Best Gaming Laptops 2019
Thanks to their powerful graphics, gorgeous displays and great audio, gaming laptops
provide an immersive entertainment experience in a portable package. Many also offer
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. 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)
- The RTX train is blazing a trail full speed! Stay tuned for reviews from the revamped Razer Blade 15 and the Asus GX701VX which have a Nvidia RTX 2070 and 2080 GPU, 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.
- Check out our exclusive review of the Alienware Area 51m, the most powerful and upgradable gaming laptop we've ever tested.
Best Overall: Alienware 17 R5
The Alienware 17 packs impressive raw gaming performance and a big honkin' 17-inch
screen into a sexy intergalactic chassis that's perfect for fragging your enemies in virtual
reality or watching movies with friends. The latest version of Alienware's flagship laptop
sports more customizable lighting zones than ever, as well as quieter fans and louder
speakers. Factor in up to a gorgeous 3840 x 2160 G-Sync display and Nvidia GTX 1060,
1070 and 1080 graphics options, and you've got a gaming laptop that's as powerful on the
inside as it is stunning on the outside.
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
Most Powerful: Alienware Area 51m
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
Best Under $1,000: Dell G7 15 Gaming
Who says that you can't get a stylish, moderately powerful gaming laptop for under $1,000?
Pairing head-turning colors with sleek, sophisticated design, the G7 15 Gaming doesn't
look like your typical gaming laptop. And outfitted with a Core i7 processor and an Nvidia
1060 Max-Q GPU, it doesn't perform like your typical budget gaming laptop either. The
system consistently performed above expectations and is an emphatic step forward for the
brand.
Key Specs - CPU: Intel Core i5/i7 | GPU: Nvidia GTX 1050/1060 | RAM: 8GB/16GB
| Storage: 1TB hard drive | Display: 15.6-inch 1080p display | Weight: 6.3 pounds
Best Under $1,500: Asus ROG GU501
The Asus ROG GU501 does a lot right: It plays games well and its audio quality is solid. It
also doesn't hurt that it looks almost identical to one of the company's pricier flagship
gaming laptops, the ROG Zephyrus. Armed with its Nvidia 1060 GPU, the notebook can
deliver solid midlevel performance on high settings. And thanks to its Core i7 processor, it's
not too shabby on the multitasking front, either.
Key Specs - CPU: Intel Core i7-8750H | GPU: Nvidia GTX 1060 | RAM: 16/32GB
| Storage:128GB SSD + 1TB hard drive | Display: 15.6-inch 1080p display | Weight: 5.4
pounds
Best 15 inch: Asus ROG Strix Hero II
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
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