4 laptops specializing in 'game'

Gone are the days when you had to buy a laptop for $ 5,000 if you wanted to play a game. Instead there is a series of high-speed new machines for more than $ 1,000 to $ 2,000 .

Two basic factors that drive up the price of gaming notebooks are processors and graphics cards. But recently, ATI has introduced a cheaper, more responsive graphics card that doesn't necessarily have to be an Intel Extreme processor. The systems are CyberPower Xtreme Gamer M1 and Alienware M17 using power-saving processors with dual ATI Radeon HD 3879 graphics cards arranged in a CrossFire configuration. This card can meet the 3DMark 06 score with a 5-digit resolution (at 1024 x 768), and the price of this laptop is about $ 2,000.

In addition, you can also find yourself cheaper laptops (about $ 1,300) but also quite strong to enjoy a big game like: N50Vn-B1B using Nvidia GeForce 9650M GT graphics card, or GT627-218US with Nvidia GeForce 9800M GS graphics card.

For game enthusiasts, the most important thing to note: computers with fast processors are necessary, but the key to playing 'best' games is to choose a good graphics card.

Here are the four latest laptop options and the best video gaming capabilities that PCMAG magazine rated.

Alienware M17 (USD 2,059)

Alienware M17 is one of the first laptops to use ATI's CrossFireX technology. Tested through 3D tests, this machine can 'treat' giant mobile games.

It was designed like an armor with the signature of an alien head symbol. Previously, designs like these were usually only suitable for people who had a lot of money and never had to worry about prices. At $ 2,060, this 17-inch screen computer can be a bit heavy, but its shiny black steel casing and the ATI CrossFireX dual-GPU configuration deserve it.

Advantages

Mysterious, effective and beautiful design. Big screen with the highest resolution possible. Cheap. Illuminated keyboard. ATI's CrossFireX technology gives you a great gaming feel with the highest 3D score. Comes with a very powerful multimedia feature set.

Defect

AC charger weighs nearly 1.4kg. Mouse keys make noise. The frame is heavy.

CyberPower Gamer Xtreme M1 ($ 2,150)

This gaming laptop has the same inner workings as the Alienware M17 but has an unimpressive exterior design.

Advantages

Good price. There is a Blu-ray reader. Great screen resolution. HDMI and eSATA ports. ATSC TV detection mode. ATI's high-tech CrossFire.

Defect

Poor design. Difficulty placing speakers.

ASUS N50Vn-B1B ($ 1,255)

Most customers plan to buy a family laptop at an affordable price and play the game should think of the ASUS N50Vn.

Advantages

The price is very affordable. HDMI and eSATA output ports. Nvidia 3D graphics card is user friendly. Good processor. 4GB memory. Number keys available.

Defect

Mouse key causes noise when clicked. Need more batteries.

MSI GT627-218US (1,100 USD)

MSI has produced a gaming laptop at an affordable price without having to trade the most important element of a graphics card. MSI GT627-218US is considered a good laptop for action game players because of its strong Nvidia graphics card with many frames and affordable prices.

Advantages

Great Nvidia graphics card. Many special ports, including HDMI port, TV tuner and eSATA. 4GB memory. Good processor.

Defect

The keyboard is too slim!