Best Chinese Laptops in 2020

Buying a laptop is a long process, during which one or another model of various manufacturers is compared. For several years, Asian countries such as Singapore, Korea, Taiwan, China (these four countries are also called the four Asian tigers) have been actively introducing their products into the economies of the largest countries. These states offer laptops at the best price, but with the most worthy technical characteristics. Particular attention should be paid to China, the largest supplier of equipment to other countries.

Best laptops from China this year

One of the most famous and sought-after laptop companies is Xiaomi. It was founded in 2010 by several enthusiastic partners, and in a short amount of time became known all over the world.

It is a common misconception that if a product is made in China, it means that it is either a fake or a product of poor quality.

This is especially true of technology. The stereotype that only low-quality mobile phones, laptops, cameras, etc. are produced in the PRC is fundamentally wrong.

Do not forget that it is the aforementioned company Xiaomi, as well as such transnational companies as Acer, ASUS, HTC, Lenovo, OnePlus, Huawei, Meizu, ZTE, which produce about 60% of the equipment in the entire market. Even the world famous corporation Apple assembles products in China.

Xiaomi Notebook Air 12.5 and 13.3 inches.

Xiaomi is one of the most famous Chinese companies. It was founded in 2010, and it all began with the creation of firmware for Android smartphones MIUI. Now Xiaomi produces almost all types of technology: smartphones, tablets, smart home accessories. Also in 2016, the company began producing laptops under the name Xiaomi Mi Notebook. This line of models immediately gained popularity among the general population.

There are two laptops of this model from Xiaomi: 12.5 and 13.3 inches. They differ only in internal characteristics and screen diagonal.

Both are similar in design to Apple Macbook laptops. The austere and minimalist design is very attractive. The laptop case is a solid rectangle made of aluminum.

The assembly is not a cause for concern, because everything is solid and does not stagger. The hinges between the screen and the keyboard are tight, but you can still open the lid with one hand. There are no logos on it, so it's not immediately possible to recognize the Xiaomi laptop. The display rotation angle is 130 degrees. The display and bezels of the laptop are covered with protective glass, which minimizes the possibility of accidental deformation of the device. The thickness of the laptop frame is also pleasing to the eye: it is not large at all.

The display matrix is ​​made using IPS technology, its surface is glossy. FullHD screen resolution. This results in a good picture with large viewing angles.

The keyboard is quiet and smooth. There is a backlight that cannot be adjusted. It is convenient to type, fingers do not get tired.

One of the most comfortable laptop keyboards. The touchpad is pleasant, works flawlessly and can be considered one of the best in Windows laptops.

The performance of laptops differs depending on the version.The younger model has an Intel Core M3 CPU, 4 gigabytes of RAM and 128 gigabytes of SSD. The older model is more efficient and has a processor from Intel Core i5-6200U CPU with a frequency of up to 2.7 GHz, an NVIDIA GeForce 940MX video card, 8 gigabytes of DDR4 RAM and a 256 gigabyte SSD disk. An unusual feature of the laptop is that SSD memory can be increased, which is not found in many other laptops.

It should be mainly used for work and multimedia tasks. It is charged from USB Type-C 3.0, there are also two HDMI and two USB connectors. Both laptops have Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.1.

Xiaomi has introduced a proprietary sound system from AKG into the laptop. The sound is loud, the quality is average and will do just fine for movies. The laptop is equipped with a full-fledged cooling system, the noise is minimal, and the processor temperature reaches 48 degrees Celsius under maximum load.

From the very beginning, you should pay attention to the presence of only 8 gigabytes of RAM without the possibility of expansion. The autonomy can not be called maximum, the compact dimensions of the device affect. This shortcoming is compensated by the supported fast charging.

Specifications Xiaomi Mi Notebook 12.5:

• processor: Intel Core m3-6Y30;
• processor frequency: 2.2 GHz;
• number of cores: 2;
• RAM size: 4 gigabytes;
• screen diagonal size: 12.5 inches;
• screen resolution: 1920 × 1080;
• video card: Intel HD Graphics 515;
• permanent memory: 128 GB SSD;
• battery life: 7.5 hours.

Average price: 33,000 rubles.

More details about the 12.5 inch model in the video:

Specifications Xiaomi Mi Notebook 13.3:

• processor: Core i5 (6200U) / Core i7 (6500U);
• processor frequency: from 2300 to 2500 MHz;
• number of cores: 4;
• RAM size: 8 gigabytes;
• screen diagonal size: 13.3 inches;
• screen resolution: 1920 × 1080;
• video card: NVIDIA GeForce 940MX;
• permanent memory: 256 gigabytes SSD;
• battery life: 9.5 hours.

Average price: from 47,000 rubles.

We should also highlight the updated version of Xiaomi Mi Notebook 13.3, released in 2018, the main change of which is the new generation of Intel processors.

Xiaomi Mi Notebook 13.3 2018:

• processor: Core i5 (7200U) / Core i7 (7500U);
• processor frequency: from 2500 to 2700 MHz;
• number of cores: 4;
• RAM size: 8 gigabytes;
• screen diagonal size: 13.3 inches;
• screen resolution: 1920 × 1080;
• video card: NVIDIA GeForce MX150;
• volume of permanent memory: 256 gigabytes;
• battery life: 8 hours.

Average price: from 60,000 rubles.

• compactness of the laptop;
• premium design;
• you can find a laptop in a suitable price range.

• not the best placement of the speakers on the bottom cover.

Martian A8.

The laptop of the Chinese company is very similar to the famous Macbook from Apple. Sufficiently thin body made of aluminum.

The laptop screen is 13.3 inches, and its resolution is FullHD. The display itself is made using IPS technology, so the color rendition and viewing angles are good.

The island-style keyboard doesn't look bad at all. The key travel is a little hard, but it does not interfere with the work, but rather makes you feel a distinct press of the button. The backlight is present and it is not quite usual: the keys are highlighted, but the letters themselves are not burned out. But in fact, even at night, everything is perfectly visible.

When ordering a laptop from China, the keyboard layout is only English, you can make the necessary engraving already in Russia, this is quite possible.

The number of various ports is very pleasing. On the right side of the laptop are Ethernet, HDMI, USB 3rd edition and a memory card reader. On the left there are slightly fewer ports: USB of the second version, a combined headphone-in with a microphone and a charging connector. The company logo is printed on the top cover in black, which clearly resembles the logo of the famous Alienware.

The battery life of the laptop does not differ from the same characteristics of the competitors, it is about 6 hours in video playback mode.

It is worth noting the availability of space for an additional hard drive or SSD. There is one slot of RAM, in which it is only 8 gigabytes, but you can unscrew the laptop (the back cover is attached with standard Phillips screws) and replace it with a bar with 16 gigabytes of memory.

The sound of the laptop is mediocre, it will be enough for watching a movie, but not for listening to music.

Such a laptop is perfect for standard multimedia tasks and as a typewriter. It is small and quite efficient.

Specifications Martian A8:

• processor: Intel Core i7 7500U;
• processor frequency: 2.7GHz;
• number of cores: 2;
• RAM size: 8 gigabytes;
• screen diagonal size: 13.3 inches;
• video card: Intel HD Graphics 620;
• volume of permanent memory: 128/256 gigabytes.
• battery life: 6 hours.

Overview of the characteristics of the laptop in the video:

• good performance for the price;
• low price compared to other laptops.

• unknown brand that can scare off potential buyers;
• mediocre speakers.

Average price: 35,000 rubles.

Lenovo IdeaPad Z5070.

This laptop from Lenovo comes in a very mediocre configuration: a standard set of documents, the device itself and the ADLX65NLC3A charger.
The look of the laptop is not bad at all for its price point. It is produced in two colors: black and white, but the latest model looks more impressive, more expensive.

The dimensions of a Lenovo laptop are average: about 25 millimeters thick is typical for the most successful inexpensive models, while multimedia laptops and models with powerful discrete graphics are usually 30-31 millimeters thick. But this laptop is not at all gaming or more premium, so 2,450 grams of weight is not bad at all (the weight of competing models ranges from 2,200 to 2,700 grams).

The lid of the device looks frankly boring. The chrome-plated Lenovo logo changes the situation a little, but you won't be able to see any semblance of a pattern behind the matte plastic, and how can you decide on the color of the cover: black, gray, dark blue? On the other hand, the external modesty is compensated by the practicality of the material: it is worth sliding over the lid even with a damp hand, and after a minute the grooves from the fingers disappear almost without a trace from its surface. The durability of the lid also pleases: even under serious pressure, the plastic does not bend, and the Full HD display remains at a respectable distance from the keyboard. The opening angle barely exceeds 135 degrees - this is a fairly average result.

The set of connectors in the Lenovo IdeaPad Z5070 is very meager: there is only one USB 3.0 port, which creates a feeling of unpleasant stinginess of the manufacturer. The memory card reader is connected to a separate microphone input in the combo jack.

However, this combination cannot be said to spoil the laptop. Firstly, it is not intended for busy people who actively use video calling applications such as Skype and others. Secondly, the optical drive fits very harmoniously into the design of the laptop. So the quality of the built-in microphone will suit potential buyers.

Lenovo IdeaPad Z5070 is equipped with a glossy display with a diagonal of 15.6 inches, the AU Optronics B156HTN03.7 matrix is ​​manufactured using TN + Film technology and has a resolution of 1920 × 1080 pixels (Full HD). It is worth drawing a parallel with another Chinese company Acer: Acer V5 522 and ASUS N56JN laptops are equipped with the same displays.

Lenovo IdeaPad Z5070 sounds better than its competitors: the speakers deliver clear and spacious sound, which is especially evident when listening to acoustic versions of music and pop music. However, the low frequencies are completely absent, and the mids are noticeably cut off, so in the maximum volume mode, the sound of this laptop can be correlated with the Apple iPad 4, so this is unacceptable for a device with a diagonal of 15.6 inches. Thus, not everyone will like a sound consisting only of high frequencies.

Technical specifications Lenovo IdeaPad Z5070

• display: 15.6 inches;
• screen resolution: 1920х1080 (Full HD);
• processor: Intel Core i3-4030U;
• RAM: 4 gigabytes DDR3 (SK Hynix HMT451S6BFR8A-PB);
• CPU video adapter: Intel HD Graphics 4400 (200 - 1000 MHz);
• discrete video adapter: NVIDIA GeForce 820M (2 GB DDR3);
• battery life: 7 hours;
• SSD: no;
• webcam: 1 million pixels.

• premium design;
• clear display;
• very good battery life of the device;
• serviceable cooling system;
• practical body made of high quality durable material.

• high frequency sound;
• the keyboard is pressed
• low performance in computer games;
• poor color quality and limited display brightness range.

Average price: 35,000 rubles.

VoYo VBook V3.

This device belongs to convertible laptops. This means it has a touchscreen and can be easily converted into a tablet. The laptop is budget, but it has an excellent IPS screen with a diagonal of 13.3 inches and a resolution of FullHD.

The laptop case is made of orange rubberized plastic, which gives the laptop a fresh and bright look.

The device stands out a lot compared to other laptops from China. While everyone is copying Apple's design, VoYo were able to come up with something of their own. The laptop hinges are made of metal, which will help it last longer.

There is a memory card slot and microHDMI, USB 2.0 and 3.0, headphone jack. We should also note the presence of a slot for a SIM card. Few laptops have this, besides, you can buy a SIM card with mobile internet and use it anytime anywhere. The screen supports up to 10 touches at a time. The set includes a stylus with a silicone direction for more precise work with the screen.

Speaker in laptop 2, they sound loud, sound quality is average.

In some instances, the keyboard may sink keys, but over time the problem disappears. The keyboard is not backlit. Also, the laptop can be rotated and used like a tablet.

Specifications:

• processor: Intel Cherry Trail Z8300;
• processor frequency: 1.44 GHz;
• RAM: 4 GB DDDR3L;
• screen diagonal size: 13.3 inches;
• video card: Intel HD Graphic Gen 8;
• permanent memory: 64 gigabytes;
• battery life: 6-7 hours.

Read more about the characteristics of the laptop in the video:

• decent battery life;
• there is a slot for a SIM card;
• nice design;
• the presence of a stylus with a silicone tip in the kit;
• can be used as a tablet computer.

• average sound quality for its price.

Average price: 27,000 rubles.

CHUWI Lapbook 15.6.

Chuwi is a brand that is well known in China and is popular within East Asia. This model is sold in the mid-range segment and offers good performance at a low price.

The LapBook 15.6 is more of a big netbook with a great screen than a real laptop. This screen measures 15.6 inches with FullHD resolution and matte finish. The Intel Atom series processor is enough for solving office tasks, searching for information in the browser and spending time in simple games. A nice bonus is a slot for connecting memory cards up to 128 gigabytes.

The laptop is made of beautiful and strong polycarbonate in white. There are USB 2.0 and 3.0, as well as HDMI input. The keyboard is small, island and has a medium stroke. It is convenient to print on it. It has no backlight. The touchpad is large and supports all known gestures in OS Windows.

The laptop does not heat up thanks to the processor, so you cannot hear it while working. There is no active cooling system in it.

LapBook 15.6 runs on Windows 10, but can be upgraded to earlier versions.

Specifications:

• processor: Atom X5 Z8300;
• processor frequency: from 1.44 GHz to 1.84 GHz;
• number of cores: 4;
• RAM size: 4 gigabytes;
• diagonal screen size: 15.6 inches.
• video card: Intel HD Graphics Gen8;
• permanent memory: 64 gigabytes;
• battery life: 7-8 hours.

Video review of the characteristics of the laptop - in the video:

• decent battery life;
• nice design;
• Excellent value for money and quality.

• not suitable for complex tasks;
• unsuitable for playing applications that take up a lot of RAM.

Average price: 16,000 rubles.

Jumper EzBook 2 Ultrabook.

The laptop is made of aluminum. This design is the most popular among Chinese companies. The idea of ​​a laptop that looks like a solid sheet of metal is great, but it often looks like an attempt to emulate Apple's laptops. The laptop is thinner and weighs just 1.18 kg.

The display is made using TN LED technology with a matte finish and has a size of 14.1 inches.FullHD resolution, it is fully sufficient for most people. By and large, you don't need more in a laptop for everyday tasks.

The disadvantages of the laptop can be called a small amount of memory. Only 4 gigabytes of RAM and 64 gigabytes of main memory. You will have to use cloud storage or external drives.

The keyboard is standard for budget notebooks. The keys have little travel and the entire keyboard flexes towards the middle.

Performance varies on the level of more well-known and more expensive notebooks. It is enough for comfortable daily use. From the games, you can try to play something simple like the Hearthstone game. The sound in the laptop is not very good, it is better to use external speakers or headphones. This cannot be called a critical drawback, nevertheless the price of the laptop is low. Also, this device can be a good printing press on the road.

Specifications:

• processor: Intel Celeron N3350;
• processor frequency: Intel HD Graphics 500;
• number of cores: 2;
• RAM: 4 GB DDR3;
• screen diagonal size: 14.1 inches;
• video card: Intel HD Graphics 500;
• permanent memory: SSD 64 gigabytes;
• battery life: 8 hours.

Video overview of device characteristics:

• decent value for money;
• suitable for standard tasks;
• Beautiful design.

• small amount of memory;
• not very good sound.

Average price: 15,000 rubles.

So what should you choose?

Before deciding to buy a laptop from China, you should remember that first of all you should rely on the desired result due to the operation of the device.
After all, if a laptop is needed for games, then some requirements from the side of the buyer regarding the technical characteristics will be put forward. If the device is necessary for work or study, then there will be others.

In any case, everyone will be able to find the desired product in the Chinese goods market. One of the four Asian tigers has expanded the range of its production so much that there are laptops for every taste and color.