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Gaming Laptop Features

• Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)

  Most games are GPU-dependent and very often this can't be upgraded on a laptop. So, for happy laptop gaming for years to come invest in a one with the best GPU you can afford. Most gaming laptops come with Nvidia GeForce GTX or RTX GPUs. For entry-level gaming, a GTX 1650 is ample while the powerful and expensive RTX 2080 Ti can cope with the most advanced special effects.

• RAM

  RAM stands for random access memory, and essentially the more RAM your CPU has the easier its job is. For a gaming laptop that has lots to process, RAM capability should be between 8GB and 16GB. This, however, is a feature that can be upgraded on most gaming laptops.

• Storage

  Storage is vital gaming laptops as most games take up a lot of space! For extra storage consider adding an SSD or HDD to your purchase, which can give you an additional 1 TB or more.

• Screen Size and Weight

  These are a balance between optimal visuals and portability. The larger the screen size, the greater the gaming enjoyment but larger screens generally come with a heavier weight which sacrifices portability. The best marriage of visuals and portability is a screen size of around 15.6-inches. High-spec gaming laptops weigh between 2.3 and 2.6 kg.

• Display

  If you are using your laptop as a freestanding console for gaming, then the quality of the display screen is vital. The best is a 2560 x 1440 pixel display. Avoid touch screens, they're deadly for battery life.

• Speakers

  Integral speakers on gaming laptops vary widely in quality and technical specs. For really epic sound, consider adding some external speakers to your accessories shopping list.

• Keyboards

  The sturdiness and resistance of keys is an important factor as they get a lot of wear when gaming. For night and day playing, choose a keyboard with RGB backlighting.

• Connectivity

  There are two elements of connectivity. You might want to simply connect your gaming laptop to a larger PC screen, separate monitor or TV for better visuals. An HDMI port is the usual way of doing this. For online gaming, reliable and high-speed WiFi connectivity is an essential feature. For the best play, ensure your gaming laptop is certified for 802.11ac Wi-Fi.