There are loads of gaming laptops out there. Some go for a big screen and high-end internals, replacing your desktop, while others keep it a bit more modest for ultra-portability. After comprehensive testing and research, we've narrowed down our picks so you can be sure the gaming laptops you're looking at are the best of the best. 1. MSI Raider GE76 2022
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Specs: CPU: Intel Core i9-12900HK, Graphics: Nvidia GeForce RTX 3080 Ti, RAM: Up to 32GB, Screen: 17-inch LED FullHD , 360Hz, Storage: Up to 4TB
The MSI GE76 Raider is a true desktop replacement, with the latest Intel Core i7 processor, NVIDIA RTX 3080 Ti GPU, and a fast 240Hz refresh rate display. You can crank it up a notch with upto 32GB RAM and 4TB of SSD storage, and you will be hard-pressed to find a game that this beast cannot run. 2. Asus ROG Zephyrus G15
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Specs: CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 5800H – 9 5900HS, Graphics: Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060 – 3080, RAM: Up to 32GB, Screen: 15.6-inch QHD (1440p), 165Hz, 3ms, 300 nits, Storage: 1TB
Another contender for a desktop replacement laptop is the Asus ROG Zephryus G15, which comes packed with the latest AMD processors. And with a choice of NVIDIA RTX 3060 - 3080, it should cater to all kinds of performance needs for the price range. 3. ASUS TUF Dash F15
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Specs: CPU: Up to Intel Core i7-11375H, Graphics: Up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070, RAM: Up to 16GB DDR4-3200, Screen: Up to 15.6-inch WQHD anti-glare 165Hz IPS-level display with Adaptive Sync, Storage: Up to 1TB SSD
The ASUS TUF Dash F15 preserves the affordability of its predecessors while still delivering a lot of power for the price. It brings in Intel Tiger Lake processors, NVDIA RTX 3070 and a quick 1080p 240Hz refresh rate and packs it all in a relative slim profile with military-grade durability. 4. Gigabyte Aorus 17G (2021)
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Specs: CPU: 10th-generation Intel Core i7, Graphics: Nvidia GeForce RTX 3000 Series, RAM: Up to 64GB, Display: 17.3-inch FHD 300Hz NTSC 72% IPS panel, Storage: 512 GB PCIe SSD
It might be a bit chunky and outdated in terms of design, but what it lacks in aesthetics, it makes up for it in performance. With a 300Hz refresh rate display, tactile mechanical keyboard and long battery life, the Gigabyte Aorus 17G promises solid gaming performance. It’s NVIDIA RTX 3000 GPUs ensures you will be able to play most games at smooth frame rates. 5. Lenovo Legion 7 (Gen 6)
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Specs: CPU: Up to AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX, Graphics: Up to Nvidia RTX 3080, RAM: Up to 32GB DDR4 3200MHz, Screen: 16" QHD (2560 x 1600) IPS HDR 400, 500 nits, 165Hz, Storage: Up to 2 TB PCIe SSD
Besides some serious horse-power under the hood, the Lenovo Legion 7 comes with a smattering of RGB lighting options and plenty of ports to suit your needs. But it’s short three-hour battery life may not be ideal, and nor is its extremely steep price tag. 6. Alienware m17 R4 (2021)
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Specs: CPU: Up to 10th Generation Intel Core i9-10980HK, Graphics: Up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080, RAM: Up to 32GB DDR4 2933MHz, Screen: 17.3" UHD 60Hz 25ms 500-nits display, Storage: Up to 4TB SSD + 512GB SSD
Alienware isn’t the most affordable of the bunch, but if your pockets run deep, the m17 R4 provides a lot of bang for the buck in an extremely attract RGB-ladden laptop. 7. Asus ROG Strix G15 AMD Advantage Edition
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Specs: CPU: AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX, Graphics: AMD Radeon RX 6800M, RAM: 16GB, Screen: 15.6-inch FHD (1080pp), 300Hz, Storage: 512GB SSD
AMD takes a swing at high-end gaming laptop with the Asus ROG Strix G15 AMD Advantage Edition, and knocks it out of the park. Packed with high-end AMD CPU and GPU, it is one of the best value laptops out there with an outstanding battery life. 8. Razer Blade 15 (2021)
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Specs: CPU: 11th-gen Intel Core H Series, Graphics: Up to GeForce RTX 3080, RAM: Up to 16GB or 32GB, Screen: 15.6-inch FHD 360Hz, QHD 240Hz (G-SYNC) or 4K OLED Touch, Storage: 1TB PCIe
The Razer Blade 15 hasn’t changed much aesthetically - it’s still the same sleek, thin and light gaming laptop that garnered its reputation. But it’s got an hardware upgrade - and packs enough punch to blaze through any AAA games out there. The decent stereo speakers, comfortable keyboard and an excellent trackpad is the icing on the cake. 9. Alienware X14
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Specs: CPU: Intel Core i7-12700H, Graphics: Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050-3060, RAM: 16GB-32GB, Screen: 14-inch 144Hz Full HD, Storage: 512GB SSD - 2TB SSD
The Alienware X14 is one of the slimmest and lightest gaming laptops out there, which makes it perfect for lugging it around to work or university with ease. However, the GPU chipset is limited to an NVIDIA RTX 3060 but its 1080p display should allow one to play most games at the highest settings. That said, don’t expect an outstanding battery life, though. 10. Lenovo Legion 5 Pro
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Specs: CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 5800H, Graphics: Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060 – 3070, RAM: 16GB DDR4 3200MHz, Screen: 16-inch 2560 x 1600 IPS 500 nits, 165Hz, Storage: Up to 2TB M.2 NVMe PCIe SSD
If you want a laptop that matches excellent gaming performance with a beautiful display, the Lenovo Legion 5 Pro is the way to go. It features a gorgeous QHD IPS panel which supports up to 500 nits of bightness, Dolby Vision and 165Hz refresh rate. What’s not to like?
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