Lenovo LOQ 3i 15 - 6GB RTX 4050, 13th Gen i5-13420H, 8Gb 5200 DDR5, 512GB PCI Gen 4, FHD 144Hz (no OS) £720 @ Lenovo

Hi,

Think this maybe the cheapest way in to a Laptop RTX 4050.

To get this at this price just remove OS (£-90)

Other things worth upgrading (if you have the money)

• Screen +£50: 15.6" WQHD (2560 x 1440), IPS, Anti-Glare, Non-Touch, 100%sRGB, 350 nits, 165Hz, Narrow Bezel
• Mic +£10: FHD with Dual Microphone
• Keyboard +£20: 4 Zone RGB Backlit, Storm Grey - English (UK)

Ram is upgradable - add in another 8GB if you want, hope this helps.

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13th Gen Intel® Core™ processors. Beyond performance.
Intel's latest hybrid architecture, paired with industry-leading features, delivers the ultimate gaming experience. Stream, create and compete at the highest levels – 13th Gen Intel® Core™ processors push your gameplay beyond performance, giving you the power to do it all.

Fully powered NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ graphics cards. Beyond fast.
NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 40 Series Laptop GPUs are beyond fast for gamers and creators. They're powered by the ultra-efficient NVIDIA Ada Lovelace architecture, which delivers a quantum leap in both performance and AI-powered graphics. Experience lifelike virtual worlds with ray tracing, massively boost performance with DLSS 3, and get a competitive edge with Reflex. Discover revolutionary new ways to create and unprecedented workflow acceleration. Plus, the Max-Q suite of technologies optimizes system performance, power, battery life, and acoustics for peak efficiency.

Enjoy 3 Months of Xbox Game Pass on Lenovo LOQ Devices
Play over 100 high-quality games with your new Lenovo LOQ laptop and three months of Xbox Game Pass-including EA Play. With new games added all the time, there's always something new to play. Download and play in full fidelity or play console games from the cloud with a connected controller. See xbox.com/sub…rms

The power of AI-fueled gaming
Get ahead of the game with Lenovo AI Engine+, equipped with LA1 AI chip for a finely tuned system that uses sensors to enhance your gaming experience. A dedicated MUX Switch with NVIDIA®Advanced Optimus reduces latency, optimizes battery life, and increases FPS. Smart Engine technology keeps you on top of your game so you can unlock your true potential.

Play hard, run quiet
Move in silence and game loud with Lenovo LOQ's whisper-quiet thermal solution. Its innovative design includes up to 4 heat pipes, dual 85mm 12V high-speed fans, 28.6% larger air intake, and 24% larger outlet vents. With generous ventilation and up to 135W TDP, your gaming rig will stay cool and quiet even in public areas or library quiet zones. Enjoy uninterrupted gaming sessions without drawing unwanted attention. Upgrade to Lenovo LOQ 15IRH8 and keep your gaming sessions discreet.

Rugged design, simplicity fueled
The Lenovo LOQ 15IRH8 laptop sports a rugged, practical, sleek design and a signature gaming rear I/O dashboard. It comes with a wide array of ports for easy access and a clean look. Available in Storm Grey with a built-in 720P or 1080P camera sporting an e-privacy shutter for greater privacy. Built to strict MIL-STD 810H US military-grade standards for ultimate durability, this laptop is as tough as the characters you play as.

Greatness on display
Elevate your gaming experience on a 15.6″ WQHD display. Your games will come to life with a lightning-fast 165Hz variable refresh rate, lifelike colors with 100% sRGB and a bright 350-nit screen. Plus, DC dimming ensures low power consumption, helping extend battery life for those long gaming sessions on the go. Get lost in the game and upgrade your display game with the Lenovo LOQ 15IRH8 laptop.

Dominate with ergonomic precision and accuracy
Unlock your ultimate typing and gaming potential with the Lenovo LOQ keyboard. With classic tactile touch-feel and 1.5mm key travel, you'll enjoy lightning-fast actuation and 100% anti-ghosting for unmatched accuracy. The full-sized arrow keys and number pad help you stay in control in any scenario. Plus, the optional 4-zone RGB backlighting lets you add some gaming sauce to your setup.

Future-proof expandability
Upgrade your gaming experience with limitless expandability on the Lenovo LOQ 15IRH8 laptop. With up to 32GB of DDR5 memory and 1TB of PCIe Gen4 storage, you can switch between gaming, streaming, and creating without any lag or slow boot-up times. Plus, with 2 SSD slots and an open M.2 slot, you can easily add a second drive for even more storage. No need to delete your favorite games anymore!

Charge up your game
Push your battery life to its max and embrace the industry-shaking Super Rapid Charge. Charge up your 60Whr battery in a heartbeat—from 0 to 30% in 10 minutes, 0 to 70% in 30 minutes, and 0 to 100% in 80 minutes. With support for powerful 140W charging via USB-C, you'll have all the power you need when you need it, so you can focus on owning the competition instead of finding an outlet.

Nahimic® Audio by SteelSeries for gamers
Elevate your gaming experience with Nahimic by SteelSeries, designed specifically for gamers. Enjoy unparalleled immersive 3D audio and crystal-clear communication with your teammates. With the ability to mix and share audio streaming like a pro, Nahimic allows you to immerse yourself in your games and truly live them fully.

Secure the Lenovo Vantage
Lenovo Vantage helps you optimize settings to elevate your gaming experience. You can adjust, customize, and maximize your laptop’s capabilities through our all-in-one suite of tools. With our real-time performance dashboard, overclocking controls, and AI-performance tuning with intelligent fan controls, nothing stands in the way of your success.

Ports & Slots

• 2 x USB-A 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps)
• 2Ethernet (RJ45)
• 3HDMI 2.1
• 4Power-in
• 5Electronic e-shutter switch
• 6USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps)
• 7USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps, DisplayPort™ 1.4, 140W power delivery)
• 8Headphone/mic combo

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