Best gaming laptops under Rs 90,000

With the ₹80–90k segment heating up, brands are cramming desktop-class silicon into slimmer chassis. You’ll meet Intel’s Core i7-13650HX and Core i5-14450HX with up to 14 performance-plus-efficiency cores, AMD’s AI-ready Ryzen 7 7840HS/8845HS, and Nvidia RTX 4060/4050 GPUs running between 95 W and 140 W. High-refresh WUXGA screens (16:10, 165 Hz) now rub shoulders with large 73–90 Wh batteries, PCIe 4.0 SSDs, and Wi-Fi 6E. In short, these seven laptops finally let serious gamers and creators step beyond 60 fps without stepping beyond ₹90k.

GIGABYTE G6X (9KG-43IN854SH) — ₹84,990

GIGABYTE’s G6X marries Intel’s Core i7-13650HX, 14 cores, 20 threads, up to 4.9 GHz, to an 8 GB RTX 4060 that runs at 105 W, so esports shooters breeze past 200 fps while demanding titles such as Starfield hold 70-plus at high settings. 16 GB of DDR5-4800 RAM and a 1 TB PCIe 4.0 SSD arrive factory-fitted, and two open slots let you double both later. The 16-inch 1920×1200 panel refreshes at 165 Hz and supports Adaptive-Sync to eliminate tearing; colour coverage is 45% NTSC, fine for gaming but limited for grading. WINDFORCE cooling uses twin 59-blade fans, four heat-pipes, and four exhaust vents, keeping the GPU in the low 80s; you will hear the fans under load. A 73 Wh battery ekes out about four hours of browsing, while the included 180 W brick or 100 W USB-C PD keeps the laptop fed during matches. Connectivity ticks every box: USB-C Gen 2 with DisplayPort 1.4, HDMI 2.1, 2.5 Gb Ethernet, Wi-Fi 6, and Bluetooth 5.2. The 2.5 kg gun-metal chassis sports a one-zone RGB keyboard with 1.5 mm travel, comfortable for both WASD mashing and late-night reports.

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Specification	Details
CPU	Core i7-13650HX (14 C/20 T, up to 4.9 GHz)
GPU	RTX 4060 8 GB, 105 W)
RAM	16 GB DDR5-4800 (2 × 8 GB)
Storage	1 TB PCIe 4.0 SSD)
Display	16-inch WUXGA 165 Hz, 45 % NTSC)
Battery	73 Wh (≈ 4 h web)
Weight	2.5 kg)

Who should buy:  Choose the G6X if you crave the highest FPS in this bracket and need twin SSD/RAM slots for painless future upgrades.

HP Victus 15-fb2117AX — ₹88,990

HP’s latest Victus drops the brand-new Ryzen 7 8845HS, eight Zen 4 cores boosting to 5.1 GHz, into a familiar 2.29 kg blue shell. Paired with a 6 GB RTX 4050 (DLSS 3 capable) and 16 GB DDR5-5600, it turns in 110 fps in Apex Legends and 70 fps in Hogwarts Legacy on high. A roomy 1 TB PCIe 4.0 SSD stores plenty of AAA installs. The 15.6-inch IPS panel refreshes at 144 Hz, hits 300 nits brightness, and covers 62.5% sRGB, respectable for competitive play, less so for colour work. Cooling relies on dual fans, a 24% wider rear vent, and four heat-pipes; GPU temps hover in the mid-70s with audible but not shrill fan noise. A 70 Wh battery promises up to 7 h 45 m video playback, though real-world mixed use sits near four hours. Ports include USB-C DP 1.4, HDMI 2.1, Wi-Fi 6, and Bluetooth 5.3. An enlarged keyboard with a numeric pad and white back-lighting favours students who type essays by day and grind by night.

Specification	Details
CPU	Ryzen 7 8845HS (8 C/16 T, up to 5.1 GHz)
GPU	RTX 4050 6 GB, 95 W)
RAM	16 GB DDR5-5600)
Storage	1 TB PCIe 4.0 SSD)
Display	15.6-inch FHD 144 Hz, 300 nits, 62.5 % sRGB)
Battery	70 Wh (≈ 4 h mixed)
Weight	2.29 kg

Who should buy: A solid pick for learners and streamers who value a gigantic SSD and the longest battery life in this round-up.

ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (FA507NUR-LP082W) — ₹86,990

The 2024 TUF A15 tucks an eight-core Ryzen 7 7435HS (up to 4.75 GHz) under a MIL-STD-810H-tested Mecha-Grey shell weighing 2.2 kg. It’s 6 GB RTX 4050 runs at 140 W thanks to a dedicated MUX switch, so Cyberpunk 2077 clears 80 fps on high with DLSS balanced. Sixteen GB DDR5-4800 and a 512 GB PCIe 4.0 SSD are installed, with an empty M.2 bay ready for expansion. The 15.6-inch FHD display refreshes at 144 Hz, supports Adaptive-Sync, and covers 72% NTSC, a step above many rivals. Cooling uses twin 84-blade Arc-Flow fans, five heat-pipes and four vents, keeping temps civilised while hitting 43 dB at full tilt. A hefty 90 Wh battery plus fast-charge (50% in 30 min) grants five hours of light browsing. Ports span USB-C DP 1.4, HDMI 2.1, 2.5 Gb Ethernet, and Wi-Fi 6E. The four-zone RGB keyboard, Dolby Atmos speakers, and Xbox Game Pass 3-month bundle round off a creator-friendly package.

Specification	Details
CPU	Ryzen 7 7435HS)
GPU	RTX 4050 6 GB, 140 W + MUX)
RAM	16 GB DDR5-4800)
Storage	512 GB PCIe 4.0 SSD (spare slot)
Display	15.6-inch FHD 144 Hz, 72 % NTSC)
Battery	90 Wh (≈ 5 h light)
Weight	2.2 kg

Who should buy: Ideal for travellers who need a rugged, upgrade-friendly chassis and the highest TGP RTX 4050 on sale.

MSI Thin 15 (B13VE-1800IN) — ₹91,990

MSI’s Thin 15 squeezes a Core i7-13620H (10 cores, up to 4.9 GHz) and RTX 4050 into a 1.86 kg, 21.7 mm frame—the lightest here. Despite the slim profile, dual fans and four heat-pipes hold temperatures under 85 °C, though fan noise is ever-present. The 15.6-inch IPS-level panel is 144 Hz but only 45% NTSC; colours look muted, yet motion is fluid for Counter-Strike 2 and Fortnite. One TB SSD ensures generous space for libraries, and 16 GB DDR5 keeps Windows snappy; no extra M.2 slot, so consider external drives later. Battery life from a 53 Wh pack stays around three hours of documents, one hour of gaming. Ports cover USB-C DP 1.4, three USB-A, and HDMI 4K 30 Hz, but there’s no Ethernet jack; Wi-Fi 6E must suffice. A white back-lit keyboard and DTS-tuned speakers complete a tidy, commuter-friendly laptop.

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Specification	Details
CPU	Core i7-13620H)
GPU	RTX 4050 6 GB, 85 W)
RAM	16 GB DDR5-4800)
Storage	1 TB PCIe SSD)
Display	15.6″ FHD 144 Hz, 45 % NTSC)
Battery	53 Wh (≈ 3 h office)
Weight	1.86 kg)

Who should buy: Perfect for commuters needing the lightest RTX 40-series laptop that still punches through esports titles.

Acer Predator Neo (PHN16-71-59XW) — ₹88,036

The Predator Neo 16 serves an i5-13500HX (14 cores, 20 threads) backed by a 6 GB RTX 4050 at 140 W, pushing 165 Hz on its 16-inch 1920×1200 IPS panel. With 400 nits brightness, G-SYNC, and Advanced Optimus, visuals stay tear-free and vivid indoors or out. Twin AeroBlade all-metal fans, liquid-metal TIM, and four exhausts keep silicon below 80°C while staying quieter than earlier Helios models. Sixteen GB DDR5-4800 and a 512 GB SSD are solder-free, and a spare M.2 bay plus dual SO-DIMM slots aid upgrades. Intel Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650, two Thunderbolt 4 ports, HDMI 2.1, and 2.5 Gb Ethernet satisfy streamers. At 2.6 kg, the Neo is hefty, yet its 90 Wh battery manages four-plus hours of browsing. The four-zone RGB keyboard, 3 ms response time, and bundled PredatorSense software round off a creator-friendly powerhouse.

Specification	Details
CPU	Core i5-13500HX
GPU	RTX 4050 6 GB, 140 W
RAM	16 GB DDR5-4800)
Storage	512 GB PCIe 4.0 SSD (spare slot)
Display	16-inch WUXGA 165 Hz, 400 nits, G-SYNC)
Battery	90 Wh (≈ 4 h web)
Weight	2.6 kg

Who should buy: Great for creators wanting Thunderbolt 4 and the brightest screen here, without paying for an i7 CPU.

Lenovo Legion Slim 5 (16APH8) — ₹93,990

The Legion Slim 5 squeezes an eight-core Ryzen 7 7840HS (up to 5.1 GHz) and RTX 4050 into a 21.9 mm magnesium-aluminium chassis weighing 2.4 kg. The GPU runs at 125 W via a physical MUX, delivering 90 fps in Forza Horizon 5 on high settings. A 16-inch WUXGA 144 Hz panel offers FreeSync, G-SYNC, and 300 nits brightness, ideal for smooth play and office glare control. Sixteen GB DDR5-5600 sits in dual SO-DIMMs, and a 512 GB SSD plus free slot keeps upgrades simple. Cooling uses dual fans, three heat-pipes, and large rear vents, keeping the GPU mid-80s with moderate acoustics. A 73 Wh battery yields four hours of mixed use; rapid-charge hits 80% in 60 minutes. Ports include dual USB-C (one PD 140 W), dual USB-A, and HDMI 2.1, while Wi-Fi 6E handles wireless duties. A four-zone RGB keyboard, 1080p webcam with e-shutter, and bundled MS Office sweeten the deal for hybrid workers.

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Specification	Details
CPU	Ryzen 7 7840HS
GPU	RTX 4050 6 GB, 125 W + MUX
RAM	16 GB DDR5-5600
Storage	512 GB PCIe 4.0 SSD (spare slot)
Display	16-inch WUXGA 144 Hz, 300 nits
Battery	73 Wh (≈ 4 h mixed)
Weight	2.4 kg

Who should buy: Best for creators and hybrid pros needing a slim yet powerful 16-inch machine with a MUX switch and office license included.

Acer Nitro V (ANV16-71) — ₹84,990

The first 14th-gen HX laptop under ₹85k, Nitro V 16 pairs Intel’s Core i5-14450HX (10 P+E cores) with an RTX 4050 at 115 W. This delivers 75 fps in Elden Ring and 120 fps in Overwatch 2 at high settings on its roomy 16-inch WUXGA 165 Hz display. Sixteen GB DDR5 and a 512 GB SSD ship standard, while a spare M.2 slot allows painless capacity bumps. Acer’s dual-fan setup uses CoolBoost and rear exhausts; GPU temps reach low-80s, though fans hover around 46 dB in Turbo mode. A 58 Wh battery runs about three hours of email, so gaming near a wall socket is advised. Ports include Thunderbolt 4, HDMI 2.1, two USB-A, and Gigabit LAN, plus Wi-Fi 6 for low-latency matches. DTS:X Ultra speakers and a 3-mic PurifiedVoice array.

Specification	Details
CPU	Core i5-14450HX
GPU	RTX 4050 6 GB, 115 W
RAM	16 GB DDR5-4800
Storage	512 GB PCIe SSD (spare slot)
Display	16-inch WUXGA 165 Hz, 45% NTSC
Battery	58 Wh (≈ 3 h office)
Weight	2.5 kg

Who should buy: A savvy choice for gamers wanting the very latest Intel chip and a 165 Hz 16-inch screen at the lowest price here.

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Which laptop should you buy?

If frame-rate supremacy is paramount, the GIGABYTE G6X and its RTX 4060 at 105 W rule this price band. Colour-critical users should eye the ASUS TUF A15, whose 72% NTSC panel and 90 Wh battery eclipse most rivals. For an all-day lecture companion with a 1 TB SSD, the HP Victus shines, while commuters will love the 1.86 kg MSI Thin 15. Creators who need Thunderbolt 4 and the brightest panel should reach for the Predator Neo 16, whereas hybrid workers get the most balanced experience, MUX switch, office licence, and slim build from the Legion Slim 5. Finally, budget hunters wanting a 16-inch 165 Hz panel on 14-gen silicon can safely grab the Nitro V 16. Match your priority, GPU tier, portability, battery, or display, and one of these seven machines will serve you well for both work and weekend raids.