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Desktop replacement laptops occupy a unique position in the PC market. These computers target gamers, video editors, and 3D artists, promising excellent desktop-class performance in a compact form factor. But cramming high-end hardware into a laptop means trade-offs in cooling, power consumption, upgradeability, and performance.

Gaming laptops used to require a handful of compromises in order to achieve a fraction of what a less expensive desktop PC was capable of, but the Lenovo Legion 5i is a shining example of how far lightweight portable gaming devices have come. CGMagazine has reviewed previous versions of Lenovo’s Legion series, and thankfully, their…

ARM laptops are getting really powerful. You get the energy efficiency, but also a much more powerful CPU and GPU. The Microsoft Surface Laptop Ultra with the NVIDIA RTX Spark and the Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch with the M5 Pro cost the same and offer the same memory and storage options. But differences in processor…

Chuwi has expanded its gaming laptop lineup with the new GameBook Max, an 18-inch machine powered by Intel processors and Nvidia GeForce RTX graphics. The latest model takes a somewhat different approach from the last-gen GameBook, which we reviewed last year. While the display has grown considerably, some of the underlying hardware has actually been…

In 2026, buying a laptop isn’t just about comparing pricing and processing speeds. Even a $1,500 laptop can be a bad deal if it has insufficient RAM, a subpar screen, few upgrade options, and a short battery life. Those who understand the differences between processors, graphics, memory, storage, and displays can choose a laptop that…

MSI’s Vector 16 HX AI is discounted to $1,649, saving $350. It pairs an RTX 5070 Ti 12GB with a 16-inch 144Hz display and Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX; its 16GB of RAM is upgradeable, and it includes dual Thunderbolt 5 ports.

Gaming laptops have always involved some compromise between performance and portability, but the Alienware 16 Area-51 Gaming Laptop doesn’t seem particularly interested in pretending otherwise. This flagship gaming system is designed to pack serious performance into something you can pick up and take with you, even if your shoulders might have something to say about…

Gaming laptops have always had to balance performance and portability, but you don’t necessarily need an enormous desktop replacement to enjoy demanding games away from home. The Lenovo LOQ 15IPH11 Gaming Laptop takes a more restrained approach, packing some capable hardware into a relatively understated 15.3-inch chassis while still delivering the display and gaming-focused features…

We’re just a few hours away from Amazon’s annual Prime Big Deal Days sale, which starts on Oct. 6 and runs for 48 hours of deep discounts for Prime members and ordinary folks alike. That said, smart shoppers know that showing up early is the best way to get sneaky deals, and gaming PCs are…

If you frequent Amazon for its many tech sales, you don’t want to miss its Prime Day savings, which promise slashed prices across the board (with some deeply discounted). PC gamers looking for a new laptop to power their Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 or Cyberpunk 2077 sessions will find a lot to like…