Best Black Friday 2018 gaming laptop deals

Published , by Chris Jarrard

As we approach the end of 2018, it is easy to see that PC gaming is bigger than it’s ever been. If you’re looking to jump into the fun for the first time or you’re thinking of upgrading from older hardware, a new gaming laptop might be just what the doctor ordered. Black Friday 2018 is loaded with some of the best deals on gaming laptops that you will see all year.

When looking for the best gaming laptop deals, pay close attention to the display size of the laptop and which type of graphics card is included. The graphics card is the most important component to consider for PC gaming, so it is generally advised to pick up the most powerful option that your budget allows. Where possible, value GPU quality over processor speed, except in cases where high refresh rates matter more to you. 120Hz and 144Hz displays are more demanding on the CPU than laptops with standard 60Hz displays. If you are stuck deciding between a pair of similar laptops and one has a SSD while the other does not, always opt for the laptop with the SSD, as it will make the biggest difference in performance for everyday use.


The best Black Friday 2018 gaming laptop deals

If you’re on a strict budget or if you have a blank check, there are a wide range of gaming laptops available at big discounts from the biggest retailers.

Amazon

For more spontaneous deals on gaming laptops, check in with the Amazon Black Friday hub for limited time discounts.


NewEgg

More laptops, gaming PCs, and electronics deals can be found at the NewEgg Black Friday hub.


Best Buy

You can find more Black Friday 2018 laptop deals from the Best Buy BF2018 Computers and Tablets hub.


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To stay on top of the latest deals, keep checking back in on this guide — we'll continue adding the latest gaming laptop deals in the days leading up to Black Friday this November 23. Be sure to have a look at our Best Black Friday 2018 PC Gaming Deals guide for the best prices on SSDs, GPUs, and peripherals for your rig. For deals on all sorts of cool stuff, check out our other Black Friday 2018 deal guides.