Laptops for Music Production Under $1,500

The ASUS ROG Strix gives you the opportunity for next level gaming. The vivid chassis of the ASUS Strix give it the robustness that every gaming laptop needs. However, the quad-core processors provide the power you need to defeat your opponents and play the latest releases. That's backed up by the NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 1060 graphics, which give you a smooth visual performance. There's enough RAM to game hard, with a high-quality performance even when running demanding software. Not only this, but the GPU is VR ready so you can be fully immersed in high-demand games such as Resident Evil or Ace Combat. The addition of ROG GameVisual means that you can tailor your in-game settings to match your gameplay. The dual fans will also keep the whole thing cool no matter how long you play, protecting your laptop from damage. The ASUS Strix then has the power to become a hardcore gaming machine for serious players.

The ASUS ROG has the intense performance needed to improve your own gaming successes. This laptop's Intel i7 processor and 16 GB memory lends the ASUS ROG both the power and speed to take you to victory, allowing you to run multiple software applications at the same time and helping your favorite games to run smoothly. The ROG also comes with its own Gaming Center, giving you the control over how your laptop's power is used, allowing you to change this according to your own gaming preferences and the games that you like to play. We know how heated gaming sessions can be, and that is why we recommend the ASUS ROG, which is installed with a thermal cooling system and dual fans which can help to cool off the heat of battle and allow you to play for hours at a time. If you love the latest technology, the USB ports in this ASUS are VR-ready, catering to all your futuristic needs.

An elegant black design is only the first thing you notice about the Lenovo ThinkPad P51; this laptop combines beauty with power, and will make a long-lasting impression. You will also soon find out how powerful it is thanks to its Intel Core i7 7th generation processor. It means the casual gamer can do everything from streaming games live to playing with other gamers online with no lack of quality or lag. What's more, the 15.6-inch IPS display will allow you to see images in all of their color and glory with the smallest of detail. For those that enjoy watching movies or their favorite YouTubers, you will also have the benefit of the Dolby Home Theatre sound system that will make your front room sound like a cinema. If like many people, you take advantage of online banking, you'll be grateful of the Lenovo ThinkPad P51 fingerprint reader that will keep your personal information safe and secure.

Whether your gaming experience is set to take place on the battlefield, the football pitch or behind the wheel, the MSI Gaming GE63 Raider is the laptop that will transport you there. The high-performance 2.2GHz Intel Core i7 hexa-core processor with 16GB of RAM allows for smooth gameplay and fast rendering. Not only is this system capable of delivering dynamic mobile power when you need it, but the range of energy modes allows you to prioritize battery efficiency when you don't. A 1TB hard drive and 256GB SSD provide a superb blend of storage space and speed to satisfy your needs. The 15.6-inch LED-backlit display is able to produce an extraordinary 120 picture frames per second and features full HD resolution. Thanks to 94% NTSC Colour Gamut calibration and MSI True Colour Technology, the laptop delivers impressive clarity and vibrant visuals. The emphatic Dynaudio sound system and exclusive audio module design allow for wonderful sound sensations that add to the immersive effects. With the MSI Gaming GE63 Raider, nothing stands in your way.