For those of us who use our computers for more than movie streaming and web browsing, the right hardware is non-negotiable. Hardcore gaming and graphic-intensive creative work require real power under the hood – something that desktop computers are often the go-to for. But the right laptop can also give you the full-throttle power you need; unlimited work and play needn’t mean being shackled to your desk.
NVIDIA-powered laptops provide an elite-level performance for software that requires a lot of processing power – all with the benefit of portability. There’s a host of different options available, all with tech specs that suit different needs. Whether you’re looking to upgrade your laptop, or find the perfect gift, take a look at our NVIDIA line up to see which one works best for you:
MSI Cyborg 15
This Intel® Core™ i7-12650H-powered gaming laptop comes fully equipped with both an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 8GB GPU and 16GB of DDR4 RAM. The ultra-efficient NVIDIA Ada Lovelace architecture means it's ready to handle almost any challenge you throw at it. Ray tracing, path tracing and ray reconstruction make for super detailed graphics when it comes to reflections and liquid textures in-game – all of which look stunning on the 15.6” 1920x1080p IPS Display, with its smooth-as-butter 144 Hz refresh rate.
Coming in at a weight of 2kg and a battery life of up to 7 hours, it’s perfect for gamers who like to play on the go, with plenty of space on the 512GB SSD to store even the largest of game files. Currently at £899.00, you can pick this up as a great Christmas bargain.
ACER NITRO 5 (with RTX 4060)
Another gaming powerhouse, this ACER laptop has the same unmatched NVIDIA GeForce RTX internal specs as the MSI Cyborg, but this time in a slightly larger body and with a whopping 1TB SSD. This is ideal for someone who likes to travel with a larger gaming library – the trade off being that it’s slightly heavier at 2.5kg and a shorter battery life of 5 hours.
If you don’t mind carrying that little extra weight to have more gaming options, and you’re looking for something on the more budget side of things (£1099), then this is the laptop for you.
ASUS TUF F15
Coming in at an even more affordable price of £769.00, this Asus laptop is excellent quality without breaking the bank. Its Intel® Core™ i5-11400H Processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 4GB architecture is more than enough to enjoy your games smoothly – with 16GB of DDR4 RAM to match the previous two models.
A 15.6 inch full 1080p HD screen does the game visuals justice and its comprehensive cooling ensures that every TUF Gaming laptop can sustain high performance and maintain effectiveness over a long-life span. This is a laptop that’s here for a good time and a long time.
ACER Predator Helios Neo
For the gamer who takes their play seriously, you can’t get more state of the art than this ACER beast. The Intel® Core™ i7-13700HX Processor, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 8GB architecture and 16GB DDR4 RAM mean that ray tracing and general gameplay are flawless and lag is at an all-time minimum.
Battery life of a hearty 8 hours has no problem powering the stunning 16” 2560x1600p IPS Display – complete with an envy-inducing 165 Hz refresh rate. Wrapped up in a 2.6kg body, it’s the heaviest on our list by a smidge, but we’re sure you’ll agree it’s worth it. Available for £1,799, this is truly a top of the range gaming laptop.
ASUS Vivobook 16X
For those of you out there who use creative, graphics-intensive software for professional work or personal creative projects, this laptop might just be for you. Its Intel® Core™ i7-12650H Processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 6GB architecture make it a dream for 3D rendering and animating, let alone 2D graphics work.
16GB DDR4 RAM means running multiple software programs at once is a breeze, while the 512GB SSD lets you store all your creative endeavours in one place. The 16” 1920x1200p IPS Display, with a 120 Hz refresh rate, keeps your visuals crystal clear and lets your eye for detail do its thing. All in a tidy 1.8kg body – nice.
You can pick up the ASUS Vivobook 16X for £1,299.00.
ACER Aspire 5
Last, but by no means least, this Intel® Core™ i7-1355U Processor-driven laptop is a creative’s dream. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2050 4 GB architecture is powered by a battery lasting up to a brilliant 7.5 hours – so you can rely on this laptop to perform throughout even the longest of train journeys.
The TwinAir Cooling system uses two fans to keep things running fast, cool and quiet, and its large 17.3” 1920x1080p IPS Display is fantastic for those who like a larger canvas to work on. With a substantial 1TB SDD, all available for £999.00, you are getting your money’s worth with this one.
