Best gaming laptops with GeForce RTX 40 graphics card** up to PLN 10,000

The MSI Katana 15 B13VGK [B13VGK-1493XPL] laptop provides the user with an effective platform for realizing the gaming potential with high graphics settings and realism. The flow Rate of the main components is sufficient to run resource-intensive applications, quickly process data and improve the display of each frame in real time using artificial intelligence algorithms (DLSS, ray tracing). The RTX 4070 video adapter is built on the latest Ada Lovelace architecture and is complemented by a set of Q-Max technologies, which ensures a consistently high FPS in games (150+ frames for popular Forza Horizon 4, Battlefield 5, Far Cry 5 at FHD). The IPS screen allows you to fully reveal the advantages of the hardware due to the frequency of 144 Hz.

The manufacturer uses Shared-Pipe technology when implementing the cooling system. The ventilation channels are optimally located to ensure the efficient operation of two coolers. Heat pipes pass through the processor and video card simultaneously, which improves heat transfer and dissipation. MSI Cooler Boost 5 software will help you find the optimal balance between noise and flow Rate.

Among other things, we can note the pleasant zonal backlight in the RGB range and the dedicated WASD block. The key travel is average, which makes the keyboard convenient for both gaming and typing. The weak point of the device is its battery life, which does not exceed 5-6 hours even with minimal load (movies, browser), not to mention gaming.

The Asus TUF Gaming A15 2024 FA507UI [FA507UI-LP033W] laptop stands out with a set of technologies and functions that improve flow Rate, optimize cooling and noise, and increase endurance during active use outside the home. An important feature is compliance with the MIL-STD-810H standard, which makes the laptop stable in non-standard conditions - high humidity, falling from a small height, vibration during transportation, working from the lap. The Overstroke keyboard is designed for gaming loads and aggressive control by the user. It is complemented by customizable RGB backlighting. The cooling system based on two Arc Flow fans with 3D blades is quite effective, but slight temperature increases are possible in the most demanding games (Shadow of the Tomb Raider, CyberPunk 2077).

The Ryzen 9 8945HS processor is capable of handling most complex tasks without delays. The manufacturer has optimized the built-in AI, which has significantly improved its flow Rate compared to the 7000 series (for example, video encoding is 36% faster). The graphics are handled by the familiar GeForce 4070 from NVIDIA, which is also based on artificial intelligence algorithms and provides truly realistic gaming when ray tracing and DLSS are activated. Advanced Optimus support ensures rational use of resources and balanced power consumption thanks to automatic switching between the integrated and discrete graphics card.

Two standard speakers produce high-quality and loud stereo sound thanks to the Dolby Atmos standard. The display is standard and stands out only for its good frequency of 144 Hz with NVIDIA G-SYNC support for smooth gaming and increased detail. The USB 4 port deserves special attention, which will allow you to connect and power any peripherals, quickly copy data and charge gadgets with Power Delivery support. The laptop has limited autonomy, but the problem can be solved with fast charging.

At CES 2024, Gigabyte unveiled its most powerful AORUS gaming laptop, and a little later brought more affordable options, including the AORUS 16X 9SG, which we will talk about. Technically, it is based on the same platform as the flagship, only with a lower level of hardware: instead of the top-end Core i9, it has a younger, but still incredibly powerful 20-core Core i7 13650HX processor, and instead of the GeForce RTX 4080 graphics card, it uses a more compact RTX 4070 with a high TDP of 140 W and support for the proprietary DLSS 3 upscaling technology with frame generation. The laptop also has a pair of DDR5 modules with a total capacity of 16 GB and a fast SSD drive with PCI-E 4.0 bus support and a memory reserve of 1024 GB, which is already familiar for this class.

In addition to the productive filling, the laptop has a number of interesting solutions. In particular, the integration of artificial intelligence based on Microsoft Azure AI controls the fan settings and optimizes energy consumption based on recognized gaming profiles. Therefore, under moderate load, the laptop uses the charge quite economically, and the coolers are practically silent. But when constantly working at the limit, the cooling system can hardly be called quiet. And the built-in backlight on the rear panel can project the AORUS logo onto the wall behind. Well, one cannot fail to note the high-quality screen of the laptop: the 16-inch IPS sensor has a resolution of 2560x1600, the response time is moderate 3 ms, the refresh rate reaches 165 Hz, and the color rendering meets Pantone standards.

Considering that the AORUS 16X 9SG is built on the same chassis as the older model, it has the most advanced equipment: there is HDMI 2.1, USB4 with Thunderbolt 4, a card reader, powerful charging with Power Delivery, a 3D face scanner and an advanced wireless module with WiFi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4. The built-in speakers sound great and support Dolby Atmos. Quite a comfortable keyboard supports N-Key Rollover, as well as macro settings and three-zone RGB backlighting in the Control Center software. And despite the rather thick case (27 mm), the built-in cooling system confidently copes with heating.

The MSI Sword 16 HX B14VGKG is in the middle of the company's lineup, ahead of the more affordable Katanas, but inferior to the top-end Titan and Raider laptops. The model provides an excellent balance between price and flow Rate and is ideal for fairly demanding gaming blockbusters in 2K resolution. This modification is equipped with a 20-core Intel Core i7 14700HX processor, which is significantly superior to the Meteor Lake series processors, 16 GB of DDR5-5600 RAM and 1 TB of built-in storage. As is classic for pre-sweat laptops, the mobile version of the GeForce RTX 4070 with 8 GB of memory, TDP 105 W and support for DLSS 3 technologies is responsible for gaming flow Rate.

Over the years of the Sword series, the laptops of the series have remained virtually unchanged visually, and this model is no exception. The matte plastic case is moderately thin and light (by the standards of gaming laptops), the assembly is high-quality, and the overall style is reminiscent not so much of classic gaming laptops as of strict premium laptops. The only thing that reminds us of the gaming focus is the keyboard with dedicated WASD keys and multi-colored backlighting. As before, part of the case can be easily removed to clean it from dust, add a second RAM bar or an additional SSD. And the familiar Cooler Boost cooling system is responsible for airflow the components.

Overall, the MSI Sword 16 HX justifies its price, offering a 16-inch 2K display with a refresh rate of 240 Hz and 100% coverage of the DCI P3 color spectrum. The built-in keyboard boasts a Num-pad, dedicated WASD keys and a multi-color 24-zone backlight. The built-in AI complex has 4 different work and gaming profiles that optimize flow Rate and battery life. Four USB ports provide enough options for connecting peripherals. Charging supports Power Delivery, and thanks to HDMI 2.1, you can connect modern high-end monitors to the laptop. On the other hand, for this money, we would like to see a better quality webcam, support for USB4 with Thunderbolt, as well as a faster display with a higher-end sensor.

At one time, the Legion series set a new trend for moderately strict, neat and minimalistic gaming laptops that could be used not only for gaming, but also for video editing or working with graphics, without worrying about the device looking like a hybrid of a space shuttle and a Christmas tree. Since then, Lenovo has stuck to this course, changing and optimizing minor details. The new Lenovo Legion 5 16IRX9 2024 is no exception - like its predecessors, the laptop looks strict and neat, retaining the signature protrusion with air vents, a characteristic keyboard with concave keys and a screen with thin side frames that can be opened 180 degrees.

The Legion 5 16IRX9's hardware is fully consistent with its price. The flow Rate is provided by a 16-core Core i7 14650HX processor with support for 24 threads and a maximum frequency of 5.2 GHz. The processor is supported by 32 GB of DDR5 RAM operating at a frequency of 5600 MHz and a 1024 GB NVMe SSD. The video card is a mobile version of the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 with 8 GB of memory and a maximum TDP of 140 W. In general, all components cope well with high-level loads. The video card feels confident in most modern games at a resolution of 2560x1600 with high graphics settings. And if it comes to the demanding Unreal Engine 5, you can always enable DLSS with an upscaler and Frame Generation technology. Well, the capabilities of the processor and memory are sufficient for working with medium-complexity projects in professional applications.

Otherwise, the Legion 5 has an excellent keyboard (this is a feature of the series) with 4-zone RGB backlighting and slightly concave keys, a quiet and efficient cooling system, a well-assembled case, and the ability to upgrade memory. The 16-inch IPS screen stands out with some of the best characteristics in its price category: a resolution of 2560x1600 pixels, a frequency of 240 Hz, a brightness of 500 nits, color rendering at the level of 100% sRGB, plus there is support for HDR10, Dolby Vision and NVIDIA G-Sync. In addition, the laptop is equipped with 5 USB ports (no USB4), HDMI 2.1, a modern wireless module (Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.2) and a card reader. Of the nuances, one can note the weak sound of the speakers and short battery life, which, however, is typical for most gaming laptops.