Best Gaming Laptops under ₹70,000 (September 2023)

Choosing the right budget gaming laptop is a challenge. There are countless factors to consider, technical jargon to understand, and a vast array of options. In this less-than-ideal market environment, where every penny counts, I've set out to cut through the noise and provide a critically curated list of the best gaming laptops under Rs 70,000. Budget gaming laptops are not just about affordability. They cater to a unique group of consumers who need a balanced performance for both gaming and daily tasks without emptying their bank accounts. A budget gaming laptop can be a college student's companion for leisure and study, a young professional's workstation that also provides entertainment, or even a stepping stone for aspiring eSports athletes. Laptops in this price range generally boast Intel's 11th or 12th gen CPUs or AMD's Ryzen 5000 or 6000 series processors. However, the reality isn't as simple as the spec sheet suggests. Graphics are usually powered by an RTX 3050 GPU with 4GB GDDR6 VRAM, which may not handle every game at the highest settings. While brands like HP, Dell, Lenovo, and MSI offer models in this range, it's crucial to look beyond the brand names. A really great example of an affordable yet high-performance laptop on this list is the MSI Katana GF66, priced at Rs 66,990. It boasts a superb combination of the Intel 12th Gen Core i5-12450H and an Nvidia RTX 3050. In terms of profile as well the laptop impresses with its thin and light design, thus making it a laptop you can easily travel with. On the lookout for a budget gaming laptop with an 8-core processor? Then the Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 powered by the AMD Ryzen 7 5800H, an 8-core 16-thread processor, should be your choice. Its affordable price tag of Rs 67,990 is also pretty nice. But don’t worry if you’re big on spending small, because the HP Victus 15.6 will provide you with the solid everyday gaming performance thanks to an AMD Ryzen 5600H and a Radeon 6500M GPU for just Rs 56,490. Also, keep in mind that the list is in ascending order in terms of price.