{"id":3037,"date":"2025-09-11T08:24:17","date_gmt":"2025-09-11T06:24:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.batteriedeportable.com\/guides-et-conseils\/gaming-laptops-power-and-portability-combined\/"},"modified":"2025-09-11T08:24:17","modified_gmt":"2025-09-11T06:24:17","slug":"gaming-laptops-power-and-portability-combined","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.batterylaptop.co.uk\/guides\/gaming-laptops-power-and-portability-combined\/","title":{"rendered":"Gaming laptops: power and portability combined"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gaming laptops have improved at a breathtaking pace. Once limited to lightweight titles, <\/span><b>they are now capable of rivalling the most powerful desktop PCs<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Thanks to major advances in components, it is now possible to enjoy an immersive gaming experience while staying mobile.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>The key components to look out for<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ultra-powerful processors<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most recent models come with <\/span><b>latest-generation Core i7 processors<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, sometimes even unlocked for overclocking. <\/span><b>16 to 32 GB<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of RAM lets you run multiple tasks with no noticeable lag.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High-end dedicated graphics cards<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To play on ultra settings, a <\/span><b>dedicated graphics card<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> such as a GeForce GTX 1060, 1070 or 1080 is essential. Some models like the <\/span><b>Gigabyte Aorus X9 v7<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> even feature <\/span><b>GTX 1070 SLI<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, delivering massively increased graphics power.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">SSD storage: guaranteed speed<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">SSDs have replaced old mechanical hard drives. The result: <\/span><b>shorter loading times<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, better responsiveness and lower power consumption. The <\/span><b>Gigabyte Aero 15<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> comes with a 512 GB SSD.<\/span><\/p>\n<div style=\"padding: 80% 0 0 0; position: relative;\">\n  <iframe\n    src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/1110853893?autoplay=1&amp;loop=1\"\n    style=\"position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;\"\n    frameborder=\"0\"\n    allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\"\n    allowfullscreen><br \/>\n  <\/iframe>\n<\/div>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Screens designed for gaming<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The best panels are <\/span><b>matte, Full HD, with a high refresh rate<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. The <\/span><b>Asus ROG Chimera<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> has a 17.3-inch screen that is perfectly suited to FPS or competitive games.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Backlit keyboards: gaming comfort<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is hard to imagine a gaming setup without a <\/span><b>backlit keyboard<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. The <\/span><b>Dell Alienware 17 R4<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><b>Asus Zephyrus Ultimate<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> also stand out for the ergonomics of their keys.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Top 10 best gaming laptop models<\/strong><\/h2>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Rank<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Model<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Key features<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Estimated price<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HP Omen 15<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Core i7, GTX 1060 Max-Q, 8 GB RAM<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 100 \u20ac<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dell Alienware 15 R3<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Core i7, GTX 1070, 16 GB RAM<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 300 \u20ac<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gigabyte Aero 15<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Core i7-7700HQ, GTX 1070, 512 GB SSD, 16 GB RAM<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 600 \u20ac<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dell Alienware 17 R4<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Core i7-7820HK, GTX 1080, 16 GB RAM<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 950 \u20ac<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Asus ROG Zephyrus<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Core i7-7700HQ, GTX 1080, 24 GB RAM<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 200 \u20ac<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dell Alienware 13 R3<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Core i7-7700HQ, GTX 1060, 13.3 inches, 16 GB RAM<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 500 \u20ac<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gigabyte Aorus X9 v7<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Core i7, GTX 1070 SLI, 17.3&Prime; display, 32 GB RAM<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 800 \u20ac<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Asus ROG Chimera<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Core i7-7820HK, GTX 1080, 16 GB RAM<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3 000 \u20ac<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Acer Predator 17 X<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Core i7, GTX 1080, 16 GB RAM<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3 300 \u20ac<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Asus Zephyrus Ultimate<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Core i7, GTX 1080, 24 GB RAM, ultra-thin chassis<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4 000 \u20ac<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Smart checks before you buy<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Think ahead about your needs<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: not all games have the same requirements.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Try the comfort<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: weight, keyboard, screen size.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Check the connectivity<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: USB, HDMI, Thunderbolt ports, and so on.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Watch out for noise<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: some models run very hot.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Conclusion: power goes mobile<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With today\u2019s technology, <\/span><b>gamers can now play without compromise<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on laptops. By combining a powerful processor, a dedicated graphics card, a fast SSD and a suitable display, these machines stand out as <\/span><b>ideal solutions for demanding players<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. All this, within a budget ranging from 1 100 to 4 000 euros depending on what you are looking for.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Gaming laptops have improved at a breathtaking pace. Once limited to lightweight titles, they are now capable of rivalling the most powerful desktop PCs. 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