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 Gaming laptops approval list, Last update: 9 March 2022

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TSZM Fong
post Jun 21 2019, 11:55 AM

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QUOTE(katakTermenung @ Jun 21 2019, 11:35 AM)
Which is your recommend slate 15 or forge 15 pro
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Do you need thin and light?

QUOTE(MeToo @ Jun 21 2019, 11:40 AM)
Personally I feel the list will help me more if its list by price.

Highest to lowest.

So that a buyer with say 7000 budget can look up this list and immediately zoom in on a few units that he should focus/research on.

I would find price to be more of a determinant than which chip it uses etc...
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Actually if you look closely, most of the sections are sorted based on lowest to highest price. Prices will keep changing too so I can't update everyday

Anyway, I will take your suggestion into consideration

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post Jun 21 2019, 06:07 PM

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QUOTE(katakTermenung @ Jun 21 2019, 01:13 PM)
I do need better cooling for gaming.
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Then Forge 15 Pro
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post Jun 25 2019, 12:16 AM

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QUOTE(TYK @ Jun 24 2019, 11:52 PM)
What do you think of HP Omen 15-dc1071tx?
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QUOTE(ZM Fong @ Apr 26 2019, 06:36 PM)
Awaiting more info: Asus G531/G731, HP Omen 15-dc RTX
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Read thoroughly before asking, thanks

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post Jun 25 2019, 12:17 PM

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QUOTE(yshiuan @ Jun 25 2019, 08:48 AM)
Do you have any plan putting AMD CPU laptop into your list?
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QUOTE(ZM Fong @ Apr 26 2019, 06:36 PM)
In consideration: Asus FX505DT
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Repeat: Read thoroughly before asking, thanks
QUOTE(hong6002 @ Jun 25 2019, 11:49 AM)
I don't see it in the recommendation list
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Because it's bad
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post Jul 1 2019, 12:54 PM

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QUOTE(chongtiensum @ Jul 1 2019, 11:15 AM)
Commandos Glock 5
is this laptop good? seen on website have clearance very cheap
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Yes
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post Jul 1 2019, 05:31 PM

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QUOTE(TYK @ Jul 1 2019, 04:55 PM)
Want to seek your opinion on Acer Predator Triton 500 (PT515-51-73YN).

RRP is RM 7,599, with i7-9750H and RTX 2060 in thin form factor. Is it worth that price tag?

Acer Predator Triton 500
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never buy at msrp

just need to take note that the cpu cooling will be weaker due to thin profile - might require repaste
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post Jul 1 2019, 11:40 PM

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QUOTE(TYK @ Jul 1 2019, 11:21 PM)
Acer Predator Triton 500 (PT515-51-73YN)
MSI GE65 Raider 9SE 005MY
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MSI new laptops are overpriced, there are other good models for less price

Triton 500 is thin and light, therefore not comparable directly
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post Jul 2 2019, 01:47 PM

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QUOTE(Axelredan @ Jul 2 2019, 02:31 AM)
Any compromises on Raven SE (1650)? Seems to be the lightest budget gaming laptop
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Power limit issue which can be solved manually
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post Jul 4 2019, 01:02 AM

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QUOTE(lust_bader @ Jul 3 2019, 10:30 PM)
could u suggest which 1 should i go for?
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Would avoid Asus if possible due to poor QC and after sales, moreover G531 1050/1650 model doesn't seem to have good cooling

Nitro 5 has bad cooling - which review says it's good?

I have reviewed Raven SE and Forge 15

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post Jul 4 2019, 03:37 PM

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QUOTE(lust_bader @ Jul 4 2019, 03:33 PM)
monaliza
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lol...do you think his review is good
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post Jul 4 2019, 11:04 PM

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QUOTE(lust_bader @ Jul 4 2019, 06:18 PM)
basically its either forge15 or raven se is good right?
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Value wise, yes. Also consider Raven non SE
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post Jul 8 2019, 08:40 PM

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QUOTE(UrbanGraduate @ Jul 8 2019, 08:19 PM)
Hey ZM Fong,

Unlike other k/, i sadly have to limit my spending by putting a max budget of 5-6k laptop and is seriously considering the 2 below:

1. Lenovo Legion Series (Y540, Y740 etc)
2. Asus RoG Strix G Series (G531 etc)

Here's my dillemma, I saw that you wrote that Asus has bad after sales support and I think you're right but its also slightly cheaper than Lenovo's. If you were to invest in your hard earned sweaty ringgits, which would you recommend sensei?
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Why only these 2 models? For this budget you have many choices

Asus laptops have poorer QC+QA compared to competition. The bad after sales also don't help. If you want to take higher risk then feel free to do so, however G531 only 1660TI/2060 models are decent

Usage? Any preference on weight and battery life?
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post Jul 8 2019, 08:50 PM

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QUOTE(UrbanGraduate @ Jul 8 2019, 08:43 PM)
No preference except for:

1. Screen colour accuracy (Adobe sRGB)
2. Screen refresh rate
3. Cooling and fan capacity
4. Whether undervolted or not
5. Specs
6. Build quality

So far am inching towards Y740 or Y540 tbh, still cant decide.

Edit: Mainly for gaming. Looking forward to Cyberpunk 2077
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Y740 is out of your budget

Level51 Slate-15 - thin and light (weaker CPU cooling)
Acer Predator Helios 300 PH315-52-76CQ
Illegear Rogue
Lenovo Legion Y540 15 customize / 81SX004XMJ
Level51 Forge 15 Pro
Asus GL504G-VES044T
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post Jul 9 2019, 07:27 AM

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QUOTE(UnknownMy @ Jul 9 2019, 12:23 AM)
Hi ZM Fong, currently I am looking for gaming laptop, and now considering on Acer Helios 300 (2019).

As I check the spec and price on (MSRP & retailer), both models (54KG & 76CQ) is RM800 apart, the only difference is the CPU (i5 9300H vs i7 9750H).
If I want buy it for normal usage and gaming* only, is i5 version is good enough or is it worth to spend another RM800 for i7 version?
Also is RTX2060 a good GPU, in terms of thermal and performance? I am hoping for 1660Ti version, but Acer not offer it for Malaysia market.
Gaming: More on strategy/management game like DOW3, EU4, HOI4, Total war TK, FM series, possible some FPS/ARPG/Stealth game.
Other than Acer, Lenovo Legion series & custom gaming model also under consideration, just:
Lenovo Y540: Very little review on it. Just know that Jarrod'sTech has just buy it, now waiting him to get his laptop to review.
Lenovo Y545: From BOAT review, repaste and undervolt don't seems to help much on thermal.
Lenovo Y740: The price is high.
Custom gaming: after sales service difficulties, coz I live on the Northern region.
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Would suggest getting the i7 to avoid any potential botttleneck. 1660TI can be faster than 2060 depending on the GPU power limit

Y540 is decent while Y545 isn't available in Malaysia. Stock paste is good in Legion models unless you got a lemon (like mine). Can opt for onsite warranty for custom laptops
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post Jul 21 2019, 11:21 PM

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QUOTE(xCALLUM @ Jul 21 2019, 10:43 PM)
Hi,

I saw your review of Illegear's Raven SE.
Any additional thoughts about the newly released Raven SE-R?
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Will review soon
QUOTE(tsg_7 @ Jul 21 2019, 10:51 PM)
Guy, wanna ask HP Pavillion 15-dk0011tx?
Pricing and spec quite tempting.
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Mediocre model due to cooling
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post Jul 23 2019, 11:11 AM

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QUOTE(tsg_7 @ Jul 23 2019, 07:25 AM)
you mean the cooling not that good?
but if not using it for heavy gaming? what do you think?
because i couldnt get similar or near-to-it spec when comparing other brands with this current HP.
but as far as i know, HP is not well known for their cooling. lol.
correct me if im wrong for above statement.
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There are better options, moreover Pavilion line has questionable QC. Buying laptop isn't just specs

Thermals depends on models
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post Jul 23 2019, 12:17 PM

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QUOTE(tsg_7 @ Jul 23 2019, 11:54 AM)
Thanks for the advice. If in this case, mind to share any gaming laptop with decent performance with around same price as HP above? Around RM2,800.
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see the list lol

anyway, Commandos Glock 5 is currently on promo now...good cooling
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post Jul 23 2019, 12:29 PM

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QUOTE(tsg_7 @ Jul 23 2019, 12:24 PM)
Commandos? Got local distributor here?
Im afraid of uncommon brand because of warranty or parts issue later on. So may i ask how reliable is this?
Sorry noob here.
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Sold by Tech Armory, it's a Clevo unit

Choose model not brand....warranty isn't an issue if you live in Selangor - carry in warranty is default but got optional onsite (courier service)

What reliable?
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post Jul 23 2019, 04:10 PM

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QUOTE(tsg_7 @ Jul 23 2019, 03:16 PM)
i mean the build quality and overall reliability.
i.e. like 10 years ago for Acer, though is cheaper than their competitor with the very same spec, overall quality and reliability is not that great.
of course there is saying, you pay peanut and you get monkey.
but not all expensive stuff equal to its quality.
thats what im trying to say.
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Build quality is alright for that model

I've said many times, if you want best reliability then go for premium business laptop/workstation, consumer grade laptops aren't for you
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post Jul 23 2019, 04:55 PM

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QUOTE(tsg_7 @ Jul 23 2019, 04:30 PM)
sorry. i cheapskate.
looking for decent value for laptop.
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no need to sorry lol

just get the Glock 5 if you want decent value
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