When starting a new business, or even when trying to grow an existing one, having the right set of tools is crucial in order to succeed. This is where Artificial Intelligence can help. AI is slowly but surely becoming a part of our everyday lives, and Intel is leading the charge with its Intel Core Ultra processors that enable a multitude of AI-based features. These features have the potential to revolutionise the capabilities of laptops and look set to take productivity to new heights. The latest Intel Core Ultra-powered laptops, like the Lenovo Yoga Slim 7, for example, might be the best tool for the job.
The key to the potential of the Intel Core Ultra processor lies in the Neural Processing Unit (NPU), also known as AI Boost. It works alongside the CPU and GPU and helps take on low-power AI tasks. This helps free up the GPU and CPU, which in turn makes the overall system more responsive. This combination of NPU, CPU, and GPU together in a processor is the reason why laptops powered by it are known as AI PCs. These laptops use AI to elevate overall productivity across the board, be it work or play.
But it’s not just about the new AI features. These processors also pack quite a punch. For starters, the new processors feature an updated version of the Performance Hybrid Architecture. Called 3D Performance Hybrid Architecture, it features three core clusters, namely the Performance Cores (P-Cores), Efficiency Cores (E-Cores) and Low-Power Efficiency Cores (LP E-Cores). The P-Cores are designed for light, single-threaded workloads, while the E-Cores are made for scaling highly threaded worlds. Meanwhile, the LP E-Cores are the new addition to the architecture and are designed for scalable multithreaded workloads. To ensure optimal efficiency, the Intel Thread Director prioritises and manages the distribution of workloads between the core clusters. All this helps ensure that Intel® Core™ Ultra-powered AI PCs offer the best balance between performance and power efficiency.
That’s not all. Intel has collaborated with 100+ independent software vendors to optimise AI experiences for users, including apps that help with productivity and creativity. This is especially helpful for those starting a new business or are planning to expand the business. For example, take Microsoft CoPilot, a version that is free for all Windows 11 users. Think of CoPilot as a smarter version of the digital assistants that you might find on your smartphone. It can not only answer queries but go beyond. For example, if you are having trouble writing an email, CoPilot will be able to create a draft following a short prompt. However, if you choose to subscribe to CoPilot, you will get access to the service across various Microsoft services. So, you can ask CoPilot to create pivot tables or graphs in Excel to better understand data. It can even be used to create entire PowerPoint presentations with a simple text prompt.
But that’s not all. Business owners might also need to engage in numerous video calls. This is where the AI capabilities of these laptops really shine. With Windows Studio Effects, you can make use of Auto Frame, Eye Gaze Correction and Background segmentation. Auto Frame automatically centers the subject within the camera’s frame to ensure that the user is front and center. Eye Gaze Correction makes it seem like the users is looking directly into the camera, even if their eyes are looking somewhere else. This helps maintain a professional look. Finally, there is Background Segmentation which intelligently blurs the background. This helps to cover up any distractions in the background while also ensuring the viewers are focused on only the user.
Further, buyers should also consider buying an Intel Evo™-certified laptop. That’s because these laptops have passed through rigorous requirements set by Intel to ensure a certain level of usability. For example, every Intel Evo laptop is guaranteed to feature Instant Wake, which wakes the laptop from sleep in 1.5 seconds. Not only that, these laptops also promise a battery life of over 10 hours with an FHD display. Further, these laptops also offer support for fast charging and can offer over four hours of battery life with a short 30-minute charge. As if all this wasn’t enough, these laptops also feature Intel® Wi-Fi 6E and the Intel® Connectivity Performance suite, which should allow for faster and more stable connectivity. This can be vital as a lot of new businesses usually turn to applications such as Microsoft Teams to ensure seamless communication between stakeholders.
Business owners will also love the Intel Unison feature that is a part of Intel Evo laptops. This feature will let them quickly pair their smartphone with their laptop for even greater productivity. For starters, it allows them to get calls, notifications and messages on their laptop. This is especially handy for business owners as it ensures that they never miss any important communication. Further, the feature also allows them to quickly share data between the two devices. Users can use their phone as an extended screen to aid their productivity.
Of course, The big question now is, how can you choose the right Intel Core Ultra processor? Well, an easy way to know is to look at the suffix. The new processors are currently available with an ‘H’ or a ‘U’ suffix. The H-series processors offer higher performance and can feature fans for added cooling. These are a good option for those businesses that might need extra performance for their work. Meanwhile, the U-series processor is designed for thin and light laptops that prioritise design and portability.
Now that you are aware of what to look for, here is a look at some laptops that you can consider buying during the festive season. Do note that all of these laptops are Intel Evo certified.
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Lenovo Ideapad Slim 5 83DA0049IN
The Lenovo Ideapad Slim 5 is perfect for those business owners looking for a device that offers a little bit of everything. For starters, it packs an Intel Core Ultra 5-125H processor. With 14 cores and 18 threads of performance, this processor should easily keep up with the demands of a business owner. It offers 16GB of RAM, which should ensure smoothness. As if that wasn’t enough, it also offers 1TB of storage, which should ensure plenty of storage space for storing important files and documents.
The laptop also comes with a 14-inch WUXGA display with an OLED panel. The OLED screen technology ensures deeper blacks with vibrant colours, which should ensure an excellent viewing experience. Further, the compact 14-inch screen size means that the laptop offers a compact footprint. This, combined with the 1.4kg weight, means that this laptop is perfect for business owners who travel a lot. Overall, the Lenovo Ideapad Slim 5 should be ideal for those looking for a laptop that can do it all!
HP Pavilion 16-af0015TU
Those looking to experience the power of AI but have a strict budget would do well to check out the HP Pavilion 16. This laptop offers everything that one would want in an AI PC. It features an Intel Core Ultra 5-125U processor with 12 cores and 14 threads, which should be more than enough for most business owners. It also offers 16GB RAM and 512GB of storage, which should be plenty for most users.
In terms of display, the laptop packs a 16-inch WUXGA screen. This large screen ensures an immersive visual experience. Not only that, but it also allows for a larger workspace and better readability. All this, combined with its reasonable price point, makes the HP Pavilion 16 a good option for new business owners.
Acer Swift Go 14 SFG14-73T
The Acer Swift series is known for its versatility, and the Swift Go 14 is no different. At the heart of this laptop is an Intel Core Ultra 7-155H processor that should take care of pretty much any task thanks to its 16 cores and 22 threads of performance. Pair this with 16GB of RAM, and you will have a laptop that’s ready to take on anything. Further, the laptop also offers 1TB of storage, which should ensure plenty of storage for files and folders.
The 14-inch WQXGA+ display with an OLED panel. These panels are known for offering deeper blacks with more vibrant colours than standard LCD panels. In fact, the display covers 100 percent of the DCI-P3 colour gamut and is DisplayHDR True Black 500 certified, which means the display offers very accurate colours. Further, the laptop is also quite light at 1.3kg. All this is very useful for business owners such as those dealing with design, branding, or content creation who need a laptop with a crisp and colour-accurate display while also offering excellent performance.
HP Envy 14-fc0105TU
The HP Envy 14 is a very flexible laptop, literally and metaphorically. It packs a compact 14-inch WUXGA panel that rests on a 360-degree hinge. This allows the display to flip all the way around and be used as a tablet, so users can use a stylus to interact directly with the screen. This adaptability means that business owners are free to present on the screen, take notes or review documents in a form-factor that is most comfortable for them. Further, the compact 14-inch screen size means that it can be easily carried as it should fit inside any backpack.
At the heart of the laptop is an Intel Core Ultra 5-125U processor. This should be more than enough for most business owners while also offering enough performance for basic graphics designing. This is then aided by 16GB RAM paired with 512GB storage. Altogether, users can expect smooth performance from the laptop. All this makes the HP Envy 14 ideal for business owners who regularly travel for client meetings.
ASUS Zenbook 14 UX3405MA-PZ552WS
The ASUS Zenbook 14 is an excellent option for the type of business owner who needs a laptop that exudes style and charisma. For starters, the laptop is just 14.9mm thick and weighs 1.2kg. So it is bound to turn heads. But it’s not just about looks; the machine also features ASUS’ NumberPad 2.0 technology, which lets the user turn the touchpad into a numpad. Perfect for those who need to crunch a lot of numbers. But that’s just the start. The display is a 14-inch 3K OLED panel with a 120Hz refresh rate. This should make watching content a thoroughly enjoyable experience.
Powering the laptop is an Intel Core Ultra 5-125H processor. With its 14 cores and 18 threads, this processor is more than a match for most use cases. In terms of memory, the laptop offers 16GB RAM and 512GB of storage. Thanks to its wide feature set, the ASUS Zenbook 14 is perfect for a variety of business owners ranging from creative folk to finance wizards.
As an added bonus, those who purchase any Intel Core Ultra-powered laptop (including the powerful Intel Evo laptops mentioned above) can avail of an awesome software bundle worth Rs 36,000. This includes powerful photo/video editing apps like Capture One, Skylum Luminar Neo and Vegas Pro Edit 365. There is also XSplit, which is a live-streaming app. However, note that this offer is only available for purchases made before December 31st, 2024. So buyers should hurry up and get their hands on an Intel Core Ultra-powered laptop ASAP!
So, if you are a new business owner looking for a powerful, reliable and versatile laptop, an AI PC powered by an Intel Core Ultra processor might be just what you need to give your business a fresh start!
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