Best gaming laptop deals in May 2024

MSI Thin GF63 RTX 2050: $699 $599 @ Best Buy
Best Buy is slashing $100 off the 2023 MSI Thin GF63 gaming laptop for a limited time. Although we didn't review this particular model, we've tested several MSI laptops like the Raider GE78, GT77 HX Titan, and Katana 15. We find that MSI's family of laptops generally deliver powerful graphics and overall performance. 

Features: 15.6-inch FHD (1920 x 1080) 144Hz display, Intel Core ii5-12450H 10-core CPU, 8GB RAM, Nvidia GeForce RTX 2050 GPU, 1TB SSD, 720p HD webcam with microphone, Windows 11 Home

Asus TUF Gaming F17 RTX 3050: $949 $849 @ Amazon
Save $100 on the 2023 Asus TUF Gaming F17 FX707. Asus manufactures many of the industry's best gaming laptops — and the 2023 TUF Gaming A17 is one of them. Although we didn't test it, Asus TUF Gaming F17 reviews at Amazon average 4.5 out of 5-stars. Satisfied customers praise the laptop's sturdy build, big screen, smooth performance and awesome graphics. 

Features: 17.3-inch (1920 x 1080) 250-nit 144Hz display, Intel Core i5-12500H 12-core CPU, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD. Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 GPU with 4GB VRAM, fingerprint reader, Windows 11 Home

Price check: Newegg $899

Dell G16 RTX 4060: $1,499 $999 @ Dell
Save $500 on the Dell G16 with this Dell gaming laptop deal. Dell G16 series laptops are known for impressive gaming performance, sturdy build quality, and outstanding productivity potential. 

Features: 16-inch QHD+ (2560 x 1600) 240Hz display, Intel Core i9-13900HX 24-core CPU, 16GB RAM, Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060 GPU with 8GB of dedicated memory, 1TB SSD, Windows 11 Home

Lenovo Legion Slim 5 RTX 4060: $1,349 $899 @ Best Buy
Save $450 on the Lenovo Legion Slim 5. Given the specs, this in an exceptional value for the price. The pricier Lenovo Legion Slim 5i Pro, earned a solid 4.5 out of 5-star rating and our coveted Editor's Choice Award. We found its sleek, stylish chassis, gorgeous display and performance impressive. We expect the laptop in this deal to be on par. 

Features: 16-inch (1920 x 1200) 300-nit 144Hz touch display, AMD Ryzen 5 7640HS 6-core CPU, 16GB RAM, RTX 4060 GPU, 512GB SSD, Windows 11 Home

Gigabyte Aorus 15 RTX 4070: $1,649 $1,299 @ Newegg
Take $350 off the RTX 4070 graphics-toting Gigabyte Aorus 15 and get a free AOC Agon Gaming Mouse (valued at $25). We didn't get our hands on it for testing, however, sister site Tom's Hardware took the RTX 4070 Gigabyte Aorus 15X for a spin. They gave it an overall rating of 4 out of 5-stars for its overall strong performance, quality build and customizable RGB lighting. 

Features: 15.6-inch QHD (2560 x 1440) 165Hz display, Intel Core i7-13700H 14-core CPU, 16GB RAM, Nvidia RTX 4070 GPU, 1TB SSD, Windows 11 Home

Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 (2024) RTX 4070: $1,999 $1,699 @ Best Buy
Save $300 on the 2024 Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 gaming laptop. In our hands-on Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 review, we were impressed by its new attractive design, gorgeous OLED display, and AI-driven processor. The Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 gets a whole new look with a powerful new chip and a showstopping new OLED display -- a first for the brand. 

Features: 16-inch (2560 x 1600) 240Hz display, AI-powered Intel Core Ultra 9 185H 16-core CPU, 16GB RAM, Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 GPU with 8GB of dedicated memory, 1TB SSD, Windows 11 Home

MSI Pulse 15 RTX 4070: $1,899 $1,699 @ Newegg + free headset
Save $200 on the MSI Pulse 15 and get a free MSI gaming headset (valued at $40). We didn't get to test the MSI Pulse 15, however, in our MSI Katana 15 review, its RTX 4070 GPU toting sibling earned a solid 4 out of 5-star rating for its solid gaming and productivity performance. We expect the laptop in this deal to be on par and more than adequate for handling AAA games and video editing applications.

Features: 15.6-inch (2560 x 1440) 165Hz display, Intel Core i9-13900H 10-core CPU, 16GB RAM, Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 GPU with 8G VRAM, 1TB SSD. 

Razer Blade 14 RTX 4060: $2,399 $1.799 @ Razer
Save $600 on the Razer Blade RTX 4060 gaming laptop. We reviewed the 16-inch model and gave it a solid rating of 4 out of 5 stars for its strong overall performance and bright stunning display with dual-mode functionality. 

Features: 14-inch QHD+ (2560 x 1600) 240Hz display, AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS 8-core CPU, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD, Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060 GPU, Windows 11 Home

Razer Blade 15 RTX 4060: $2,499 $1,799 @ Razer
For a limited time, save $700 on the Razer Blade 15 with RTX 4060 GPU.  We reviewed the 16-inch model and gave it a solid rating of 4 out of 5 stars for its strong overall performance and bright stunning display with dual-mode functionality. 

Features: 14-inch QHD (2560 x 1440) 240Hz display, Intel Core i7-13800H 14-core CPU, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD, Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060 GPU w/ 8GB of VRAM

Gigabyte Aorus 17X RTX 4080: $2,499 $2,249 @ Newegg
Save $250 on the Gigabyte Aorus 17X gaming laptop, powered by Windows 11 Pro. In our hands-on Gigabyte Aorus 17X review, we liked its all-black sleek, eye-catching metallic design. We also liked the razzle-dazzle of the programmable RGB kays and light strip. 

Features: 17.3-inch (2560 x 1440) 240Hz display, Intel Core i9-13900HX 24-core CPU, 16GB of RAM, RTX 4080 GPU with 12GB of VRAM, 1TB SSD, Windows 11 Pro

Price check: Amazon $2,299

Razer Blade 15 RTX 4070: $2,799 $2,099 @ Razer
Razer is slashing $700 off the Razer Blade 15 RTX 4070 GPU Gaming Laptop. We reviewed the 16-inch model and gave it a solid rating of 4 out of 5-stars for its strong overall performance and bright stunning display with dual-mode functionality. 

Features: 14-inch QHD (2560 x 1440) 240Hz display, Intel Core i7-13800H 14-core CPU, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD, Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 GPU w/ 8GB of VRAM

Razer Blade 14 RTX 4070: $2,699 $2,099 @ Razer
Razer takes $600 off the Razer Blade 14 with RTX 4070 GPU. We reviewed the 16-inch model and gave it a solid rating of 4 out of 5-stars for its strong overall performance and bright stunning display with dual-mode functionality. 

Features: 14-inch QHD+ (2560 x 1600) 240Hz display, AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS 8-core CPU, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD, Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 GPU w/ 8GB of VRAM

Lenovo Legion 9i Gen 9 RTX 4080: $3,839 $3,455 @ Lenovo
This gaming laptop deal from Newegg takes $384 off the new Lenovo Legion 9i Gen 9. If you want a laptop that can play AAA games at high frame rates and seamlessly power through graphics-intensive tasks, the Legion 9i may be worth the splurge. 

Features: 16-inch 3.2K (3200 x 2000) 1,200-nit 165Hz Mini-LED display, HDR 1000 support, Intel Core i9-14900HX 24-core CPU, 32GB RAM, Nvidia GeForce RTX 4080 GPU w/ 12GB VRAM, 1TB SSD, 1080p camera with dual mic and privacy shutter, fingerprint reader, Windows 11 Home

Lenovo Legion Pro 7i RTX 4090: $3,299 $2,699 @ B&H
In this deal, B&H takes $600 off the Lenovo Legion Pro 7i 16-inch Gaming Laptop. In our hands-on Legion Pro 7 review, we called it a stellar gaming laptop with beastly performance and a premium aesthetic. Beyond gaming, this powerful hardware combo is great for video editing, photo editing, and other graphics intensive tasks. 

Features: 16-inch WQXGA (2560 x 1600) 240Hz 500-niit display, Intel Core i9-13900HX 24-core CPU, 32GB of RAM, Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090 GPU w/ 16GB VRAM, 1TB SSD, Windows 11 Home

Razer Blade 16 RTX 4070: $2,999 $2,299 @ Razer
This RTX 40 series Razer Blade 16 is $700 off in this epic gaming laptop deal. In our Razer Blade 16 Mini LED review, we gave it a solid rating of 4 out of 5-stars and our hard-to-get Editor's Choice Award. We loved its strong overall performance and bright stunning display with dual-mode functionality. 

Features: 16-inch QHD+ (2560 x 1600) 240Hz Mini-LED display, Intel Core i9-13950HX 24-core CPU, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD, Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 GPU w/ 8GB of VRAM

Razer Blade 16 RTX 4080: $3,599 $2,999 @ Razer
Save $600 on the Razer Blade 16 Mini-LED gaming laptop with RTX 4080 GPU. In our Razer Blade 16 Mini LED review, we gave it a solid rating of 4 out of 5-stars and our hard-to-get Editor's Choice Award. We loved its strong overall performance and bright stunning display with dual-mode functionality. 

Features: 16-inch QHD+ (2560 x 1600) 240Hz display, Intel Core i9-13950HX 24-core CPU, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD, Nvidia GeForce RTX 4080 GPU w/ 8GB of VRAM