Best Gaming Laptops
Asus ROG Strix Scar 18
PROS:
- Solid speakers
tomshardware.com - Bright, colorful display
tomshardware.com - Full sized keyboard
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CONS:
- Loud fans
gamesradar.com - Not easily portable
gamesradar.com - Chassis design isn't for everyone
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Razer Blade 16 (2024)
PROS:
- OLED, OLED, OLED
pcgamer.com - Impressive battery life
gamesradar.com - High-end performance
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CONS:
- Far more expensive than the competition
gamesradar.com - Bit thick
pcgamer.com - Poor value for money
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Asus ROG Strix Scar 17 (2023)
PROS:
- Classic RGB-laden aesthetic taken to new heights
gamesradar.com - Three figure framerates at Ultra settings
gamesradar.com - That new AMD CPU is a star
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CONS:
- Ports moved back to sides
gamesradar.com - Poor ergonomics
pcgamer.com - Terrible trackpad
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Asus ROG Zephyrus G14
PROS:
- + Asus finally added a webcam
tomshardware.com - + Long battery life
tomshardware.com - + Surprisingly good speakers
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CONS:
- High-end configuration is pricey
tomshardware.com - 1TB SSD
pcgamer.com - Some keyboard touchpoints run uncomfortably warm
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Razer Blade 16
Alienware M18
PROS:
- Subtle design
gamesradar.com - Massive screen for gaming
cnet.com - Lots of ports and connections
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CONS:
- Fans can get loud while gaming
cnet.com - Display quality doesn't live up to competition
gamesradar.com - Better components drive up the price
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Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 (2024)
Acer Chromebook 516 GE
PROS:
CONS:
- Disappointing speakers, microphone
pcworld.com - Mediocre keyboard and touchpad
pcworld.com - Display falls behind in contrast, color vibrancy
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Lenovo Legion Pro 7i (Gen8)
PROS:
- Bright and colorful 240Hz display
pcmag.com - Solid, grown-up chassis
pcgamer.com - Improved 1080p webcam
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CONS:
- Audio quality could be better
tomshardware.com - 1600p screen isn't the most punchy
pcgamer.com - Fan noise is an annoyance
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MSI Katana 15 (2023)
PROS:
- Strong 1080p gaming performance
tomshardware.com - Fast refresh rate
techradar.com - Good entry level price
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CONS:
- Trackpad not great
techradar.com - Keyboard design is a bit garish
tomshardware.com - Washed-out display
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MSI Titan 18 HX
PROS:
- Three-year warranty
tomshardware.com - Clicky mechanical keys
tomshardware.com - Lots of connectivity
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CONS:
- Big and heavy
pcmag.com - Audio is disappointing for music
tomshardware.com - The fans are very loud
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