Gaming Laptops for University

This article continues from What Computer to Take to University for Students.


About Gaming Laptops

Gaming laptops are the most powerful laptops available. These are designed for people who want to get the most out of their computer, and these machines rival some of the best desktop computers. By buying one of these you will have the capacity to play the newest, most power hungry games as well as having excellent media capabilities and many other incredible features. These machines turn heads, with their sleek looks and glowing lights you will be the envy of your fellow students. While this is all well and good, there are a couple of points to consider. These computers are not cheap, for the best technical specifications you will be paying over two thousand pounds. Also, they are not as portable as other laptops; with their large size (because of their bigger screens) and increased weight (because of everything that is packed in to them) you will need a strong back to carry these around. However, for people with the money and the need for power these computers are perfect for you, and should easily last you through university and beyond.


Which Gaming Laptop?

Two laptops stand out in this category, the Dell XPS M1710 and Alienware Aurora m9700. While I do own one of these computers, I feel that instead of giving a detailed description of one and making a half-hearted attempt at the other I would instead link you to some comprehensive online articles. You can read reviews of both these machines on laptopmag.com:

Dell XPS M1710 Review
Alienware Aurora m9700 Review


Where Can I Buy These Laptops?

If after reading either of these reviews you decide that one of these laptops is for you, you can follow these links to access the pages where you can begin customising your computers. As both Dell and Alienware are only available online or via the phone, it is easiest to make your purchase over the internet. Follow these links to make a purchase :

Buy Dell XPS M1710
Buy Alienware Aurora m9700

At this stage you will need to begin customising your computer. Both Dell and Alienware have an online support system, where you can speak to experts who will help you shape your order to your own needs. On the Dell link above in the top right hand corner you will see a button you can click called "Live Chat". Select this option, fill in your name and make your question "Customising Dell XPS M1710". Following the Alienware link above, on the right hand side of your screen you will see a toolbar displaying "Your Total". In this toolbar click the "Chat with Sales Support" link and they will help you to build your perfect machine.


I expect to add one or two other gaming laptops that I have heard very good things about to this section at a later date. If you have any recommendations of your own then leave me a comment!


The article which follows this will be on Multimedia Laptops, a cheaper option which still includes a lot of the great features. Check back for updates!