If you are buying a gaming laptop, chances are that you would be looking for something with copious amounts of RAM, Intel Core i5 or i7 processor, and an Nvidia GPU. Now, the first two attributes are easily manageable as most 60K+ laptops come with at least 8GB of RAM and the required processor. However, if you don’t want to compromise on your gaming experience, the wisest decision would be to buy a laptop with at least an NVIDIA GTX 950M GPU, or above. Before we start, there is one thing to keep in mind — the GTX 950M comes in two variants, one with GDDR3 memory and one with GDDR5 memory. Long story cut short, while the GDDR3 950M is good, the GDDR5 is 950M is your best bet.
Asus R510JX
Price: Rs. 63,000 (approx)
This is an entry-level gaming-grade laptop from Asus. Powered by a 4th gen. Intel Core i7-HQ processor and a 2GB NVIDIA GeForce GTX950M GPU, the performance is commendable when it comes to 1080p gaming. The laptop comes with a 15.6-inch Full HD display, which also gets an anti-glare coat, thus making it usable even under bright lighting conditions. It comes with Windows 10 out of the box.
Key specifications:
Processor: Intel Core i7 4720HQ
RAM: 8GB
GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX950M 2GB DDR3
Display: 15.6-inch, 1080p
Storage: 1TB 5400rpm HDD
HP Envy 14 j007TX
Price: Rs. 79,000 (approx)
The HP Envy 14 is not a gaming laptop, but it comes with a stellar specification sheet which is good enough for playing games. The sleek-looking aluminum-clad machine comes with a whopping 12GB of RAM. If that is not all, there is an Intel Core i5 processor and 4GB of NVIDIA GeForce GTX950M graphics, which truly completes the set. The 1.94Kg laptop comes with a backlit keyboard and a 14-inch 1080p display that makes it one of the lightest gaming-capable laptops that you can buy. We reviewed the Core i7 variant of the same laptop, and you can check its review here.
Key specifications:
Processor: Intel Core i5 5200U
RAM: 12GB
GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX950M 4GB DDR3
Display: 14-inch, 1080p
Storage: 1TB 5400rpm HDD
MSI GP62 6QF
Price: Rs. 76,500
MSI is a known name in the gaming circles and the company is currently selling an entire range of gaming laptops in India. There is everything you might need from a gaming laptop in this GP62. There is a 6th gen Intel Core i5 processor and 8GB of RAM @ 2133 Mhz. Graphics are handled by a 4GB NVIDIA GeForce GTX960M GPU. The keyboard on this laptop in collaboration with Steelseries, and it also offers 802.11ac wireless LAN for a better gaming experience.
Key specifications:
Processor: Intel Core i7 6700HQ
RAM: 8GB
GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX960M 4GB GDDR5
Display: 15.6-inch, 1080p
Storage: 1TB 5400rpm HDD
Asus GL552VW
Price: 87,000 (approx)
The GL552JX is the most affordable gaming series laptop from Asus worth considering. The recently-updated machine boasts of a powerful 4GB NVIDIA GeForce GTX960M GPU. The whole laptop has an aggressive design, with ASUS' ROG logo on the lid and a full backlit keyboard. The entire laptop has red backlighting. Other essentials include an Intel Core i7 processor and 8GB of RAM. We reviewed a higher version of this laptop, you can check out that review here.
Key specifications:
Processor: Intel Core i7 6700HQ
RAM: 8GB
GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX960M 4GB
Display: 15.6-inch, 1080p
Storage: 1TB 7200rpm HDD
If you looking for a laptop, which would look apart from the normal entry level budget laptops, this might be it. Mind you, you might have to spend extra over your budget.
Lenovo Y700
Price: Rs. 97,000 (approx)
The Y700 from Lenovo has a more aggressive gaming oriented look, offers 16GB of RAM and yes a 128GB SSD. The rest of the recipe is pretty much the same a sub lakh gaming laptop will offer.
Key specifications:
Processor: Intel Core i7 6700HQ
RAM: 16GB
GPU: Nvidia GeForce GTX960M 4GB GDDR5
Display: 15.6-inch, 1080p
Storage: 128GB SSD + 1TB 5400RPM HDD