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Info– The laptop market competition in Indonesia is now entering a more intense phase. Large brands such as Asus, Lenovo, Acer, and Apple continue to dominate store shelves with various product lines, from affordable to premium.
However, in the midst of this increasingly intense competition, Polytron, a local electronics company better known for its televisions and refrigerators, chose to enter the same field by launching its first product: the Luxia laptop.
This step is not without risks. The national laptop market is already quite saturated with dozens of models and sub-brands flooding the user segment, ranging from students, office workers, to content creators.
The price is becoming more competitive, specifications are getting higher, and user expectations are becoming more complex. However, Polytron seems to be reading the opportunity from the trend of increasingly personal and lightweight laptop usage post-pandemic.
The shift towards hybrid work styles and the increasing demand for online learning has indeed created opportunities for new products. This is where Luxia is trying to enter the market, offering several lightweight laptop models with specifications divided according to user profiles: professionals, content creators, and students.
“We launched this laptop because we saw the needs of the Indonesian community who want a laptop that provides maximum performance, yet very lightweight to carry anywhere,” said Tekno Wibowo, Commercial Director of Polytron at the launch event in Jakarta, Tuesday (8/5).
Luxia itself comes in three main types, each equipped with an Intel processor from different generations. The most expensive model is powered by the Intel Core Ultra 5, while the most affordable version uses the Intel Core i3.
In terms of specifications, this device is on the same track as many other laptops in the market: lightweight, modern design, and equipped with a complete set of connectivity ports.
However, the concern is not only about hardware. Polytron also provides additional protection services for users, which cover damage caused by accidents up to natural disasters.
This is a strategy rarely chosen by other manufacturers in the same price class.
Nevertheless, the question remains the same: is the after-sales service and warranty protection strong enough to build loyalty among new users?
Moreover, most Indonesian consumers still rely on globally established brands that have proven ecosystem and product durability.
Challenges of Local Brands in the Non-Cheap Segment
One of the reasons this move is interesting to watch is Luxia’s pricing positioning, which does not fall into the ultra-affordable category. With a price range starting from Rp 5.5 million up to nearly Rp 11 million, Polytron actually enters a segment that has long been dominated by globally renowned brands.
It means that Luxia is not playing in the “low-cost” class, but instead trying to convince consumers that they can compete in terms of quality and user experience.
However, building trust in the laptop market cannot be done with just one product. It requires consistency, reliable technical support, and, equally important, time.
Polytron indeed already has a service network, but expanding into the laptop ecosystem will require them to provide software updates, driver support, and availability of spare parts.