But, considering the price, this is a very good option for new or budget-minded gamers.
The question then is how it compares to those more affordable alternatives.
There are some drawbacks, but theyre mostly intrinsic to lower-priced gaming laptops.
That said, none of those are enough to discount this gaming laptop, especially considering the price.
This upgrade adds $40 / 40 for a price of entry of $1299.99 / 1,120.
And, strangely this is only in the UK.
That will cost you 50.
Just likeRazeror Alienware, when you see a gaming laptop from Lenovo, youll recognize it as such.
Just like Alienware, this is where some important heat piping is located to keep things cool.
And, when under duress, the Lenovo LOQ 15 manages to do a pretty good job of that.
As this is Lenovos budget line, it is on the heavier side, weighing in at 5.3lbs.
Its best feature is probably its 144Hz refresh rate.
Theres a 1080p webcam thats adequate if a bit choppy.
The keyboard might not have backlighting, and its travel is not on par with an external keyboard.
However, its easy and comfortable to jot down on.
The trackpad is similarly capable.
Since this is a gaming laptop, youll still need a mouse.
Lastly, the port placement is going to be a blessing or a curse depending on your preference.
Along with power, an HDMI, ethernet, and two USB ports are centered along the back.
This might be great for anyone who likes a clean desk and doesnt plan on moving their laptop regularly.
I did experience a little bit of stuttering but it was a minor amount.
But, playing those taxing games on low configs was rock solid.
For example,Rocket Leaguewas smooth as silk.
The sound quality of the built-in speakers is very serviceable.
It will sound a bit boxy and dont expect rumble, but its more than adequate.
Thats pretty good compared to other gaming laptops not named Rog Zephyrus.
Of course, thats not anything special compared to most other portables.
Should you buy the Lenovo LOQ 15 (AMD)?
And, all but the most demanding can run on fairly high options.
You want to play competitivelyTheres more than enough power to run any competitive game on max prefs.
And, the 144Hz refresh rate is perfect for providing a smooth, speedy gaming experience with those titles.
If you want to see a game likeStarfieldat its full potential, youll need something more powerful.
You care about portabilityThe battery life is better than many budget gaming laptops, but its not great.
On top of that, this laptop is a bit on the heavy side.
Its fairly petite and light weight with a respectable eight hour battery life.
Plus, it has excellent performance for a fairly reasonable price.
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First reviewed October 2023
