Gaming Laptops for Music Production, College (Students), Bookkeeping, Back-end Software Development, Working a lot with Numbers and Working in Low Light that'll be Carried Occasionally

Thinner and more streamlined than most gaming laptops, this packs an amazing amount of power. As soon as you've stopped marveling at the chassis and take the extra step of opening this bad boy up, you'll be blown away by the sleek and large screen. Not only is the 15.6-inch IPS-level display ultra responsive, but it's also got the graphics power to back it up. The processor and RAM combine with the display to ensure that you can get down to some serious gaming, and even the latest AAA chart-toppers will run smoothly on this Asus without in-game setting adjustments, lag, or color bleed. You'll even be ready to get your VR on! ROG GameVisual software means you can have presets for your best games or for watching films, while the backlights on the keyboard can be changed to suit your playing style (there's even a breathing or rainbow effect for added flair). Perfect for gaming and streaming wherever you are, this is a solid and powerful laptop that will only make you a better gamer.

A sleek design is hiding some impressive specs in this Asus. Notebooks don't get much better or more fully formed than this, and the performance shows. Not only does it look fantastic, but it also comes loaded with the powerful processor from Intel and the 8GB of memory to ensure that everything powers along intuitively and smoothly. The massive 17.3-inch display screen has all of the pixel density you'll ever want, in Full HD and accompanied by IPS tech for easier use. The HDD comes with an integrated card reader so storage and space is never going to be a worry, and the SonicMaster audio system keeps your films and tunes sounding crystal clear no matter how loud you've got the volume turned up. With Bluetooth, super-quick Wi-Fi, and an Ethernet port, you're never going to have a problem getting connected, and the Intel® Turbo Boost Technology keeps everything under control. A laptop that won't let you down no matter where you are or what you're doing.

Gaming on the go used to be an issue, and then this laptop arrived and put this issue to bed. This is one top-quality laptop that will let you play and work when you want to, no questions asked. You'll find that the Intel processor is hardcore enough to cope with anything you throw at it, while the 14-inch IPS display comes in full HD for perfect clarity and gameplay that makes you weep with joy. The visuals are immersive, but don't forget the sound, with this IdeaPad bringing the sounds of the gameplay right to the room you're playing in. Through JBL speakers and Dolby Home Theater, you'll be equipped with realistic sounds which don't suffer from distortion, meaning you can completely lose yourself. What about outside of the world of gaming? Well, with a Windows OS and the music creation app Stagelight, you can even create your own chart-topping tunes with ease. This is a gaming laptop that delivers in every way - and then some.

If you want to balance size with power, the MSI GS65 is the gaming laptop you have been waiting for. Its 15.6 inch Full HD and backlit screen can give you crystal clear and precise visuals to meet your gaming needs, allowing you to immerse yourself within your game. Alongside this, the 8th generation Intel Core i7 is a powerful processor that can drive you to victory, with the support to enable you to run large and demanding software. Add to this 16 GB of RAM and an SSD and you have the fast performance needed to play all of your games smoothly. These features are combined with the on-board Intel UHD graphics 630 and discrete NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 to bring you a smooth and thrilling experience that can get the best out of your games and software and help you to play at the best of your ability.

This understated yet elegant laptop hides a stunning experience that will send you to the top of the leader boards. With a state of the art computer processor to power your journey through the fantasy landscapes of your favorite games, you will have the boost needed to play for longer, and demand more from your laptop. With 1060 graphics, you will also be able to get the best graphics on the market, with excellent visuals which throw you into the midst of the action. However, the real show stopper is the 144hz screen. You can enjoy the newly designed four hot keys which add to speedy control and smoother gameplay; the keyboard also features a highlight WASD key group with anti-ghosting technology, complete with n-key rollover so that your inputs are tracked accurately. This Strix laptop features impeccable gaming technology, beautiful visuals, a sleek appearance, and sound that'll transform any gaming title.

Play to win and conquer with the ASUS ROG Strix. Although affordable, this laptop's powerful NVIDIA graphics card creates a smooth visual performance even when playing demanding games that have intense graphics. Backing this up is the widescreen FHD screen, a lightweight display that can give you a vibrant and thrilling visual experience. If you are looking to share files and download games, this laptop comes with an array of ports, including the USB C. Additionally, you can be sure that it will stay cool in the heat of battle due to its cutting edge Hyper Cool Duo-Copper cooling system that reduces the potential damage to your laptop. Not only this, but the keyboard is comfortable and easy to use, with chiclet keys that can be lit up separately for better gaming, and a red backlight that helps to make this laptop tactile and perfect for playing the largest new releases.

This Predator is ready for battle when you are with its formidable design and impressive features. Its robust design is perfect for the rigors of your gaming sessions. Not only this, but its all-metal AeroBlade™ 3D Fan keeps this laptop cool during your longer gaming sessions, reducing potential damage. Additionally, the power of the latest 7th Gen Intel® Core™ i7 processor means you can play the most demanding games with ease. Games are easy to play no matter how demanding their graphics are, thanks to the NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 10 onboard graphics, and at night your gameplay won't suffer because the backlit keyboard will mean you can button bash right into the early hours. The 17.3-inch screen means that you won't miss any of the action during battles, and the fact that it's in full HD and comes with a striking backlight and IPS provides you with an intense visual performance.

Sleek, strong, and powerful, this ASUS ROG Strix will take your gameplay to the next level, making you the player to beat. The keyboard has been designed with the gamer in mind, so it's got full RGB backlighting that can be segmented into zones for easier play in the dark, and the anti-ghosting keys come with n-key rollover so you can hit as many buttons as you like during frenzied gameplay. Loaded with the latest NAND flash technology as well as the HDD, you'll be able to load games up to five times faster in an affordable yet powerful design with enough storage to keep all of your games at hand. The large screen comes with a backlight for night-time gaming sessions and Full HD to enable you to see every gaming detail. Then, through the combination of its high-quality performance and chassis design, this is a gaming laptop to terrify your enemies with.

As sharp and dangerous as its namesake, this gaming laptop isn't messing around. It's hardcore, and packed with every feature and spec you'll ever need. The first thing you'll notice after lifting the lid is the Full HD 14-inch screen that explodes with color, and that's even before the backlight kicks in. What you won't be able to see until you're deep into some serious gameplay is the efficiency and power of the 7th gen Intel® Core™ i7, which will blow you away. With 16GB of RAM, even the most demanding games will be easily playable without a reduction of your settings, plus the SSD makes loading times nice and quick while providing ample storage space. This is a remarkable Ultrabook that's got gaming at the forefront, and the anti-ghosting keyboard is a pleasure to play on. It's easily one of the better gaming Ultrabooks available, and could be the gaming machine you've always dreamed of.