I need an experts opinion on gaming laptops

[Longardia]

I'm currently saving up for a gaming laptop. I am willing to spend at least $1,000 but would prefer not to go much higher. I would like someone to point me in the right direction. I want a computer with a decent lifespan (get me through college and then some). I want it to be capable of running high quality games (I will not be playing MMOs). The battery life isn't to much of an issue, as long as it last 3+ hours i'm satisfied. The picture quality is of course important, but I don't care for a touch screen. The size doesn't matter either. Unless the size has something to do with the system overheating, I don't care how bulky or slim it is.

I heard Alienware tends to overheat and have short lifespans because of it, is there any truth to this?

Overall I would like some suggestions. A brand name, certain parts I should avoid or look for, or even a specific computer would be very helpful.

 

[junkeymonkey]

all you can do is read reviews and make your best choice

http/www.laptopmag.com/gaming-laptops

 

[velo3100]

For that price you are looking at the entry level of the gaming laptops. The best you will most likely get is probably the lenovo y50 I think. This laptop is the best budget end laptop I can think of or the y40 if it is too expensive.

 

[junkeymonkey]

them msi ones seem to be ok and a lot of choices

http/us.msi.com/product/nb/#?category=Gaming Series&category_no=271

 

[dasulman]

y50 - all the way

 

[Bolin]

Have a look at the following systems, they are probably among the best you get for 1000$. They are pretty nice IMO.

http/shop.lenovo.com/us/en/laptops/lenovo/y-series/y50/
http/www.xoticpc.com/sager-np7378-clevo-w370ss-p-6990.html
http/www.xoticpc.com/sager-np7358-clevo-w35ss-p-6991.html
http/www.xoticpc.com/sager-np7338-clevo-w230ss-p-6992.html