Top gaming laptops equipped with the RTX 4070 graphics processor are capable of producing stunning frame rates, making games look beautiful – but these machines don’t come cheap.
Luckily, some models can be found for less money – this Asus TUF A15 features top-tier components without breaking the bank.
1. ASUS ROG Strix Scar 17 X3D
The 2023 Strix Scar 17 X3D is the premier gaming laptop, providing superior performance that rivals desktop setups. Utilizing AMD Ryzen CPU technology with 3D V-Cache for the first time ever on a mobile platform.
That extra cache makes a significant impact in games; on Geekbench 5, the X3D scored 2,139 single-core and 19,543 multi-core, outstripping MSI’s Titan GT77 HX featuring Intel Core i9-13980HX processor by up to 20% in certain titles.
Asus has maintained the design of the Scar 17 chassis design, much to the delight of fans of it. At about three kilograms in weight and three centimeters thick, its mix of aluminium and plastic construction remains durable enough for gaming use. On its black lid is displayed an ROG logo and strip, as well as GlideX cross-platform screen sharing solution and McAfee LiveSafe trial access.
2. Aorus 17X
The Aorus 17X provides desktop-class gaming performance in a portable package. Thanks to its Intel Core i9 HX CPU and Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 GPU, this laptop can achieve outstanding results. GIGABYTE’s WINDFORCE Infinity cooling system helps keep both processor and GPU cool under load; additionally, this laptop features a quality 1080p webcam as well as a well-performing trackpad that features palm rejection technology for optimal use.
This laptop boasts an elegant all-black design with vibrant RGB Fusion lighting that is customizable for an all-black or more subdued aesthetic. While its QHD display ranks well in our brightness test, its QHD display didn’t fare so well in our brightness test.
3. Intel G16
The Dell G16 gaming laptop provides plenty of power at an attractive price point. This model boasts an Intel Core i7-13650HX processor and Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 GPU equipped with 8GB VRAM as well as 16GB DDR5 RAM at 4800MHz – as well as its 2560×1600 QHD+ display featuring 240Hz refresh rate and 100% DCI-P3 color gamut coverage.
On our 1080p Borderlands 3 benchmark test, the Dell G16 scored an outstanding 82 fps – easily outstripping even our average budget gaming laptop (74 fps), as well as outperforming Helios Neo 16 and TUF Gaming A14 with RTX 4070s (84 fps). Furthermore, this laptop can handle games such as Shadow of Tomb Raider and Cyberpunk 2077 with high settings and full ray tracing capability.
The Dell G16 provides ample ports for all of your peripherals and features a Cherry MX RGB keyboard with backlighting. Furthermore, this laptop provides zerodB Ambient cooling that turns off fans during light workloads to dissipate heat passively – helping you focus on games or movies without distraction from fan noise.
4. Gigabyte Blade 15
The Blade 15 excels at offering next-gen power. Equipped with the Intel Core i7 processor and Nvidia’s high-end RTX 4070 GPU, plus MUX switch technology for faster frame rates, its precise key travel of 1.7mm has full anti-ghosting support and its single vapor chamber provides cooling efficiency – its large fans help keep temperatures under control – making this an incredible gaming device.
The Blade offers excellent battery life at 5.5 hours, boasting two USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C ports, one USB-A 3.1 Gen 1 port, an HDMI 2.0 port, RJ45 port for external monitors, headphone jack and SD card slot – as well as its three-prong power jack compared to Alienware portables which only charge over USB-C.
Gigabyte offers several screen options for its Blade laptop, from 1080p 144 Hz panels to 4K 240 Hz displays with flickering issues; though serious esports players might consider opting for one of those later as it will provide extra performance benefits.
5. Razer Blade 16
For portable power that excels both gaming and productivity applications, consider the Razer Blade 16. Featuring sleek design and impressive specs, our Geekbench 6 benchmark showed it scored 13,609; surpassing both Legion Pro 5 and Asus ROG Zephyrus G18 by an impressive margin. Furthermore, its Handbrake test showed exceptional results, transcoding 4K video into 1080p in just four minutes and 13 seconds!
Real-world performance of the Blade 16 was admirable as well. Our tests in Shadow of the Tomb Raider at 1080p with High settings yielded an average framerate of 148 frames per second – an improvement on last year’s Blade 16.
The Blade 16 comes with multiple configuration options to meet different budget needs. Choose between a base model with an Intel Core i9-14900HX processor and an RTX 4060 for $2,4999 or upgrade with an RTX-4090 and dual-mode display for an extra $8499. Our recommended configuration from Alienware M18 is significantly less costly while still delivering outstanding graphics performance in an compact form factor.
