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The 10 Best Gaming Laptops as of June 2026

Updated 18 June 2026 · Reviewed by the Pickarank team · Prices in GBP, subject to change

We compared the best gaming laptops you can buy in 2026, scoring each out of 10 on performance, value, build quality and features. Here are the ten worth your money — with an at-a-glance table and the current best prices.

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Our top picks at a glance

Top pick

ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16

9.2Best overall
Check price on Amazon ≈ £2200
Best value

Lenovo Legion Pro 7i

9.1Best high-end value
Check price on Amazon ≈ £2500
Also great

Razer Blade 16

8.9Best premium
Check price on Amazon ≈ £3000

Prices were correct at the time of writing and change often — tap through for today's price on Amazon.

How we ranked these gaming laptops

Each pick earns a score out of 10 from weighted criteria:

  • Performance (35%) — how well each gaming laptop does its core job.
  • Value (25%) — quality and features for the price.
  • Build & reliability (20%) — materials, longevity and warranty.
  • Features (20%) — meaningful extras that improve the experience.

At a glance: top 10 compared

#Gaming LaptopsScoreBest forGPUApprox priceAmazon links
1ASUS ROG Zephyrus G169.2Best overallRTX 4080£2200View Price
2Lenovo Legion Pro 7i9.1Best high-end valueRTX 4090£2500View Price
3Razer Blade 168.9Best premiumRTX 4090£3000View Price
4Razer Blade 148.9Best compactRTX 4070£2200View Price
5Acer Predator Helios 168.8Best for powerRTX 4080£1900View Price
6Lenovo Legion Slim 58.6Best mid-rangeRTX 4060£1300View Price
7HP Omen 168.5Best all-roundRTX 4070£1500View Price
8Alienware m16 R28.5Best for featuresRTX 4070£1700View Price
9ASUS TUF Gaming A158.5Best budgetRTX 4060£1100View Price
10MSI Cyborg 158.1Best cheap RTXRTX 4050£900View Price
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The full ranking

1
Best overall

ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16

9.2Our number one pick.

The Zephyrus G16 is the best all-round gaming laptop, pairing strong RTX performance with a stunning OLED screen in a slim, genuinely portable chassis that also works for creative tasks. It runs warm under heavy load and is pricey, but the balance of power, looks and portability is superb.

Performance: 9.2Display: 9.4Cooling: 8.6Value: 8.6
Pros
  • Stunning 240Hz OLED
  • Slim and portable
  • Great for work and play
Cons
  • Warm under sustained load
  • Premium price
Check price on Amazon≈ £2200
2
Best high-end value

Lenovo Legion Pro 7i

9.1A superb runner-up.

The Legion Pro 7i is the high-end value champion, delivering near-desktop RTX 4090 performance and excellent cooling for less than rivals charge. It is big, heavy and loud at full tilt, but for raw frames per pound it is hard to beat.

Performance: 9.6Display: 9.0Cooling: 9.0Value: 9.0
Pros
  • Near-desktop performance
  • Excellent cooling
  • Great value for the power
Cons
  • Big and heavy
  • Loud fans at full speed
Check price on Amazon≈ £2500
3
Best premium

Razer Blade 16

8.9Rounds out our top three.

The Blade 16 is the premium flagship, with a gorgeous dual-mode OLED, top-end RTX power and the best build quality in gaming laptops. It is extremely expensive and runs hot, but nothing else feels this premium.

Performance: 9.4Display: 9.4Cooling: 8.2Value: 7.8
Pros
  • Superb build quality
  • Gorgeous OLED display
  • Top-end performance
Cons
  • Very expensive
  • Runs hot
Check price on Amazon≈ £3000
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4
Best compact

Razer Blade 14

8.9A standout in the upper half.

The Blade 14 is the best compact gaming laptop, squeezing capable RTX 4070 power and a fast 240Hz screen into a remarkably small, premium body. Thermals limit ultimate performance and it is pricey, but for portable power it is excellent.

Performance: 8.8Display: 9.0Cooling: 8.2Value: 8.0
Pros
  • Compact and premium
  • Capable performance
  • Fast 240Hz screen
Cons
  • Pricey for the specs
  • Thermally limited
Check price on Amazon≈ £2200
5
Best for power

Acer Predator Helios 16

8.8A well-rounded mid-table pick.

The Predator Helios 16 focuses on raw power and cooling for the money, with a bright Mini LED option and aggressive thermals that let the GPU stretch its legs. It is bulky and the styling is loud, but performance per pound is excellent.

Performance: 9.2Display: 9.0Cooling: 9.0Value: 8.8
Pros
  • Strong sustained performance
  • Great cooling
  • Bright Mini LED option
Cons
  • Bulky
  • Gamer styling
Check price on Amazon≈ £1900
6
Best mid-range

Lenovo Legion Slim 5

8.6Great value in the middle of the pack.

The Legion Slim 5 is the mid-range sweet spot, offering solid 1440p gaming, good battery for the class and a clean design without the premium price. The RTX 4060 is not for max settings at high resolutions, but for most players it is great value.

Performance: 8.6Display: 8.6Cooling: 8.6Value: 9.0
Pros
  • Great mid-range value
  • Clean design
  • Good battery for a gaming laptop
Cons
  • RTX 4060 limits 4K
  • Average speakers
Check price on Amazon≈ £1300
7
Best all-round

HP Omen 16

8.5A dependable pick if the price is right.

The Omen 16 is a dependable all-rounder with strong RTX 4070 performance, a fast screen and restrained styling that suits work and play. It is a touch heavy and the webcam is weak, but it is a well-balanced pick.

Performance: 8.8Display: 8.6Cooling: 8.4Value: 8.6
Pros
  • Strong all-round performance
  • Fast screen
  • Understated design
Cons
  • A little heavy
  • Weak webcam
Check price on Amazon≈ £1500
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8
Best for features

Alienware m16 R2

8.5Solid, if outshone by pricier rivals.

The redesigned m16 R2 is slimmer than past Alienwares, with a good screen, solid RTX 4070 performance and plenty of ports and features. It is pricey for the specs, but the build and feature set are strong.

Performance: 8.6Display: 8.6Cooling: 8.4Value: 8.2
Pros
  • Slimmer redesign
  • Lots of ports and features
  • Solid performance
Cons
  • Pricey for the specs
  • Battery only average
Check price on Amazon≈ £1700
9
Best budget

ASUS TUF Gaming A15

8.5A budget-friendly option worth a look.

The TUF Gaming A15 is the durable budget pick, with a rugged build and capable RTX 4060 gaming at a friendly price. The screen and speakers are basic and it is plasticky, but for affordable, tough gaming it is excellent value.

Performance: 8.4Display: 8.2Cooling: 8.4Value: 9.0
Pros
  • Rugged, durable build
  • Capable 1080p gaming
  • Great value
Cons
  • Basic screen and speakers
  • Plasticky
Check price on Amazon≈ £1100
10
Best cheap RTX

MSI Cyborg 15

8.1Rounds out our top ten.

The MSI Cyborg 15 is the cheapest way into RTX gaming, handling 1080p play with the entry RTX 4050 for around £900. Build quality and the display are clearly budget, but for a first gaming laptop on a tight budget it does the job.

Performance: 8.0Display: 8.0Cooling: 8.0Value: 8.8
Pros
  • Cheapest RTX entry
  • Decent 1080p gaming
  • Light for a gaming laptop
Cons
  • Budget build and screen
  • Entry-level GPU
Check price on Amazon≈ £900
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Frequently asked questions

What's the best of the gaming laptops in 2026?

Our top overall pick is the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16, which leads on our combined score for performance, value and features. The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i and Razer Blade 16 are excellent alternatives depending on budget and needs.

How did we choose these?

We weight performance, value, build quality and features, drawing on hands-on use and independent testing. See the methodology box above for the full breakdown.

Are these prices accurate?

Prices are approximate UK figures at the time of writing and change frequently. Click through to Amazon for the current price.

The bottom line

If you just want the best gaming laptops without overthinking it, the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 is our top recommendation — it earns the highest overall score for performance, value and features. Have a look at the current price and see what you think.

Check price on Amazon ≈ £2200

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