

MSI may not have adopted an 18-inch display on its flagship laptop, but in our testing, we were still enamored. Some come with full-size Nvidia GeForce RTX graphics cards, while others go for the more efficient Max-Q designs that enable thinner chassis and (sometimes) quieter fans.

Thankfully, there are more gaming laptop options now than ever, from budget-friendly to desktop replacements.

For those on a tight gaming budget, we've have dedicated pages for the best gaming laptops under $1,500 and the best gaming laptops under $1,000. Our picks here are often high-end models (we're an enthusiast site, after all), but most come in various configurations at various price points. Sure, a high-end PC over $5,000 might have the highest-end graphics and a great display for a killer gaming experience, but most of us can't afford a rig like that. The best gaming laptops are varied, ranging from thick machines with the most powerful components to slim, efficient machines to cheaper laptops made of plastic.
