Best Gaming Laptops
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16
PROS:
- CPU and GPU performance is quite decent for the laptop's low price
pcworld.com - Mini LED screen
pcgamer.com - The port selection is extremely good - it includes two Thunderbolt 4 ports
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CONS:
- Sometimes off the pace for performance
pcgamer.com - Turbo mode is monstrously loud
pcgamer.com - The off-center positioning of the trackpad isn't ideal
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Asus ROG Strix Scar 17 (2023)
PROS:
- More affordable than equivalent specs
pcgamer.com - Three figure framerates at Ultra settings
gamesradar.com - Intel i9-13980HX absolutely sings
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CONS:
- Translucent design won't be for everyone
gamesradar.com - Terrible trackpad
pcgamer.com - Can get loud
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Asus ROG Zephyrus G14
PROS:
- + Sleek, portable design
tomshardware.com - Good gaming performance
pcgamer.com - All-metal chassis
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CONS:
- Memory is soldered
pcgamer.com - Some keyboard touchpoints run uncomfortably warm
tomshardware.com - 1TB SSD
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Razer Blade 15
PROS:
- Desktop RTX 3090 frame rates
pcgamer.com - Gorgeous, understated design
pcworld.com - Stunning screen
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CONS:
- Softer keyboard feel
gamesradar.com - Prohibitively priced
pcgamer.com - Gets hot and loud
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- gamesradar.com: Razer Blade 15 review (2022): "A bleeding-edge set of components with a 4K flourish" (90%)
- cnet.com: Razer Blade 14 (2021) review: A mighty mite of a gaming laptop - CNET (85%)
- theverge.com: Razer Blade 18 review: the price is going up - The Verge (80%)
- pcgamer.com: Razer Blade 16 (RTX 4090) review (76%)
- theverge.com: Razer Blade 16 review: the RTX 4090 is a powerful, very expensive chip - The Verge (80%)
- pcworld.com: Razer Blade 16 review: A major powerhouse with a dual-mode display (90%)
- gamesradar.com: The best gaming laptop 2024 - all the latest models compared
- cnet.com: Best Gaming Laptop for 2024 - CNET
- theverge.com: The best gaming laptops - The Verge
- pcgamer.com: Best gaming laptops in 2024: I've had my pick of portable powerhouses and these are the best
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- pcworld.com: Best gaming laptops 2024: No-nonsense reviews & expert buying advice
Alienware m18
PROS:
- Lots of ports and connections
cnet.com - Incredible power under the hood
gamesradar.com - Cheaper configurations than Razer or Asus
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CONS:
- Blander color options than the previous generation
cnet.com - Speakers don't feel as robust as Scar 18
gamesradar.com - The heaviest gaming laptop we've tested so far
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Asus ROG Strix Scar 18
PROS:
- Robust, well rounded speakers
gamesradar.com - Powerful performance
tomshardware.com - Sophisticated cooling
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CONS:
- Loud fans
gamesradar.com - 720p webcam
tomshardware.com - Port placement is messy
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Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 (2022)
Acer Chromebook 516 GE
PROS:
CONS:
- No touch screen
pcmag.com - Display falls behind in contrast, color vibrancy
pcworld.com - USB-C ports aren't Thunderbolt 4
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Lenovo Legion Pro 7i (Gen8)
PROS:
- Excellent CPU performance
pcgamer.com - Relatively affordable in its category
pcmag.com - Bright and colorful 240Hz display
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CONS:
- 1600p screen isn't the most punchy
pcgamer.com - Lacking in battery life
pcmag.com - Noisy fans under heavy load
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MSI Katana 15 (2023)
PROS:
- Ideal for a first gaming laptop
techradar.com - Strong 1080p gaming performance
tomshardware.com - Excellent value
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CONS:
- Short battery life
tomshardware.com - Keyboard design is a bit garish
tomshardware.com - Trackpad not great
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MSI Titan 18 HX
PROS:
- Lots of connectivity
pcworld.com - Unmatched gaming performance
pcmag.com - Three-year warranty
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CONS:
- Big and heavy
pcmag.com - Prohibitively expensive
pcmag.com - Attractive but mediocre touchpad
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Alienware m18 R2
PROS:
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- Lenovo Legion Slim 5 Gen 8 (80)
- Dell Alienware m16 R2 (90)