For students, having a laptop isn’t just about being mobile anymore. These days, laptops need to be more all-around, being able to handle productivity and creative tasks, STEM applications, while also having the horsepower to play games, as yes, we believe it’s also a part of learning.
Thankfully, NVIDIA’s RTX 40 series and Studio laptops are capable of utilizing the power of AI to accelerate these applications, allowing you to do more by finishing your tasks faster and more efficiently. Take your gaming to the next level with realistic graphics, and take advantage of Max-Q technologies which allow these laptops to be thinner, lighter, and more portable than ever.
For STEM Applications
GeForce-powered laptops allow for GPU acceleration for top applications in various areas including engineering, architecture, computer science, data science, economics, and more. These devices offer AI-boosted performance that accelerates STEM applications by 1.7 times compared to when not using AI, and are up to a staggering 22 times faster in STEM subjects compared to average laptops.
And for reference, STEM means Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics.
For Creativity
GeForce RTX 40 Series Laptops lets you turn your imaginative ideas to reality without hiccups, going up to 13 times faster for creative applications compared to the average laptop, and AI-boosted performance that accelerates creativity apps for up to 3.4 times. Experience blistering performance for rendering your 3D models, to editing those huge 8K HDR Raw videos without issues. Head back 10 years ago and these weren’t even possible in machines that are thin, light, and compact, but now, it’s a reality.
For Gaming
After a long and tiring day of studying or squeezing all those creative juices, what’s more fun than playing your favorite games, either solo or with friends and family. RTX 40 series laptops offer 3.1 times AI-boosted performance, deliver a gaming experience with realistic and immersive graphics, low latency, and excellent responsiveness that puts you in the front seat. With AI-assisted DLSS 3, you’ll be able to experience a staggering leap in performance.
Just in time for back-to-school season, NVIDIA has listed a number of Studio and RTX 40 Series laptops that are perfect for the tasks above. Don’t worry, we’ve got examples from both the high-end and mid-tier segments, so you can choose which one fits your budget!
RTX 40 Series Laptops Perfect for Back-to-School
Acer Nitro 5 AN515-58-73V6
Key Specifications
| Dimensions | (WxDxH) 360.4 x 271.09 x 25.9/26.9mm |
| Weight | 2.5kg |
| Display | 15.6-inch, Full HD, 165Hz, 3ms response time, 100% sRGB |
| Processor | Intel Core i7-12650H |
| GPU | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 8GB GDDR6 |
| RAM | 8GB DDR5 (upgradeable to 32GB) |
| Storage | 512GB NVMe SSD |
| Battery | 57.5 Wh 4-Cell Li-Ion |
| Sale Price | PHP 68,999 |
| Freebies | Acer Nitro Backpack, Acer Highcare (Warranty Upgrade to 3 Years + Onsite) worth PHP 5,060 |
MSI GF63 12VE-088PH
Key Specifications
| Dimensions | (WxDxH) 359 x 255 x 21.7mm |
| Weight | 1.86kg |
| Display | 15.6, Full HD, 144Hz refresh rate |
| Processor | Up to Intel Core i7-12650H |
| GPU | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 6GB GDDR6 |
| RAM | 8GB DDR4-3200 |
| Storage | 512GB NVMe PCIe Gen4 SSD |
| Battery | 3-Cell 51 Wh |
| Sale Price | PHP 69,995 |
| Freebies | MSI Essential Backpack |
ASUS ROG Zephyrus M16 GU604VI-N4085WS
Key Specifications
| Dimensions | (WxDxH) 355 x 246 x 199~223mm |
| Weight | 2.10kg |
| Display | 16”, QHD+, 16:10, Pantone-Validated, IPS-level Anti-Glare, 240Hz refresh rate, 3ms response time, 100% DCI-P3, G-Sync, NVIDIA Advanced Optimus |
| Processor | Intel Core i9-13900H |
| GPU | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 8GB GDDR6 |
| RAM | 32GB DDR5-4800 |
| Storage | 1TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 SSD |
| Battery | 90Wh, 4S1P, 4-Cell Li-Ion |
| Sale Price | PHP 169,995 |
| Freebies | MS Office Home and Student, ASUS ROG Backpack, ASUS ROG Strix Impact Gaming Mouse, Type-C 100W AC Adapter |
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 PHN16-71-59F1
Key Specifications
| Dimensions | (WxDxH) 360.1 x 279.9 x 26.55/28.25mm |
| Weight | 2.6kg |
| Display | 16”, Full HD, 165Hz refresh rate, 3ms response time, 72% NTSC |
| Processor | Intel Core i5-13500HX |
| GPU | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 6GB GDDR6 |
| RAM | 8GB DRR5 4800Mhz |
| Storage | 512GB PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD |
| Battery | 90Wh 4-Cell Li-Ion |
| Sale Price | PHP 76,999 |
| Freebies | None |
Asus TUF GAMING A15 FA507NU-LP066W
Key Specifications
| Dimensions | (WxDxH) 354 x 251 x 224mm |
| Weight | 2.20kg |
| Display | 15.6” Full HD Value IPS-Level, 144Hz refresh rate, G-Sync, Anti-Glare, 100% sRGB, 75.35% Adobe |
| Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS |
| GPU | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 6GB GDDR6 |
| RAM | 8GB DDR5-4800 |
| Storage | 512GB PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 SSD |
| Battery | 90Wh 4S1P 4-Cell Li-Ion |
| Sale Price | PHP 69,995 |
| Freebies | None |
MSI GF63 Thin 12VE-456PH
Key Specifications
| Dimensions | 21.7mm thin |
| Weight | 1.86kg |
| Display | 15.6” Full HD, 144Hz refresh rate, IPS-level panel |
| Processor | Intel Core i5-11260H |
| GPU | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 4GB GDDR6 |
| RAM | 8GB |
| Storage | 512GB SSD |
| Sale Price | PHP 55,995 |
| Freebies | None |
The sale runs until July 30 while supplies last. So, what are you waiting for? Head on to your nearest retailer and avail of these exciting deals!
Image Sources:
- Acer Nitro 5 (Link)
- ROG Zephyrus M16 (Link)
- Predator Helios Neo 16 (Link)
- ASUS TUF Gaming A15 (Link)
- MSI GF63 Thin (Link)
Emman has been writing technical and feature articles since 2010. Prior to this, he became one of the instructors at Asia Pacific College in 2008, and eventually landed a job as Business Analyst and Technical Writer at Integrated Open Source Solutions for almost 3 years.
