Our next-gen gaming laptops will use Intel’s 12th-gen or AMD’s Ryzen 6000 series mobile CPUs in a few months or quarters. But even if you can’t wait until then, there’s no reason to worry since there are some incredible devices on the market right now. In this article, I’ll discuss the best gaming laptops under 2.5 lakhs in Nepal.
Best Gaming Laptops Under 2.5 Lakhs in Nepal
Acer Predator Helios 300 (2021)
As a starting point, we’re going to look at the Predator Helio 2021 iteration of Acer. With this one, you have the option to add two RTX 30-series GPUs and an Intel Core i7-11800H CPU. There is a high-end RTX 3070 GPU with 100W available for under 2.5 lakh if you are lucky. To store all your games, you get sixteen gigabytes of DDR4 RAM and one terabyte of SSD space.
The Acer QHD screen also offers a 165Hz refresh rate, 100% DCI-P3 color coverage, and a sharp QHD screen for Rs. 230,000. The Helios 300 could also make a good portable workstation thanks to the powerful processors underneath.
Acer Predator Helios 300 (2021) Specifications:
| Display | 15.6″ diagonal QHD (2560 x 1440) anti-glare screen, 100% DCI-P3, 165Hz refresh rate, 300 nits, 3ms overdrive |
| CPU | Intel Core i7-11800H, 8C/16T, 4.6GHz Max Turbo |
| GPU | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 (8GB GDDR6, 100W TGP) |
| RAM | 16GB LPDDR4-3200 (expandable) |
| Storage | 1 TB NVMe SSD |
| Battery | 59Wh (230W power adapter) |
| Weight | 2.5 KG |
| Dimensions | 360.68 x 254 x 22.86 mm |
| Price in Nepal | 230,000.00 |
Asus TUF Gaming F15 (2022)
Our second-best gaming laptop under Rs. 2.5 lakhs in Nepal is the Asus TUF Gaming F15 (2022). The laptop offers a 12th Gen Core i7-12700H processor and an RTX 3060 GPU with 140W TGP. The system comes with 16GB of DDR5 RAM and 1TB of SSD storage. With Armoury Care, you can even use the MUX switch without modifying your BIOS settings.
The TUF F15’s cooling mechanism has been revamped to keep up with its increased performance. Screen-wise, you’ll find a 15.6-inch LCD panel with a 300Hz refresh rate and 100% coverage of sRGB. The speakers and keyboard backlighting aren’t great, and the speakers aren’t as loud as they should be. In spite of these points, the Asus TUF Gaming provides a great overall package.
Asus TUF Gaming F15 (2022) Specification
| Display | 15.6″ diagonal FHD (1920 x 1080) anti-glare screen, 100% sRGB, 300Hz refresh rate |
| CPU | Intel Core i7-12700H CPU, 14C/20T, 4.7GHz Max Turbo |
| GPU | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 (6GB GDDR6, 140W TGP) |
| RAM | 16GB DDR5-4800 (expandable) |
| Storage | 1 TB NVMe SSD |
| Battery | 90Wh (200W power adapter) |
| Weight | 2.2 KG |
| Dimensions | 354 x 251 x 22.4 ~ 24.9 mm |
| Price in Nepal | 235,000.00 |
Lenovo Legion 5 / 5 Pro (2022)
The Lenovo Legion 5 Pro (2022) is my top pick for the best gaming laptop under 2.5 lakhs in Nepal. This year’s Legion 5 Pro continues the legacy of our best gaming laptop pick from last year. Similarly to last year, there is a cheaper Legion 5, but I recommend spending a little more to get the Pro version.
Legion 5 Pro is worth every penny because of its superior build quality, better display, and better thermals. Lenovo has replaced the glowing “Y” logo on the lid with “Legion” text this year to make the design more subtle. There is even a color match between the keyboard and the main body. This year’s build quality is just as good as last year’s.
The 16-inch QHD screen boasts 165Hz refresh rate, 500 nits of brightness, 3ms response time, and sRGB gamut of 100%. As well as offering a better keyboard than other gaming laptops, the Legion TrueStrike provides a better gaming experience.
However, the performance stands out as the main highlight. With Ryzen 7 6800H and RTX 3060, Lenovo increased the performance of its PCs this year. There are 16GB of DDR5 dual-channel memory and 512GB of NVMe SSD as part of the memory package.
The all-new Coldfront 4.0 cooling solution keeps the laptop cool even after multiple gaming sessions. As long as you’re not doing anything CPU or GPU-intensive, the fan won’t even kick on.
Only the massive power brick is a real issue with this year’s Legion 5 Pro. A 300W power adapter is included with the laptop, along with an 80Wh battery. It gets in the way of portability since the adapter is a real tank.
Lenovo Legion 5 Pro (2022) Specifications:
| Display | 16″ diagonal WQXGA (2560 x 1600) anti-glare screen, 100% sRGB, 165Hz refresh rate, 500 nits, 3ms response time, Dolby Vision |
| CPU | AMD Ryzen 7 6800H, 8C/16T, 4.7GHz Max Turbo |
| GPU | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 (6GB GDDR6, 140W TGP) |
| RAM | 16GB LPDDR4-3200 (expandable) |
| Storage | 512GB NVMe SSD |
| Battery | 80Wh (300W power adapter) |
| Weight | 2.49kg |
| Dimensions | 359.9 x 262.4 x 19.9 mm |
| Price in Nepal | 220,000.00 |
Ripple Nova Pro
Ripple, the Nepal-based laptop OEM brand, offers the Nova Pro. The price-to-performance ratio has made it popular in Nepal as the first laptop with a 12th Gen Intel CPU. For the base variant with 256GB RAM and 8GB RAM, the laptop starts at Rs. 185,000. The laptop can, however, be configured with 32GB of DDR5 RAM and 1TB of SSD for Rs. 238,000.
The Ripple Nova Pro is powered by a 12th Gen Intel 12700H processor and an RTX 3060 GPU. A total of 140W is available from the latter. In addition, you’ll find a 15.6-inch QHD screen with a 165Hz refresh rate and 100% coverage of the sRGB color space. An 18W adapter is included along with a 63Wh battery.
Ripple Nova Pro Specification
| Display | 15.6-inch QHD, 165Hz refresh rate, 100% sRGB |
| CPU | 12th Gen Intel Core i7-12700H (14C/20T, up to 4.7GHz) |
| GPU | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 (140W TGP) |
| RAM | 32GB DDR5-4800 |
| Storage | 1 TB NVMe SSD |
| Battery | 63Whr (180W power adapter) |
| Weight | 1.9kg |
| Dimensions | 360.2 x 243.5 x 19.9 mm |
| Price in Nepal | 238,000.00 |
Asus ROG Strix G15 G513
Asus ROG Strix G15’s design stands out even before getting into its specs and performance. In addition to Eclipse Gray, Volt Green, and Electro Punk, Asus offers three color options for the laptop. Each Armor Cap variant has its own color to add a bit of personality. You also get a horizontal RGB strip along with the keyboard that can be customized with Aura Sync.
A Ryzen 9 6900HS processor and an NVIDIA RTX 3060 graphics card power the system. The latter can handle TGPs of up to 140W, taking into account Dynamic Boost’s 25W. The ROG Intelligent Cooling System on the laptop keeps it cool. It is claimed that Asus’ CPU uses liquid metal, which keeps it cooler by 16 degrees Celsius. A total of four outlets are available with two updated ARC Flow Fans.
Our display measures 15.6 inches and is 100% RGB-compatible. In other words, you can create content using it. Gamer-friendly features include a 300Hz refresh rate and a 3ms response time, as well as support for adaptive sync. Additionally, you get advanced features such as Dolby Vision HDR and Mux switch.
Asus ROG Strix Specifications:
| Display | 15.6″ diagonal FHD (1920 x 1080) anti-glare screen, 100% sRGB, 300Hz refresh rate, 3ms |
| CPU | AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS, 8C/16T, 4.9GHz Max Turbo |
| GPU | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 (6GB GDDR6, 140W TGP) |
| RAM | 16GB DDR5-4800 (expandable) |
| Storage | 1 TB NVMe SSD |
| Battery | 90Wh (240W power adapter) |
| Weight | 2.3 kg |
| Dimensions | 354 x 259 x 22.6~27.2 mm |
| Price in Nepal | 252,000.00 |
Level51 XP
Level51 provides us with XP next. If you aren’t familiar with Level 51, they are a gaming laptop manufacturer based in Thailand. Customizability is one of Level51’s main strengths, including its XP laptop. Customers at Level51 have the option of choosing better internals, as well as better screens and thermals.
Additionally, the built-in app allows you to tweak your laptop’s performance further. Undervote your CPU and GPU, and switch between different performance modes using the app.
Regarding the XP, it comes with the latest Intel i7-12700H processor and NVIDIA RTX 3060 GPU, which is the most advanced lineup offered by the company. The TGP of the GPU is 130W, and Advanced Optimus is supported. There are plenty of ports for connectivity on the laptop’s metal chassis. There are two Thunderbolt 4 ports, two USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports, and one USB 3.2 Gen 1 port on this device.
Level 51 XP Specifications:
| Display | 15.6″ QHD (2560 x 1440), 165Hz refresh rate |
| CPU | 12th Gen Intel Core i7-12700H (14C/20T, up to 4.7GHz) |
| GPU | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 (130W) |
| RAM | 16GB DDR4 RAM |
| Storage | 1 TB NVMe SSD |
| Battery | 80Whr (230W power adapter) |
| Weight | 2.49 kg |
| Dimensions | 358 x 240 x 24.9 mm |
| Price in Nepal | 257,000.00 |
Dell Alienware X14
We usually associate gaming laptops with bulky machines with plenty of power. With the new X14, Alienware went another route. This is the thinnest gaming laptop in the world, according to the company. There is only one color option, Lunar Silver, which looks amazing. Approximately 1.85kg and 14.5mm thick, the laptop measures 14.5mm in thickness. Therefore, you can carry it easily.
On the inside, you will find an Intel i7-12700H gaming CPU along with an Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU. The cooling solution is powered by Alienware’s Cryo-tech and uses a special thermal material. The Alienware Command Center also allows you to experiment with different power and performance settings.
It is important to note that Alienware has designed the internals to run much lower levels than they are actually capable of achieving. The RTX 3060, for instance, has a TGP of only 75W.
Dell Alienware X14 Specification
| Display | 14″ FHD (1920 x 1080), 144Hz refresh rate, G-Sync, 3ms |
| CPU | Intel Core i7-12700H, 14C/20T, 4.7GHz Max Turbo |
| GPU | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 (6GB GDDR6, 75W TGP) |
| RAM | 16GB LPDDR5-4800 (expandable) |
| Storage | 1 TB NVMe SSD |
| Battery | 80Wh (230W power adapter) |
| Weight | 1.79~1.85kg |
| Dimensions | 321.50 x 262.77 x 24.5 mm |
| Price in Nepal | 235,000.00 |