Top Gaming Notebooks
Gaming notebooks are usually equipped fast processors, lots of system memory, massive hard drives for storing lots of video games, and sometimes even high-speed Solid State Drives (SSDs) for extremely fast system start up with even faster game loading speeds. Until recently all gaming notebooks were either 17-inch or 15-inch desktop replacement notebooks since high-performance CPUs and the latest graphics cards required massive cooling fans and heat sinks to keep components from overheating. More recent alternatives include smaller ultraportable gaming notebooks with 11-inch screens. Prices for gaming notebooks range from just under $1,000 to more than $4,000 for some of the custom-built gaming systems. Our editors have selected five of the best gaming notebooks that are currently available based on our in-depth reviews and the final scores. If you don’t see the perfect notebook in the list we’ve provided, be sure to seek out buying advice in our “What Notebook Should I Buy?” discussion forum. Our forum members, moderators, and staff will graciously offer their insight in helping you pick the best laptop for your student. |
This 17.3-inch monster includes the latest 2GB Nvidia GTX 680M graphics and an Intel quad-core processor. While the starting price is just $1,499 you can easily end up with a configuration priced at more than $2,500 if you select every available feature. Despite that huge range in prices — or perhaps because of all those available options — the newest Alienware M17x is one of the best gaming notebooks for serious gamers looking for a well-built customizable gaming notebook. Rating Average: 8 out of 10 |
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#2 ASUS G75VW
We were impressed by the anti-glare 1080p display, superb keyboard and touchpad, and the solid build quality. Like the Alienware M17x, the G75 has a starting price around $1,500 but if you want the best processor and the latest graphics card you should be prepared to spend closer to $2,000. The ASUS G75VW excels in nearly every area as have previous-generation ASUS G-series gaming notebooks. Rating Average: 8 out of 10 |
Our biggest complaint about the M14x R2 (starting at a little more than $1,000) is that the included NVIDIA GeForce GT 650M doesn’t provide as much graphics horsepower as other gaming notebooks in the same price range. The new Alienware M14x R2 is clearly an improvement over the original M14x, but Dell’s Alienware team could have packed more into this notebook. Rating Average: 7 out of 10 |
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#4 Clevo P370EM
While Clevo notebooks have a reputation for delivering extreme performance in a less-than-attractive design, the P370EM is a step in the right direction with more angled lines, rounded corners and an overall appearnance that looks “a little” more modern the previous Clevo designs. The Clevo P370EM offers outstanding performance with an improved design but it isn’t quite perfect thanks to minor issues like heavy use of plastics that feel cheap and noisy cooling fans. Still, if you want the ultimate in build-to-order gaming performance then the Clevo P370EM should be near the top of your buying list. Rating Average: 7 out of 10 |
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