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TIPS TO CONSIDER WHEN BUYING A GAMING LAPTOP

By Kendall Jenkins on 2021-11-26 16:50:00

Laptops will serve a variety of functions for each individual. In some circumstances, it will be the item you need every day to get your work done, while in others, it will be a method to remain in touch with friends and family worldwide.

In addition, computers are pretty popular among gamers. Despite the popularity of mobile gaming and traditional consoles, many games can be played on a laptop. For example, online slots such as slots UK are also games that you can enjoy playing on your computer, just to mention a few. 

So, if gaming is your passion, you'll need to select a gaming laptop. However, it might be challenging to narrow them down with hundreds to pick from as you search for the ideal one. As a result, we shall highlight three points to consider before purchasing a new model.

Graphics and display cards

Of course, one of the most important aspects of playing on a laptop is the visual component. You'll need a screen that's large and clear enough to appreciate the game's visuals fully. That means the first thing to consider is screen size, with 13 to 17-inch panels being the most prevalent, so you should look for 15.6 to 17-inch screens in general.

Furthermore, the resolution must be considered, with more pixels resulting in sharper visuals. However, 4K screens may consume a lot of power, causing the system to slow down in other areas, so it's something to keep in mind.

This is when graphics enter the picture. Many laptops will promise high-end specifications, SSD hard drives, and i7 CPUs, but integrated graphics cards can only go you so far. Even the most basic dedicated GeForce cards will easily surpass integrated Intel graphics. Therefore this should be considered in tandem while seeking increasingly demanding displays. For example, 4K gaming is highly demanding, necessitating a high-spec dedicated graphics card with at least 4GB of virtual memory.

CPU

The central processing unit, or CPU, is essential for every laptop since it determines how fast and efficient the computer is. An Intel Core i5 CPU is suggested as the minimum need for gaming, guaranteeing that you can run games at the required capacity. AMD counterparts function just as well, and i7s and higher are suggested to ensure that your processor doesn't bottleneck more capable dedicated GPUs.

Each game has distinct hardware requirements, but it may not be enjoyable if your CPU isn't up to the task.

RAM

Finally, when shopping for a laptop, you may come across references to Random Access Memory (RAM) that you are unfamiliar with. It stores data for the CPU, and the more you have, the more tasks you can perform at once. So, if you intend to play games and use the laptop for various purposes, you'll need additional RAM.

In general, 8GB should be plenty to play the most popular games, but anything less might be problematic. Then, if you intend to utilize the laptop for more complex gaming, you should choose 16GB or 32GB versions.

Finally, technological improvements in recent years have made today an extraordinary moment to be a gamer, with so many alternatives accessible to you. One of these is gaming on a laptop, but you must know which one to purchase to give the most satisfactory gaming experience possible.

Conclusion

As you can see, several elements should be considered before making a selection. Good luck!

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