10 Best Gaming Laptops Under $1000 in 2026: Budget Picks for Performance Find the best gaming laptops under $1000 in 2026 with RTX graphics, fast displays, and strong value picks for smooth 1080p gaming. Player One · Apr 22
Look mom, new Intel Arc G3 handhelds that no one can probably afford are inbound New Intel Arc G3 and Arc G3 Extreme gaming handhelds will apparently debut at Computex, but you should brace for the usual premium price tag. GamesRadar · Apr 21
"An unmatched upgrade opportunity": Intel's new Core Series 3 mobile CPUs target "value buyers" as PC prices rise Intel has unveiled its new Core Series 3 "Wildcat Lake" mobile CPUs designed to be more affordable, and I'm optimistic that they'll be a decent antidote to rising PC prices. Windows Central · Apr 16
I’ve been using the Acer Predator Orion 7000 to play the latest titles and it’s one of the best gaming PCs you can buy right now The Acer Predator Orion 7000 is a high-end machine with eye-catching design and future-proof components – but it’s not cheap. TechRadar · Apr 15
I just tested the world's largest laptop trackpad and it makes my MacBook Pro's look tiny The Acer Swift 16 AI features the world's largest haptic touchpad — but is it too large? I went hands-on with it to find out. Tom’s Guide · Apr 8
28-hour battery life, waterproof, and 5G: Acer's rugged device ventures where other routers fear to tread Acer Connect M6E 5G provides rugged, all-day mobile Wi-Fi with 5G, NFC, Wi-Fi 6E, and global network support. TechRadar · Apr 6
I benchmarked Cyberpunk 2077 on 15 gaming laptops, these are the specs you need to hit 60fps in RT Ultra in 2026 After a year of testing, this is how each gaming laptop GPU handles one of today's most demanding games. GamesRadar · Apr 6
Ten years ago Acer debuted its awesomely ridiculous $10K gaming laptop – how well does it hold up in 2026? Two Nvidia GTX 1080 GPUs, a 21-inch screen, and a $10K price tag - the Acer Predator 21X was a ridiculous device 10 years ago, and I fired it up to see how it fares today. TechRadar · Apr 3
Alleged maple syrup scam in Quebec uncovered by Canadian broadcaster A Radio-Canada reporter noticed his maple syrup tasted odd; testing revealed it was adulterated with cane sugar The Guardian - US · Apr 2
Bargain hunters will know the MSI Cyborg well but are its sacrifices worth it? The MSI Cyborg drops quality of life features present in its sibling devices, while still holding up with workable RTX 5050 performance. GamesRadar · Mar 31
Acer Swift Edge 14 AI laptop review: Another lightweight wonder from the Acer stable The Acer Swift Edge 14 AI is a lightweight laptop that leverages a 200-series Core Ultra processor and LPDDR5X memory. TechRadar · Mar 24
Lenovo's listings appear to confirm RTX 5070 mobile GPU upgrade, but will it be enough to make 2026 gaming laptops worth it? It looks like Nvidia is indeed updating its mobile RTX 5070 for this year's gaming laptops, but that's not going to be enough to set this year's rigs back on course. GamesRadar · Mar 23
Acer Aspire Go 15 (2025) review: An upgraded yet underwhelming budget laptop The Acer Aspire Go 15 (2025) has gotten some slight upgrades with more memory and extra storage but worse battery life holds back this updated budget laptop. Tom’s Guide · Mar 20
Acer Nitro V 16 AI review: A ‘good enough’ budget gaming laptop The Acer Nitro V 16 AI (2025) might not deliver cutting-edge performance, but for less than $900, it offers a decent enough experience. Tom’s Guide · Mar 19
GamesRadar · Mar 18 Acer Predator Triton 14 AI vs Razer Blade 14, two slimline gaming laptops but one clear winner Two ultra-portable powerhouses go under the microscope, but Razer emerges the clear victor in the Acer Predator Triton 14 AI vs Blade 14 debate.
TechRadar · Mar 18 I’ve spent weeks with the Acer Predator Orion 5000, and it’s brought power and performance to my games, and smoothness to my work After searching for a new pre-built gaming PC for weeks, the Acer Predator Orion 5000 has answered my call and proved to be the perfect mid-range machine.
Tom’s Guide · Mar 18 I've tested every MacBook Neo alternative — the Asus Zenbook A14 leads 3 rivals that should worry Apple The MacBook Neo is widely considered to be one of the best budget laptops, but I've tested three rivals that give Apple a run for its money!
Tom’s Hardware · Mar 17 Intel's new Core Ultra 200HX Plus mobile CPUs include 290HX, 270HX Plus flagships — 8% faster gaming claims fall short of 15% boost promised by desktop Arrow Lake Refresh No performance metrics for the 270HX Plus yet.
TechRadar · Mar 17 Remember Gateway 2000? How a mouse pad triggered a wave of nostalgia for the big-box home PC company Gateway 2000 Computers hasn't been relevant in decades, but the nostalgia is strong for the 20th-century PC maker and its iconic cow-themed boxes.
The Independent UK · Mar 16 Where to buy refurbished laptops, plus the best deals to shop now Why pay full price? From MacBooks to Windows, here are the most trusted retailers for refurbished laptops
TechRadar · Mar 15 I admire the iMac vibes Acer’s new all-in-one PC gives off — but there’s no way it can match its performance The Acer Aspire C24 is a sleek and stylish all-in-one — but does it have the performance to match?
GamesRadar · Mar 11 The Acer Predator Triton 14 AI wants to run your game room and office, but it's not as sharp as the Blade The Acer Predator Triton 14 AI is a slick gaming laptop, but its weaker components hold it back in this review.
Tom’s Guide · Mar 11 MacBook Neo battery life tested — I can't believe the results We just tested the MacBook Neo, and were stunned by its battery life. Here's how it stacks against rival laptops and M-series MacBook Air models.
Tom’s Guide · Mar 10 MacBook Neo may win the budget laptop war before it even starts — cheap Windows laptop prices could jump by 'hundreds of dollars' Major PC makers are struggling to survive the RAM crisis and may move away from cheap laptops just as Apple drops the MacBook Neo.
GamesRadar · Mar 9 We could get a shock when 2026 gaming laptop prices are unveiled, here's what you need to know about buying this year RAM shortages are going to hit gaming laptop prices in 2026, here's everything you need to know if you're upgrading this year.