8 Best Gaming Laptops under $2000 for 2019 Get Ready to Frag Your EnemiesByVaidyanathan Subramaniam-January 7, 2019 1230 All Intel 8th generation 45W Core i7-8750H hexacore Cpu laptops are provided in this list. Currently this is the best Processor available for laptops in this Tdp range and these should be easily up to the task until the latest 9th generation chips come out. The other commonality is that all of these laptops are either in a standard or MaxQ version with a Nvidia GeForce Gtx 1070 Gpu. This is a very powerful Gpu that can easily do Fhd gaming in most modern titles at 100 fps and even 1440p depending on the game and settings as well. MaxQ is basically a low-power version designed for laptops with thin gaming capabilities. It is more or less the same Gtx 1070, but due to the lower power delivery it has up to 15 per cent lower performance. Other components like Ram and Nvme storage are pretty much standard and in each of those notebooks you should expect the best-performing ones. So with that knowledge we present you the 8 best gaming laptops under $2000 to buy in 2019 that will satiate your appetite for gaming.
1. Asus Rog Zephyrus 5
Asus Rog Zephyrus 5 Specs: Intel Core i7-8750H Cpu 16 Gb Ram 512 Gb Ssd Gpu/Display: Nvidia GeForce Gtx 1070 MaxQ/ 15.6-inch Fhd 144 Hz Ips display Ports: 2x Usb Type-C 3x Usb 3.0 1x Hdmi-out 1x 3.5mm combo audio jack Dimensions (W x H x D): 14.17 x 0.62 x 10.55 in Asus Rog Zephyrus 5 is one of the best gaming laptops under $20.00. Unlike many other gaming laptops, the Zephyrus is configurational and design-related. It is powered by Ddr4 Ram’s 45W Intel Core i7-8750H Cpu 16 Gb, a 512Gb Nvme Ssd, and a 8Gb Vram Nvidia GeForce Gtx 1070. The screen is one of the best we’ve seen on a gaming laptop and although it’s not a 4 K monitor it provides a 144 Hz refresh rate for tear-free smooth visuals with 3ms response time. The cooling system is also well designed and the Asus Aura Rgb gaming keyboard in the laptop can be customized to 4-zone. The keyboard is provided nearer to the user than the screen. Isolating the upper deck helps to improve airflow and prevents the user from feeling the heat resulting in a better experience of playing. The Asus Rog Zephyrus 5 is a decent laptop for gaming but it does have some issues. The extremely thin profile (for a gaming laptop) means eventual throttling can occur at full charge. The Gtx 1070 is also a version of MaxQ which means it is clocked lower than a traditional Gtx 1070 Gpu laptop. The panel is also known to leak, and no port is available on Ethernet or Thunderbolt 3. Pros: Outstanding specifications Good gaming performance Cons: Gpu is not a MaxQ variant of Ethernet and Tb3 ports.Dimensions (W x H x D): 15.47 x 0.74 x 10.47 in $1334.90 The Acer Predator Triton 700 looks thin but does not undervalue its capacity. There is no denying that it is the most powerful thin gaming laptop around. Even though it has a 7th Core i7 Cpu, it is still perfect for any game you throw at it. The 32 Gb of memory and Pcie Nvme Ssd’s ultra-fast 512 Gb ensure zero bottlenecks. The Triton 700 sports the Nvidia GeForce Gtx 1080 MaxQ Gpu that should be able to handle the new Aaa titles at 1080p maximum settings in excess of 120 fps. The Triton 700 features an unusual design with the keyboard toward the lower deck and the upper area providing ample ventilation space. The Acer Predator Triton 700 offers superb performance without any thermal problems. But the compact design doesn’t come cheap and the location of the trackpad is not practical. Battery life is small, and there is inadequate bass for the onboard speakers. Given some drawbacks the Triton 700 excels out there as one of the best laptops for gaming. Pros: Gtx 1080 screen
3 in a lightweight G-Sync 120 Hz frame. Hp Omen 15
1233 Hp Omen 15 Gpu / Monitor: Nvidia GeForce Gtx 1070 MaxQ/15.6-inch Fhd 144 Hz G-Sync Hdr monitor Monitor Ports: 3x Usb 3.1 1x Usb 3.1 Type-C 1x Hdmi 2.0 1x MiniDp 1x Gigabit Ethernet 1x 3.5 mm Line-in 1x 3.5 mm headphone jack Dimensions (W x H x D): 14.17 x 1.02 x 10.35 in $1495.69 Hp’s Omen lineup of gaming laptops and desktop The Omen 15 provides a generous 32 Gb of Ram and a Gtx 1070 for graphics processing to the new Intel Core i7-8750H Cpu Playing the games on this laptop’s 144 Hz G-Sync screen is a treat and many will certainly enjoy it. The keyboard provides a Led backlight, but this is restricted to only the red color, so in a professional setting it would restrict the use of this notebook. Hp might have lowered red accents to make the laptop available to gamers and professionals alike. Thanks to B O-tuned speakers the Omen 15 provides an improved audio experience. Pros: Ample amount of Ram Vibrant G-Sync monitor Cons: Gtx 1070 is a MaxQ version Needs undervolting to minimize times
4. Sager Np8955
Sager Np8955 Specs: Intel Core i7-8750H Processor 32 Gb Ram 500 Gb Ssd Gpu / Monitor: Nvidia GeForce Gtx 1070 MaxQ/ 15.6-inch Fhd 144 Hz Ips Display Ports: 1x Hdmi-out 2x Mini DisplayPort 1.3 3x Usb 3.0 2 Usb 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C 1x 3.5 mm stereo audio jack 1x 3.5 mm Line-out 1x Gigabit Ethernet 6-in-1 Card Reader Dimensions (W x H x D): 14. Xotic Pc is another Clevo-inspired brand and the Xpc P955Er is not very unlike the previously described Sager Np8955. You get a Gtx 1070 MaxQ and a 144 Hz non-Gsync monitor with the same Core i7-8750H 45W Cpu. The only difference is that in the Sager the Xpc is providing 16 Gb of Ram against the 32 Gb. Nevertheless, when ordering you have a wide choice of components to choose so that you can customize the system as much as you want. The Xpc does not deliver a Thunderbolt 3 port like the Sager but you don’t need to worry much. Thunderbolt 3 is better used to connect eGpus and you wouldn’t find much use with this since the Xpc already has a powerful Gpu. Of course one lacks the ability to connect Thunderbolt 3 external Ssds but those are very few in number and the extra price is not really worth it. Pros: Strong part range Excellent performance Cons: None in itself 6. Asus Rog Strix Gl703Gs
1235 Asus Rog Strix Gl703Gs Specs: Intel Core i7-8750H Cpu 32 Gb Ram 500 Gb Ssd Ports: 1x Hdmi-out 1x Mini DisplayPort 1.3 4x Usb 3.1 1x Usb 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C 1x 3.5 mm Combo Audio Jack 1x Gigabit Ethernet Sd Card Reader Dimensions (W x H x D): 16.2 x 0.9 x 10.8 in If you can stretch your budget just a little bit the Asus Rog Strii Dimensions The Gl703Gs provides a massive Fhd 144 Hz 17.3-inch display with an excellent response time of just 3 ms. The panel is not a G-Sync screen but the Gtx 1070 will have little trouble taking full advantage of the high refresh rates more so given this is not a MaxQ edition. The Intel Core i7-8750H is combined with 16 Gb of 2666 Mhz Dd4 Ram and this makes the laptop performance in nearly all tests decent. It goes without saying that gaming is amazing and you’ll see most of the modern games reaching the 100 fps mark. This laptop also has a decent port range, and is compact enough to be comfortably lugged around. With this laptop, there are not many misgivings apart from the fact that it heats up quite a bit during testing. The best part is that you get plenty of Rog accessories with the kit when you buy from the connection above. These include the Rog Xranger gaming bag, the Rog Gladius Ii Origin gaming mouse, the Rog Strix Edge gaming mouse pad Rog Gamepad wireless game controller, and the Rog Ranger portable case-all for a combined value of $370. Pros: Good specs In kit
7, lots of free goodies. Eluktronics Pa71Es-G
1236 Eluktronics Pa71Es-G Gpu / Display: Nvidia GeForce Gtx 1070/17.3-inch Fhd 144 Hz G-Sync Ips Ports: 1x Thunderbolt 3 4x Usb 3.0 1x Hdmi 2.0 2x Mini DisplayPort v1.3 1x Gigabit Ethernet 1x 3.5 mm Line-out 1x Line-in 6-in-1 Sd Card reader Dimensions (W x H x D):16.47 x 11.29 x 0.98 in Eluktronics The Pa71Es-G is a Vr-ready gaming laptop which sports an integrated G-Sync display. It sports the new Ddr4 Ram 512 Gb Nvme Ssd Intel Core i7-8750H hexacore Cpu 16 Gb and a GeForce Gtx 1070 with 8 Gb Vram. The Pa71Es-G offers a 144 Hz Fhd Ips screen, which gamers and content creators would love as much. The keyboard supports adjustable Rgb backlighting and the touchpad is powered by Windows Precision drivers to make for a good experience by typing and using the TouchPad. This laptop is a treat not only for the eyes but also for the ears as it features a SoundBlaster X-Pro Gaming 720 soundcard and a built-in 4W subwoofer. Few gaming laptops, like Eluktronics, offer this kind of feature-set for the price. According to Amazon customers their service is fantastic and there’s little to no bloatware on the system. All in all a fantastic recommendation if you’re serious about success in gaming.Specifications: Intel Core i7-8750H 16 Gb Ram 256 Gb Nvme Ssd Gpu / Display: Nvidia GeForce Gtx 1070/15.6-inch Fhd 144 Hz G-Sync Ips Ports: 1x Thunderbolt 3 1x Usb Type-C 3x Usb 3.0 1x Hdmi 2.0 1x Mini DisplayPort v1.3 1x Gigabit Ethernet 1x 3.5 mm Headphone Jack 1x Line-in 6-in-1 Sd Card reader Dimensions (W x H x D):14.08 x 0.69 x 9.75 in $140 Also on the higher side are thermal emissions but this is understandable considering the slim chassis. Pros: Great looks and efficiency Cons: Throttling under load Runs hot