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My Top Three Gaming Laptops

Top rated brands that are the perfect balance of affordability and quality

By JasminePublished 2 years ago 3 min read

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When searching for a gaming laptop online, it can be a tedious task trying to find one that's both affordable and reliable. I can personally relate because that’s exactly the problem I ran into recently when searching for a gaming laptop for my teenage son. Through my research on this topic, I was able to narrow down my top three picks which I will share with you. The three main things to consider when searching for a gaming laptop are a good graphics card, a processor that has the ability to handle the graphics card and enough RAM (Random Access Memory) to support them. With so many options to choose from, the task of finding the right one for you can become daunting and overwhelming, however I am hopeful that this article will help you be able to find the right laptop for yourself or the gamer in your life. The top three choices for both affordability and specs are ASUS ROG Strix G16 gaming laptop, The Acer Nitro 5 Gaming Laptop and The MSI Thin.

First off is the ASUS ROG Strix G16 gaming laptop. This is one that a friend personally owns and loves. This laptop is priced at just over a thousand dollars. The screen is 16” and it has the option to choose either 512 GB SSD or 1 TB SSD, and operates on Windows 11. The ASUS ROG Strix comes equipped with GeForce RTX 4060 which allows it to provide the gamer with outstanding and realistic graphics. Other positives on this item are the fan runs quietly and the graphics are very clear. Perhaps the greatest bonus is the fact that it has the WiFi 6E which prevents games from lagging as it doesn’t interfere with other devices in the house. The ASUS ROG can also be used for personal use so it is a great addition for having the ability to get homework accomplished on it as well.

Next up, The Acer Nitro 5 Gaming Laptop. It is a wonderful option for gamers, priced at under a thousand dollars. It has a 15.6” screen and has 256 GB SSD hard drive so it is a great option for gamers looking for a powerful gaming experience. The Acer Nitro 5 also includes the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 which produces stunning graphics and fluid gameplay. This one also runs on Windows 11 and has an average battery life of eleven hours. It also includes the Wi-Fi 6 technology which improves the entire gaming experience. Another added bonus is the Backlit Keyboard which allows gamers to carry on with their tasks in low light.

Lastly, one of the laptops that came highly recommended is the MSI Thin. The MSI brand itself is well known by gamers for its clear graphics and outstanding performance. The MSI Thin has a 512 GB SSD, and 16 GB of RAM. It runs on Windows 11 and the average battery life on this one is twenty hours, which is the longest battery life from the three brands. It uses cooler boost technology which prevents the system from overheating and is also part of the GeForce RTX 40 series making it beyond fast for gamers.

In conclusion, each of these gaming laptops have come highly recommended for their speed, screen quality, and most importantly price range. Whichever direction you choose to take with your gaming experience, I hope my research can assist you in making an informed decision in order to give you the ultimate and affordable gaming experience.

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