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The Ultimate Gaming Laptop Gift Guide

The rise of eSports and web3 has breathed new life into PC gaming. It has always been a popular pastime with a dedicated base, but the stakes have been raised in recent years as gamers look to monetize their exploits through streaming and play-to-earn platforms.

To have a chance at succeeding in this burgeoning industry, professional gamers need a top-tier setup that can withstand the rigors of high-intensity online playing. Powerful laptops rivaling custom PC builds are now available, allowing fervent gamers to keep doing what they love while on-the-go. That’s why we have curated the Ultimate Gift Guide for the gamer in your life.

MSI Sword 17

The MSI Sword 17 A11UD-642 Gaming Notebook Computer enables convenient gaming on-the-go without failing gamers on its performance. It is powered by the 11th Gen Intel Core i7-11800H 8-core CPU with a speed of 2.4GHz which supplies your system with enough power to accomplish game levels that requires a lot from the machine. It comes with an astonishing 16GB of DDR4 memory to aid with multitasking, and 512GB of SSD storage to take in a wide variety of data and files.

Moreover, the MSI Sword 17 A11UD-642 is furnished with a Thin Bezel IPS widescreen display of 17.3” with a resolution of Full HD 1920×1080. This shows off your content with full clarity, precision, colors, and details to work on your materials with more accuracy. It is also equipped with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti, a 720p webcam, Bluetooth 5.1, 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1/ 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1/ 1x USB 2.0 ports, and runs on Windows 11 Home 64-bit operating system which offers a simple yet intuitive interface.

$1,300

Acer Predator Helios 300

Equipped with superior cooling technology, a blisteringly fast display, and a trove of performance-enhancing features – this gaming laptop will be your guide to gaming bliss. Powered by the 11th Gen Intel Core i7-11800H 8-Core Processor with a speed of 2.3GHz, this notebook can handle marathon and intense gaming sessions without letting gamers suffer from frequent system breakdowns. It is also decked with an astounding memory of 16GB DDR4 which augments your system’s ability to multitask, and 1TB of SSD storage to make room for your favorite games, as well as other important data and files.

In addition to this, the Acer Predator Helios 300 is decked with an IPS LED-backlit widescreen display of 15.6” with a resolution of Full HD 1920×1080. This makes sure your games’ visuals appear with full clarity, precision, colors, and details for an indulging and more exciting gaming experience. It is also armed with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060, an integrated webcam, Bluetooth 5.1, 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2/ 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2/ 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports, and runs on Windows 10 Pro operating system which offers a simple yet intuitive user interface.

$1,500

Acer Nitro 5

Explore and enjoy a great level of gaming with this Acer Nitro 5 AN515-45 Gaming Notebook PC. It reigns over the game world with the combined power of an advanced processor and excellent graphics. Powered by the AMD Ryzen 7 5800H Eight-Core processor with a speed of 3.2GHz along with 16GB DDR4 memory so that you can enjoy battling your foes without experiencing any lag.

The inclusion of 256GB SSD storage is enough for you to store downloaded games, movies, documents, and applications. It comes with a 15.6″ IPS LED backlight display which ensures true to life colored visuals at 1920×1080 Full HD resolution.

Driven by the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 with dedicated 4GB GDDR6 memory that will bring high-quality graphics and smooth gaming experience even playing the latest AAA games at high quality without worrying about frame rates. Moreover, it is installed with the Windows 10 Professional 64-bit operating system to provide a user-friendly interface. 

$1,000

MSI GE66 Raider

The MSI GE66 11UG-271 Raider Gaming Laptop Computer takes gamers into a roller coaster ride of action, intensity, and fulfillment in every gaming session. Packed with the 11th Gen Intel Core i9-11980HK Processor with a speed of 2.6GHz, it can smoothly handle the most exhausting and intense marathon gaming without breaking down. It also comes with 32GB of DDR4 memory to assist with multitasking and 1TB of SSD storage which accommodates essential data, files, and your favorite games.

Aside from this, the MSI GE66 11UG-271 highlights a widescreen display of 15.6” with a resolution of QHD 2560×1440. With these features, your game’s visuals and content are shown off with spectacular clarity, precision, colors, and details that get professionals working with higher accuracy and more enthusiasm. It is also armed with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070, Bluetooth connectivity, an integrated webcam, 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2/ 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports and runs on Windows 10 Home 64-bit operating system which offers a simple yet intuitive interface.

$2,510

MSI Stealth GS66

 A combination of gaming and business features, the Stealth series is made for anything and everything a user may need.

The Stealth features an ultra-thin and light design with sleek black metal chassis. Powered by Intel Core i7-12700H 3.5GHz CPU, this computer brings flexible and powerful functionality and performance with you wherever you are and at any time you want to. It is also armed with a memory of 32GB RAM to aid with multitasking, and 1TB SSD storage to take in important data and files.

The desktop features integrated graphics and a 15.6″ QHD Display. With these, your visuals and content are showcased with full clarity, precision, colors, and details so users can work with more accuracy on various materials. It also comes equipped with integrated USB ports and runs on Windows 11 Professional 64-bit operating system which offers a user-friendly interface.

$3,325

MSI Pulse GL66

The MSI Pulse GL66 11UCK-1249 Gaming Laptop is not just your regular gaming machine for it comes with a powerful processor and best components to support your gameplay. Packed with the 11th Gen Intel Core i7-11800H 8-Core processor with a speed of 2.3GHz, it gives your system the support it needs while dealing with the most intensive marathon gaming sessions. This is supported by 16GB DDR4 memory which boosts multitasking, and 1TB of SSD storage to keep all data and files in place.

To achieve a complete user experience, the MSI Pulse GL66 11UCK-1249 Gaming Laptop is decked with a widescreen display of 15.6″ and has a resolution of 1920 x 1080. This brings all content into sight with the most impressive clarity, precision, colors, and details to achieve a highly-gratifying viewing experience. It is also equipped with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 graphics card, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity, an integrated webcam, 2x USB 3.2 Gen1 / 1x USB 2.0 / 1x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type C ports, and runs on Windows 11 Home which offers a more optimized and personalized user experience.

$1,100

Acer TravelMate P2

The Acer TravelMate P2 TMP215-41 Notebook Computer is equipped with the latest advances in technology that this generation needs to easily keep up with the ever-growing needs of every consumer. It is packed with the AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 5850U Processor with a speed of 1.9GHz which plays an important role in the execution of various tasks and activities while preventing your system from breaking down. This is aided by a memory of 8GB DDR4 which boosts multitasking, and 256GB of SSD storage which makes room for the most important data and files while providing quick system boot-ups.

Moreover, the Acer TravelMate P2 TMP215-41 is decked with a widescreen display of 15.6” with a resolution of Full HD 1920×1080. This brings your content into sight with full clarity and precision for a spectacular viewing experience. It is also armed with an integrated webcam, Bluetooth 5.0, 1x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2/ 3x USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports, and runs on Windows 10 Professional operating system which offers a user-friendly interface for seamless navigation.

$824

MSI Crosshair 15

The MSI Crosshair 15 Gaming Notebook Computer presents a compelling processing power, remarkable memory, enormous storage, and impressive durability that would surely satisfy the needs and wants of various gamers. It is packed with the 11th Gen Intel Core i7-11800H 8-Core CPU with a speed of 2.3GHz which lets gaming enthusiasts experience exceptional functionality while playing their most exciting games. This is aided by 8GB of DDR4 SDRAM to augment multitasking, and a storage of 512GB SSD to accommodate a wide variety of data and files while providing quick system boot-ups.

Additionally, the MSI Crosshair 15 highlights an LED-backlit widescreen display of 15.6” with a resolution of Full HD 1920×1080. This shows off your visuals and content with full clarity, precision, colors, and details to achieve more accuracy while working on various materials. It is also equipped with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti, Bluetooth connectivity, an integrated webcam, 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1/ 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports, and runs on Windows 11 Home operating system which offers a simple yet intuitive interface.

$1,260

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