The 6 best gaming laptops of 2024: Tested, vetted, and possibly discounted for Oct. Prime Day

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Prime Day","articleBody":"Let's be real: PC gaming offers the best possible experience for gamers. High-end gaming computers pack more graphical and processing power than any home console, and they offer a level of freedom in terms of customization and game choice that you’re just not going to find anywhere else. But when it comes down to it, do you want your gaming sessions tied to your desk?While desktops deliver elite performance, the best gaming laptops fit into the modern lifestyle more smoothly. It’s so convenient to take your gaming rig with you on the go – whether that’s to a friend’s place or just to another room. Plus, there’s a gaming laptop to fit every type of player. Whether you're looking for a powerhouse that supports eye-popping visuals, a lightweight notebook to fit snugly in your backpack, or hoping to find the best budget gaming laptop, we promise there's a machine for you.\n SEE ALSO:\n \n Gaming starter kit: All the gear you need to play like a real gamer\n \n \n \nWhere should you buy a gaming laptop?You can find great gaming laptops at pretty much any big-name retailer nowadays. Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart, Target, GameStop, B&H, and others all have large selections of gaming laptops across a wide variety of brands. During popular shopping holidays like Prime Day and Black Friday, these retailers often host huge sales — and both events are coming up fast.However, there is a benefit to shopping directly with gaming laptop brands — their sites often offer a lot more customization, letting you pick out the exact specs you want. At bigger retailers, most off-the-shelf gaming laptops are already pre-specced (often by sketchy third-party sellers if you shop at Amazon), making it harder to find the right configuration and price.\n \n \n\n\n \n \n Testing the Razer Blade 14 gaming laptop for this guide.\n Credit: Dylan Haas \/ Mashable\n \n \nWhat's the best cheap gaming laptop, and is it worth it?When it comes to gaming laptops, it's totally fine to not immediately spring for the top-of-the-line, $3,000-plus powerhouse. Plenty of gaming laptops fall below the $1,000 mark and are well worth the money. But, we would advise you against going too cheap. You really do get what you pay for, and if you settle for that bottom-of-the-barrel machine, you're not going to be able to run the games you want to play anyway.However, if you're looking to keep a tight budget and don't mind playing via cloud streaming, the Acer Chromebook 516 GE is a great option (more details on that laptop below). And if you're looking to spend even less, the Lenovo Gaming Chromebook 16 is another solid cloud gaming laptop, which you can read about in our guide to the best laptops under $500.\n SEE ALSO:\n \n Prime Day laptop deals: Two gems aside, your shopping cart can stay empty for now\n \n \n \nWhat are the best gaming laptops?Finding the best laptop for your needs and budget can be tricky. They may be easier to parse than their desktop counterparts, but gaming laptops still require a fair bit of careful spec scrutinization. These are no consoles — you can’t just pick the latest generation system off the shelf and get playing. Choosing between the many graphics cards, processors, storage sizes, and screen types can be a real head-scratcher. And that’s where we come in.Mashable Shopping experts have tested and reviewed a lot of gaming laptops over the years. 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Many of the big brand names like Razer, Acer, Asus, and others usually participate in the big sale events, so be sure to keep an eye out for those. <\/p><p>Luckily, another Amazon Prime event is just around the corner. On Oct. 8, <a href=\"https:\/\/mashable.com\/article\/october-prime-day-everything-you-need-to-know-2024\" target=\"_self\" data-ga-click=\"1\" data-ga-label=\"$text\" data-ga-item=\"text-link\" data-ga-module=\"content_body\">Prime Big Deal Days<\/a> will kick off and run for 48 hours, so be ready to scoop up a sweet deal on a brand-new gaming machine. <\/p>"}},{"@type":"Question","name":"<strong>What is the best gaming laptop in 2024?<\/strong>","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"<p>For our money, we believe the <a href=\"https:\/\/zdcs.link\/6XJ2R?pageview_type=Standard&amp%3Btemplate=roundup&amp%3Bmodule=content_body&amp%3Belement=offer&amp%3Bitem=text-link&amp%3Belement_label=Asus%20ROG%20Zephyrus%20G14&amp%3Bobject_type=roundup&amp%3Bobject_uuid=07iXOXS8M55PKMaPfNhDFcp&amp%3Bshort_url=6XJ2R&amp%3Bu=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Froundup%2Fbest-gaming-laptops-2024&template=roundup&module=content_body&element=offer&item=text-link&element_label=Asus%20ROG%20Zephyrus%20G14&object_type=roundup&object_uuid=07iXOXS8M55PKMaPfNhDFcp&short_url=6XJ2R&u=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Froundup%2Fbest-gaming-laptops-2024\" rel=\"sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" data-ga-click=\"1\" data-ga-label=\"$text\" data-ga-item=\"text-link\" data-ga-module=\"content_body\" title=\"(opens in a new window)\">Asus ROG Zephyrus G14<\/a> is the best laptop for gaming in 2024, though the <a href=\"https:\/\/zdcs.link\/ePjOA?pageview_type=Standard&amp%3Btemplate=roundup&amp%3Bmodule=content_body&amp%3Belement=offer&amp%3Bitem=text-link&amp%3Belement_label=Razer%20Blade%2014&amp%3Bobject_type=roundup&amp%3Bobject_uuid=07iXOXS8M55PKMaPfNhDFcp&amp%3Bshort_url=ePjOA&amp%3Bu=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Froundup%2Fbest-gaming-laptops-2024&template=roundup&module=content_body&element=offer&item=text-link&element_label=Razer%20Blade%2014&object_type=roundup&object_uuid=07iXOXS8M55PKMaPfNhDFcp&short_url=ePjOA&u=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Froundup%2Fbest-gaming-laptops-2024\" rel=\"sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" data-ga-click=\"1\" data-ga-label=\"$text\" data-ga-item=\"text-link\" data-ga-module=\"content_body\" title=\"(opens in a new window)\">Razer Blade 14<\/a> is mighty impressive if your budget allows for it. However, with the high sticker price, we know many shoppers are looking for a more entry-level option. So if you're looking for budget gaming laptops, then we recommend going with the <a href=\"https:\/\/zdcs.link\/OGJ42?pageview_type=Standard&amp%3Btemplate=roundup&amp%3Bmodule=content_body&amp%3Belement=offer&amp%3Bitem=text-link&amp%3Belement_label=Acer%20Nitro%205&amp%3Bobject_type=roundup&amp%3Bobject_uuid=07iXOXS8M55PKMaPfNhDFcp&amp%3Bshort_url=OGJ42&amp%3Bu=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Froundup%2Fbest-gaming-laptops-2024&template=roundup&module=content_body&element=offer&item=text-link&element_label=Acer%20Nitro%205&object_type=roundup&object_uuid=07iXOXS8M55PKMaPfNhDFcp&short_url=OGJ42&u=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Froundup%2Fbest-gaming-laptops-2024\" rel=\"sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" data-ga-click=\"1\" data-ga-label=\"$text\" data-ga-item=\"text-link\" data-ga-module=\"content_body\" title=\"(opens in a new window)\">Acer Nitro 5<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/zdcs.link\/BYLqJ?pageview_type=Standard&amp%3Btemplate=roundup&amp%3Bmodule=content_body&amp%3Belement=offer&amp%3Bitem=text-link&amp%3Belement_label=Acer%20Chromebook%20516%20GE&amp%3Bobject_type=roundup&amp%3Bobject_uuid=07iXOXS8M55PKMaPfNhDFcp&amp%3Bshort_url=BYLqJ&amp%3Bu=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Froundup%2Fbest-gaming-laptops-2024&template=roundup&module=content_body&element=offer&item=text-link&element_label=Acer%20Chromebook%20516%20GE&object_type=roundup&object_uuid=07iXOXS8M55PKMaPfNhDFcp&short_url=BYLqJ&u=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Froundup%2Fbest-gaming-laptops-2024\" rel=\"sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" data-ga-click=\"1\" data-ga-label=\"$text\" data-ga-item=\"text-link\" data-ga-module=\"content_body\" title=\"(opens in a new window)\">Acer Chromebook 516 GE<\/a> instead.<\/p>"}},{"@type":"Question","name":"<strong>Which brand of laptop is best for gaming?<\/strong>","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"<p>There are <em>a lot<\/em> of fantastic gaming laptop brands out there, so we can't really choose just one. But, we can absolutely tell you our favorites: Razer, Asus, Lenovo, Acer, and MSI are all included in our top picks, so definitely keep an eye out for those brands. We've also tried out some great units from Dell in the past.<\/p>"}},{"@type":"Question","name":"<strong>What gaming laptops can run VR?<\/strong>","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"<p>Here’s some good news: virtually every gaming laptop worth its salt can now handle virtual reality gaming. If you’re playing <a href=\"https:\/\/mashable.com\/roundup\/best-vr-headsets\" target=\"_self\" data-ga-click=\"1\" data-ga-label=\"$text\" data-ga-item=\"text-link\" data-ga-module=\"content_body\">VR<\/a> through a PC, you’re likely going to be using a Meta Quest 2, Valve Index, or HTC Vive Pro 2. Thankfully, none demand particularly high PC specs.<\/p><p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/mashable.com\/review\/oculus-quest-2-review\" target=\"_self\" data-ga-click=\"1\" data-ga-label=\"$text\" data-ga-item=\"text-link\" data-ga-module=\"content_body\">Meta Quest 2<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/mashable.com\/review\/meta-quest-3\" target=\"_self\" data-ga-click=\"1\" data-ga-label=\"$text\" data-ga-item=\"text-link\" data-ga-module=\"content_body\">Meta Quest 3<\/a> are standalone headsets that can render games using its onboard processor. However, you can wire it up to a computer if you want to play PC VR games, too. To do that you’ll need a USB-C cable and a computer powerful enough to support the tech. The exact PC requirements are listed <a href=\"https:\/\/www.meta.com\/en-gb\/help\/quest\/articles\/headsets-and-accessories\/oculus-link\/meta-quest-link-compatibility\/?utm_source=www.pocket-lint.com&utm_medium=dollyredirect\" target=\"_blank\" data-ga-click=\"1\" data-ga-label=\"$text\" data-ga-item=\"text-link\" data-ga-module=\"content_body\" title=\"(opens in a new window)\"><u>here<\/u><\/a>, but every laptop on this list meets them.<\/p><p>The same goes for the Valve Index, which requires at least a GTX 970 and a dual-core processor, as well as the HTC Vive Pro 2, which asks for a slightly beefier Intel Core i5-4590 and Nvidia GeForce RTX 2060. Again, these picks sail past those requirements.<\/p>"}},{"@type":"Question","name":"<strong>Is a laptop or desktop better for gaming?<\/strong>","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"<p>There’s one other obvious difference between a gaming laptop and a gaming desktop: portability. Gaming laptops have all the usual benefits you’d expect of them, alongside powerful hardware that’s capable of rendering and running games. But you pay for that expanded portability with a higher price tag. A gaming laptop will always be more expensive than an equivalent desktop PC, as manufacturers have to redesign graphics cards and all the other stuff to fit inside a small chassis. <\/p><p>That price difference doesn't necessarily apply to custom-built gaming computers, however. Even the most specced-out gaming laptops will save you money compared to a powerful custom PC gaming rig. The average custom PC gaming setup <a href=\"https:\/\/sea.mashable.com\/tech\/19078\/new-study-shows-how-much-you-need-to-spend-to-build-a-gaming-pc-right-now\" target=\"_self\" data-ga-click=\"1\" data-ga-label=\"$text\" data-ga-item=\"text-link\" data-ga-module=\"content_body\">costs more than $3,500<\/a>, and prices just keep going up. The <a href=\"https:\/\/mashable.com\/roundup\/best-gaming-computers\" target=\"_self\" data-ga-click=\"1\" data-ga-label=\"$text\" data-ga-item=\"text-link\" data-ga-module=\"content_body\">best pre-built PC gaming computers<\/a> are much more affordable, but they also take a lot of the fun out of building your own.<\/p><p>There’s nothing a gaming laptop can’t do that a desktop can, and vice versa. However, you may want to opt for a desktop for longevity’s sake.<\/p>"}},{"@type":"Question","name":"<strong>What gaming laptops are upgradeable?<\/strong>","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"<p>This is another key difference between gaming laptops and desktops. A desktop rig can serve you for life if you keep the core parts around forever, and gradually replace individual components as they slow down, become obsolete, or break. Laptop users don’t have that luxury. There’s no chance to swap out a laptop’s CPU or GPU when it becomes old and clunky, as those components are made bespoke for each model. While you can sometimes replace storage drives or RAM sticks, you’re essentially stuck with what you first bought — so make sure you pick a good one.<\/p>"}}]}</script> <script type="application/ld+json">{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org","@type":"ItemList","numberOfItems":6,"url":"https:\/\/mashable.com\/roundup\/best-gaming-laptops-2024","name":"Best gaming laptops 2024: Grab these on Prime Day","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Alienware m16 R2","item":{"@type":"Product","name":"Alienware m16 R2","image":[{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https:\/\/helios-i.mashable.com\/imagery\/roundup-products\/04Xa0W2FxqGgcoHlZyATwRe\/product-image.fill.size_1200x675.v1726068630.png","width":1200,"height":675,"caption":"Alienware m16 R2 in front of red background"},{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https:\/\/helios-i.mashable.com\/imagery\/roundup-products\/04Xa0W2FxqGgcoHlZyATwRe\/product-image.fill.size_1200x900.v1726068630.png","width":1200,"height":900,"caption":"Alienware 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x-show="isvalidLink('frequently-asked-questions')" value="frequently-asked-questions" data-position="12">Frequently Asked Questions</option> </select> <div class="absolute top-0 right-2 h-full pointer-events-none"> <svg class="inline-block w-6 h-6 pointer-events-none text-md"><use href="/images/icons/spritemap.svg#sprite-angle-down-light"></use></svg> </div> </div> </div> </aside> <article data-autopogo class="mt-8 font-serif editor-content"> <p>Let's be real: <a href="https://mashable.com/category/gaming-laptops" target="_self" data-ga-click="1" data-ga-label="$text" data-ga-item="text-link" data-ga-module="content_body">PC gaming</a> offers the best possible experience for gamers. High-end gaming computers pack more graphical and processing power than any home console, and they offer a level of freedom in terms of customization and game choice that you’re just not going to find anywhere else. But when it comes down to it, do you want your gaming sessions tied to your desk?</p><p>While desktops deliver elite performance, the best gaming laptops fit into the modern lifestyle more smoothly. It’s so convenient to take your gaming rig with you on the go – whether that’s to a friend’s place or just to another room. Plus, there’s a gaming laptop to fit every type of player. Whether you're looking for a powerhouse that supports eye-popping visuals, a lightweight notebook to fit snugly in your backpack, or hoping to find the <a href="https://mashable.com/roundup/best-gaming-laptops-under-1000" target="_self" data-ga-click="1" data-ga-label="$text" data-ga-item="text-link" data-ga-module="content_body">best budget gaming laptop</a>, we promise there's a machine for you.</p><div class="flex mx-auto mt-8 w-full max-w-3xl font-sans text-lg leading-normal md:text-xl md:leading-7"> <span class="font-bold text-primary-400">SEE ALSO:</span> <a href="/roundup/gaming-starter-kit" class="flex items-center text-secondary-300"> <span class="ml-1">Gaming starter kit: All the gear you need to play like a real gamer</span> <svg class="ml-1 w-4 h-4 font-normal fill-current"><use href="/images/icons/spritemap.svg#sprite-arrow-right-thin"></use></svg> </a> </div> <h2 id="where-should-you-buy-a-gaming-laptop">Where should you buy a gaming laptop?</h2><p>You can find great gaming laptops at pretty much any big-name retailer nowadays. Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart, Target, GameStop, B&H, and others all have large selections of gaming laptops across a wide variety of brands. During popular shopping holidays like <a href="https://mashable.com/category/prime-day" target="_self" data-ga-click="1" data-ga-label="$text" data-ga-item="text-link" data-ga-module="content_body">Prime Day</a> and <a href="https://mashable.com/category/black-friday" target="_self" data-ga-click="1" data-ga-label="$text" data-ga-item="text-link" data-ga-module="content_body">Black Friday</a>, these retailers often host huge sales — and both events <a href="https://mashable.com/article/october-prime-day-everything-you-need-to-know-2024" target="_self" data-ga-click="1" data-ga-label="$text" data-ga-item="text-link" data-ga-module="content_body">are coming up fast</a>.</p><p>However, there is a benefit to shopping directly with gaming laptop brands — their sites often offer a lot more customization, letting you pick out the exact specs you want. At bigger retailers, most off-the-shelf gaming laptops are already pre-specced (often by sketchy third-party sellers if you shop at Amazon), making it harder to find the right configuration and price.</p><div class="eloquent-imagery-image"> <div class="flex justify-center"> <img class="border border-gray-100" src="https://helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/roundups/07iXOXS8M55PKMaPfNhDFcp/images-1.fill.size_2000x1125.v1723833221.jpg" alt="The Razer Blade 14 sitting on a window sill" width="2000" height="1125" loading="lazy" srcset="https://helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/roundups/07iXOXS8M55PKMaPfNhDFcp/images-1.fill.size_800x450.v1723833221.jpg 800w, https://helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/roundups/07iXOXS8M55PKMaPfNhDFcp/images-1.fill.size_1400x788.v1723833221.jpg 1400w, https://helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/roundups/07iXOXS8M55PKMaPfNhDFcp/images-1.fill.size_2000x1125.v1723833221.jpg 2000w" sizes="(max-width: 1408px) 100vw, 1408px"> </div> <div class="mt-2 subtitle-2 font-sans "> <span class="normal-case text-gray-1000">Testing the Razer Blade 14 gaming laptop for this guide.</span> <span class="text-gray-600 credit">Credit: Dylan Haas / Mashable</span> </div> </div> <h2 id="whats-the-best-cheap-gaming-laptop-and-is-it-worth-it">What's the best cheap gaming laptop, and is it worth it?</h2><p>When it comes to gaming laptops, it's totally fine to not immediately spring for the top-of-the-line, $3,000-plus powerhouse. Plenty of gaming laptops fall below the $1,000 mark and are <a href="https://mashable.com/article/best-cheap-gaming-laptop-2023-according-to-laptop-expert" target="_self" data-ga-click="1" data-ga-label="$text" data-ga-item="text-link" data-ga-module="content_body">well worth the money</a>. But, we would advise you against going <em>too</em> cheap. You really do get what you pay for, and if you settle for that bottom-of-the-barrel machine, you're not going to be able to run the games you want to play anyway.</p><p>However, if you're looking to keep a tight budget and don't mind playing via cloud streaming, the <a href="https://zdcs.link/drG5j?pageview_type=Standard&amp%3Btemplate=roundup&amp%3Bmodule=content_body&amp%3Belement=offer&amp%3Bitem=text-link&amp%3Belement_label=Acer%20Chromebook%20516%20GE&amp%3Bobject_type=roundup&amp%3Bobject_uuid=07iXOXS8M55PKMaPfNhDFcp&amp%3Bshort_url=drG5j&amp%3Bu=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Froundup%2Fbest-gaming-laptops-2024&template=roundup&module=content_body&element=offer&item=text-link&element_label=Acer%20Chromebook%20516%20GE&object_type=roundup&object_uuid=07iXOXS8M55PKMaPfNhDFcp&short_url=drG5j&u=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Froundup%2Fbest-gaming-laptops-2024" rel="sponsored" rel="sponsored" target="_blank" data-ga-click="1" data-ga-label="$text" data-ga-item="text-link" data-ga-module="content_body" title="(opens in a new window)">Acer Chromebook 516 GE</a> is a great option (more details on that laptop below). And if you're looking to spend even less, the <a href="https://zdcs.link/pGp74?pageview_type=Standard&amp%3Btemplate=roundup&amp%3Bmodule=content_body&amp%3Belement=offer&amp%3Bitem=text-link&amp%3Belement_label=Lenovo%20Gaming%20Chromebook%2016&amp%3Bobject_type=roundup&amp%3Bobject_uuid=07iXOXS8M55PKMaPfNhDFcp&amp%3Bshort_url=pGp74&amp%3Bu=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Froundup%2Fbest-gaming-laptops-2024&template=roundup&module=content_body&element=offer&item=text-link&element_label=Lenovo%20Gaming%20Chromebook%2016&object_type=roundup&object_uuid=07iXOXS8M55PKMaPfNhDFcp&short_url=pGp74&u=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Froundup%2Fbest-gaming-laptops-2024" rel="sponsored" rel="sponsored" target="_blank" data-ga-click="1" data-ga-label="$text" data-ga-item="text-link" data-ga-module="content_body" title="(opens in a new window)">Lenovo Gaming Chromebook 16</a> is another solid cloud gaming laptop, which you can read about in our guide to the <a href="https://mashable.com/roundup/best-laptops-under-500" target="_self" data-ga-click="1" data-ga-label="$text" data-ga-item="text-link" data-ga-module="content_body">best laptops under $500</a>.</p><div class="flex mx-auto mt-8 w-full max-w-3xl font-sans text-lg leading-normal md:text-xl md:leading-7"> <span class="font-bold text-primary-400">SEE ALSO:</span> <a href="/article/early-prime-day-laptop-deals-2024" class="flex items-center text-secondary-300"> <span class="ml-1">Prime Day laptop deals: Two gems aside, your shopping cart can stay empty for now</span> <svg class="ml-1 w-4 h-4 font-normal fill-current"><use href="/images/icons/spritemap.svg#sprite-arrow-right-thin"></use></svg> </a> </div> <h2 id="what-are-the-best-gaming-laptops">What are the best gaming laptops?</h2><p>Finding the <a href="https://mashable.com/roundup/best-laptops" target="_self" data-ga-click="1" data-ga-label="$text" data-ga-item="text-link" data-ga-module="content_body">best laptop</a> for your needs <em>and </em>budget can be tricky. They may be easier to parse than their desktop counterparts, but gaming laptops still require a fair bit of careful spec scrutinization. These are no consoles — you can’t just pick the latest generation system off the shelf and get playing. Choosing between the many graphics cards, processors, storage sizes, and screen types can be a real head-scratcher. And that’s where we come in.</p><p>Mashable Shopping experts have tested and reviewed a lot of gaming laptops over the years. 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Quality over quantity, so to speak. It's not perfect, but we think it's the most impressive mid-budget gaming laptop. It's also going to be your best bet if you're new to the PC gaming realm.</p><h3><strong>Why we picked this:</strong></h3><p>Mid-budget shoppers rejoice, because your dream gaming laptop has arrived on the scene in the Alienware m16 R2. Yes, it has some drawbacks, but the positives far outweigh the negatives, and it serves as our top pick for the time being. </p><p>The newly redesigned gaming machine is much more minimalist than its predecessor, ditching the thermal shelf that normally juts out the back of the laptop and adding a hotkey for "Stealth Mode," which turns off that RGB lighting that isn't everyone's cup of tea. The m16 R2 can be used as an everyday laptop or a gaming machine thanks to its MUX switch, which allows you to jump between integrated and dedicated GPUs at a moment's notice. (You can also use NVIDIA's Advanced Optimus feature to do this automatically.)</p><p>Mashable Tech Editor Kimberly Gedeon applauded the laptop's performance at this price point, even running demanding games like <em>Cyberpunk 2077</em> without making a bunch of compromises in the settings menu. Framrates looked smooth on the 240Hz display according to Gedeon, although the overall brightness could've used a boost. She also highlighted the machine's keyboard, which had clicky, tactile feedback and responsiveness.</p><p>Unfortunately, the Alienware m16 R2's speaker system isn't really up to par — volume is fine, but everything has a bit of a tinny sound that just isn't very pleasant. So, we recommend playing with headphones whenever you can. The webcam isn't the best quality, and battery life leaves much to be desired at just under an hour per charge (most will play plugged in anyway, though). But, none of those setbacks could overshadow the best parts of the Alienware m16 R2 gaming laptop. It's a Mashable Choice Award winner, and our top pick for the best gaming laptop you can get right now.</p> </div> <div class="py-6 mx-2 border-t-2 border-gray-100"> <div class="flex justify-between items-center pr-2 cursor-pointer" @click="showGood=!showGood"> <h3 class="text-2xl font-bold cursor-pointer md:mt-0">The Good</h3> <div x-show="!showGood"><svg class="w-3 h-3 ml-1 mb-1 inline-block" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 384 512"> <path d="M342.6 233.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-192 192c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0s-12.5-32.8 0-45.3L274.7 256 105.4 86.6c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0l192 192z"/> </svg></div> <div x-show="showGood" style="display: none"><svg class="w-3 h-3 ml-1 mb-1 inline-block" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 512 512"> <path d="M233.4 406.6c12.5 12.5 32.8 12.5 45.3 0l192-192c12.5-12.5 12.5-32.8 0-45.3s-32.8-12.5-45.3 0L256 338.7 86.6 169.4c-12.5-12.5-32.8-12.5-45.3 0s-12.5 32.8 0 45.3l192 192z"/> </svg></div> </div> <ul class="mt-2 ml-8 list-disc" x-show="showGood" style="display: none"> <li class="py-0.5">Mashable Choice award winner </li> <li class="py-0.5">Performs well compared to other mid-level gaming laptops </li> <li class="py-0.5">Decent build quality </li> <li class="py-0.5">Keyboard has nice tactile feedback </li> <li class="py-0.5">Anti-fingerprint chassis </li> <li class="py-0.5">Strong port selection</li> </ul> </div> <div class="py-6 mx-2 border-t-2 border-gray-100"> <div class="flex justify-between items-center pr-2 cursor-pointer" @click="showBad=!showBad"> <h3 class="text-2xl font-bold cursor-pointer md:mt-0">The Bad</h3> <div x-show="!showBad"><svg class="w-3 h-3 ml-1 mb-1 inline-block" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 384 512"> <path d="M342.6 233.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-192 192c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0s-12.5-32.8 0-45.3L274.7 256 105.4 86.6c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0l192 192z"/> </svg></div> <div x-show="showBad" style="display: none"><svg class="w-3 h-3 ml-1 mb-1 inline-block" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 512 512"> <path d="M233.4 406.6c12.5 12.5 32.8 12.5 45.3 0l192-192c12.5-12.5 12.5-32.8 0-45.3s-32.8-12.5-45.3 0L256 338.7 86.6 169.4c-12.5-12.5-32.8-12.5-45.3 0s-12.5 32.8 0 45.3l192 192z"/> </svg></div> </div> <ul class="mt-2 ml-8 list-disc" x-show="showBad" style="display: none"> <li class="py-0.5">No option for miniLED or OLED display </li> <li class="py-0.5">Can't upgrade GPU above a NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 </li> <li class="py-0.5">Tinny speakers, although volume is good</li> </ul> </div> <div class="py-6 mx-2 border-gray-100 border-y-2"> <div class="flex justify-between items-center pr-2 cursor-pointer" @click="showDetail=!showDetail"> <h3 class="text-2xl font-bold cursor-pointer md:mt-0">Details</h3> <div x-show="!showDetail"><svg class="w-3 h-3 ml-1 mb-1 inline-block" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 384 512"> <path d="M342.6 233.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-192 192c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0s-12.5-32.8 0-45.3L274.7 256 105.4 86.6c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0l192 192z"/> </svg></div> <div x-show="showDetail" style="display: none"><svg class="w-3 h-3 ml-1 mb-1 inline-block" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 512 512"> <path d="M233.4 406.6c12.5 12.5 32.8 12.5 45.3 0l192-192c12.5-12.5 12.5-32.8 0-45.3s-32.8-12.5-45.3 0L256 338.7 86.6 169.4c-12.5-12.5-32.8-12.5-45.3 0s-12.5 32.8 0 45.3l192 192z"/> </svg></div> </div> <ul class="mt-2 ml-8 list-disc" x-show="showDetail" style="display: none"> <li class="py-0.5"> CPU: Intel Core Ultra 7 155H </li> <li class="py-0.5"> GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 </li> <li class="py-0.5"> RAM: 16GB </li> <li class="py-0.5"> Storage: 1TB SSD </li> <li class="py-0.5"> Display: 16 inches, 1600p </li> </ul> </div> <div class="py-8 mx-2"> <div class="flex justify-center py-4 text-sm font-bold">GET IT</div> <div class="justify-center md:flex md:space-x-8"> <div class=""> <a href="https://zdcs.link/z7bY3n?pageview_type=Standard&template=roundup&module=roundup-product-card&element=roundup-product&item=buy-button&element_label=Go%20to%20Alienware%20m16%20R2&object_type=roundup&object_uuid=07iXOXS8M55PKMaPfNhDFcp&short_url=z7bY3n&u=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Froundup%2Fbest-gaming-laptops-2024&position=1" target="_blank" rel="sponsored" data-ga-action="buy-button" data-ga-item="buy-button" data-ga-label="$text" data-ga-element="offer" data-ga-module="roundup-overview" data-ga-click title="(opens in a new window)"> <div class="overflow-hidden px-2 mx-auto w-full font-sans text-base font-bold tracking-wide leading-6 text-center btn btn-secondary bg-secondary-300 text-ellipsis"> $1,899.99 Best Buy </div> </a> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div x-data="{showGood:false, showBad:false, showDetail:false}" id="product-02P0rfFmr2Fzokxqb9NMpsK" data-ga-module="roundup-product-card" data-ga-element="roundup-product" class="font-sans !mt-12 px-6 border-2 border-gray-100"> <div class="w-14 h-2 md:ml-4 bg-secondary-200"></div> <div class="flex flex-wrap my-6 md:flex-nowrap md:mx-4"> <div class="w-full md:w-1/2"> <img class="object-scale-down max-h-full" src="https://helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/roundup-products/02P0rfFmr2Fzokxqb9NMpsK/product-image.fit_lpad.size_672x378.v1723833426.png" alt="Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 sitting on a cafe table" width="672" height="378" loading="lazy" > </div> <div class="flex flex-col justify-center mt-6 w-full md:pl-6 md:mt-0 md:w-2/3"> <div> <a id="product-18283" class="block text-2xl font-bold hover:underline text-secondary-300 visited:text-secondary-300" href="https://zdcs.link/mVAXq?pageview_type=Standard&template=roundup&module=roundup-product-card&element=roundup-product&item=offer-title&element_label=Asus%20ROG%20Zephyrus%20G14&object_type=roundup&object_uuid=07iXOXS8M55PKMaPfNhDFcp&short_url=mVAXq&u=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Froundup%2Fbest-gaming-laptops-2024&position=2" target="_blank" rel="sponsored" data-ga-click data-ga-action="title" data-ga-item="offer-title" data-ga-label="$text" title="(opens in a new window)"> <h2> Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 </h2> </a> <h3 class="!text-sm font-bold uppercase md:text-base">A great mid-budget option</h3> </div> <div class="flex mt-6"> <div class="w-full whitespace-nowrap md:flex-none md:w-44 grow"> <div class=""> <a href="https://zdcs.link/mVAXq?pageview_type=Standard&template=roundup&module=roundup-product-card&element=roundup-product&item=buy-button&element_label=Go%20to%20Asus%20ROG%20Zephyrus%20G14&object_type=roundup&object_uuid=07iXOXS8M55PKMaPfNhDFcp&short_url=mVAXq&u=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Froundup%2Fbest-gaming-laptops-2024&position=2" target="_blank" rel="sponsored" data-ga-action="buy-button" data-ga-item="buy-button" data-ga-label="$text" data-ga-element="roundup-product" data-ga-module="roundup-product-card" data-ga-click title="(opens in a new window)"> <div class="overflow-hidden px-2 mx-auto w-full font-sans text-base font-bold tracking-wide leading-6 text-center btn btn-secondary bg-secondary-300 text-ellipsis"> $1,599.99 Best Buy </div> </a> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="my-8 mx-2 font-serif text-lg leading-loose border-t-2 border-gray-100 md:text-xl md:leading-7 editor-content"> <p><a href="https://mashable.com/review/asus-rog-zephyrus-g14-2024" target="_self" data-ga-click="1" data-ga-label="$text" data-ga-item="text-link" data-ga-module="content_body"><em>Read Mashable's full review of the Asus ROG Zephyrus G14</em></a><em>.</em></p><h3><strong>Who it's for:</strong></h3><p>The <a href="https://zdcs.link/mVAXq?pageview_type=Standard&template=roundup&module=content_body&element=offer&item=text-link&element_label=Asus%20ROG%20Zephyrus%20G14&object_type=roundup&object_uuid=07iXOXS8M55PKMaPfNhDFcp&short_url=mVAXq&u=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Froundup%2Fbest-gaming-laptops-2024" rel="sponsored" target="_blank" data-ga-click="1" data-ga-label="$text" data-ga-item="text-link" data-ga-module="content_body" title="(opens in a new window)">Asus ROG Zephyrus G14</a> is a great mid-budget gaming laptop that has a little bit of everything. From the MacBook-like design (which kind of reminds us of Razer's popular gaming laptops), to the gorgeous display, to the top-tier keyboard and impressive performance, this laptop is our overall top pick for anyone looking to get into PC gaming on a portable level. </p><h3><strong>Why we picked this:</strong></h3><p>If you want a high-end gaming laptop that won't break the bank but also<em> </em>don't want to go the budget route, the Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 is a mid-point option that we think is a great value for the money. Mashable Tech Editor Kimberly Gedeon, who reviewed the laptop, lauded the machine's MacBook-esque build. "The ROG Zephyrus G14 is perfect for those who want to bring a respectable, MacBook Pro-esque laptop to the office — before gaming at night with a beastly gaming rig," she wrote, referring to the computer's dual speaker grilles as CNC aluminum unibody chassis highlights that are similar to its Apple counterpart. Unlike a MacBook, though, the G14 actually has a decent variety of ports.</p><p>Gedeon also really enjoyed the laptop's OLED display, which produced extremely crisp visuals and colors. However, one knock against it is that the display just isn't bright enough overall — not a dealbreaker, though. The keyboard layout and feel are also high points, and the laptop's speakers sound good enough that we question if you even need a <a href="https://mashable.com/roundup/best-gaming-headsets" target="_self" data-ga-click="1" data-ga-label="$text" data-ga-item="text-link" data-ga-module="content_body">gaming headset</a> while you play. As for performance, the ROG Zephyrus G14 easily passed our <em>Cyberpunk 2077</em> benchmark tests with flying colors. Battery life is good, not great at one hour and 17 minutes.</p><p>When it comes to downsides, there aren't many. Aside from the display brightness, the most glaring issue with this laptop is that it tends to run extremely hot. </p> </div> <div class="py-6 mx-2 border-t-2 border-gray-100"> <div class="flex justify-between items-center pr-2 cursor-pointer" @click="showGood=!showGood"> <h3 class="text-2xl font-bold cursor-pointer md:mt-0">The Good</h3> <div x-show="!showGood"><svg class="w-3 h-3 ml-1 mb-1 inline-block" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 384 512"> <path d="M342.6 233.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-192 192c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0s-12.5-32.8 0-45.3L274.7 256 105.4 86.6c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0l192 192z"/> </svg></div> <div x-show="showGood" style="display: none"><svg class="w-3 h-3 ml-1 mb-1 inline-block" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 512 512"> <path d="M233.4 406.6c12.5 12.5 32.8 12.5 45.3 0l192-192c12.5-12.5 12.5-32.8 0-45.3s-32.8-12.5-45.3 0L256 338.7 86.6 169.4c-12.5-12.5-32.8-12.5-45.3 0s-12.5 32.8 0 45.3l192 192z"/> </svg></div> </div> <ul class="mt-2 ml-8 list-disc" x-show="showGood" style="display: none"> <li class="py-0.5">Familiar, MacBook-like design </li> <li class="py-0.5">Keyboard layout and feel are great </li> <li class="py-0.5">Decent audio </li> <li class="py-0.5">Stunning OLED display </li> <li class="py-0.5">High-end performance</li> </ul> </div> <div class="py-6 mx-2 border-t-2 border-gray-100"> <div class="flex justify-between items-center pr-2 cursor-pointer" @click="showBad=!showBad"> <h3 class="text-2xl font-bold cursor-pointer md:mt-0">The Bad</h3> <div x-show="!showBad"><svg class="w-3 h-3 ml-1 mb-1 inline-block" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 384 512"> <path d="M342.6 233.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-192 192c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0s-12.5-32.8 0-45.3L274.7 256 105.4 86.6c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0l192 192z"/> </svg></div> <div x-show="showBad" style="display: none"><svg class="w-3 h-3 ml-1 mb-1 inline-block" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 512 512"> <path d="M233.4 406.6c12.5 12.5 32.8 12.5 45.3 0l192-192c12.5-12.5 12.5-32.8 0-45.3s-32.8-12.5-45.3 0L256 338.7 86.6 169.4c-12.5-12.5-32.8-12.5-45.3 0s-12.5 32.8 0 45.3l192 192z"/> </svg></div> </div> <ul class="mt-2 ml-8 list-disc" x-show="showBad" style="display: none"> <li class="py-0.5">Runs very hot </li> <li class="py-0.5">Display brightness is slightly lacking</li> </ul> </div> <div class="py-6 mx-2 border-gray-100 border-y-2"> <div class="flex justify-between items-center pr-2 cursor-pointer" @click="showDetail=!showDetail"> <h3 class="text-2xl font-bold cursor-pointer md:mt-0">Details</h3> <div x-show="!showDetail"><svg class="w-3 h-3 ml-1 mb-1 inline-block" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 384 512"> <path d="M342.6 233.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-192 192c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0s-12.5-32.8 0-45.3L274.7 256 105.4 86.6c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0l192 192z"/> </svg></div> <div x-show="showDetail" style="display: none"><svg class="w-3 h-3 ml-1 mb-1 inline-block" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 512 512"> <path d="M233.4 406.6c12.5 12.5 32.8 12.5 45.3 0l192-192c12.5-12.5 12.5-32.8 0-45.3s-32.8-12.5-45.3 0L256 338.7 86.6 169.4c-12.5-12.5-32.8-12.5-45.3 0s-12.5 32.8 0 45.3l192 192z"/> </svg></div> </div> <ul class="mt-2 ml-8 list-disc" x-show="showDetail" style="display: none"> <li class="py-0.5"> CPU: AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS </li> <li class="py-0.5"> GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 </li> <li class="py-0.5"> RAM: 16GB </li> <li class="py-0.5"> Storage: 1TB </li> <li class="py-0.5"> Display: 14 inches, 3K </li> </ul> </div> <div class="py-8 mx-2"> <div class="flex justify-center py-4 text-sm font-bold">GET IT</div> <div class="justify-center md:flex md:space-x-8"> <div class=""> <a href="https://zdcs.link/mVAXq?pageview_type=Standard&template=roundup&module=roundup-product-card&element=roundup-product&item=buy-button&element_label=Go%20to%20Asus%20ROG%20Zephyrus%20G14&object_type=roundup&object_uuid=07iXOXS8M55PKMaPfNhDFcp&short_url=mVAXq&u=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Froundup%2Fbest-gaming-laptops-2024&position=2" target="_blank" rel="sponsored" data-ga-action="buy-button" data-ga-item="buy-button" data-ga-label="$text" data-ga-element="offer" data-ga-module="roundup-overview" data-ga-click title="(opens in a new window)"> <div class="overflow-hidden px-2 mx-auto w-full font-sans text-base font-bold tracking-wide leading-6 text-center btn btn-secondary bg-secondary-300 text-ellipsis"> $1,599.99 Best Buy </div> </a> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div x-data="{showGood:false, showBad:false, showDetail:false}" id="product-06r8EFFGQI7AB4JeAmDOxWn" data-ga-module="roundup-product-card" data-ga-element="roundup-product" class="font-sans !mt-12 px-6 border-2 border-gray-100"> <div class="w-14 h-2 md:ml-4 bg-secondary-200"></div> <div class="flex flex-wrap my-6 md:flex-nowrap md:mx-4"> <div class="w-full md:w-1/2"> <img class="object-scale-down max-h-full" src="https://helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/roundup-products/06r8EFFGQI7AB4JeAmDOxWn/product-image.fit_lpad.size_672x378.v1723834060.jpg" alt="Photo of the Razer Blade 14 on a window sill" width="672" height="378" loading="lazy" > </div> <div class="flex flex-col justify-center mt-6 w-full md:pl-6 md:mt-0 md:w-2/3"> <div> <a id="product-18284" class="block text-2xl font-bold hover:underline text-secondary-300 visited:text-secondary-300" href="https://zdcs.link/ePjOA?pageview_type=Standard&template=roundup&module=roundup-product-card&element=roundup-product&item=offer-title&element_label=Razer%20Blade%2014&object_type=roundup&object_uuid=07iXOXS8M55PKMaPfNhDFcp&short_url=ePjOA&u=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Froundup%2Fbest-gaming-laptops-2024&position=3" target="_blank" rel="sponsored" data-ga-click data-ga-action="title" data-ga-item="offer-title" data-ga-label="$text" title="(opens in a new window)"> <h2> Razer Blade 14 </h2> </a> <h3 class="!text-sm font-bold uppercase md:text-base">Best compact gaming laptop</h3> </div> <div class="flex mt-6"> <div class="w-full whitespace-nowrap md:flex-none md:w-44 grow"> <div class=""> <a href="https://zdcs.link/ePjOA?pageview_type=Standard&template=roundup&module=roundup-product-card&element=roundup-product&item=buy-button&element_label=Go%20to%20Razer%20Blade%2014&object_type=roundup&object_uuid=07iXOXS8M55PKMaPfNhDFcp&short_url=ePjOA&u=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Froundup%2Fbest-gaming-laptops-2024&position=3" target="_blank" rel="sponsored" data-ga-action="buy-button" data-ga-item="buy-button" data-ga-label="$text" data-ga-element="roundup-product" data-ga-module="roundup-product-card" data-ga-click title="(opens in a new window)"> <div class="overflow-hidden px-2 mx-auto w-full font-sans text-base font-bold tracking-wide leading-6 text-center btn btn-secondary bg-secondary-300 text-ellipsis"> $2,699.99 Razer </div> </a> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="my-8 mx-2 font-serif text-lg leading-loose border-t-2 border-gray-100 md:text-xl md:leading-7 editor-content"> <h3><strong>Who it's for:</strong></h3><p>The <a href="https://zdcs.link/ePjOA?pageview_type=Standard&template=roundup&module=content_body&element=offer&item=text-link&element_label=Razer%20Blade%2014&object_type=roundup&object_uuid=07iXOXS8M55PKMaPfNhDFcp&short_url=ePjOA&u=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Froundup%2Fbest-gaming-laptops-2024" rel="sponsored" target="_blank" data-ga-click="1" data-ga-label="$text" data-ga-item="text-link" data-ga-module="content_body" title="(opens in a new window)">Razer Blade 14</a> sits right at the intersection of gaming laptops and productivity laptops. The battery performs well in both departments, and we can definitely see it being a gamer's "do it all" machine. If you've got the budget and you want a gaming laptop that is both powerful and portable, the Razer Blade 14 might be your dream gaming laptop.</p><h3><strong>Why we picked this:</strong></h3><p>In a world filled with chunky gaming laptops, the Razer Blade 14 stands out. It is, by far, the best thin and compact laptop we've tested. Now, you'd probably think that the Blade sacrifices some power to get it as portable as it is, but that couldn't be farther from the truth. This laptop is an absolute powerhouse, and not just for its size, but for any gaming laptop. During our testing period, it ran beautifully whether we were streaming via the cloud or playing demanding titles natively. It stayed relatively cool throughout gameplay, too.</p><p>Another big highlight of the Razer Blade 14 is the device's battery life. Gaming laptops are known to have extremely short battery lives, but the Blade is well above-average in that department. We got around four hours of heavy gameplay (non-cloud) before needing to recharge, which might not sound like a lot, but when most other gaming laptops are putting up numbers in the one- to two-hour range, it's a very welcome upgrade. When you do end up needing a charge, the device re-ups quickly and gets you right back in the game. </p><p>With the Blade 14, you'll also get access to the Razer Synapse app, which is a great tool for tailoring your experience with the machine. You can use it to further optimize your battery and component usage, which may get you some extra juice, as well as customization for RGB lighting, key mapping, and more. We also thought that the display was totally stunning.</p><p>Our gripes with the Razer Blade 14 come down to just two points. One might deter you from picking one up at all, and it's the cost. The build we tested — which was decked out with all the highest possible specs — comes in at a steep $2,699. While we absolutely loved this laptop, we hope the next iteration isn't so overkill on the sticker price. You can opt to go for the lower-level specs, but that'll come out to a total of $2,199. The other point, though much smaller, is the laptop's touchpad. It felt just a <em>little</em> too tough to press down, but you may not have the same issue.</p> </div> <div class="py-6 mx-2 border-t-2 border-gray-100"> <div class="flex justify-between items-center pr-2 cursor-pointer" @click="showGood=!showGood"> <h3 class="text-2xl font-bold cursor-pointer md:mt-0">The Good</h3> <div x-show="!showGood"><svg class="w-3 h-3 ml-1 mb-1 inline-block" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 384 512"> <path d="M342.6 233.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-192 192c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0s-12.5-32.8 0-45.3L274.7 256 105.4 86.6c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0l192 192z"/> </svg></div> <div x-show="showGood" style="display: none"><svg class="w-3 h-3 ml-1 mb-1 inline-block" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 512 512"> <path d="M233.4 406.6c12.5 12.5 32.8 12.5 45.3 0l192-192c12.5-12.5 12.5-32.8 0-45.3s-32.8-12.5-45.3 0L256 338.7 86.6 169.4c-12.5-12.5-32.8-12.5-45.3 0s-12.5 32.8 0 45.3l192 192z"/> </svg></div> </div> <ul class="mt-2 ml-8 list-disc" x-show="showGood" style="display: none"> <li class="py-0.5">Above-average battery life for a gaming laptop </li> <li class="py-0.5">Thin and compact without sacrificing power </li> <li class="py-0.5">Runs relatively cool and quiet </li> <li class="py-0.5">Charges quickly </li> <li class="py-0.5">Beautiful display</li> </ul> </div> <div class="py-6 mx-2 border-t-2 border-gray-100"> <div class="flex justify-between items-center pr-2 cursor-pointer" @click="showBad=!showBad"> <h3 class="text-2xl font-bold cursor-pointer md:mt-0">The Bad</h3> <div x-show="!showBad"><svg class="w-3 h-3 ml-1 mb-1 inline-block" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 384 512"> <path d="M342.6 233.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-192 192c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0s-12.5-32.8 0-45.3L274.7 256 105.4 86.6c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0l192 192z"/> </svg></div> <div x-show="showBad" style="display: none"><svg class="w-3 h-3 ml-1 mb-1 inline-block" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 512 512"> <path d="M233.4 406.6c12.5 12.5 32.8 12.5 45.3 0l192-192c12.5-12.5 12.5-32.8 0-45.3s-32.8-12.5-45.3 0L256 338.7 86.6 169.4c-12.5-12.5-32.8-12.5-45.3 0s-12.5 32.8 0 45.3l192 192z"/> </svg></div> </div> <ul class="mt-2 ml-8 list-disc" x-show="showBad" style="display: none"> <li class="py-0.5">Pricing feels a little too high </li> <li class="py-0.5">Touchpad click feels "off"</li> </ul> </div> <div class="py-6 mx-2 border-gray-100 border-y-2"> <div class="flex justify-between items-center pr-2 cursor-pointer" @click="showDetail=!showDetail"> <h3 class="text-2xl font-bold cursor-pointer md:mt-0">Details</h3> <div x-show="!showDetail"><svg class="w-3 h-3 ml-1 mb-1 inline-block" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 384 512"> <path d="M342.6 233.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-192 192c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0s-12.5-32.8 0-45.3L274.7 256 105.4 86.6c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0l192 192z"/> </svg></div> <div x-show="showDetail" style="display: none"><svg class="w-3 h-3 ml-1 mb-1 inline-block" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 512 512"> <path d="M233.4 406.6c12.5 12.5 32.8 12.5 45.3 0l192-192c12.5-12.5 12.5-32.8 0-45.3s-32.8-12.5-45.3 0L256 338.7 86.6 169.4c-12.5-12.5-32.8-12.5-45.3 0s-12.5 32.8 0 45.3l192 192z"/> </svg></div> </div> <ul class="mt-2 ml-8 list-disc" x-show="showDetail" style="display: none"> <li class="py-0.5"> CPU: AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS </li> <li class="py-0.5"> GPU: GeForce RTX 4070 </li> <li class="py-0.5"> RAM: 8GB </li> <li class="py-0.5"> Storage: 1TB SSD </li> <li class="py-0.5"> Display: 14-inch, 1600p </li> </ul> </div> <div class="py-8 mx-2"> <div class="flex justify-center py-4 text-sm font-bold">GET IT</div> <div class="justify-center md:flex md:space-x-8"> <div class=""> <a href="https://zdcs.link/ePjOA?pageview_type=Standard&template=roundup&module=roundup-product-card&element=roundup-product&item=buy-button&element_label=Go%20to%20Razer%20Blade%2014&object_type=roundup&object_uuid=07iXOXS8M55PKMaPfNhDFcp&short_url=ePjOA&u=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Froundup%2Fbest-gaming-laptops-2024&position=3" target="_blank" rel="sponsored" data-ga-action="buy-button" data-ga-item="buy-button" data-ga-label="$text" data-ga-element="offer" data-ga-module="roundup-overview" data-ga-click title="(opens in a new window)"> <div class="overflow-hidden px-2 mx-auto w-full font-sans text-base font-bold tracking-wide leading-6 text-center btn btn-secondary bg-secondary-300 text-ellipsis"> $2,699.99 Razer </div> </a> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div x-data="{showGood:false, showBad:false, showDetail:false}" id="product-04B6L8jUutDG67bJGwAOa38" data-ga-module="roundup-product-card" data-ga-element="roundup-product" class="font-sans !mt-12 px-6 border-2 border-gray-100"> <div class="w-14 h-2 md:ml-4 bg-secondary-200"></div> <div class="flex flex-wrap my-6 md:flex-nowrap md:mx-4"> <div class="w-full md:w-1/2"> <img class="object-scale-down max-h-full" src="https://helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/roundup-products/04B6L8jUutDG67bJGwAOa38/product-image.fit_lpad.size_672x378.v1723834290.png" alt="Acer Nitro V 15 laptop on a table" width="672" height="378" loading="lazy" > </div> <div class="flex flex-col justify-center mt-6 w-full md:pl-6 md:mt-0 md:w-2/3"> <div> <a id="product-18285" class="block text-2xl font-bold hover:underline text-secondary-300 visited:text-secondary-300" href="https://zdcs.link/OGJ42?pageview_type=Standard&template=roundup&module=roundup-product-card&element=roundup-product&item=offer-title&element_label=Acer%20Nitro%20V%2015&object_type=roundup&object_uuid=07iXOXS8M55PKMaPfNhDFcp&short_url=OGJ42&u=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Froundup%2Fbest-gaming-laptops-2024&position=4" target="_blank" rel="sponsored" data-ga-click data-ga-action="title" data-ga-item="offer-title" data-ga-label="$text" title="(opens in a new window)"> <h2> Acer Nitro V 15 </h2> </a> <h3 class="!text-sm font-bold uppercase md:text-base">Best budget pick</h3> </div> <div class="flex mt-6"> <div class="w-full whitespace-nowrap md:flex-none md:w-44 grow"> <div class=""> <a href="https://zdcs.link/OGJ42?pageview_type=Standard&template=roundup&module=roundup-product-card&element=roundup-product&item=buy-button&element_label=Go%20to%20Acer%20Nitro%20V%2015&object_type=roundup&object_uuid=07iXOXS8M55PKMaPfNhDFcp&short_url=OGJ42&u=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Froundup%2Fbest-gaming-laptops-2024&position=4" target="_blank" rel="sponsored" data-ga-action="buy-button" data-ga-item="buy-button" data-ga-label="$text" data-ga-element="roundup-product" data-ga-module="roundup-product-card" data-ga-click title="(opens in a new window)"> <div class="overflow-hidden px-2 mx-auto w-full font-sans text-base font-bold tracking-wide leading-6 text-center btn btn-secondary bg-secondary-300 text-ellipsis"> $999.99 Acer </div> </a> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="my-8 mx-2 font-serif text-lg leading-loose border-t-2 border-gray-100 md:text-xl md:leading-7 editor-content"> <p><a href="https://mashable.com/review/acer-nitro-5" target="_self" data-ga-click="1" data-ga-label="$text" data-ga-item="text-link" data-ga-module="content_body"><em>Read Mashable's full review of the Acer Nitro V 15</em></a><em>.</em></p><h3><strong>Who it's for:</strong></h3><p>There aren't many <a href="https://mashable.com/roundup/best-gaming-laptops-under-1000" target="_self" data-ga-click="1" data-ga-label="$text" data-ga-item="text-link" data-ga-module="content_body">gaming laptops under $1,000</a> that are actually worth buying, but the <a href="https://zdcs.link/OGJ42?pageview_type=Standard&template=roundup&module=content_body&element=offer&item=text-link&element_label=Acer%20Nitro%20V15&object_type=roundup&object_uuid=07iXOXS8M55PKMaPfNhDFcp&short_url=OGJ42&u=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Froundup%2Fbest-gaming-laptops-2024" rel="sponsored" target="_blank" data-ga-click="1" data-ga-label="$text" data-ga-item="text-link" data-ga-module="content_body" title="(opens in a new window)">Acer Nitro V15</a> (formerly known as the Acer Nitro 5) is one of our favorites in this price range. If you're looking to save some cash but still want a high-quality gaming laptop, this is the one you should check out.</p><h3><strong>Why we picked this:</strong></h3><p>The laptop's low price wouldn't mean anything if it wasn't also a rock-solid performer, which it totally is. In fact, it has a lot of the same inner components as a few of the more expensive options in this roundup, and it exceeded our expectations when running demanding games like <em>Cyberpunk 2077</em>. Mashable Tech Editor and reviewer Kimberly Gedeon praised the Nitro V 15's performance but also marked the laptop's thermals and quiet, balanced keyboards as highlights. We were also impressed with the device's wide variety of port options and enjoyed the overall design.</p><p>The Acer Nitro V 15 does come with some downsides, though. Most notably, the display doesn't get all that bright, which undercuts the laptop's great performance by hindering the visuals. It's also a bit of a fingerprint magnet, but a lot of laptops are these days. It runs pretty loud and the battery life isn't anything to write home about, but these cons are to be expected when picking up a budget-level device. All in all, the Acer Nitro V 15 is a fantastic choice for anyone who wants a high-performing laptop for under $1,000. </p> </div> <div class="py-6 mx-2 border-t-2 border-gray-100"> <div class="flex justify-between items-center pr-2 cursor-pointer" @click="showGood=!showGood"> <h3 class="text-2xl font-bold cursor-pointer md:mt-0">The Good</h3> <div x-show="!showGood"><svg class="w-3 h-3 ml-1 mb-1 inline-block" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 384 512"> <path d="M342.6 233.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-192 192c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0s-12.5-32.8 0-45.3L274.7 256 105.4 86.6c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0l192 192z"/> </svg></div> <div x-show="showGood" style="display: none"><svg class="w-3 h-3 ml-1 mb-1 inline-block" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 512 512"> <path d="M233.4 406.6c12.5 12.5 32.8 12.5 45.3 0l192-192c12.5-12.5 12.5-32.8 0-45.3s-32.8-12.5-45.3 0L256 338.7 86.6 169.4c-12.5-12.5-32.8-12.5-45.3 0s-12.5 32.8 0 45.3l192 192z"/> </svg></div> </div> <ul class="mt-2 ml-8 list-disc" x-show="showGood" style="display: none"> <li class="py-0.5">Great value for the price </li> <li class="py-0.5">Quiet keyboard </li> <li class="py-0.5">Impressive thermals</li> </ul> </div> <div class="py-6 mx-2 border-t-2 border-gray-100"> <div class="flex justify-between items-center pr-2 cursor-pointer" @click="showBad=!showBad"> <h3 class="text-2xl font-bold cursor-pointer md:mt-0">The Bad</h3> <div x-show="!showBad"><svg class="w-3 h-3 ml-1 mb-1 inline-block" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 384 512"> <path d="M342.6 233.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-192 192c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0s-12.5-32.8 0-45.3L274.7 256 105.4 86.6c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0l192 192z"/> </svg></div> <div x-show="showBad" style="display: none"><svg class="w-3 h-3 ml-1 mb-1 inline-block" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 512 512"> <path d="M233.4 406.6c12.5 12.5 32.8 12.5 45.3 0l192-192c12.5-12.5 12.5-32.8 0-45.3s-32.8-12.5-45.3 0L256 338.7 86.6 169.4c-12.5-12.5-32.8-12.5-45.3 0s-12.5 32.8 0 45.3l192 192z"/> </svg></div> </div> <ul class="mt-2 ml-8 list-disc" x-show="showBad" style="display: none"> <li class="py-0.5">Display isn't bright enough</li> </ul> </div> <div class="py-6 mx-2 border-gray-100 border-y-2"> <div class="flex justify-between items-center pr-2 cursor-pointer" @click="showDetail=!showDetail"> <h3 class="text-2xl font-bold cursor-pointer md:mt-0">Details</h3> <div x-show="!showDetail"><svg class="w-3 h-3 ml-1 mb-1 inline-block" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 384 512"> <path d="M342.6 233.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-192 192c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0s-12.5-32.8 0-45.3L274.7 256 105.4 86.6c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0l192 192z"/> </svg></div> <div x-show="showDetail" style="display: none"><svg class="w-3 h-3 ml-1 mb-1 inline-block" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 512 512"> <path d="M233.4 406.6c12.5 12.5 32.8 12.5 45.3 0l192-192c12.5-12.5 12.5-32.8 0-45.3s-32.8-12.5-45.3 0L256 338.7 86.6 169.4c-12.5-12.5-32.8-12.5-45.3 0s-12.5 32.8 0 45.3l192 192z"/> </svg></div> </div> <ul class="mt-2 ml-8 list-disc" x-show="showDetail" style="display: none"> <li class="py-0.5"> CPU: Intel Core i7-13620H </li> <li class="py-0.5"> GPU: Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050 </li> <li class="py-0.5"> RAM: 16GB </li> <li class="py-0.5"> Storage: 1TB SSD </li> <li class="py-0.5"> Display: 15.6-inches, 1080p </li> </ul> </div> <div class="py-8 mx-2"> <div class="flex justify-center py-4 text-sm font-bold">GET IT</div> <div class="justify-center md:flex md:space-x-8"> <div class=""> <a href="https://zdcs.link/OGJ42?pageview_type=Standard&template=roundup&module=roundup-product-card&element=roundup-product&item=buy-button&element_label=Go%20to%20Acer%20Nitro%20V%2015&object_type=roundup&object_uuid=07iXOXS8M55PKMaPfNhDFcp&short_url=OGJ42&u=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Froundup%2Fbest-gaming-laptops-2024&position=4" target="_blank" rel="sponsored" data-ga-action="buy-button" data-ga-item="buy-button" data-ga-label="$text" data-ga-element="offer" data-ga-module="roundup-overview" data-ga-click title="(opens in a new window)"> <div class="overflow-hidden px-2 mx-auto w-full font-sans text-base font-bold tracking-wide leading-6 text-center btn btn-secondary bg-secondary-300 text-ellipsis"> $999.99 Acer </div> </a> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="related-stories" data-ga-impression data-ga-module="related_stories" data-ga-element="related_stories_link" data-ga-item="title"> <div class="flex flex-row items-center"> <hr> <div class="px-4 mx-auto mt-0 w-full max-w-3xl font-sans text-2xl font-bold tracking-normal leading-normal text-center whitespace-nowrap shrink">Related Stories</div> <hr> </div> <ul> <li><a href="/roundup/best-laptops-under-500-2024" data-ga-click data-ga-label="$text" data-ga-action="related_stories" data-ga-position="1">The best laptops under $500 are getting even cheaper for Black Friday 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id="product-07Dpto9AD9ybSDGtg9ZDlNo" data-ga-module="roundup-product-card" data-ga-element="roundup-product" class="font-sans !mt-12 px-6 border-2 border-gray-100"> <div class="w-14 h-2 md:ml-4 bg-secondary-200"></div> <div class="flex flex-wrap my-6 md:flex-nowrap md:mx-4"> <div class="w-full md:w-1/2"> <img class="object-scale-down max-h-full" src="https://helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/roundup-products/07Dpto9AD9ybSDGtg9ZDlNo/product-image.fit_lpad.size_672x378.v1723834515.png" alt="MSI Cyborg 15 with cyberpunk on screen" width="672" height="378" loading="lazy" > </div> <div class="flex flex-col justify-center mt-6 w-full md:pl-6 md:mt-0 md:w-2/3"> <div> <a id="product-18286" class="block text-2xl font-bold hover:underline text-secondary-300 visited:text-secondary-300" href="https://zdcs.link/NMLJd?pageview_type=Standard&template=roundup&module=roundup-product-card&element=roundup-product&item=offer-title&element_label=MSI%20Cyborg%2015&object_type=roundup&object_uuid=07iXOXS8M55PKMaPfNhDFcp&short_url=NMLJd&u=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Froundup%2Fbest-gaming-laptops-2024&position=5" target="_blank" rel="sponsored" data-ga-click data-ga-action="title" data-ga-item="offer-title" data-ga-label="$text" title="(opens in a new window)"> <h2> MSI Cyborg 15 </h2> </a> <h3 class="!text-sm font-bold uppercase md:text-base">Best for port variety</h3> </div> <div class="flex mt-6"> <div class="w-full whitespace-nowrap md:flex-none md:w-44 grow"> <div class=""> <a href="https://zdcs.link/NMLJd?pageview_type=Standard&template=roundup&module=roundup-product-card&element=roundup-product&item=buy-button&element_label=Go%20to%20MSI%20Cyborg%2015&object_type=roundup&object_uuid=07iXOXS8M55PKMaPfNhDFcp&short_url=NMLJd&u=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Froundup%2Fbest-gaming-laptops-2024&position=5" target="_blank" rel="sponsored" data-ga-action="buy-button" data-ga-item="buy-button" data-ga-label="$text" data-ga-element="roundup-product" data-ga-module="roundup-product-card" data-ga-click title="(opens in a new window)"> <div class="overflow-hidden px-2 mx-auto w-full font-sans text-base font-bold tracking-wide leading-6 text-center btn btn-secondary bg-secondary-300 text-ellipsis"> $1,559 Amazon </div> </a> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="my-8 mx-2 font-serif text-lg leading-loose border-t-2 border-gray-100 md:text-xl md:leading-7 editor-content"> <p><a href="https://mashable.com/review/msi-cyborg-15-gaming-laptop-review" target="_self" data-ga-click="1" data-ga-label="$text" data-ga-item="text-link" data-ga-module="content_body"><em>Read Mashable's full review of the MSI Cyborg 15</em></a><em>.</em></p><h3><strong>Who it's for:</strong></h3><p>The <a href="https://zdcs.link/Py0Go?pageview_type=Standard&template=roundup&module=content_body&element=offer&item=text-link&element_label=MSI%20Cyborg%2015&object_type=roundup&object_uuid=07iXOXS8M55PKMaPfNhDFcp&short_url=Py0Go&u=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Froundup%2Fbest-gaming-laptops-2024" rel="sponsored" target="_blank" data-ga-click="1" data-ga-label="$text" data-ga-item="text-link" data-ga-module="content_body" title="(opens in a new window)">MSI Cyborg 15</a> is a great gaming laptop for those who fall in the middle of the road when it comes to budget. Meaning, you don't want to get the <a href="https://mashable.com/roundup/best-cheap-laptops" target="_self" data-ga-click="1" data-ga-label="$text" data-ga-item="text-link" data-ga-module="content_body">cheapest laptop</a> possible, but you don't necessarily want to shell out for the priciest one, either.</p><h3><strong>Why we picked this:</strong></h3><p>Mashable Tech Editor Kimberly Gedeon reviewed the MSI Cyborg 15, scoring it a 4.2 out of 5. Highlights from her hands-on review include the device's surprising performance for the price, variety of ports, cooling ability, and halfway decent keyboard. While most gaming laptops at this price point will struggle with ultra-demanding games like <em>Cyberpunk 2077</em> and <em>Red Dead Redemption 2</em>, the Cyborg 15 had little issue. </p><p>"I’ve seen machines buckle under the great stress <em>Cyberpunk 2077 </em>puts them through," wrote Gedeon in her review of the machine. But after running a few benchmark tests, she came to the conclusion that the MSI Cyborg 15 can "handle some complex graphics rendering, particularly if you toggle on the right settings." That's great news for those who want to run processor-heavy games without having to stream via cloud, and also don't want to spend over $2,000. </p><p>Gedeon encountered two snags in the review process: the laptop's display and speakers. The display's max brightness was simply too low, which is a bummer for those who want to see their games in full, vivid color. The speakers' max volume was also a bit too low, but if you're playing with a <a href="https://mashable.com/roundup/best-gaming-headsets" target="_self" data-ga-click="1" data-ga-label="$text" data-ga-item="text-link" data-ga-module="content_body">gaming headset</a>, you shouldn't have any issues.</p><p>Ultimately, if you're OK with not shopping from the top shelf, the MSI Cyborg 15 is a more than solid choice. As Gedeon put it, "If you’re a practical gamer who wants bare bones specs – acceptable frame rates, a 1080p display, and a comfortable keyboard – the MSI Cyborg 15 is ideal. Plus, you get it all for a great price."</p> </div> <div class="py-6 mx-2 border-t-2 border-gray-100"> <div class="flex justify-between items-center pr-2 cursor-pointer" @click="showGood=!showGood"> <h3 class="text-2xl font-bold cursor-pointer md:mt-0">The Good</h3> <div x-show="!showGood"><svg class="w-3 h-3 ml-1 mb-1 inline-block" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 384 512"> <path d="M342.6 233.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-192 192c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0s-12.5-32.8 0-45.3L274.7 256 105.4 86.6c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0l192 192z"/> </svg></div> <div x-show="showGood" style="display: none"><svg class="w-3 h-3 ml-1 mb-1 inline-block" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 512 512"> <path d="M233.4 406.6c12.5 12.5 32.8 12.5 45.3 0l192-192c12.5-12.5 12.5-32.8 0-45.3s-32.8-12.5-45.3 0L256 338.7 86.6 169.4c-12.5-12.5-32.8-12.5-45.3 0s-12.5 32.8 0 45.3l192 192z"/> </svg></div> </div> <ul class="mt-2 ml-8 list-disc" x-show="showGood" style="display: none"> <li class="py-0.5">Great performance for the price </li> <li class="py-0.5">Decent thermals </li> <li class="py-0.5">Good port variety</li> </ul> </div> <div class="py-6 mx-2 border-t-2 border-gray-100"> <div class="flex justify-between items-center pr-2 cursor-pointer" @click="showBad=!showBad"> <h3 class="text-2xl font-bold cursor-pointer md:mt-0">The Bad</h3> <div x-show="!showBad"><svg class="w-3 h-3 ml-1 mb-1 inline-block" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 384 512"> <path d="M342.6 233.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-192 192c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0s-12.5-32.8 0-45.3L274.7 256 105.4 86.6c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0l192 192z"/> </svg></div> <div x-show="showBad" style="display: none"><svg class="w-3 h-3 ml-1 mb-1 inline-block" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 512 512"> <path d="M233.4 406.6c12.5 12.5 32.8 12.5 45.3 0l192-192c12.5-12.5 12.5-32.8 0-45.3s-32.8-12.5-45.3 0L256 338.7 86.6 169.4c-12.5-12.5-32.8-12.5-45.3 0s-12.5 32.8 0 45.3l192 192z"/> </svg></div> </div> <ul class="mt-2 ml-8 list-disc" x-show="showBad" style="display: none"> <li class="py-0.5">Display should be brighter </li> <li class="py-0.5">Speakers are too quiet</li> </ul> </div> <div class="py-6 mx-2 border-gray-100 border-y-2"> <div class="flex justify-between items-center pr-2 cursor-pointer" @click="showDetail=!showDetail"> <h3 class="text-2xl font-bold cursor-pointer md:mt-0">Details</h3> <div x-show="!showDetail"><svg class="w-3 h-3 ml-1 mb-1 inline-block" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 384 512"> <path d="M342.6 233.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-192 192c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0s-12.5-32.8 0-45.3L274.7 256 105.4 86.6c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0l192 192z"/> </svg></div> <div x-show="showDetail" style="display: none"><svg class="w-3 h-3 ml-1 mb-1 inline-block" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 512 512"> <path d="M233.4 406.6c12.5 12.5 32.8 12.5 45.3 0l192-192c12.5-12.5 12.5-32.8 0-45.3s-32.8-12.5-45.3 0L256 338.7 86.6 169.4c-12.5-12.5-32.8-12.5-45.3 0s-12.5 32.8 0 45.3l192 192z"/> </svg></div> </div> <ul class="mt-2 ml-8 list-disc" x-show="showDetail" style="display: none"> <li class="py-0.5"> CPU: Intel Core i7-13620H </li> <li class="py-0.5"> GPU: Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050 </li> <li class="py-0.5"> RAM: 16GB </li> <li class="py-0.5"> Storage: 2TB SSD </li> <li class="py-0.5"> Display: 15.6 inches, 1080p </li> </ul> </div> <div class="py-8 mx-2"> <div class="flex justify-center py-4 text-sm font-bold">GET IT</div> <div class="justify-center md:flex md:space-x-8"> <div class=""> <a href="https://zdcs.link/NMLJd?pageview_type=Standard&template=roundup&module=roundup-product-card&element=roundup-product&item=buy-button&element_label=Go%20to%20MSI%20Cyborg%2015&object_type=roundup&object_uuid=07iXOXS8M55PKMaPfNhDFcp&short_url=NMLJd&u=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Froundup%2Fbest-gaming-laptops-2024&position=5" target="_blank" rel="sponsored" data-ga-action="buy-button" data-ga-item="buy-button" data-ga-label="$text" data-ga-element="offer" data-ga-module="roundup-overview" data-ga-click title="(opens in a new window)"> <div class="overflow-hidden px-2 mx-auto w-full font-sans text-base font-bold tracking-wide leading-6 text-center btn btn-secondary bg-secondary-300 text-ellipsis"> $1,559 Amazon </div> </a> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div x-data="{showGood:false, showBad:false, showDetail:false}" id="product-07qRZoffGYcDSFLJDpsfJeF" data-ga-module="roundup-product-card" data-ga-element="roundup-product" class="font-sans !mt-12 px-6 border-2 border-gray-100"> <div class="w-14 h-2 md:ml-4 bg-secondary-200"></div> <div class="flex flex-wrap my-6 md:flex-nowrap md:mx-4"> <div class="w-full md:w-1/2"> <img class="object-scale-down max-h-full" src="https://helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/roundup-products/07qRZoffGYcDSFLJDpsfJeF/product-image.fit_lpad.size_672x378.v1723835686.jpg" alt="Acer Chromebook 516 GE" width="672" height="378" loading="lazy" > </div> <div class="flex flex-col justify-center mt-6 w-full md:pl-6 md:mt-0 md:w-2/3"> <div> <a id="product-18287" class="block text-2xl font-bold hover:underline text-secondary-300 visited:text-secondary-300" href="https://zdcs.link/drG5j?pageview_type=Standard&template=roundup&module=roundup-product-card&element=roundup-product&item=offer-title&element_label=Acer%20Chromebook%20516%20GE&object_type=roundup&object_uuid=07iXOXS8M55PKMaPfNhDFcp&short_url=drG5j&u=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Froundup%2Fbest-gaming-laptops-2024&position=6" target="_blank" rel="sponsored" data-ga-click data-ga-action="title" data-ga-item="offer-title" data-ga-label="$text" title="(opens in a new window)"> <h2> Acer Chromebook 516 GE </h2> </a> <h3 class="!text-sm font-bold uppercase md:text-base">Best for cloud gaming</h3> </div> <div class="flex mt-6"> <div class="w-full whitespace-nowrap md:flex-none md:w-44 grow"> <div class=""> <a href="https://zdcs.link/drG5j?pageview_type=Standard&template=roundup&module=roundup-product-card&element=roundup-product&item=buy-button&element_label=Go%20to%20Acer%20Chromebook%20516%20GE&object_type=roundup&object_uuid=07iXOXS8M55PKMaPfNhDFcp&short_url=drG5j&u=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Froundup%2Fbest-gaming-laptops-2024&position=6" target="_blank" rel="sponsored" data-ga-action="buy-button" data-ga-item="buy-button" data-ga-label="$text" data-ga-element="roundup-product" data-ga-module="roundup-product-card" data-ga-click title="(opens in a new window)"> <div class="overflow-hidden px-2 mx-auto w-full font-sans text-base font-bold tracking-wide leading-6 text-center btn btn-secondary bg-secondary-300 text-ellipsis"> $649 Best Buy </div> </a> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="my-8 mx-2 font-serif text-lg leading-loose border-t-2 border-gray-100 md:text-xl md:leading-7 editor-content"> <h3><strong>Who it's for:</strong></h3><p>The budget <a href="https://zdcs.link/drG5j?pageview_type=Standard&template=roundup&module=content_body&element=offer&item=text-link&element_label=Acer%20Chromebook%20516%20GE&object_type=roundup&object_uuid=07iXOXS8M55PKMaPfNhDFcp&short_url=drG5j&u=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Froundup%2Fbest-gaming-laptops-2024" rel="sponsored" target="_blank" data-ga-click="1" data-ga-label="$text" data-ga-item="text-link" data-ga-module="content_body" title="(opens in a new window)">Acer Chromebook 516 GE</a> promises its users a fantastic cloud-based PC gaming experience, and in our testing, it definitely delivers. At this price point, great gaming laptops are hard to come by, but the Chromebook 516 GE breaks that mold by offering top-notch performance during gaming and general use, a beautiful display, killer perks, and more for just $649 (we've already seen them go on sale for only $499). If you're looking for the intersection of quality and value, you'll find it here.</p><h3><strong>Why we picked this:</strong></h3><p>If you're not familiar with cloud gaming yet, it's the equivalent of watching content through an app like <a href="https://mashable.com/roundup/best-streaming-services" target="_self" data-ga-click="1" data-ga-label="$text" data-ga-item="text-link" data-ga-module="content_body">Netflix</a>: You'll be streaming games rather than downloading them or owning a physical copy. That means no load times to start playing, no downloads, and no updates. Sometimes, this can result in poor game quality and super choppy performance, but this laptop doesn't have those problems. We used Xbox Game Pass as our cloud platform of choice during testing, and we had an overall great experience (we also used an <a href="https://zdcs.link/5O8G8?pageview_type=Standard&template=roundup&module=content_body&element=offer&item=text-link&element_label=Xbox%20Elite%20Series%202%20controller&object_type=roundup&object_uuid=07iXOXS8M55PKMaPfNhDFcp&short_url=5O8G8&u=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Froundup%2Fbest-gaming-laptops-2024" rel="sponsored" target="_blank" data-ga-click="1" data-ga-label="$text" data-ga-item="text-link" data-ga-module="content_body" title="(opens in a new window)">Xbox Elite Series 2 controller</a>, which connected easily). </p><p>We played single-player games like <a href="https://mashable.com/article/yakuza-like-a-dragon-himbo" target="_self" data-ga-click="1" data-ga-label="$text" data-ga-item="text-link" data-ga-module="content_body"><em>Yakuza: Like a Dragon</em></a>, <em>Rollerdrome</em>, and <a href="https://mashable.com/article/cyberpunk-2077-review" target="_self" data-ga-click="1" data-ga-label="$text" data-ga-item="text-link" data-ga-module="content_body"><em>Cyberpunk 2077</em></a><em>,</em> as well as online multiplayer games like <a href="https://mashable.com/article/sea-of-thieves-review" target="_self" data-ga-click="1" data-ga-label="$text" data-ga-item="text-link" data-ga-module="content_body"><em>Sea of Thieves</em></a>, <a href="https://mashable.com/article/mortal-kombat-11-hands-on-interview" target="_self" data-ga-click="1" data-ga-label="$text" data-ga-item="text-link" data-ga-module="content_body"><em>Mortal Kombat 11</em></a>, and <em>Fortnite</em> — all of which require fast and responsive performance to play as intended. We're happy to report that every game we booted up ran swimmingly, save for a slight loss in fidelity (which is extremely common with cloud gaming). We also experienced zero input lag or stuttering, an impressive feat.</p><p>Luckily, you won't be beholden to Game Pass. Along with your purchase, you can redeem three free months of <a href="https://zdcs.link/3wEjm?pageview_type=Standard&template=roundup&module=content_body&element=offer&item=text-link&element_label=NVIDIA%20GeForce%20Now&object_type=roundup&object_uuid=07iXOXS8M55PKMaPfNhDFcp&short_url=3wEjm&u=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Froundup%2Fbest-gaming-laptops-2024" rel="sponsored" target="_blank" data-ga-click="1" data-ga-label="$text" data-ga-item="text-link" data-ga-module="content_body" title="(opens in a new window)">NVIDIA GeForce Now</a> at the Priority level, which grants you access to NVIDIA's high-end cloud servers with enhanced resolution and frame rate. You get other perks, too, including three months of YouTube Premium, a year's worth of Google One cloud storage, and a month of access to <a href="https://zdcs.link/lrReO?pageview_type=Standard&template=roundup&module=content_body&element=offer&item=text-link&element_label=Boosteroid&object_type=roundup&object_uuid=07iXOXS8M55PKMaPfNhDFcp&short_url=lrReO&u=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Froundup%2Fbest-gaming-laptops-2024" rel="sponsored" target="_blank" data-ga-click="1" data-ga-label="$text" data-ga-item="text-link" data-ga-module="content_body" title="(opens in a new window)">Boosteroid</a>. Like we said, the value for your money here is stellar.</p><p>Aside from the gaming-centric features, the Acer Chromebook 516GE is also a really solid laptop in general. The build quality feels durable and sturdy like a gaming laptop should, and it features a nice RGB keyboard with anti-ghosting tech that's incredible to type on. You'll also get a bevy of ports, including USB-C, HDMI, and Ethernet. The real showstopper is the laptop's display — the 16-inch, 1600p screen looks fantastic and boasts clear, bright, and vibrant colors. It also supports a 120Hz refresh rate, which is amazing for a budget gaming laptop. The only knock we have against the device is the battery life. It clocked in at around six hours of heavy gaming for us, so you'll probably want to plug it in during marathon gaming sessions.</p> </div> <div class="py-6 mx-2 border-t-2 border-gray-100"> <div class="flex justify-between items-center pr-2 cursor-pointer" @click="showGood=!showGood"> <h3 class="text-2xl font-bold cursor-pointer md:mt-0">The Good</h3> <div x-show="!showGood"><svg class="w-3 h-3 ml-1 mb-1 inline-block" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 384 512"> <path d="M342.6 233.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-192 192c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0s-12.5-32.8 0-45.3L274.7 256 105.4 86.6c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0l192 192z"/> </svg></div> <div x-show="showGood" style="display: none"><svg class="w-3 h-3 ml-1 mb-1 inline-block" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 512 512"> <path d="M233.4 406.6c12.5 12.5 32.8 12.5 45.3 0l192-192c12.5-12.5 12.5-32.8 0-45.3s-32.8-12.5-45.3 0L256 338.7 86.6 169.4c-12.5-12.5-32.8-12.5-45.3 0s-12.5 32.8 0 45.3l192 192z"/> </svg></div> </div> <ul class="mt-2 ml-8 list-disc" x-show="showGood" style="display: none"> <li class="py-0.5">Great performance during cloud gaming and general use </li> <li class="py-0.5">Build quality is impressive for a budget laptop </li> <li class="py-0.5">Chromebook perks like NVIDIA GeForce Now and YouTube Premium </li> <li class="py-0.5">Gorgeous display with a 120Hz refresh rate </li> <li class="py-0.5">Nice selection of ports </li> <li class="py-0.5">RGB keyboard feels great and features anti-ghosting tech</li> </ul> </div> <div class="py-6 mx-2 border-t-2 border-gray-100"> <div class="flex justify-between items-center pr-2 cursor-pointer" @click="showBad=!showBad"> <h3 class="text-2xl font-bold cursor-pointer md:mt-0">The Bad</h3> <div x-show="!showBad"><svg class="w-3 h-3 ml-1 mb-1 inline-block" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 384 512"> <path d="M342.6 233.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-192 192c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0s-12.5-32.8 0-45.3L274.7 256 105.4 86.6c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0l192 192z"/> </svg></div> <div x-show="showBad" style="display: none"><svg class="w-3 h-3 ml-1 mb-1 inline-block" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 512 512"> <path d="M233.4 406.6c12.5 12.5 32.8 12.5 45.3 0l192-192c12.5-12.5 12.5-32.8 0-45.3s-32.8-12.5-45.3 0L256 338.7 86.6 169.4c-12.5-12.5-32.8-12.5-45.3 0s-12.5 32.8 0 45.3l192 192z"/> </svg></div> </div> <ul class="mt-2 ml-8 list-disc" x-show="showBad" style="display: none"> <li class="py-0.5">Battery life is just OK </li> <li class="py-0.5">Some fidelity loss during gameplay, but this is common for cloud gaming</li> </ul> </div> <div class="py-6 mx-2 border-gray-100 border-y-2"> <div class="flex justify-between items-center pr-2 cursor-pointer" @click="showDetail=!showDetail"> <h3 class="text-2xl font-bold cursor-pointer md:mt-0">Details</h3> <div x-show="!showDetail"><svg class="w-3 h-3 ml-1 mb-1 inline-block" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 384 512"> <path d="M342.6 233.4c12.5 12.5 12.5 32.8 0 45.3l-192 192c-12.5 12.5-32.8 12.5-45.3 0s-12.5-32.8 0-45.3L274.7 256 105.4 86.6c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.8 0-45.3s32.8-12.5 45.3 0l192 192z"/> </svg></div> <div x-show="showDetail" style="display: none"><svg class="w-3 h-3 ml-1 mb-1 inline-block" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 512 512"> <path d="M233.4 406.6c12.5 12.5 32.8 12.5 45.3 0l192-192c12.5-12.5 12.5-32.8 0-45.3s-32.8-12.5-45.3 0L256 338.7 86.6 169.4c-12.5-12.5-32.8-12.5-45.3 0s-12.5 32.8 0 45.3l192 192z"/> </svg></div> </div> <ul class="mt-2 ml-8 list-disc" x-show="showDetail" style="display: none"> <li class="py-0.5"> CPU: Intel Core i5-1240P </li> <li class="py-0.5"> GPU: Intel Iris Xe Graphics </li> <li class="py-0.5"> RAM: 8GB </li> <li class="py-0.5"> Storage: 256GB SSD </li> <li class="py-0.5"> Display: 16 inches, 1600p </li> </ul> </div> <div class="py-8 mx-2"> <div class="flex justify-center py-4 text-sm font-bold">GET IT</div> <div class="justify-center md:flex md:space-x-8"> <div class=""> <a href="https://zdcs.link/drG5j?pageview_type=Standard&template=roundup&module=roundup-product-card&element=roundup-product&item=buy-button&element_label=Go%20to%20Acer%20Chromebook%20516%20GE&object_type=roundup&object_uuid=07iXOXS8M55PKMaPfNhDFcp&short_url=drG5j&u=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Froundup%2Fbest-gaming-laptops-2024&position=6" target="_blank" rel="sponsored" data-ga-action="buy-button" data-ga-item="buy-button" data-ga-label="$text" data-ga-element="offer" data-ga-module="roundup-overview" data-ga-click title="(opens in a new window)"> <div class="overflow-hidden px-2 mx-auto w-full font-sans text-base font-bold tracking-wide leading-6 text-center btn btn-secondary bg-secondary-300 text-ellipsis"> $649 Best Buy </div> </a> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <section class='mx-auto max-w-3xl'> <div class="flex flex-wrap mt-8 w-full font-sans subtitle-2 editor-content"> <p> <span class="mr-1.5 font-sans font-bold">Topics</span> <a class="underline-link hover:no-underline text-secondary-300 mr-1.5" href="https://mashable.com/category/gaming" aria-label="Navigate to the Gaming tag" data-ga-click data-ga-label="$text">Gaming</a> <a class="underline-link hover:no-underline text-secondary-300 " href="https://mashable.com/category/prime-day" aria-label="Navigate to the Prime Day tag" data-ga-click data-ga-label="$text">Prime Day</a> </p> </div> </section> <div id="how-we-tested" class='mx-auto max-w-3xl'> <div class="px-6 pt-1 pb-9 mt-12 mb-12 border-l-8 md:mb-2 methodology editor-content bg-warmgray-100 border-secondary-100"> <div class="flex pt-8 space-x-2" data-ga-impression data-ga-category="methodology" data-ga-module="methodology_section" data-ga-label="Best gaming laptops 2024: Grab these on Prime Day"> <svg class="inline-block w-6 h-6 align-middle fill-current"><use href="/images/icons/spritemap.svg#sprite-clipboard-check-light"></use></svg> <span class="text-lg font-bold leading-6">How we tested</span> </div> <p>Mashable staff subjected all of the laptops on this list to rigorous hands-on testing, which involved inspecting their build quality and using them for a variety of real-world tasks for several weeks at a time. This included working in different kinds of documents, checking emails, watching videos, taking photos on their webcams, participating in video calls, listening to music (via Spotify), playing games (if possible), and experimenting with any unique software features or use cases they claimed to support.</p><p>Additionally, all of the laptops featured here were made to run industry-standard benchmark software. We run these benchmarks because they replicate real-world tasks to produce scores we can use to easily compare different laptops' performance. We recently started implementing these benchmarks in our testing, and you can expect to see them in all of our new laptop <a href="https://mashable.com/review" target="_self" data-ga-click="1" data-ga-label="$text" data-ga-item="text-link" data-ga-module="content_body">reviews</a> going forward.</p><h3><strong>Performance benchmarks</strong></h3><p>We evaluate gaming laptops' overall performance by having them run the Windows version of <strong>Primate Labs' <a href="https://www.geekbench.com/download/" target="_blank" data-ga-click="1" data-ga-label="$text" data-ga-item="text-link" data-ga-module="content_body" title="(opens in a new window)">Geekbench 6</a></strong>, which measures processor performance in a handful of common tasks. We record each of their multi-core scores in our reviews — the higher the score, the better.</p><p>To get a sense of gaming laptops' graphical prowess, we also <strong>play <em>Cyberpunk 2077</em> </strong>on them. We picked this game because it's a graphically intense <a href="https://www.pcmag.com/encyclopedia/term/aaa-game" target="_blank" data-ga-click="1" data-ga-label="$text" data-ga-item="text-link" data-ga-module="content_body" title="(opens in a new window)">AAA title</a> that pushes many systems to their performance limits. If the laptop has a discrete/dedicated NVIDIA GeForce RTX graphics card (as opposed to an integrated GPU that's built into the CPU), we play <em>Cyberpunk</em> once with its <a href="https://www.nvidia.com/en-us/geforce/technologies/dlss/" target="_blank" data-ga-click="1" data-ga-label="$text" data-ga-item="text-link" data-ga-module="content_body" title="(opens in a new window)">DLSS</a> tech off and again with DLSS on using the High preset without ray tracing. This tests the machine's raw GPU power and its performance with AI upscaling, respectively.</p><p>We follow this up with <strong>3DMark's Time Spy</strong> benchmark for gaming PCs and record their scores. Again, higher is better.</p><h3><strong>Battery life benchmarks</strong></h3><p>We look to see about nine to ten hours of battery life in the standard laptops we review, with 12-plus hours being ideal. Gaming laptops are a different story: They only need to last at least two hours per charge to get our approval, earning extra brownie points for reaching the four-hour mark. Meanwhile, eight hours is our baseline for Chromebooks, but nine to ten hours is best.</p><p>We've assessed laptops' stamina a couple different ways in the past. To standardize our battery life testing methodology, we conduct a video rundown test on MacBook and Windows laptops that involves playing a looped 1080p version of <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=41hv2tW5Lc4" target="_blank" data-ga-click="1" data-ga-label="$text" data-ga-item="text-link" data-ga-module="content_body" title="(opens in a new window)"><em>Tears of Steel</em></a>, a short open-source Blender movie, at 50 percent brightness. For gaming laptops we use PCMark 10's battery life test, and CrXPRT 2's test for Chromebooks.</p><p>In order to standardize our battery life testing methodology, we will only be using the <em>Tears of Steel</em> rundown on all standard laptops going forward. We'll stick with PCMark 10's battery life test for gaming laptops.</p><h3><strong>Final thoughts</strong></h3><p>After evaluating a laptop's hands-on performance and benchmark testing results, we make our final recommendations based on whether we think they offer a good overall value for the money. A too-expensive laptop will sometimes get a pass if we think it looks and works so great that it's worth the trouble of finding it on sale.</p><p>It bears mentioning that these aren't the only <a href="https://mashable.com/category/laptops" target="_self" data-ga-click="1" data-ga-label="$text" data-ga-item="text-link" data-ga-module="content_body">laptops</a> we've tried — we're constantly testing and assessing new models across different categories, and many don't make the final cut. With that in mind, you can expect this guide to evolve on a pretty continuous basis. We're always on the lookout for new contenders.</p> </div> </div> <section class="mx-auto mt-12 max-w-3xl"> <h2 id="frequently-asked-questions" class="text-3xl font-bold">Frequently Asked Questions</h2> <div class="mb-12 md:mb-16"> <div x-data="{drawerOpen: true}" class="pt-4"> <hr class="w-full border border-gray-100"> <button @click="drawerOpen = !drawerOpen" class="flex mt-4 w-full"> <h3 class="text-xl font-bold text-left grow"><strong>Should I buy a gaming laptop during Prime Day?</strong></h3> <div> <svg x-show="drawerOpen" class="inline-block w-6 h-6"><use href="/images/icons/spritemap.svg#sprite-chevron-down"></use></svg> <svg x-show="!drawerOpen" class="inline-block w-6 h-6"><use href="/images/icons/spritemap.svg#sprite-chevron-right"></use></svg> </div> </button> <div x-show="drawerOpen" class="font-serif editor-content"><p><a href="https://mashable.com/category/prime-day" target="_self" data-ga-click="1" data-ga-label="$text" data-ga-item="text-link" data-ga-module="content_body">Prime Day</a> is probably one of the best times to buy a gaming laptop (besides <a href="https://mashable.com/category/black-friday" target="_self" data-ga-click="1" data-ga-label="$text" data-ga-item="text-link" data-ga-module="content_body">Black Friday</a>), because a lot of popular models tend to go on sale during that time. Many of the big brand names like Razer, Acer, Asus, and others usually participate in the big sale events, so be sure to keep an eye out for those. </p><p>Luckily, another Amazon Prime event is just around the corner. On Oct. 8, <a href="https://mashable.com/article/october-prime-day-everything-you-need-to-know-2024" target="_self" data-ga-click="1" data-ga-label="$text" data-ga-item="text-link" data-ga-module="content_body">Prime Big Deal Days</a> will kick off and run for 48 hours, so be ready to scoop up a sweet deal on a brand-new gaming machine. </p></div> </div> <div x-data="{drawerOpen: false}" class="pt-4"> <hr class="w-full border border-gray-100"> <button @click="drawerOpen = !drawerOpen" class="flex mt-4 w-full"> <h3 class="text-xl font-bold text-left grow"><strong>What is the best gaming laptop in 2024?</strong></h3> <div> <svg x-show="drawerOpen" class="inline-block w-6 h-6"><use href="/images/icons/spritemap.svg#sprite-chevron-down"></use></svg> <svg x-show="!drawerOpen" class="inline-block w-6 h-6"><use href="/images/icons/spritemap.svg#sprite-chevron-right"></use></svg> </div> </button> <div x-show="drawerOpen" class="font-serif editor-content"><p>For our money, we believe the <a href="https://zdcs.link/6XJ2R?pageview_type=Standard&amp%3Bamp%3Bamp%3Btemplate=roundup&amp%3Bamp%3Bamp%3Bmodule=content_body&amp%3Bamp%3Bamp%3Belement=offer&amp%3Bamp%3Bamp%3Bitem=text-link&amp%3Bamp%3Bamp%3Belement_label=Asus%20ROG%20Zephyrus%20G14&amp%3Bamp%3Bamp%3Bobject_type=roundup&amp%3Bamp%3Bamp%3Bobject_uuid=07iXOXS8M55PKMaPfNhDFcp&amp%3Bamp%3Bamp%3Bshort_url=6XJ2R&amp%3Bamp%3Bamp%3Bu=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Froundup%2Fbest-gaming-laptops-2024&amp%3Bamp%3Btemplate=roundup&amp%3Bamp%3Bmodule=content_body&amp%3Bamp%3Belement=offer&amp%3Bamp%3Bitem=text-link&amp%3Bamp%3Belement_label=Asus%20ROG%20Zephyrus%20G14&amp%3Bamp%3Bobject_type=roundup&amp%3Bamp%3Bobject_uuid=07iXOXS8M55PKMaPfNhDFcp&amp%3Bamp%3Bshort_url=6XJ2R&amp%3Bamp%3Bu=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Froundup%2Fbest-gaming-laptops-2024&amp%3Btemplate=roundup&amp%3Bmodule=content_body&amp%3Belement=offer&amp%3Bitem=text-link&amp%3Belement_label=Asus%20ROG%20Zephyrus%20G14&amp%3Bobject_type=roundup&amp%3Bobject_uuid=07iXOXS8M55PKMaPfNhDFcp&amp%3Bshort_url=6XJ2R&amp%3Bu=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Froundup%2Fbest-gaming-laptops-2024&template=roundup&module=content_body&element=offer&item=text-link&element_label=Asus%20ROG%20Zephyrus%20G14&object_type=roundup&object_uuid=07iXOXS8M55PKMaPfNhDFcp&short_url=6XJ2R&u=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Froundup%2Fbest-gaming-laptops-2024" rel="sponsored" target="_blank" data-ga-click="1" data-ga-label="$text" data-ga-item="text-link" data-ga-module="content_body" title="(opens in a new window)">Asus ROG Zephyrus G14</a> is the best laptop for gaming in 2024, though the <a href="https://zdcs.link/ePjOA?pageview_type=Standard&amp%3Bamp%3Bamp%3Btemplate=roundup&amp%3Bamp%3Bamp%3Bmodule=content_body&amp%3Bamp%3Bamp%3Belement=offer&amp%3Bamp%3Bamp%3Bitem=text-link&amp%3Bamp%3Bamp%3Belement_label=Razer%20Blade%2014&amp%3Bamp%3Bamp%3Bobject_type=roundup&amp%3Bamp%3Bamp%3Bobject_uuid=07iXOXS8M55PKMaPfNhDFcp&amp%3Bamp%3Bamp%3Bshort_url=ePjOA&amp%3Bamp%3Bamp%3Bu=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Froundup%2Fbest-gaming-laptops-2024&amp%3Bamp%3Btemplate=roundup&amp%3Bamp%3Bmodule=content_body&amp%3Bamp%3Belement=offer&amp%3Bamp%3Bitem=text-link&amp%3Bamp%3Belement_label=Razer%20Blade%2014&amp%3Bamp%3Bobject_type=roundup&amp%3Bamp%3Bobject_uuid=07iXOXS8M55PKMaPfNhDFcp&amp%3Bamp%3Bshort_url=ePjOA&amp%3Bamp%3Bu=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Froundup%2Fbest-gaming-laptops-2024&amp%3Btemplate=roundup&amp%3Bmodule=content_body&amp%3Belement=offer&amp%3Bitem=text-link&amp%3Belement_label=Razer%20Blade%2014&amp%3Bobject_type=roundup&amp%3Bobject_uuid=07iXOXS8M55PKMaPfNhDFcp&amp%3Bshort_url=ePjOA&amp%3Bu=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Froundup%2Fbest-gaming-laptops-2024&template=roundup&module=content_body&element=offer&item=text-link&element_label=Razer%20Blade%2014&object_type=roundup&object_uuid=07iXOXS8M55PKMaPfNhDFcp&short_url=ePjOA&u=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Froundup%2Fbest-gaming-laptops-2024" rel="sponsored" target="_blank" data-ga-click="1" data-ga-label="$text" data-ga-item="text-link" data-ga-module="content_body" title="(opens in a new window)">Razer Blade 14</a> is mighty impressive if your budget allows for it. However, with the high sticker price, we know many shoppers are looking for a more entry-level option. So if you're looking for budget gaming laptops, then we recommend going with the <a href="https://zdcs.link/OGJ42?pageview_type=Standard&amp%3Bamp%3Bamp%3Btemplate=roundup&amp%3Bamp%3Bamp%3Bmodule=content_body&amp%3Bamp%3Bamp%3Belement=offer&amp%3Bamp%3Bamp%3Bitem=text-link&amp%3Bamp%3Bamp%3Belement_label=Acer%20Nitro%205&amp%3Bamp%3Bamp%3Bobject_type=roundup&amp%3Bamp%3Bamp%3Bobject_uuid=07iXOXS8M55PKMaPfNhDFcp&amp%3Bamp%3Bamp%3Bshort_url=OGJ42&amp%3Bamp%3Bamp%3Bu=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Froundup%2Fbest-gaming-laptops-2024&amp%3Bamp%3Btemplate=roundup&amp%3Bamp%3Bmodule=content_body&amp%3Bamp%3Belement=offer&amp%3Bamp%3Bitem=text-link&amp%3Bamp%3Belement_label=Acer%20Nitro%205&amp%3Bamp%3Bobject_type=roundup&amp%3Bamp%3Bobject_uuid=07iXOXS8M55PKMaPfNhDFcp&amp%3Bamp%3Bshort_url=OGJ42&amp%3Bamp%3Bu=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Froundup%2Fbest-gaming-laptops-2024&amp%3Btemplate=roundup&amp%3Bmodule=content_body&amp%3Belement=offer&amp%3Bitem=text-link&amp%3Belement_label=Acer%20Nitro%205&amp%3Bobject_type=roundup&amp%3Bobject_uuid=07iXOXS8M55PKMaPfNhDFcp&amp%3Bshort_url=OGJ42&amp%3Bu=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Froundup%2Fbest-gaming-laptops-2024&template=roundup&module=content_body&element=offer&item=text-link&element_label=Acer%20Nitro%205&object_type=roundup&object_uuid=07iXOXS8M55PKMaPfNhDFcp&short_url=OGJ42&u=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Froundup%2Fbest-gaming-laptops-2024" rel="sponsored" target="_blank" data-ga-click="1" data-ga-label="$text" data-ga-item="text-link" data-ga-module="content_body" title="(opens in a new window)">Acer Nitro 5</a> or <a href="https://zdcs.link/BYLqJ?pageview_type=Standard&amp%3Bamp%3Bamp%3Btemplate=roundup&amp%3Bamp%3Bamp%3Bmodule=content_body&amp%3Bamp%3Bamp%3Belement=offer&amp%3Bamp%3Bamp%3Bitem=text-link&amp%3Bamp%3Bamp%3Belement_label=Acer%20Chromebook%20516%20GE&amp%3Bamp%3Bamp%3Bobject_type=roundup&amp%3Bamp%3Bamp%3Bobject_uuid=07iXOXS8M55PKMaPfNhDFcp&amp%3Bamp%3Bamp%3Bshort_url=BYLqJ&amp%3Bamp%3Bamp%3Bu=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Froundup%2Fbest-gaming-laptops-2024&amp%3Bamp%3Btemplate=roundup&amp%3Bamp%3Bmodule=content_body&amp%3Bamp%3Belement=offer&amp%3Bamp%3Bitem=text-link&amp%3Bamp%3Belement_label=Acer%20Chromebook%20516%20GE&amp%3Bamp%3Bobject_type=roundup&amp%3Bamp%3Bobject_uuid=07iXOXS8M55PKMaPfNhDFcp&amp%3Bamp%3Bshort_url=BYLqJ&amp%3Bamp%3Bu=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Froundup%2Fbest-gaming-laptops-2024&amp%3Btemplate=roundup&amp%3Bmodule=content_body&amp%3Belement=offer&amp%3Bitem=text-link&amp%3Belement_label=Acer%20Chromebook%20516%20GE&amp%3Bobject_type=roundup&amp%3Bobject_uuid=07iXOXS8M55PKMaPfNhDFcp&amp%3Bshort_url=BYLqJ&amp%3Bu=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Froundup%2Fbest-gaming-laptops-2024&template=roundup&module=content_body&element=offer&item=text-link&element_label=Acer%20Chromebook%20516%20GE&object_type=roundup&object_uuid=07iXOXS8M55PKMaPfNhDFcp&short_url=BYLqJ&u=https%3A%2F%2Fmashable.com%2Froundup%2Fbest-gaming-laptops-2024" rel="sponsored" target="_blank" data-ga-click="1" data-ga-label="$text" data-ga-item="text-link" data-ga-module="content_body" title="(opens in a new window)">Acer Chromebook 516 GE</a> instead.</p></div> </div> <div x-data="{drawerOpen: false}" class="pt-4"> <hr class="w-full border border-gray-100"> <button @click="drawerOpen = !drawerOpen" class="flex mt-4 w-full"> <h3 class="text-xl font-bold text-left grow"><strong>Which brand of laptop is best for gaming?</strong></h3> <div> <svg x-show="drawerOpen" class="inline-block w-6 h-6"><use href="/images/icons/spritemap.svg#sprite-chevron-down"></use></svg> <svg x-show="!drawerOpen" class="inline-block w-6 h-6"><use href="/images/icons/spritemap.svg#sprite-chevron-right"></use></svg> </div> </button> <div x-show="drawerOpen" class="font-serif editor-content"><p>There are <em>a lot</em> of fantastic gaming laptop brands out there, so we can't really choose just one. But, we can absolutely tell you our favorites: Razer, Asus, Lenovo, Acer, and MSI are all included in our top picks, so definitely keep an eye out for those brands. We've also tried out some great units from Dell in the past.</p></div> </div> <div x-data="{drawerOpen: false}" class="pt-4"> <hr class="w-full border border-gray-100"> <button @click="drawerOpen = !drawerOpen" class="flex mt-4 w-full"> <h3 class="text-xl font-bold text-left grow"><strong>What gaming laptops can run VR?</strong></h3> <div> <svg x-show="drawerOpen" class="inline-block w-6 h-6"><use href="/images/icons/spritemap.svg#sprite-chevron-down"></use></svg> <svg x-show="!drawerOpen" class="inline-block w-6 h-6"><use href="/images/icons/spritemap.svg#sprite-chevron-right"></use></svg> </div> </button> <div x-show="drawerOpen" class="font-serif editor-content"><p>Here’s some good news: virtually every gaming laptop worth its salt can now handle virtual reality gaming. If you’re playing <a href="https://mashable.com/roundup/best-vr-headsets" target="_self" data-ga-click="1" data-ga-label="$text" data-ga-item="text-link" data-ga-module="content_body">VR</a> through a PC, you’re likely going to be using a Meta Quest 2, Valve Index, or HTC Vive Pro 2. Thankfully, none demand particularly high PC specs.</p><p>The <a href="https://mashable.com/review/oculus-quest-2-review" target="_self" data-ga-click="1" data-ga-label="$text" data-ga-item="text-link" data-ga-module="content_body">Meta Quest 2</a> and <a href="https://mashable.com/review/meta-quest-3" target="_self" data-ga-click="1" data-ga-label="$text" data-ga-item="text-link" data-ga-module="content_body">Meta Quest 3</a> are standalone headsets that can render games using its onboard processor. However, you can wire it up to a computer if you want to play PC VR games, too. To do that you’ll need a USB-C cable and a computer powerful enough to support the tech. The exact PC requirements are listed <a href="https://www.meta.com/en-gb/help/quest/articles/headsets-and-accessories/oculus-link/meta-quest-link-compatibility/?utm_source=www.pocket-lint.com&utm_medium=dollyredirect" target="_blank" data-ga-click="1" data-ga-label="$text" data-ga-item="text-link" data-ga-module="content_body" title="(opens in a new window)"><u>here</u></a>, but every laptop on this list meets them.</p><p>The same goes for the Valve Index, which requires at least a GTX 970 and a dual-core processor, as well as the HTC Vive Pro 2, which asks for a slightly beefier Intel Core i5-4590 and Nvidia GeForce RTX 2060. Again, these picks sail past those requirements.</p></div> </div> <div x-data="{drawerOpen: false}" class="pt-4"> <hr class="w-full border border-gray-100"> <button @click="drawerOpen = !drawerOpen" class="flex mt-4 w-full"> <h3 class="text-xl font-bold text-left grow"><strong>Is a laptop or desktop better for gaming?</strong></h3> <div> <svg x-show="drawerOpen" class="inline-block w-6 h-6"><use href="/images/icons/spritemap.svg#sprite-chevron-down"></use></svg> <svg x-show="!drawerOpen" class="inline-block w-6 h-6"><use href="/images/icons/spritemap.svg#sprite-chevron-right"></use></svg> </div> </button> <div x-show="drawerOpen" class="font-serif editor-content"><p>There’s one other obvious difference between a gaming laptop and a gaming desktop: portability. Gaming laptops have all the usual benefits you’d expect of them, alongside powerful hardware that’s capable of rendering and running games. But you pay for that expanded portability with a higher price tag. A gaming laptop will always be more expensive than an equivalent desktop PC, as manufacturers have to redesign graphics cards and all the other stuff to fit inside a small chassis. </p><p>That price difference doesn't necessarily apply to custom-built gaming computers, however. Even the most specced-out gaming laptops will save you money compared to a powerful custom PC gaming rig. The average custom PC gaming setup <a href="https://sea.mashable.com/tech/19078/new-study-shows-how-much-you-need-to-spend-to-build-a-gaming-pc-right-now" target="_self" data-ga-click="1" data-ga-label="$text" data-ga-item="text-link" data-ga-module="content_body">costs more than $3,500</a>, and prices just keep going up. The <a href="https://mashable.com/roundup/best-gaming-computers" target="_self" data-ga-click="1" data-ga-label="$text" data-ga-item="text-link" data-ga-module="content_body">best pre-built PC gaming computers</a> are much more affordable, but they also take a lot of the fun out of building your own.</p><p>There’s nothing a gaming laptop can’t do that a desktop can, and vice versa. However, you may want to opt for a desktop for longevity’s sake.</p></div> </div> <div x-data="{drawerOpen: false}" class="pt-4"> <hr class="w-full border border-gray-100"> <button @click="drawerOpen = !drawerOpen" class="flex mt-4 w-full"> <h3 class="text-xl font-bold text-left grow"><strong>What gaming laptops are upgradeable?</strong></h3> <div> <svg x-show="drawerOpen" class="inline-block w-6 h-6"><use href="/images/icons/spritemap.svg#sprite-chevron-down"></use></svg> <svg x-show="!drawerOpen" class="inline-block w-6 h-6"><use href="/images/icons/spritemap.svg#sprite-chevron-right"></use></svg> </div> </button> <div x-show="drawerOpen" class="font-serif editor-content"><p>This is another key difference between gaming laptops and desktops. A desktop rig can serve you for life if you keep the core parts around forever, and gradually replace individual components as they slow down, become obsolete, or break. Laptop users don’t have that luxury. There’s no chance to swap out a laptop’s CPU or GPU when it becomes old and clunky, as those components are made bespoke for each model. While you can sometimes replace storage drives or RAM sticks, you’re essentially stuck with what you first bought — so make sure you pick a good one.</p></div> </div> </div> </section> </div> <section class="mx-auto mt-12 max-w-3xl border-t border-gray-200 border-solid"> <div class="py-8 w-full"> <div class="flex flex-col items-center pb-8 border-b border-gray-200 md:flex-row md:space-x-8"> <div class="flex flex-col justify-center items-center space-y-4 text-center md:flex-row md:justify-start md:space-y-0 md:space-x-6 md:text-left"> <img class="w-24 h-24 rounded-full border border-gray-200" src="https://helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/authors/02j6W3loHciIFK0eNmryevd/image.fill.size_100x100.v1686168474.jpg" alt="author photo" width="100" height="100" loading="lazy" > <div class="flex flex-col space-y-2"> <div class="w-full font-bold header-200">Dylan Haas</div> <div class="w-full text-xl font-bold">Lead Shopping Reporter</div> </div> </div> <div class="flex flex-row justify-center pt-4 mt-8 w-full border-t border-gray-200 md:justify-start md:pt-0 md:pl-4 md:mt-0 md:w-auto md:border-t-0 md:border-l md:border-solid space-x4" style="height:75px;align-items:center;"> <a href="https://twitter.com/iamdylanhaas" class="px-3 hover:text-primary-400" target="_blank" rel="noopener" title="(opens in a new window)"> <svg class="inline-block w-5 h-5 fill-current md:h-4"><use href="/images/icons/spritemap.svg#sprite-twitter-brands"></use></svg> </a> </div> </div> <div class="mx-0 max-w-3xl font-serif editor-content"> <p>Dylan Haas is a Lead Shopping Reporter for Mashable, where he covers all things gaming, pets, fitness, sleep, and shopping events like Black Friday and Prime Day. Before joining the team at Mashable, Dylan received a B.A. in Communications from Pace University and contributed to publications like <em>Paste Magazine</em>, <em>Bandsintown</em>, and others following a brief stint as a marketing and management assistant in the music industry. </p><p>When he's not writing or testing products, you can find Dylan playing lots of video games, working out, spending time with loved ones (especially his dog, Stevie), or watching reality TV. 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