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Gaming laptops range from thin PCs built for portability to chunky clamshells that are essentially portable desktops.

They also range in terms of price, with high-end machines costing thousands of dollars.

Image of the Lenovo Legion Pro 5i (Gen 8).

But you don’t have to break the bank to game on the go.

Lenovo went with a straightforward design that focuses on functionality over looks and flare.

The laptop has plenty of ports, a well-built body, and a 16-inch screen.

Lenovo Legion Pro 5i | was $1,799 now $1,249 at B&H

It supports NVIDIA G-Sync, so thebest PC gamesshould appear smooth.

That means you’ll have to keep the rig plugged in to get the best performance.

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