What to check in a gaming laptop

• A dedicated graphics card (GPU) matters more than the processor for games.
• 16GB RAM is the sensible minimum.
• A 120Hz or higher screen feels smoother.
• Look at the cooling design; thin laptops get hot under load.
• An SSD of 512GB or more, because games are big.
• Expect shorter battery life and a heavy charger.

Play with the charger plugged in for full performance.