Laptops for Video Editing Under $1,500

Whether it's AAA games or VR experiences, the ASUS ROG Zephyrus S offers top-notch gaming performance with the convenience of an ultraportable laptop. When it comes to those intense gaming sessions, you can keep pushing forward knowing that you're backed by an outstanding 2.2GHz Intel Core i7 six-core processor and 16GB of DDR4 RAM. Driven by a NVIDIA GeForce GTX card, you can enjoy photorealistic graphics with vibrant colours and sharp details upon the 15.6-inch display that features full HD resolution and super-narrow bezels. Best of all? This robust power is packed into a slender and compact body frame that weighs just 2.1kg and measures 15.35~16.15mm thin. This expert craftsmanship makes it easy to transport your gaming arsenal from place to place with ease. The sizable 512GB SSD provides a generous amount of room for your growing library of gaming, extensions, tools and programs. The ASUS ROG Zephyrus S sets a new standard for portable gaming.

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.

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.