6 Best Gaming Laptops To Level Up Your Gaming Experience

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In the gaming world, every click, every keystroke, and every frame counts, determining a win or a loss which makes picking the perfect gaming laptop crucial. Not only are these laptops optimised for gaming, but they're also built to last and excel at running demanding software, making them ideal for architecture and design students too.

We spent countless hours curating and finding options that had everything from the best display and high-speed processors to stunning graphics and multiple connectivity options; we even reached out to gamers and enthusiasts to make sure you get the absolute best gaming laptops available right now. 

Best Overall: ASUS ROG Strix Scar 1

ASUS ROG Strix Scar 1 Gaming Laptop

ASUS ROG Strix Scar 1 Gaming Laptop

329990

Gamers say that this laptop delivers on performance thanks to the super powerful processor. There is no lag whatsoever, and it is able to handle even the heaviest of software. This one also doesn’t heat as fast as others when gaming and the fan noise is also the most minimal that we observed. It's great specs when it comes to display with a 16" screen that is mini LED, super bright with a refresh rate of 240Hz. The only drawback is that the ports are quite far down, so if you use a wired mouse, it might hamper movement a little bit. 

CPU: 13th Gen Intel Core i9

Display: 16" screen (40.64cms) QHD + 16:10 (2560 x 1600, WQXGA) ROG Nebula Display, 240Hz Refresh Rate, IPS-level Anti-glare display, 500 nits

Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080

Ports: 6; HDMI 2.1 port, 2 USB Type-C ports, 2 USB Type-A & 1 Thunderbolt 4 Port

Weight: 2.5 kg

Best Budget: HP Victus Gaming Laptop

HP Victus Gaming Laptop

HP Victus Gaming Laptop

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Gaming laptops are a hefty spend, but that doesn’t always have to mean spending close to a lakh. When looking for good, affordable gaming laptops, you have to be ready for some compromises. HP Victus Gaming Laptop is a good option and has a 22% discount, making the price effectively INR 66,000 currently. The refresh rate is 144Hz, which is decent for the price. Even though the processor is i5 it's still got a pretty decent graphics card and overall is worth the price you pay. 

CPU: Intel Core i5-12450H

Display: 15.6 inch(39.6 cm) FHD (1920 x 1080), 144 Hz,IPS, micro-edge, anti-glare, 250 nits

Graphics: ‎NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2050

Ports: 7; 2 USB Type-A ; 1 USB Type-C; 1 HDMI 2.1; 1 RJ-45; 1 AC smart pin; 1 headphone/mic

Weight: 2.3kg

Best Mid-Range: IdeaPad Gaming 3

IdeaPad Gaming 3

IdeaPad Gaming 3

108591

Thanks to discounts, this one lands in the mid-range category. The laptop has a good refresh rate and decent performance. The laptop doesn’t pose a problem with the heating, thanks to the fans below and vents on the side. This one has a total of seven ports, including power and audio jack; a few of them are on the side and a few at the back, meaning you get the best of both worlds. 

CPU: AMD Ryzen™ 7 7735HS Processor

Display: 15" screen (39.62cms) FHD (1920 x 1080), IPS, Anti-Glare, 250 nits, 120Hz, LED Backlight

Graphics: NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3050 Laptop GPU 6GB GDDR6

Ports: 7; 2 USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, HDMI 2.0, USB-C 3.2 Gen 2, RJ45, Headphone/mic combo, Power input

Weight: 2.25kg

Best Slim: Dell Alienware X14 R1D569938WIN9

Dell Alienware X14 R1D569938WIN9 Laptop

Dell Alienware X14 R1D569938WIN9 Laptop

If you're looking to carry around your gaming laptop, then it makes sense to buy something that's slightly slimmer and comparatively lighter. This one's got a high-speed processor, which doesn't compromise on performance and a 14" screen with a decent refresh rate of 144Hz. All the ports are at the back, which can be a good or bad thing depending on your preference, but personally, we find it slightly inconvenient.

CPU: 12th Generation Intel Core i7 Processor

Display: 14" screen (35.56 cm), FHD 1920x1080, Non-Touch, 3ms, Advanced Optimus, ComfortView Plus Display, 144Hz

Graphics: NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3050 Ti 4 GB GDDR6

Ports: 5; USB Type-C, USB Type-A 3.2 Gen 1 Port, 2 Thunderbolt 4 USB Type-C, HDMI 2.1

Weight: 1.8kg

Best 15": Razer Blade 15 RZ09-0409CEC3-R3U1

Razer Blade 15 RZ09-0409CEC3-R3U1

Razer Blade 15 RZ09-0409CEC3-R3U1

370990

Razer is known for making some of the top rated gaming laptops, and this one is no exception. It's got 32 GB memory and 1TB SSD HDD storage capacity, which is ample space to store all games and software. The screen has a refresh rate of 340Hz, ensuring your gaming experience is buttery smooth. This one comes with Windows 10 software, but the website mentions you can get a free Windows 11 upgrade too. Moreover, it has a backlit keyboard, which makes using it in dim settings much easier.

CPU: Intel Core i7 11th Gen - 11800H

Display: 15" screen, 340Hz, 1920 x 1080 Pixels resolution, Full HD LED Backlit Anti-Glare IPS

Graphics: Nvidia GeForce RTX 3080

Ports: 6; 3 USB 3.0 Slots, 2 USB 2.0 Slots, 1 HDMI

Weight: 2kg 

Best 18": Dell Alienware M18

Dell Alienware M18

Dell Alienware M18

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Now if your priority is a big screen, then nothing surpasses Dell Alienware M18. It is on the price side, but you don’t have to compromise on anything! It's got one of the fastest processors with one of the finest graphic cards for the best visuals. There are a total of 11 ports that are spread throughout the side and back of the laptop so that you can connect anything and everything.

CPU: Intel Core i9-13980H

Display: 18" screen, QHD+ CompfortView, 2560 x 1440 pixel, 165 Hz

Graphics: 18.0" QHD+ CompfortView Plus NVIDIA G-SYNC + DDS, 100% DCI-P3, FHD IR Camera 165Hz 3ms // Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090

Ports: 11; 1 RJ-45, 1 Global headset jack, 1 Type-A USB 3.2 Gen1, 1 Type-C USB 3.2 Gen 1 Port, 1 Power/DC-in Port, 2 Type-C (Thunderbolt 4.0), 1 Type-A USB 3.2 Gen 1, 1 HDMI 2.1, 1 mini-DisplayPort, and 1 SD Card slot

Weight: 2.7kg

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