a good chassis that has stood the test of time when it comes to thermal management. The key specifications and features are mentioned below.
Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 5600H featuring 6 cores and 12 threads, designed for serious gaming and multitasking. It operates at a base clock speed of 3.3 GHz and can boost up to 4.2 GHz.
Other Specifications and Features:
Display: 15.6-inch Full HD IPS display with a 144Hz refresh rate and 9ms response time.
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 with 4GB GDDR6 dedicated graphics
Memory and Storage: 16GB DDR4 RAM and 512GB PCIe NVMe SSD
Connectivity: Includes Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3, USB Type-C, USB Type-A, RJ-45, and HDMI 2.1 ports for versatile connectivity.
Design: Weighing 2.37 kg, with a backlit keyboard for enhanced usability in low-light conditions.
Audio: Dual speakers with B&O audio
Battery: 3-cell, 52.5Wh battery with fast charge support
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This AMD Ryzen 5500u powered laptop has a touch screen and a 360-degree swivel display that can transform the laptop into a tablet or you can prop it on the table in a tent mode to share your screen with others easily. A great option if you want something extra while not going overboard on spending, yes this will remind you of the Lenovo Yoga series but thankfully won’t cost you as much! Key specifications and features are given below.
Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 5500U featuring 6 cores and 12 threads, a base clock speed of 2.1 GHz and boost of up to 4.0 GHz.
Other Specifications and Features:
Display: 14-inch Full HD IPS touch screen display with 300 nits brightness and anti-glare technology, supporting 360-degree screen orientation for versatile use as a laptop or tablet.
Graphics: Integrated AMD Radeon graphics for decent visual performance
Memory and Storage: 16GB DDR4 RAM and 512GB SSD
Connectivity: Includes Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.0, USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C, USB 2.0, and HDMI ports for versatile connectivity.
Design: Sleek and portable design, weighing just 1.5 kg, making it easy to carry around.
Keyboard: Full-size backlit keyboard with a numeric keypad
Security: Equipped with a fingerprint reader for enhanced security and quick login.
Operating System: Runs on Windows 11 Home
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This one is a special laptop, it’s got gaming grade processor for heavy tasks but lacks a dedicated GPU. This one is for creators on the move. Thanks to the large 16-inch display, premium design and wide range of connectivity options, the Asus Vivobook 16x is a great option for creators looking for that additional performance for thier second laptop. That 16-inch display with 16:10 aspect ratio is a clear giveaway. And yes, it’s also a good pick if you are looking for a binge watching companion with super powers that you can fall back on when you need that extra performance.
Key Features and Specifications
Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 5600H (6-core/12-thread, up to 4.2 GHz max boost)
Memory: 16 GB RAM
Storage: 512 GB SSD
Display: 16-inch WUXGA (1920 x 1200), 16:10 aspect ratio, LED Backlit, 300 nits brightness, anti-glare
Graphics: Integrated AMD Radeon Vega 7 Graphics
Operating System: Windows 11 Home
Features: Backlit keyboard, fingerprint sensor, lightweight (1.8 kg), pre-installed Microsoft Office Home & Student 2021
Connectivity: 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C, 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, 1 x USB 2.0 Type-A, 1 x HDMI 1.4, 1 x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack
Wireless: Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Bluetooth 5.3
Battery: 50WHrs, 3-cell Li-ion battery
Charging: 90W AC adapter, charges up to 50% in 30 minutes
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This one is kind of an easter egg, and not a mistake. In our list of AMD Ryzen 5000 series laptops, we’ve dropped an AMD Ryzen 7000 series laptop. And that’s by design. So you can look at this cracker of a deal. It’s got the newer AMD Ryzen 7000 series six core processor and 16GB of RAM, all neatly packed in a slim and light 14-inch form factor. What’s not to like? Give this one a long and hard look as an alternative to the Ryen 5000 series laptop that you have come looking for on this page. Key specifications and features are mentioned below.
Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 7530U (6-core/12-thread, up to 4.5 GHz max boost)
Memory: 16GB DDR4 RAM
Storage: 512GB NVMe PCIe Gen3x4 SSD
Display: 14-inch Full HD (1920 x 1080), 60Hz, 45% NTSC, IPS-Level Panel
Graphics: Integrated AMD Radeon RX Vega 7 Graphics
Operating System: Windows 11 Home
Features: Backlit keyboard, enlarged touchpad, 180-degree lay-flat hinge, Flip-n-Share function, lightweight (1.4 kg), 1.5 mm key travel
Connectivity:1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C, 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, 2 x USB 2.0 Type-A, 1 x HDMI 1.4, 1 x 3.5mm Combo
Wireless: Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2
Battery: 39.3 WHrs, 3-cell Li-ion battery
Charging: 65W AC adapter, fast charging supported
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This one from Dell is a well balanced safe bet, if you want something that looks good, is from a reputable brand and takes care of all the basic. The unique part of this laptop has to be the 120Hz refresh rate display with FHD resolution. We haven’t seen many laptops under Rs. 40,000 offering a fast refresh rate display. Another advantage with this one is the comprehensive connectivity options and a fairly lightweight profile for a 15.6-inch display. Checkout the specs below.
Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 5500U (6-core/12-thread, up to 4.0 GHz max boost)
Memory: 8 GB DDR4 RAM
Storage: 512 GB NVMe SSD
Display: 15.6-inch Full HD (1920 x 1080), 120Hz, 250 nits brightness, WVA AG Narrow Border Display
Graphics: Integrated AMD Radeon Graphics
Operating System: Windows 11 Home
Features: Backlit keyboard, fingerprint reader, lightweight (1.69 kg), pre-installed Microsoft Office Home & Student 2021, 15-month McAfee subscription
Connectivity: 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C, 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, 2 x USB 2.0 Type-A, 1 x HDMI 1.4, 1 x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack, SD Card Reader
Wireless: Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2
Battery: 54WHrs, 4-cell Li-ion battery, 65W AC adapter, fast charging supported
Weight: 1.69 kg
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