Best 15-inch Gaming Laptops For Gaming On The Go In 2019

Gaming laptops are getting thinner than ever while providing better efficiency. Ever since Nvidia announced the Max-Q design graphics cards for laptops we have been getting better efficiency out of more powerful hardware and sleeker gaming machines. While the larger displays on 17-inch laptops can be great a smaller laptop is much more portable. If you are interested in getting a 15-inch gaming laptop then you have come to the right place as we are going to look into some of the best 15-inch gaming laptops here.

6 Best 15-inch Gaming Laptops For Gaming In 2019

The following are some of the best 15-inch gaming laptops that you can get in 2019 and some of their specifications that you might be interested in learning about at a glance.

ModelCPUGPURAMStorage
Dell G7 15 GamingIntel Core i5/i7Nvidia RTX Graphics8GB/16GB 1TB HDD
Acer Predator Triton 500Intel Core i7-8750HNvidia RTX 2060/208016GB/32GB 512GB/dual 512GB NVMe PCIe SSD
Razer Blade 15Intel Core i7-8750HNvidia GTX 1060/RTX 2080 16GB/32GB128GB SSD + 1TB HDD/512GB NVMe PCIe SSD
Lenovo Legion Y740Intel Core i7-8750HNvidia RTX 2060/207016GB/32GB256GB SSD/ 256GB SSD+1TB HDD
Asus ROG Zephyrus S GX531GXIntel Core i7-8750HNvidia RTX 2080Up to 24GB512GB/1TB SSD

Dell G7 15 Gaming

The Dell G7 15 Gaming does not look like your traditional gaming laptop. It has a rather subtle design and you can take it to work without attracting attention. It comes in White and Blue which is unusual for a gaming laptop. This is an upgrade over the Inspiron laptop of the previous generation but has been rebranded to the G7. 

The build quality has improved this time. It was built well last year but this time it is even better. The hinge is closer to the center but it is robust and stiffer than the previous model. The Blue LED lights on the keyboard are great. If you are tired of Red backlit keys then this is a great change even though some people would have White backlights instead.

Dell G7 15 Gaming Best 15-inch Gaming Laptops

The display is color accurate and has decent viewing angles. It has a refresh rate of 60Hz out of the box but you can overclock it. The refresh rate can be overclocked to 100Hz but doing so can void your warranty, so do it at your own risk.

Dell G7 15 Gaming comes with either the Intel Core i5 or i7 CPU so you get decent CPU performance and on the graphics side, you can pick between the Nvidia RTX graphics cards which are the most powerful cards on the market right now. 

The port selection is pretty standard and you do get a Thunderbolt 3 port which supports 4 PCIe lanes. It is very easy to get into the laptop. All you need to do is open up a single screw to get access to the internals of the laptop. Inside you can swap the storage, RAM and Wi-Fi card if needed.

The battery is a bit smaller as compared to the previous model but that is a compromise that you will have to make keeping in mind the kind of performance that you are getting in this price range. There are thick bezels on the side which do not look great in 2019 but the performance is impressive for the price that you are expected to pay for the Dell G7 15.

All things considered, this is a great laptop that offers impressive performance. The battery life is decent when you are not gaming but the display is a bit dim and the keys are a bit shallow but all these are not deal breakers.

Acer Predator Triton 500

The Acer Predator Triton 500 is a truly thin and light gaming notebook and while this is not a cheap device it is priced very competitively compared to other laptops that offer similar specifications. The laptop itself is very similar to the MSI GS65 and I do not mean that in a bad way.

The base model comes with the Intel Core i7-8750H and the RTX 2060. You can get the RTX 2080 model but when it comes to price to performance the RTX 2060 configuration is what we recommend. With this configuration, you will be able to run all the modern titles at well above 60 FPS at Ultra settings and you can play multiplayer online titles like Overwatch and Apex legends at 100+ FPS.

Acer Predator Triton 500

The graphics card is overclockable so you can get a bump in performance if you want. Thermals are great but if you use the turbo mode then the fans can get noisy. This will not be a big deal if you are using headphones but if not then the noise is noticeable.

Inside you can only easily upgrade the battery. Other parts can be changed as well but it is very annoying to access the RAM and HDD. Swapping out these parts is a bit difficult which is something that you need to keep in mind if you are interested in getting this laptop.

The keyboard and trackpad are great. The buttons are responsive and not only is the keyboard impressive for gaming but for typing as well. There are 3 lighting zones which you can customize. There is a turbo button on top of the keyboard which can be pressed to boost the fan speed.

The build quality of the Acer Predator Triton 500 is very impressive indeed keeping in mind the price. The finish of the device is great and it feels very premium. This might be a thin and light gaming laptop but you get all the standard ports and the ethernet port which some laptops are not including these days.

All things considered, the Acer Predator Triton 500 is a great gaming laptop that offers a lot of performance. The speakers are not great and you should use headphones when gaming because of the fan noise but other than that, it is one of the best 15-inch gaming laptops that you can buy in 2019.

Razer Blade 15

Razer is known for great gaming gear and the Razer Blade is no exception. The new Razer Blade 15 comes with the top of the line RTX graphics cards and this is one of the best gaming laptops that you can buy in 2019.

The new model is a bit slimmer but you cannot tell the difference unless both models are side by side. There is a new Silver color which does not come with LED logo. If you want the snakes then you will have to go with the Black model.

The keyboard lighting has been improved and you can see the function keys in the dark now, unlike the previous model in which the function keys did not come with backlighting.

Razer Blade 15 Best 15-inch Gaming Laptops

The layout of the keyboard is pretty much the same as well as the rest of the device. The speakers are still great and you have access to the RAM, storage and Wi-Fi card. The battery life is decent as well. While you can configure the device with the RTX 2080, that will not give you the best value for money.

This is a very premium and expensive device and if you are looking to save some money then the RTX 2060 option is great in terms of performance and is a bit cheaper as compared to the RTX 2080 model. The RTX 2060 configuration is what we recommend. With this configuration, you will be able to run all the modern titles at well above 60 FPS at Ultra settings and you can play multiplayer online titles like Overwatch and Apex legends at 100+ FPS.

On the CPU side, you have the Intel Core i7-8750H and you can configure up to 32 GB of RAM with multiple storage options to choose from which include combinations of fast SSDs and HDDs for mass storage. 

All things considered, the new Razer Blade 15 is a solid device. It is a bit expensive but just be sure to pick up the configuration that best suits your needs. You can save some money by going with the RTX 2060 graphics card. There is little doubt that this is one of the best 15-inch gaming laptops available in 2019.

Lenovo Legion Y740

The Lenovo Legion Y740 is a very compact and powerful gaming laptop. It is an almost perfect device and checks plenty of the boxes when you are looking for a gaming notebook. The design is subtle and comes with RGB lighting that can be turned off as well. Compared to other gaming notebooks, the design of the Lenovo Legion Y740 is very clean. 

The Lenovo Legion Y740 comes with the Intel Core i7-8750H and you can choose between the Nvidia RTX 2060 or the RTX 2070 graphics cards. We recommend you go with the RTX 2060 which is better value for money but it all comes down to personal preference and what you are looking for. 

You can configure the laptop with up to 32GB of RAM and you have plenty of storage options. Most of the laptop is made of aluminum, there is some plastic but the laptop does not feel cheap. Most of the ports are at the back which is great for gaming. The screen is a 144Hz 1080p panel. It is color accurate and supports G-Sync. You can turn off the feature as well. If you want to get better battery life then this is something that you can look into.

Lenovo Legion Y740

The RTX 2060 and Intel Core i7-8750H are more than enough to run modern games at 60 FPS at Ultra settings. The new model has better airflow and the thermal performance is better as well. You can swap the RAM, storage and Wi-Fi card very easily. The battery is relatively small and the battery life is average. 

The adapter for the laptop is pretty big and that is something that can bug you keeping in mind that you will need to have it with you if you need to get through the day. The fans are pretty silent and do not make a lot of noise. The keyboard is water-resistant and features RGB lighting which can be customized in the software.

The webcam is located at the bottom of the screen which is not ideal and the laptop does have a bit of a chin but the rest of the bezels are pretty slim. Other than that this is a perfect gaming laptop. If you do not use the webcam then this is one of the best 15-inch gaming laptops that you can buy right now. 

Asus ROG Zephyrus S GX531GX

Thin and light laptops are pretty common in 2019 but as these devices get compact thermals can be a major issue. This is an area where the Asus ROG Zephyrus S GX531GX shines. When you pop the screen open the hinge pushes the device up a little bit and the laptop opens up from the back. This increases airflow and allows for better cooling of the hardware inside. 

They keyboard is moved down so that air can come in from the top and can be exhausted from the back. This is how the device is able to maintain maximum boost clocks over extended periods of time when under load. The laptop comes with the Intel Core i7-8750H and you can configure it with up to the Nvidia RTX 2080. You can also get up to 24GB of RAM and there are plenty of storage options. 

Asus ROG Zephyrus S GX531GX Best 15-inch Gaming Laptops

As mentioned, the keyboard is lowered and the trackpad is positioned on the right rather than below the keyboard. Getting used to the keyboard takes no time at all especially if you are using the device on a desk. The trackpad is another story but this is a gaming laptop so you will most likely be using a mouse anyways.

The keyboard has RGB lighting but the lighting is dim. This might not be an issue for some people but if you want bright lights then this is something that you need to keep in mind. The speakers are great because they are on the top of the device.

The Asus ROG Zephyrus S GX531GX is an expensive design but it is very slim and it has very impressive hardware inside. The thermals are excellent. You will not be able to use the device properly in your lap but if you are looking for a thin and light laptop that is well made and checks all the boxes then the Asus ROG Zephyrus S GX531GX is one of the best 15-inch gaming laptops on the market right now. 

Jesper Berg
Jesper Berg

Gaming hardware enthusiast since the 80286 era.

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