Hell it’s about time. Starcraft 2 is a perfect mix between elaborate tactics and a nerve-racking click-fest, along with a healthy dose of competetive spirit. And it can be plenty of stress. Despite that, Starcraft 2 is one of the very few games that I play to get good at. Yes, I’m that guy who’s stuck in high diamond/low masters (with GM game knowledge, obviously), and the only thing I do is cheese. Sue me.

Now, I know you’re aren’t here for my stories. I can only assume we’re here to find the best you can buy for Starcraft. Whether you’re a new player or a seasoned supersonic acrobat looking for a PC upgrade, I’ve got you covered. Nevertheless, I don’t know if you can spare a pretty penny for a top-of-the-line gaming rig with a 240Hz display. That’s why I’m going to cover the 10 best laptops for playing Starcraft 2 for various budgets. I’ve done my research – best sellers, latest releases, reviews, benchmarks, and more. But enough chatter. Time to roll into my requirement breakdown.

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After one of the most anticipated gaming launches in 2020, Cyberpunk 2077 has a rough time due to the bugs plaguing its release. Now, as the dust settles, after a few significant patches, we can finally start taking a more measured look at buying the proper hardware for Cyberpunk 2077.

First off, I’d lie if I’d say that buying a gaming laptop today will get you the best experience possible.

However, Cyberpunk 2077 can be played at the recommended settings on some of the premium gaming laptops.

The fact that I’m telling you this might not mean much if you don’t know how to prioritize what’s best for Cyberpunk 2077. Well, that’s where I come in. We’re going to take a look at what components you should expect to see at every price point, followed by a comparison of what’s available on the market right now and the ten best gaming laptops for Cyberpunk 2077. By the end of this, you should have all the information you need to make an informed decision about which laptop to buy for Cyberpunk 2077.

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I can’t believe it’s been almost seven years. Most games these days have a shelf life of a twinkie. Only a select few manage to [stand the test of time](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lifespan_(video_game)). That said, there exists a whole other class of games that are loved not for their competitive scene but for the world of possibilities they encompass. A prime example – The Sims 4.

Sims 4 does not necessarily require a speedy computer. Quite the contrary. It’s one of the most straightforward games to pick a laptop for. I’d lie if I’d say that you’re in dire need of advice to find a decent notebook that can run Sims 4. These are of plenty.

Yet, if we care to get the best experience for Sims 4 (and possibly Sims 5, fingers crossed) or we’re out for a good bargain – buying the first laptop off the shelf won’t cut it. And that’s what I’m here for.

We’re going to take a look at what components you should expect to see at every price point, followed by a comparison of what’s available on the market right now and the ten best gaming laptops for Sims 4. By the end of this article, you should have all the information you need to make an informed decision about which laptop to buy.

Now, enough chatter. Time to roll into my Sims requirement breakdown.

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There are plenty of games that I wouldn’t recommend playing on a laptop. Dota 2 isn’t one of them. Of course, we’d all enjoy more screen space, but in comparison to other games, it’s not as crucial for MOBAs. A ton of Dota 2’s player base goes into high-end gaming laptops. Why? First of all, Dota 2 doesn’t require an exceptional CPU to run. The game has been optimized since its launch. The same can be said about GPU and other usually critical parts for gaming.

Secondly, there are some superb mid-range gaming laptops on the market. Not everyone is after a portable powerhouse with multiple TB of storage. Some just want to jump in for a few matches before heading to bed or just want to squeeze in a session between lectures.

But in the end, the fun doesn’t come cheap. And what can be more fun than seeing “Not Responding” on your taskbar? Don’t let that happen. So, if you care to avoid unresponsiveness, here’s your guide to the 10 best gaming laptops for Dota 2. I’ve listed out multiple top options for any budget. But before that, I’ll cover the essentials of choosing the right laptop for Dota.

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Finding a good laptop for Overwatch isn’t a complicated business. But I’m sure you’re here not just for the best laptop for Overwatch but also something that will be more than ready to take on Overwatch 2. The good news here is that Overwatch 2 will have the same underlying game engine as OW, so there will not be a massive difference between the two in terms of hardware requirements. Of course, I’d expect some new textures, some larger maps (especially given Blizzard has mentioned introducing more PvE elements). But all in all, an excellent laptop for Overwatch will still be an excellent laptop for Overwatch 2.

With this out of the way, I want to take a moment to overview the structure of this article. First – I’ll break down my requirements for comfortably playing Overwatch. For each specification, you’ll see some tangible recommendations – precise selection of preferred CPUs, GPUs, and so on. Finally, to top it off, I’ll list the 10 best laptops for playing OW and OW 2, each with its pros, cons, and worthwhile alternatives. If you only care about this list – please jump ahead. But in general, I recommend familiarizing yourself with the essential requirements needed to play Overwatch. And that’s where I’ll start.

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Escape from Tarkov is one of the most demanding games to run at maximum settings. So much so that it will struggle to run even on some of the best gaming laptops on the market. You should expect to experience serious performance issues if you’re planning to use an old notebook. A budget gaming laptop will get you halfway there. However, I’d recommend using this time to upgrade your rig or possibly your graphics card.

You might be asking yourself if you really need to upgrade just for this game. After all, it has a decent following but not everyone can afford a high-end rig.

No worries. We’ll take a look at what components you should expect to see at every price point and give you a rundown of what’s available on the market right now. By the end of this article, you should have all the information you need to make an informed decision about which laptop to buy. Let’s start with laptop requirements for Escape from Tarkov.

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Call of Duty: Warzone is CoD’s latest foray into the battle royale genre. It’s free-to-play and part of latest CoD titles. That said, Warzone doesn’t play like a classic CoD title. But we’re not here to compare it to PUBG or Fortnite, are we? We’re here to find the best laptop for Warzone.

In addition, I’ve prepared a buyer’s guide that will guide you through the selection process in case you’re not sure which one to buy. Before that, let’s take a look at what are the recommended and minimum system requirements for playing Call of Duty: Warzone.

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When you hear the gun fire, every muscle in your body stiffens. You duck for cover, reload your gun, look around for the next place to hide. This may sound like a horror game. It isn’t. What you’re playing is a competitive survival game. I can’t tell if this game is out of its mind or ahead of its time.

All that aside, before we get into the nitty-gritty of what to look for the best laptop for Rust, I must mention a few things that might hinder your enjoyment of this particular game. Firstly, this game is not particularly well optimized for low-end machines. It’s OK, but considering it’s early access release in 2013, I’d assume it would run on a potato PC. In some ways it does, but in some ways it absolutely doesn’t. Secondly, these days we’re somewhat limited by global silicon shortage so some latest and greatest processors and graphics are in short supply.

With these acknowledgements out of the way, it’s time to look into the Rust laptop requirement breakdown that has been tuned to the latest GPU benchmarks (CPU benchmarks are not that relevant for Rust and you’ll see why). So whether you’re out to get a cheap laptop for Rust or you want the absolute best – I hope something picked for everyone.

Time is of the essence, let’s roll.

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I remember when Apex Legends was first announced. It seemed that every streamer under the sun got invited into the closed beta and everyone was hungry for something fresh after a year of PUBG battle-royale formula (and its bugs) seemed to become stale. After a couple of years, it has managed to maintain its popularity. That’s not only because of the well-executed concept, but also thanks to constant development. With a continuous stream of new legends, new game modes, and the latest Legacy update (the one bringing Arena mode), AL seems to be doing just fine.

Time to focus on what you’ve come here for. [What can you expect if you’re looking for the best gaming laptops for Apex Legends](a list of top gaming laptops for apex legends)? Do you need one of the latest Nvidia graphics cards? Should you prioritize single-core or multi-core performance? Will a high refresh rate display help you to become a kill leader? To answer all of that and a bit more – I’ve done the research – best sellers, latest releases, reviews, and Apex Legends benchmarks. [The best laptop for Apex Legends is… well, let’s just say it might not be exactly what you’d expect](the latest top gaming laptops for apex legends). Here’s what we’re going to do. First, I’ll cover the basic requirements, followed by the [top budget picks](a list of best budget gaming laptops for apex legends) and, later – [top-end powerhouse options](a list of best high-end gaming laptops for apex legends). Now, as Lifeline would say, “I’m ready; let’s get the job done”.

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Ah, Valorant, the lovechild of CS:GO and Overwatch, that was created by League of Legends developers. And here we are, trying to find a decent gaming laptop for Valorant. I don’t know about you, but I don’t particularly want to plop down a wad of cash on a prebuilt gaming PC that will likely sit unused. Let’s see if there’s a good alternative.

Since this is one of the rare games where you don’t really need a powerful laptop to run it, we’ll cover laptops that can run Valorant at every price point. More or less. So without further ado, let’s roll into my Valorant requirement breakdown.

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