The cooling system makes many computers heavier, with the Alienware m14 R4 gaming laptop weighing 2.34kg as one example. However, not all laptops are too hefty; for example, the Razer Blade 14 and the Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 each weigh 1.78kg and 1.6kg. The top 10 heaviest laptops are shown below.
1. MSI GE76 Raider
The MSI GE76 Raider is the closest you can get to a laptop with desktop-level capabilities, but you might have to fork out a sizable sum of money to buy it. One of its major components is the Intel Core i9-12900HK, while another is the Nvidia GeForce RTX 3080 Ti. The front of the Raider has a sizable RGB light bar, which when used in conjunction with the key lighting at night produces an impressive appearance. A failure to mention this would be negligent.
2. Razer Blade 15
Razer’s Blade 15 lineup has lost the “Advanced” and “Base” models, but the remaining model is still a very good, thin, and stylish gaming laptop. The Blade 15 is still a fan favourite because of its potent performance and slim design (only 4.4 pounds and 0.57 inches).
3. Alienware x17 R2
The Alienware design, which made its debut last year, is stunning. The laptop looks sleek and contemporary, yet it is still clearly a gaming laptop. However, at 6.82 pounds, it is a little heavier than its competitors, so you shouldn’t carry it about too often.
4. Acer Nitro 5
We’ve long considered the Acer Nitro 5 to be the best gaming laptop for people on a tight budget. The most recent model we tested, which has an Intel Core i5-12500H and an Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 Ti, offers respectable performance for the cost as long as you’re ready to play select games at lower settings. A fresh, more developed design from Acer is now present on the Nitro 5. Being less angular and having fewer red accents prevents it from shouting as loudly that it is a gaming laptop.
5. HP Victus
While most games can be played at least on medium settings, some must be played on low settings right away after purchase. However, you get a 1080p, 144 Hz display for games that the GTX 1650 can push to high frame rates. When using the Victus for productive duties at work or school, the 12th Gen H-series Intel processor is no pushover.
6. Asus ROG Strix Scar 17 SE
The Asus ROG Strix Scar 17 SE provides top-notch esports performance. Although this laptop is pricey, the Intel Core i9-12950HX and Nvidia GeForce RTX 3080 Ti are able to handle the demanding visuals of high-end games and advance the boundaries of esports. It is possible to play video games at high resolution, high frame rate, or both on a 2560 x 1440, 240 Hz panel.
7. Asus ROG Zephyrus G14
If you’re a mobile PC gamer, a little computer like the Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 might be ideal for you. In the Zephyrus, AMD’s proprietary features like SmartShift (which alternates power between the CPU and GPU) and SmartAccess Memory are included in addition to AMD’s Ryzen 9 6900HS and Radeon RX 6800S.
8. Lenovo Legion 5i Pro
The Lenovo Legion 5i Pro offers exceptional performance with a screen that can switch between high resolution for more cinematic games and a rapid refresh rate for esports. It boasts a 16-inch panel with a resolution of 2560 x 1600 and a top frequency of 165 Hz. It finds a solid balance even if it’s not the fastest performance we’ve seen on a gaming laptop.
9. Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo 15 SE GX551
The most recent ROG Zephyrus Duo from Asus includes a second screen that pops up to promote ventilation and improve cooling, as well as an Nvidia GeForce RTX 3080 graphics card and AMD’s top-tier RYzen 9 5900HX processor for powerful performance. It has a good battery life at a little over 4 hours and 52 minutes on our battery test, and the two displays are both brilliant and colourful (for a gaming notebook, anyway).
10. Acer Predator Helios 300
It’s still a fantastic purchase, especially given the price and screen size. The Helios 300 is offered in 17.3-inch and 15.6-inch versions and has a 15.6-inch, 144Hz screen. Budget-friendly MSI Katana GF66 runs better than Helios 300 overall (mostly because of its large SSD), but Helios 300 has a superior display.
