Best Gaming Laptops From All Brands in 2025 at Computex

If you’re in the market for a new gaming laptop, Computex 2025 in Taiwan just delivered a wave of exciting releases. With NVIDIA’s announcement of the RTX 5060 laptop GPU, brands are stepping up their game, offering more mid-range options with hopes of better pricing. Let’s take a deep dive into the standout gaming laptops from each major brand this year.

Acer’s Gaming Laptop Lineup: From Budget to Premium

Acer is offering a wide range of gaming laptops, covering both budget and premium segments. Starting with the budget-friendly options, the Nitro V 16S and Nitro 16S are now powered by modern AMD Zen 5 processors. Both models come with NVIDIA’s latest RTX 5060 or 5070 graphics, while the higher-end Nitro 16S has the option for the more powerful 5070 Ti and supports advanced optimus. Interestingly, Acer’s website lists both laptops at an 85-watt GPU power limit, although some sources suggest the Nitro 16S might reach 100 watts—if true, expect a notable bump in gaming performance.

The “S” in Nitro 16S stands for “Slim,” as it comes in at just under 20mm thick. The Nitro 16S also features a rear extension for better cooling and a higher GPU power limit compared to the V model. Another key difference is liquid metal thermal paste on the 16S, plus an extra Type-C port on the back. Both models maintain a familiar design with metal lids, plastic interiors, and 4-zone RGB keyboards.

For those who want a larger screen, Acer has the Nitro 18, which now supports the RTX 5060 and 5070 Ti. It’s essentially a bigger version of the Nitro 16S but comes with a MicroSD card slot—an odd choice for an 18-inch laptop, where a full-sized SD slot would have made more sense.

Acer’s most premium release is the Triton 14, a sleek, all-metal laptop with a CNC machined aluminum chassis. It’s ultra-portable at just 17.3mm thick and 1.6 kg. Inside, it features an Intel Lunar Lake processor—rare in gaming laptops—and up to RTX 5070 graphics at a 90-watt power limit. With a 14.5-inch OLED touch screen, 32GB LPDDR5X-8533 memory, a vapor chamber cooler, and the industry’s first use of graphene thermal interface material, the Triton 14 promises impressive thermal performance and high-end specs. It also includes a Gorilla Glass haptic touchpad and stylus support with 4096 pressure sensitivity levels, making it a versatile choice for gamers and creators alike.

Below the Triton series is the Helios Neo 14, a more budget-friendly, all-metal option that now also comes with RTX 5060 graphics. While its build isn’t as premium as the Triton 14, it’s still a solid option for gamers seeking a portable machine with an OLED display.

ASUS: Mid-Range Gaming Expands with RTX 5060

ASUS has been busy too, integrating the RTX 5060 across its lineup. The TUF A18 is their budget-friendly 18-inch gaming laptop, available with RTX 5060 or 5070 graphics. While it uses an older processor compared to Acer’s Nitro 18, the TUF A18 is expected to be more affordable. Its keyboard RGB isn’t as refined as the Nitro 18, but it’s a competitive option.

Beyond the TUF A18, ASUS has brought the RTX 5060 to the Zephyrus G14, G16, the Strix G16 and G18, plus the TUF A16, F16, and A14—making the RTX 5060 a standard across much of their 2025 lineup.

Gigabyte: Budget-Friendly Options with High-End GPU Choices

Gigabyte introduced the Gaming A16 and A16 Pro, which replace the older G6 series. These laptops feature a more budget-oriented design with plastic builds, though the Pro model includes a metal lid. The A16 comes with RTX 4050, 5060, or 5070 graphics, while the Pro steps up with RTX 5070 Ti or even 5080 GPUs—making it one of the cheapest ways to get a 5080 in a gaming laptop. The A16 offers both Intel and AMD processor options, whereas the Pro is Intel-only. The Pro also has faster, soldered LPDDR5X-7500 memory, while the base A16 comes with upgradeable DDR5-5200.

Gigabyte also unveiled the A18, a larger 18-inch variant of the A16. It offers RTX 5060 or 5070 graphics, Intel or AMD CPUs, and a 2560×1600 165Hz screen. While the A18 shares the same 76Wh battery as the A16, it’s a welcome option for those who want a bigger display without spending a fortune.

Razer: The Blade 14 Returns

Razer wasn’t physically present at Computex, but they made waves by announcing the return of the Blade 14. This slim powerhouse now features AMD’s Zen 5 processors, up to RTX 5070 graphics, and a stunning 240Hz OLED display—making it an enticing option for gamers seeking a compact, high-performance machine.

New Budget-Friendly Alienware Aurora Gaming Laptops – What You Need to Know

Dell may have skipped Computex this year, but they quietly announced new, budget-friendly Alienware Aurora gaming laptops that deserve your attention. While the news slipped under the radar a few weeks ago, let’s dive into what these laptops offer and how they compare to the competition.

The new Alienware Aurora lineup features two models: the Alienware 16 Aurora and the higher-end 16X variant. The standard Aurora 16 comes with more entry-level specs, while the 16X packs higher-end hardware for gamers who want extra power.

What’s particularly interesting about the Aurora 16 is Alienware’s shift toward more affordable options. Historically, Alienware has been known for its premium, high-priced gaming laptops. Now, with RTX 3050 and RTX 4050 graphics options available, they’re targeting a broader market.

However, the pricing might still raise some eyebrows. The RTX 4050 model starts at $1,150, which feels a bit steep when you consider that higher-performing RTX 4070 laptops have been available for less on sites like gaminglaptop.deals in the past.

While at Computex, we also checked in with Framework regarding their highly anticipated Framework 16 GPU upgrades. They confirmed they’re working on it but couldn’t share any specific details yet. Hopefully, we’ll see something soon.

On the AMD side, many were hoping for an announcement of new laptop GPUs during Computex, but it looks like we’ll have to wait a bit longer—so far, only desktop GPUs were revealed.

What About Other Brands?

• MSI didn’t showcase any new gaming laptops at Computex, but their website confirms that RTX 5060 graphics are coming to several of their mid-range gaming laptops. During a visit to MSI HQ, we even got a sneak peek at some unreleased products, but those details are still under wraps.

• Lenovo also skipped Computex, but Nvidia’s announcement confirmed that the 5060 GPU will be available in models like the Legion Pro 5i and the new Legion 5. We expect to get our hands on the Legion 5 soon for a full review.

• HP wasn’t at Computex either, but they did have one laptop on display at Nvidia’s booth. According to Nvidia, the 5060 will be coming to the Omen Transcend 14. It’s also likely headed to the Omen MAX 16 (which we’ve already reviewed) and probably to HP’s more budget-friendly Victus series as well.

Final Thoughts

2025 is shaping up to be an exciting year for gaming laptops, with the RTX 5060 and 5070 GPUs now available across nearly every major brand. From Acer’s versatile lineup, ASUS’s broad integration of the RTX 5060, Gigabyte’s budget-friendly 5080 option, to Razer’s sleek Blade 14, there’s something for every gamer. Whether you’re looking for slim and portable, budget-friendly 18-inch screens, or cutting-edge thermal designs, Computex 2025 has you covered. Stay tuned as these laptops hit the market later this year!