UPDATED December 2008
Gaming laptops, also known as extreme gaming notebooks, are a category of portable computers targeted at users who play the latest graphics intensive computer games. Devices in this category are usually based on the fastest available processors from Intel and AMD (both 32 bit and 64 bit), come with a minimum of 2GB RAM, faster connectivity and better sound than regular laptops. While not all models come with dedicated graphics card as standard equipment in order to keep the entry price lower, make sure that you buy the best graphics card you can afford in order to achieve optimal gaming peformance. Because of their more advanced multimedia features, laptops in this category are generally available in multiple configurations and cost a bit more than laptops in other categories. You should expect to pay $1100-$2600 for the most commonly available features. The gaming laptops shown below are ranked in search popularity order. You can click on the model links to see more information including pricing, specifications and reviews.