What are the top portable rigs to buy in the first half of 2022?
There’s always an argument for the best gaming laptop. Portable gaming is becoming a popular trend, primarily with gaming laptops providing so much power on the go. Today’s games require a lot of horsepower out of the graphics cards and processors to perform at optimal levels. Fortunately, companies like Dell, Asus and MSI have stepped up to the challenge.
What is the best gaming laptop under $1500?
MSI Stealth 15M
Brand: MSI
Key factors: Intel 11th Gen i7 processor, Nvidia GeForce 3060, 512GB SSD, 16 GB RAM, 15.6” Screen with 144Hz refresh rate
This laptop offers ultra-portability while maintaining the standards of MSI machines. The Intel i7 processor combined with the Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060 is perfect for task optimization with fast refresh rates and feedback, while the internal fan keeps this lightweight laptop running cool for over 6 hours of battery life.
Price: $1309
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MSI Alpha 17 AMD Advantage Edition
Brand: MSI
Key factors: 17.3” Full HD 144Hz refresh rate, 1TB SSD, 64GB RAM, AMD 8-core Ryzen 7 5800H processor
This computer is the tank of the list, as the price shows just under the $1500 marker. The MSI 17 rocks a massive 17” display and tons of internal space for upgraded hardware. The beast holds 64GB of RAM and a 1TB SSD comfortably allowing quick data access and operation. Accompanied by an AMD Ryzen series processor, this computer can do it all effortlessly!
Price: $1299
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ASUS ROG Strix G17
Brand: ASUS
Key factors: 17.3” Full HD 144Hz refresh rate, AMD 8-core Ryzen 7 series processor, Nvidia GeForce 3060, 1TB SSD,
So… the category is Under $1500… and Asus snuck a ROG gaming rig right under that price tag. Asus takes pride in their line of ROG gaming computers, and the Strix G17 is their evidence. The AMD Ryzen 7 processor outmatches the Intel i7 competition while keeping up to date with a GeForce 3060 graphics card. What sets ROG apart is the sleek design of the casing, with perfect accent curves and RGB lighting on the front rim and back-lit keys.
Price: $1499
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ASUS Flagship TUF DASH UltraSlim Gaming Laptop
Brand: ASUS
Key factors: 15.6” FHD screen with 144Hz refresh rate, intel 11th Gen 8-core i7 processor, Nvidia GeForce 3050Ti, 512GB SSD, 16GB RAM, Ultraslim
ASUS is well known for giving decently well-rounded laptops on a budget. The TUF DASH is no different. Impressively, it holds an i7 processor and GeForce 3050Ti graphics card in a slim casing, perfect for multitasking and game requirements mixed with portability. Even still, there were ‘flaws’. For one pinpoint accurate is not a phrase I would use to describe the trackpad. It was sufficient but had some lag with the cursor, while the trackpad itself did not glide well with the finger. That being said, simply using an external mouse solves that problem. The screen also takes some getting used to. The anti-glare technology ASUS incorporated obstructs purest color output, leaving a more dull screen tint.
Price: $1259
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Dell G15 Gaming Laptop
Brand: Dell
Price: $1299
Key factors: 120Hz FHD Screen, AMD Ryzen 7 5800H Processor, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050Ti, 16GB RAM, 512 SSD
This gaming computer is great for those who are looking for a ‘beginner’ laptop. It offers powerful specifications including the GeForce 3050ti, 16GB onboard RAM, and an AMD Ryzen 7 processor. The battery will get you about 3.5 hours of activity, less depending on the game of choice. From dead to full charge will take about 2 hours in total, courtesy of the hefty power block the G15 comes with. In games, the 120Hz screen with the horsepower of the GeForce 3050Ti pumps out optimal refresh rates without much lag, even though the clarity suffers a bit from top-of-the-line 4k screens. Running the graphics and battery during gaming times requires some hefty colling speeds and calls for a fan up to the task. The G15 has effective fan cooling without toasting your fingers, lap, or desk (that said it can be a bit loud during games).
Price: $999
ON SALE : $824
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Acer Nitro 5 AN517-54-79L Gaming Laptop
Brand: Acer
Key factors: Intel i7 processor, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050Ti, 17.3” FHD 144Hz IPS Display, 1 TB SSD, 16GB RAM
The Acer Nitro offers the power and affordability you need in a sub 5lb. package. It houses a large 17.3” display with a responsive 144Hz refresh rate. Pair this large screen with its GeForce RTX 3060 graphics card provides clear 1080p gaming performance. The build design is sturdy, but a little flexy, leaving its build quality less than its competitors. However, it will manage the minor knocks and dings of transport in a bag. The hard drive is also on the smaller side with a 512 SSD storage, with an ideal starter at 1TB.
Price: $1329
ON SALE : $1177
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