Top Gaming Laptops

Though laptops are not considered good for playing games, there are some laptops that are specially designed for gamers. These gaming laptops are quite heavier than the regular laptops and are also a bit high in their prices. When you are going to buy a gaming laptop computer, there are certain specifications that you should look for. The first and foremost thing that a gaming laptop should have, is a dual core processor. A dual core processor with a speed of 1.8GHz enables you to play games without any freezing or choppy images. Another important element of a gaming laptop, is the graphic card. A graphic card with 256 MB of dedicated video RAM is usually recommended for a gaming laptop. Other important specifications for gaming laptops include, a 4GB RAM (or more) and battery with long life. Given below is a brief information on some of the top gaming laptops

Top Ten Gaming Laptops

• Alienware M17x
• Alienware M15x
• Dell Studio XPS 16
• MacBook Pro 15-inch
• Toshiba Qosmio X500
• iBuypower Battalion 101 CZ-10 Ultra
• AVADirect D901C
• ASUS G60Vx
• HP HDX 18T
• HP Pavilion Hdx16-1040us

Best Gaming Laptops

Alienware M17x
With its stylish and refreshed new design, the Alienware M17x is so far the fastest and the best gaming laptop. This laptop has abundant number of ports that allows you to connect several input-output devices. The only drawback of this gaming laptop is, it is very expensive and the current retail price of the Alienware M17x is $4,849. One more drawback of this gaming laptop, is the short battery life.

Specifications

• Processor - 2.53GHz Intel Core 2 Extreme Quad QX9300
• Memory - 8GB RAM
• Storage - Two 500GB drives
• Optical Drive - BD-ROM/DVD±RW combo
• Screen - 17 inches (1,920x1,200 native resolution)
• Graphics - Dual Nvidia GeForce GTX 280M (2GB)
• Weight - 12.7 pounds
• Dimensions (HWD) - 2.1x16x12.7 inches
• Operating System - Windows Vista Home Premium (64-bit)

Dell Studio XPS 16
Dell Studio XPS 16 is an ultimate multimedia laptop with features like faster processor and upgraded screen. Though the laptop is not specifically designed for gaming, but the Dell Studio XPS 16 offers all the high-end computing features required for gaming. This laptop is a good choice for those who want to buy a gaming laptop at reasonable price, which is $1,804.

Specifications

• Processor - 2.4GHz Intel Core 2 Duo P8600
• Memory - 4GB RAM
• Storage - 320GB hard drive
• Optical Drive - BD-ROM
• Screen - 16 inches
• Graphics - ATI Mobility Radeon HD 3670 (512MB)
• Weight - 6.5 pounds
• Dimensions (HWD) - 1.2x15.1x10 inches
• Operating System - Vista Home Premium

ASUS G60Vx
If you are looking for top gaming laptops under $1000, then the ASUS G60Vx is the best choice for you. This affordable gaming laptop is available at a price range of $899 to $999 and is featured with a dual core processor. The ASUS G60Vx has a good laptop battery life and with its good screen resolution it runs a myriad of games without any complications.

Specifications

• Processor - 2.1GHz Intel Core 2 Duo P7450
• Memory - 4GB RAM
• Storage - 320GB hard drive
• Graphics - Nvidia GeForce GTX 260M (1GB)
• System weight / Weight with AC adapter - 7.3 / 8.8 pounds
• Dimensions (HWD) - 1.6 x14.8 x 10.4 inches
• Operating System - Windows 7 Home Premium (64-bit)
• Screen 16 inches

These were brief reviews on some of the best gaming laptops. Before making a final purchase of the gaming laptop, make sure you conduct a detailed research of the features and specifications of the gaming laptop. Happy Gaming!