Do you have a laptop for gaming?

[Yarik]

I was thinking of getting a laptop that I would take with me when I travel so I could enjoy my favourite hobby - playing video games. But then, I thought again, it would have no other use, and it's probably not worth buying a gaming laptop in my case.

Do you have a gaming laptop that you take with you when travelling?

 

[Demon_skeith]

I did, but I upgraded to a desktop since I really don't travel. Plus gaming laptops are kind of bulky.

 

[Ravenfreak]

I have a gaming laptop, however I use my gaming desktop to play games now. If you're wanting to get a laptop for video games, I highly recommend getting a gaming one. Standard laptops probably won't be able to handle higher end games, but they're good for emulation.

 

[Cory]

I did have a gaming laptop, an HP Pavilion specifically, but it died on me quite some time ago. Now I use Google Chromebook, which is fine, considering I browse the internet more than I play games.

 

[Henrywrites]

I don't have a gaming laptop. I prefer making use of the general desktop at home when it comes to playing games, and I do that most of the weekends.

 

[Alicia]

I don't have a gaming laptop. I normally use our desktop for all my gaming. My laptop can be for writing and other stuffs but not gaming.

 

[Demon_skeith]

I don't have a gaming laptop. I normally use our desktop for all my gaming. My laptop can be for writing and other stuffs but not gaming.

Could still game with it, just have to use low settings for a game.

 

[Fait]

I have a windows tablet but i am not sure if it counts.
its a microsoft surface they call it a tablet laptop hybrid but i use it as a tablet.

I got a desktop more for gaming though.

 

[Shortie]

I have a gaming laptop which I have had since July of 2023 when I had to replace my desktop PC due to issues I was having with it. I chose to go for a gaming laptop so I can play games if I wish to and on the go.

 

[Henrywrites]

I have a gaming laptop which I have had since July of 2023 when I had to replace my desktop PC due to issues I was having with it. I chose to go for a gaming laptop so I can play games if I wish to and on the go.

Playing games on your system anywhere that you go is one of the advantages that a gaming laptop has over the desktop. However, as someone who can play games on my mobile, I don't see that as a challenge for me at all.

 

[Alicia]

Could still game with it, just have to use low settings for a game.

I know I will still use my laptop for gaming but I don't see it as a necessity yet. My laptop has been a saving hand in terms of work, maybe I will try using it for gaming some day.

 

[Kennysplash]

Yes I have a laptop that I use to play games often. Though it is not specifically a gaming laptop, it works too. I mostly play PS 3 games on it, anything more than that will make it lag.

 

[Nomad]

I have a gaming laptop, however, it is a budget laptop. I spent just about $1400 back in 2020. I am planning to build a custom desktop gaming PC.

 

[Alicia]

I have a gaming laptop, however, it is a budget laptop. I spent just about $1400 back in 2020. I am planning to build a custom desktop gaming PC.

That sounds so cool and interesting. Because you are a game lover, you can make the dream come true. Setting up a custom desktop gaming PC will be quite expensive right?

 

[Yarik]

I am planning to build a custom desktop gaming PC.

That's a good decision if you want to play on higher settings. Especially with all of the new tech announced recently, it's worth it to build a custom gaming setup.

 

[Cory]

Now I use Google Chromebook

I used GeForce NOW on two different occasions to play video games on my Google Chromebook, but I stopped using the service due to finding myself not gaming enough on the platform, so it seemed like a waste of money.

 

[JennyorAlice]

I do have a laptop but it's not meant for gaming. I'm a console gamer and I use my laptop for other things.

 

[Baw$e]

I have a laptop that can probably handle most games, but I prefer playing on a console. I game out on my PS4.

 

[uptrendfinancialsignal]

Gaming laptops is quite expensive and it may not also be the most practical option for you. However, if you want to get one, I'll advise you to consider a laptop with a dedicated graphics card and sufficient RAM as well.

 

[lens]

Gaming laptops is quite expensive and it may not also be the most practical option for you. However, if you want to get one, I'll advise you to consider a laptop with a dedicated graphics card and sufficient RAM as well.

Yeah, I have a gaming laptop that I take with me whenever I'm going on a trip. It's so convenient to play games on the go. But, I have to say, it's not just for gaming. I also use it for work too.

 

[Heatman]

I'm currently using Razer Blade 15 which is a very good gaming laptop but I don't play so much games on it because I have a gaming desktop too.

 

[uptrendfinancialsignal]

Yeah, I have a gaming laptop that I take with me whenever I'm going on a trip. It's so convenient to play games on the go. But, I have to say, it's not just for gaming. I also use it for work too.

That's a very good point. What I didn't think about is using it for other things. But, for me, I think it's still not worth it since I don't travel that often. I still prefer to stick to my desktop for now.

 

[lens]

That's a very good point. What I didn't think about is using it for other things. But, for me, I think it's still not worth it since I don't travel that often. I still prefer to stick to my desktop for now.

That's fair enough! But, if you ever want to make a decision to buy, I'll advise you check the specs. You'll need something with very good graphics card and processor to handle demanding games.

 

[WontByte]

I bought a Predator Helios 300 like 2 years ago that you could pretty much classify as a gaming laptop now with the specs I bought then.

However, I wanted a Razer for its Apple-like form factor and feel. But, they were out when I really needed it.

I primarily use my laptop for photo editing, so I need the GPU power.

 

[Heatman]

I bought a Predator Helios 300 like 2 years ago that you could pretty much classify as a gaming laptop now with the specs I bought then.

However, I wanted a Razer for its Apple-like form factor and feel. But, they were out when I really needed it.

I primarily use my laptop for photo editing, so I need the GPU power.

Acer Predator Helios 300 is definitely considered as a good gaming laptop. It comes with Intel Core i7/i9 processors and NVIDIA RTX 3060/3070/3080 GPUs.

 

[WontByte]

Acer Predator Helios 300 is definitely considered as a good gaming laptop. It comes with Intel Core i7/i9 processors and NVIDIA RTX 3060/3070/3080 GPUs.

Mine has the 11th generation i7-11800H and 16 GB RAM with the NVIDIA RTX 3060, so it's definitely not out of date by any means, especially what I use it for.

That said, I've used the trackpad down to almost its last months with how often I use it. The right-click sensitivity is almost gone. I've looked up a replacement trackpad and how much it'd cost for a reputable store to replace it, so that it's insured, and it looks like I might just upgrade over going that path.

I'm looking at the top offering from Razer this time.

 

[Heatman]

Mine has the 11th generation i7-11800H and 16 GB RAM with the NVIDIA RTX 3060, so it's definitely not out of date by any means, especially what I use it for.

That said, I've used the trackpad down to almost its last months with how often I use it. The right-click sensitivity is almost gone. I've looked up a replacement trackpad and how much it'd cost for a reputable store to replace it, so that it's insured, and it looks like I might just upgrade over going that path.

I'm looking at the top offering from Razer this time.

If money isn't going to be a serious issue for you, I would go for an upgrade because it gives you everything better in an overall manner.

 

[WontByte]

If money isn't going to be a serious issue for you, I would go for an upgrade because it gives you everything better in an overall manner.

Oh, I am.

I'll be getting the top of the line Razer next laptop.

I just don't like getting rid of things that are still quite very well up to date to get the latest and greatest. I'm sure that the Razer laptop will process what I need quicker, but by how much, it might not be a noticeable difference as, let's say I'm exporting 100 RAW photos to 25 megapixels, I'll just walk away, have a coffee, and come back with it done. I wouldn't notice the speed difference unless I sat in front of it.

If I were to buy today, I'd go with the Razer Blade 17 as the 18 feels like it might be a little too big (my laptop backpack is rated for 17", but with the tight form factor of Razers, it would probably fit the 18 just fine).

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The top of the line has a 12th Gen Intel® Core™ i9-12900H, while I'm currently running an 11th Gen i7-11800H

With real-world speed testing, it has a 12% performance boost over what I currently have.

Where it probably shines the most is the upgrade from DDR4 to DDR5 memory and a better graphics card. The tasks that I perform, I might see a boost of 15-20% or so, but I rarely use it that often to justify the speed increase -- like I'll only export a gallery or two a month, not on a daily basis.

So, while it's coming time to upgrade, I might just wait for the next iteration of the Razer Blade 17 and then move to it over upgrading now to have a +25% boost and live with that another 2-3 years.

 

[Daedalus]

Yes, my current laptop was built to serve as a light gaming laptop. It could probably handle some of the heavier games, but I wouldn't be willing to test it to find out.

 

[Milla]

I play games on my laptop but it isn't specification a gaming laptop