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Best Laptops for Gamers

If you're into games, your laptop has to meet special requirements: great graphics and CPU performance, plenty of RAM, and a good display. These are the best laptops we've reviewed for gamers.

Edited by Jason Cross   

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Sony VAIO Z-Series VPCZ137GX

It doesn't get any better--or more expensive--than this slightly-larger-than-average ultraportable laptop.

Full Review | Specs - Rated: December 15, 2010
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HP Envy 17

HP's Envy 17 is a robust, media-centric desktop replacement that's svelte enough to lug around if you need a large screen on the go.

Full Review | Video Review | Specs - Rated: September 16, 2010
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AVADirect Clevo X8100 Core i7 Gaming Notebook

If you need an all-in-one gaming rig for a LAN party, the Clevo X1800 does the job, but a compact deskop may be better.

Full Review | Video Review | Specs - Rated: June 04, 2010
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Alienware M11x (second revision)

A boost to the internal hardware gives the second revision of the M11x substantially stronger performance, but battery life takes a hit.

Full Review | Specs - Rated: August 16, 2010
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MSI GT660

An all-around great gaming laptop and desktop replacement.

Full Review | Specs - Rated: August 23, 2010
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Micro Express NBL60

Micro Express delivers a surprisingly robust 15-inch laptop with true 1080p display and a DVD drive at well under 6 pounds.

Full Review | Specs - Rated: July 13, 2010
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Prices from $1,759

Asus G73Jw

This is a great notebook for gamers who are willing to spend additional money on peripherals.

Full Review | Specs - Rated: November 10, 2010
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iBuyPower Armada Touch MT20X

The iBuyPower Armada MT20X puts a slick Windows 7 multitouch screen on top of a fairly average laptop. Though the Magic utility permits a better touch-based gaming experience, it still feels bolted on.

Full Review | Specs - Rated: July 20, 2010
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Dell Studio 17 (model 1747)

Dell's Studio 17 is a solid design that comes in a wide variety of configurations.

Full Review | Specs - Rated: July 07, 2010
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Sony VAIO VPCF13AFX

The VPCF13AFX is both a looker and a great performer, but it isn't the longest-lived desktop replacement you can find.

Full Review | Specs - Rated: November 09, 2010

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