Thanks to their powerful graphics, gorgeous displays and great audio, gaming laptops provide an immersive entertainment experience in a portable package. Many also offer stylish designs, desktop-quality keyboards and the ability to use high-end VR headsets. And your favorite laptops are about to get even more powerful. Nvidia recently unveiled the mobile versions of its new RTX GPUs, which will be making their way into over 40 gaming laptops this year.
But if you’re not ready to spend exorbitant amounts of cash yet, check out our roundup of the best gaming rigs under $1,000. Looking for some game recommendations? We’ve got the best games to play with integrated games as well as our list of demanding titles. And to help you save some cash, check out our list of best free PC games. Based on our extensive display, audio, keyboard and performance testing, as well as playing and benchmarking the latest top PC games, here are the best gaming laptops you can buy right now for every budget.
Latest News and Updates (February 2019)
- Looking for a beautiful and graphically demanding game to get the most out of your gaming rig, check out our impressions of Metro Exodus.
- The RTX train is blazing a trail full speed! Stay tuned for reviews from the revamped Razer Blade 15, which has an Nvidia RTX 2070 GPU and the Asus GX701VX and Acer Predator Triton 500 which have Nvidia RTX 2080 GPUs, respectively.
- We just pitted the Alienware Area-51m against the MSI GT75 Titan, find out which one of these gaming beasts came out on top.
Key Specs – CPU: Intel Core i7/Core i9 | GPU: Nvidia GTX 1060/1070/1080 | RAM:8GB/16GB/32GB | Storage: 256GB/512GB SSD | Display: 17.3-inch display (1080p/1440p/4K) | Weight: 9.8 pounds
Meet the most powerful gaming laptop we’ve ever tested. The Alienware Area 51m’s stunning, one-of-a-kind design houses a desktop grade Intel Core i9 CPU and a full Nvidia RTX 2080 GPU, allowing it to tear through demanding games without breaking a sweat while supporting every possible bell and whistle — including ray tracing. Better yet, the Area 51m’s arresting magnesium alloy chassis is fully future-proof, allowing you to swap out key components such as the GPU and CPU to keep the system fresh over time. Factor in a stunning 1080p G-Sync display, customizable RGB lighting and booming front-firing speakers, and you’ve got the ultimate battlestation for gamers willing to splurge on sheer power.
Key Specs – CPU: Intel Core i7/Core i9 | GPU: Nvidia RTX 2070/2080 | RAM: 8GB/16GB/32GB/64GB | Storage: 256GB/512GB SSD | Display: 17.3-inch display (1080p, G-Sync) | Weight: 8.5 pounds
Strap in and enjoy the ride. Asus’ ROG Strix Hero II boasts some robust specs, including an 8th Gen Core i7 processor and Nvidia GTX 1060 graphics. That means you’ll have no problem playing the latest titles at smooth settings. And with its colorful, 144-hertz panel and mesmerizing speakers, your games will sound almost as good as they look. The keyboard is nice and comfy and optimized for fans of first-person shooters.
Key Specs – CPU: Intel Core i5/i7 | GPU: Nvidia GTX 1060 | RAM: 16/ 32GB | Storage:256GB/512GB SSD, 1TB hard drive |Display: 15.6-inch 1080p display | Weight: 5.1 pounds
Instead of playing it safe, the Omen 17 sports a daring, futuristic look that’s sure to turn heads. And the shock and awe don’t stop there: The company has added Nvidia’s powerful GTX 1070 GPU and paired it with an equally robust Intel Core i7 processor and a crazy-fast SSD. The laptop also serves up an enticing 4K display with a nice pair of speakers. The result is a rig capable of delivering showstopping performance, whether you’re playing games or crunching numbers.
Key Specs – CPU: Intel Core i7-7700HQ | GPU: Nvidia GTX 1050/1070 | RAM:8GB/16GB/32GB | Storage: 1TB hard drive or 512GB SSD | Display: 17-inch display (1080p or 4K) | Weight: 8.2 pounds
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});There’s a new challenger in the thin-and-light gaming arena, and it’s Alienware. Equipped with a Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070 Max-Q GPU, the m15 the slimmest Alienware ever. But rocking an Intel Core i7 processor, Nvidia Max-Q GPU, over 6 hours of battery life and a drool-worthy display, Alienware is ready to take on all comers. It’s a literal lean, mean gaming machine. But, if you’re so inclined, you can seriously trick out this puppy including adding a pair of 1TB PCIe SSDs. Your options are only limited by your budgets.
Key Specs – CPU: Intel Core i7 | GPU: Nvidia GTX 1060OC/1070 Max-Q | RAM: 16GB/32GB/64GB | Storage: 256GB SSD/1TB SSD + 1TB SSD| Display: 15.6-inch 1080p/4K display | Weight: 4.7 pounds
Quick Tips for Finding the Right Gaming Laptop
Depending on your budget, lifestyle and the games you want to play, you could end up spending anywhere from $800 to $5,000 on a system that’s likely to weigh between 4 and 13 pounds. Here are some tips to help you find your ideal gaming rig.
- Don’t buy a gaming laptop for low-end titles like The Sims or Candy Crush. These games can easily be supported by an integrated graphics card.
- The most powerful mobile GPU is Nvidia’s GTX 1080, but you can get good frame rates from the GTX 1050. If you want to do VR, don’t settle for less than GTX 1060. There’s no mobile version of Nvidia’s powerful new RTX 2080 cards yet, but we expect them to arrive eventually.
- Get a laptop with at least an Intel Core i7 processor and 8GB of RAM for gaming and multitasking performance.
- Avoid touch screens. They’re more expensive and drain the battery.
- 17- or 18-inch laptops are typically more powerful, but you can find some 15-inch systems with serious muscle. The more portable 13- and 14-inch models are easier to carry but often lack higher-end components.
- Make sure the keyboard is comfortable. If you can, take a trip to the store and try out the keyboard before you buy.
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