Free yourself from desktop gaming with one of these top 10 high-powered gaming laptops. Contemporary gaming laptops feature high-end graphics, super-fast processors with multiple cores, and enough memory to download custom mods of your favorite games. Gaming laptops are getting sleeker and more durable while increasing display size with ultra-thin bezels for a full-immersion gaming experience. Gaming laptops start at a variety of price points, allowing gamers to enter at their current experience level. Many entry-level computers provide upgradable options, so your laptop can grow with you. Below are 10 best laptops for gaming.
1. Asus ROG Zephyrus S GX701 (2019) Gaming Laptop
This ultra-slim gaming laptop is only .74-inches thick and 5.73 pounds for ultimate portability. The slim bezel gives you a full 17.3-inch Pantone Calibrated 144Hz G-Sync display in a 15.7-inch by 10.71-inch notebook. Immerse yourself in high-quality NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 graphics powered by the latest Intel Core i7-9750h Hexa-Core processor. The 16GB DDR4, 1TB PCIe Nvme SSD HyperDrive provides super-smooth gameplay. Portable gameplay does not have to stop when the battery gets low. The Zephyrus S can charge from portable power packs with its USB power delivery.
2. Alienware M15 Thin and Light 15-inch Gaming Laptop
If portability is key, take a look at one of the thinnest and lightest gaming laptops in the industry. The Alienware M15 measures 0.7 in thick and weighs 4.78lbs. This laptop’s portability is matched by its gaming power. The Alienware M15 features NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 Max-Q design, 8th Generation Intel Core i7-8750H processor, and 16GB (2x8GB) of 2666Mhz DDR4 memory. The 1550 802.11ac 2×2 WiFi and Bluetooth 5.0 facilitates uninterrupted gameplay without lagging.
3. ASUS ROG Zephyrus M Ultra Slim Gaming Laptop
ASUS ROG Zephyrus M Ultra Slim Gaming Laptop has a military-grade metal chassis for hard-core durability. The 15.6” full HD 144Hz tournament-grade 3ms response time and slim 6.5mm bezel allow for immersive gaming. The 8th Generation 6 Core Intel Core i7 8750H and 16GB of DDR4 2666MHz RAM allow powerful gameplay. Play as long as you want without overheating with the ROG-exclusive Active Aerodynamic System and 12V fans help that keep your laptop 20 percent cooler than conventional cooling systems.
4. Acer Predator Helios 300 Gaming Laptop
The Acer Predator Helios 300 is one of the most affordable laptops for gaming. Powered by the 8th Generation Intel Core i7-8750H 6-Core Processor (up to 4.1GHz) and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 graphics, gameplay runs smoothly without pixelation. The Acer TrueHarmony Plus Technology & Dolby Audio Premium Sound provide crisp clean audio. This computer features 16GB DDR4 Memory, 256GB SSD, and 1TB 5400RPM HDD for optimal multi-tasking. With up to nine hours of battery life, the Acer Predator Helios 300 provides portable gameplay all day.
5. Lenovo Legion Y530 (81FV0001US) 15.6″ Laptop
If budget is a primary concern when searching for the perfect gaming laptop, the Lenovo Legion Y530 is a low-cost laptop for gaming. The 10NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti 4GB dedicated graphics are powered by an 8th Gen Intel Core i7-8750H processor for smooth gameplay. The 8GB of RAM provides responsive gameplay without performance lag. Store customized game mods in the 1TB of hard drive storage space. Upgradable options allow this laptop to grow with you, making this a great entry-level gaming computer.
6. Dell G7 17 Gaming Laptop
The Dell G7 17 is an affordable gaming laptop that is powered by 9th Gen Intel 6-Core i7-9750h (12MB Cache, up to 4. 5 GHz) for responsive gameplay. The 17. 3″ full high definition (1920 x 1080) IPS 300-nits display is the perfect match for the Nvidia GTX 1660 Ti 6G GDDR5 Video Graphics for brilliant color and crisp lines. The 512GB M.2 PCIe NVMe SSD provides shorter load times and a quieter system. The quality video is matched by high-end audio with built-in, dual speakers and the Nahimic Sound Center optimal in-game soundtracking.
7. ROG Strix SCAR II Gaming Laptop
The ROG Strix SCAR II Gaming Laptop delivers excellent value for the price. The Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 6GB GDDR5 provides powerful gaming performance while the Intel Core i7-8750H (up to 3.9GHz) processor gives you rapid response. The 17.3-inch 144Hz IPS-Type Display with slim 5mm bezel and 3ms response time allows for immersive gameplay. The 16GB DDR4 2666MHz RAM, 256GB PCIe NVMe SSD, and 1TB HDD offer seamless multitasking and optimum storage.
8. MSI GS65 Stealth-002
The MSI GS65 Stealth-002 is the ultimate in portable power. The four-sided 4.9 mm razor-thin bezel creates an 82 percent screen-to-body ratio, allowing a 15.6-inch display in a 15.08-inch by 10.24-inch notebook. The full high definition, anti-glare wide view angle display pairs perfectly with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX2070 8G Max-Q GDDR6 graphics with New Ray Tracing Technology. The 32GB (16G*2) DDR4 2666MHz 2 Sockets and 32GB memory with 512GB NVMe SSD is powered by an Intel Core i7-8750H 2 (2 – 4. 1GHz).
9. ASUS TUF (2019) Gaming Laptop
ASUS TUF (2019) Gaming Laptop features a portable design with 1.02” thin profile and durable MIL-STD 810 military standard construction. The RGB backlit keyboard is also built to last with 20 million keystroke rated durability. The Nvidia GeForce GTX 1660 Ti 6GB graphics are powered by Quad-core AMD Ryzen 7 3750H Processor. The ASUS TUF (2019) features 16GB DDR4 RAM, 256GB PCIe NVMe SSD, and 1TB HDD for powerful multi-tasking and epic storage.
10. Omen by HP 17-Inch Gaming Laptop
The Omen by HP features a 17.3-inch full HD IPS Anti-Glare WLED-backlit (1920 x 1080) display with a 120Hz refresh rate. The 12 GB DDR4-2666 SDRAM is upgradable with two accessible memory slots. The 1 TB 7200 RPM SATA HD and 128 GB PCIe NVMe M.2 SSD facilitate powerful multi-tasking. The cordless power supply lasts up to 12 hours and 15 minutes with mixed usage (up to 6 hours and 45 minutes with wireless streaming).
Some of the best laptops for gaming are powerful and affordable. Portability makes gaming laptops a must-have for enthusiastic gamers who value comfort and mobility. Sleek designs and customized keyboards provide a personal touch that any gamer can appreciate. Cut the cord to that desktop and enjoy a high-end gaming laptop.
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By BCR Staff
October 2019
