I Spent NPR 130,000 on This Laptop in Nepal — Was It Totally Worth It?

 I still remember how long I debated before buying this laptop. Scrolling through YouTube reviews, comparing graphics cards, asking every techie friend I knew. 

Because let’s be real — 130,000 rupees is no joke when you're a student.

But now, months later, sitting here with my Acer Nitro V15, I can confidently say: worth it. Totally worth it.

(Also, just so you know — no one sponsored me. Not even a free mouse pad! 😊This is the honest review of a broke but determined engineering student.)

 Why I Chose It (and Why I’m Glad I Did)

I didn’t want to just “survive” engineering college — I wanted a laptop that could grow with me.
From learning AutoCAD basics to tackling heavier stuff like SketchUp renders and MATLAB simulations, I needed something strong and future-ready.

And the RTX 4050 graphics card was a huge win for me. That’s what sold it. It meant I could:

  • Run design software smoothly

  • Dive into creative projects too (Inkscape, editing, even gaming 👀)

  • Not worry about upgrading every year

Real Talk: How It Handles My Everyday Work

Here’s my usual software lineup:

  • AutoCAD – Runs beautifully

  • SketchUp – Zero lag during modeling

  • Inkscape – Super smooth for design tasks

  • MATLAB – Handles simulations like a champ

If you're someone who multitasks like a tornado, you'll love how this laptop keeps up without drama.

Battery & Little Quirks

  • Battery’s good for light stuff — notes, writing, research.

  • But if I’m doing heavy work? I keep it plugged in to get that full performance boost.

  • I’ve noticed occasional boot issues after updates — not often, but they exist.

Is It Light? Nah. But I Knew That.

It’s on the heavier side, so if you're looking for something to throw in your bag every day, be prepared.
But I was okay with that because the power I got in return made it worth carrying around.

  • Display? Solid.
  • Keyboard? Smooth for long sessions.
  • Overall feel? Premium.

What I Paid & What I Got

I bought it for NPR 130,000 in Nepal — and every time I open it to work on a project, I feel like I made the right call.

But until then, I’ll just keep writing honest stuff like this. 😌 

Other Laptops I Considered (Nepal Pricing – 2025)



Laptop Graphics Price (approx.) Notes
Asus TUF F15 RTX 3050 ~1,15,000 Sleek & powerful
HP Victus 16 RTX 4050 ~1,25,000 Similar power, better display
MSI GF63 GTX 1650 ~95,000 Budget, light work
Lenovo Legion 5 RTX 3060 ~1,35,000 Great all-rounder


These were good, but for the balance of power, price, and graphics, Nitro V15 hit the sweet spot for me.

Final Words From a Fellow Student

This laptop isn’t just a device to me — it’s where I design, build, create, and learn every single day. I’ve used it for truss bridge models, AI art experiments, MATLAB code, Autocad, some bits of gamings and even midnight poetry drafts.

So if you're in Nepal, confused and saving up, wondering if it’s worth spending over a lakh on a laptop...
If you’re dreaming big with engineering and creativity — it just might be.

And hey, if anyone wants to sponsor me now, I’m all ears! 😂

Got questions❓ Drop them below!

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