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San Francisco Chronicle
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Best gaming laptops under $1,000
July 12, 2020 - The 2018 G3 15 was slimmer in design than the G5 and G7, which were styled more like a gaming laptop. The 2019 G3 leans more toward the G5 and G7 design, too. The midrange G5 15 hits the mark with an excellent price-to-performance ratio, build ...
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Quora
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What is the best gaming laptop under $1,000 in 2020? - Quora
Answer (1 of 3): ASUS TUF A15 with 90Whr battery, Ryzel-7–4800H and GTX 1660Ti/RTX 2060 GPU is the best laptop you can get for $1100 dolalrs in terms of performance. If you want premium build quality, then you will get ASUS ROG gaming laptops ...
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Are budget gaming laptops worth it?
You can find a good cheap gaming laptop, but they certainly have performance limitations compared to more expensive laptops. The components necessary for an enjoyable PC gaming experience are expensive, which means even entry-level gaming laptops are still typically between $700 to $1,000. Also, because these models use lower-end components, the gaming performance they'll have on today's demanding AAA games might not hold up for future titles. Cheap gaming laptops are worth considering if you typically play older games or games that aren't graphically demanding or you're OK playing at reduced
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cnet.com
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Best Cheap Gaming Laptops Under $1,000 to Get Right Now
What laptop brands are the best for gaming?
Acer makes some of our favorite budget laptops, including two of the best budget gaming laptops in its Predator and Nitro lines. Dell with its Alienware brand and HP with its Omen brand also make some great gaming laptops that we’d recommend. Asus also sells a wide range of good gaming laptops.
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Best Cheap Gaming Laptops Under $1,000 to Get Right Now
How much money should I expect to spend on a gaming laptop?
For a true budget model with entry-level RTX graphics, you can expect to pay around $1,000 or more. When you move up in graphics power and display quality as well as CPU, RAM and storage options, a good price to target is $1,500. As you approach $2,000, you leave the budget gaming laptop category and enter mainstream gaming laptop territory.  If you are patient, you can usually find the model you want on sale. Laptop vendors and online retailers are constantly rotating sales, so it pays to keep an eye on pricing and buy during a dip.
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Best Cheap Gaming Laptops Under $1,000 to Get Right Now
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Hardware Canucks
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The Best LAPTOPS of 2020! - Hardware Canucks
December 31, 2020 - Starting at under $1,000 USD, I have got to give it to the ASUS Nitro 5. $670 USD gets you a 6-core Ryzen 5 4600H processor and NVIDIA GTX 1650 graphics, so you will be set for gaming at 1080P with low to medium settings.
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Tom's Hardware
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Best Gaming Laptops Under $1,000 | Tom's Hardware
August 5, 2025 - We wish the webcam and speakers were better (if you value the speakers, consider the MSI Katana listed below), but for the price, the Nitro 16 delivers a lot of value at just under $1,000.
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Best Gaming Laptop Under $1000: Top 5 Models in 2025
2 weeks ago - Final Verdict: The Acer Nitro V is a strong entry-level choice for casual gamers who want reliable performance without overspending. Its RTX 4050 GPU and modern Intel CPU handle most titles well, though its screen and audio limitations mean ...
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Quora
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What would be the best gaming laptop for around €1000? - Quora
Answer: It depends on what sort of games you play. For a modern 3D AAA action RPG/adventure game, you need a powerful GPU. The most extreme examples would probably be Cyberpunk 2077 in RT overdrive mode, which requires a GPU with high performance in hardware-accelerated path tracing. and also be...
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PC Varge
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The best laptops under $1,000 in 2020 | Top Pick laptops for 2020
July 25, 2024 - Last year, they released the Ideapad ... For under a grand, you simply won’t find a better gaming laptop, a and the Lenovo Legion 5 (82B1000AUS) is without a peer when it comes to gaming performance on a budget....
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CNET
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Best Cheap Gaming Laptops Under $1,000 to Get Right Now
November 4, 2025 - Gamers whose budgets don’t stretch much beyond $1,000 will like the Omen 16’s well-rounded package and good 1080p performance. ... Anyone who comes across it when it's not on sale shouldn't pay the full $1,800 for the Omen 16 I tested.
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r/GamingLaptops on Reddit: Best gaming laptop for about 1000 CAD Preferably cheaper to not say gaming in the description
January 18, 2025 -

My parents r willing to by me a laptop and i need it to be cheap but good I think something like the Lenovo LOQ is good. Please help. Performance is appreciated but they will strangle me if it says "gaming"

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Hey fellow gamers and tech enthusiasts!

I’m currently on the hunt for a gaming laptop that offers exceptional performance without breaking the bank. My budget is set at $1000, and I want to make sure I’m getting the best bang for my buck.

I’m aware that gaming laptops can be quite expensive, but I believe there are some fantastic options out there that can deliver a solid gaming experience without draining my wallet. That’s where you come in!

I would greatly appreciate any recommendations or insights you can provide regarding the best gaming laptops available within my budget. Here are a few key factors I’m looking for:

Performance: I want a laptop that can handle demanding games without any hiccups. A powerful processor, ample RAM, and a capable graphics card are crucial.

Display: A vibrant and responsive display is essential for an immersive gaming experience. High refresh rates and good color accuracy would be a bonus.

Portability: While I prioritize performance, I would also prefer a laptop that is somewhat portable. It would be great if it’s not too bulky or heavy, making it easier to carry around when necessary.

Build quality: Durability is important to me. I want a laptop that can withstand the rigors of gaming sessions and daily use without falling apart.

Cooling: Efficient cooling mechanisms are crucial to prevent overheating during intense gaming sessions. A laptop that can keep temperatures in check would be highly appreciated.

I’m a regular visitor to Spiceworks and have always valued the expertise and opinions of the community here. So, if you have any personal experiences, suggestions, or even specific models to recommend, please share them with me! Also, if you can provide insights on any ongoing deals or discounts, that would be fantastic.

I have searched some laptop at my end-

https://www.lenovo.com/us/en/faqs/gaming/gaming-laptops-under-1000/

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Best gaming laptop under $1000

Searching for the best gaming laptop under $1000 for your specific needs can be a bit difficult, as this lower-mid range price point is where things start

Thank you in advance for your valuable input. I’m excited to hear your recommendations and embark on my journey to find the best gaming laptop that fits my budget!

Regards,

Steve

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Second hand.

This requirement " Performance: I want a laptop that can handle demanding games without any hiccups. A powerful processor, ample RAM, and a capable graphics card are crucial" is a challenge. A laptop with even mid-range current GPU and CPU will cost more than that. the GPU alone will eat up the $1000.

I laugh at those articles - the Lenovo article says you can get one for under 1K, but they only sell one below 1K and it is not a good spec and is already non current.

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Best Gaming Laptops under $1000 :: Hardware and Operating Systems
@OP: At the 1,000 range "or less" we have 1,000, Ryzen 5 3550h (sits between i7-7700hq and 8700hq in performance), 16GB Ram, RTX-2060 dedicated graphics, 120Hz IPS Panel, 512GB SSD.
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Tom's Hardware
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Best Gaming Laptops 2025 tested and reviewed | Tom's Hardware
1 month ago - The MSI Katana HX stands is the rare gaming laptop we've tested under $1,000. The combination of an Intel Core i7 and Nvidia RTX 5050 makes for solid 1080p performance on a laptop, and you even get four-zone RGB lighting.
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Reviewed
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7 Best Gaming Laptops Under $1,000 of 2025 - Reviewed
July 30, 2025 - The best gaming laptop under $1,000 is the Acer Nitro 5 (2022), along with other great options from Asus, Dell, Lenovo, and MSI for under $1,000.
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Quora
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What are the best laptops for gaming under $1,000? - Quora
Answer: Without the ability to do a deep dive on the matter, I’d be happy to recommend the Acer Nitro 16 with its 7840HS/4060 combo. The 1920x1200 screen is perfect for budget gaming, and it lists a 165Hz screen with 100% sRGB color.
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Laptop Mag
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I found the 6 best cheap gaming laptops to play your favorite games ...
April 16, 2025 - The Dell G16 (7630) is easily the best cheap gaming laptop, especially when you're shooting for an RTX 4060 GPU, which is by no means a weak competitor. Scoring this baby under $1,000 will net you features that surpass even premium gaming laptops.
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IGN
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The 8 Best Gaming Laptops: IGN's 2025 Picks for PC Gamers - IGN
November 26, 2025 - The Razer Blade 16 is an excellent laptop that, while pricey, is something special in this space. If you want a great gaming laptop that will impress you with its portability, look no further.
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Reddit
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r/GamingLaptops on Reddit: Gaming laptop under £1000
February 9, 2024 -

Hi TL;DR I am looking for a gaming laptop which can handle AAA games at smooth fps.

I currently have an Acer Nitro 5 with 8GB RAM (not sure but likely DDR4) an i5-9300H, and a GTX 1650 4GB. I have had it for three years and bought it as a laptop for productivity. I then realised that I could play video games on it so I downloaded Forza Horizon 3 and other games just for fun.

I currently get about 50fps on most games on low settings and some games crash in the menus. Online, I am even more prone to crashes and my fps drops to 25 or less.

Now, I am trying to play more intensive games and my laptop is not running them well. I am not surprised since my computer isn’t particularly powerful and has been used heavily for multiple years.

I have a £1000 budget and will sell my current laptop but can afford a new laptop without the funds from selling my current one. I will buy refurbished but only like new/very good with warranty.

I need a laptop for the portability since I game in two locations and I need to be able to run AAA games such as Forza Horizon and COD on mid/high settings 1080 or 1440p at about 100fps.

Mini PCs are ok as well but I’d have to get a good monitor within the £1000 budget. I do already have a keyboard, mouse and speakers though.

Please give some advice or recommendations.

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Am assuming you are mainly playing plugged in with no monitor based on your post, so good screen is important to you and poor battery life not as important. For a grand you are looking at good screen 4050's, decent 4060's or very low end 4070's, usually with poorer screens and most now starting to have 16gb ram amounts but some are 8gb and should be avoided. Most of these are 1080p screens. These might do the trick for the games your post mentions but for current games you will definitely need a bit more. Good specced 4070's, like legions, you are looking at closer to £1350 on good deal, if you are lucky intel's with 32gb for that price. Good screen, good thermal performance, good all round, 1440p. Good specced 4080's closer to £1800, on a good deal, and these should do well for a while but are well outside your budget. Around your budget today the best could be these but not much is jumping out below a grand for great specs for price: Below budget is something like the TUF Gaming A15 FHD 3070,Ryzen 7 16GB RAM 512GBssd from Very (£850-10%=£765 with code), screen is not the best so maybe a monitor too and some storage. Would want to wait and see what else showed for 3xxx's though. For a 4060, the Medion Erazer Deputy P60 i5 12450H 16GB RAM 1TB SSD RTX 4060 144Hz FHD, 4060 yip but processor might be light and screen might not be good enough for you. £850 from laptops direct. Above budget would be the one in Curry's, Helios Neo 16" WQXGA 165Hz 500nits 16:10 i7-13700HX RTX 4070 16GB RAM 1TB SSD, £1300. Curry's even gives you the sort of helpful "162 FPS when playing COD: Modern Warfare 3 at 1080p". Would have to say this is probably today's best deal close to your budget and is significantly better than the two sub-grand's above as it has good everything and screen looks to be very good and is 1440p. If you were spending the full grand in your budget right now and could not wait then the other one in curry's is GIGABYTE G6 16" Gaming Laptop - Intel® Core™ i7, RTX 4060, 1 TB SSD, "132 FPS when playing COD: Modern Warfare 3 at 1080p", would like a bit cheaper but good screen even if only 1080p, decent everything else. Last point, we should be seeing this years models starting to arrive and if you can wait this might be the best option...or hope for a legion sale. :P
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The other one I saw was the dell G16 Gaming Laptop, on dell's site. You need to configure it to 13650hx, 32gb ram, 4060 and you get the really good screen (16", QHD+ 2560x1600, 240Hz, Non-Touch, 100% DCI-P3, 3ms, ComfortView Plus, NVIDIA G-SYNC + DDS) for just over your budget at £1119. The 32gb ram and great screen are real good here. Messing with the choices can give stupidly expensive prices which I dont like and you cant get this model with 16gb ram (edit: which would have dumped £100 off the price). The 4070 G16 with 16gb and a i13900 was a good price too at £1350.
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PC Guide
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Best gaming laptop under $1000 in 2025 - our top picks - PC Guide
April 15, 2024 - The chassis is also thin, as its name suggests, especially as it’s only 0.85 inches thick. As a result, the GF63 weighs only 4.1 lbs. The keyboard is decent and has a solid red backlight.
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PCMAG
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The Best Cheap Gaming Laptops We've Tested for 2026 | PCMag
November 5, 2025 - Staying as close to the $1,000 mark as possible is a badge of honor for budget gaming laptops in this increasingly expensive market, and the Katana earns that award admirably. Its Intel Core i7-14650HX processor and Nvidia GeForce RTX 5050 reach ...