A high refresh rate only gives you an edge when the graphics card can keep up with the frame rate, so a 240Hz laptop is worth more to a competitive shooter player than to someone who just plays RPGs at maxed-out settings. This article compares the average frame rates of each GPU tier according to Notebookcheck, weighs OLED against a panel with a 3 ms response time, and then recommends five models in stock, priced from 35.5 million VND, with a source for every spec.
What a 240Hz Laptop Offers Shooter Players
At 240Hz, the screen refreshes the image 240 times per second, so each frame lasts only about 4.17 ms. That figure is 6.06 ms at 165Hz, 6.94 ms at 144Hz, and 16.67 ms at 60Hz. On a 240Hz laptop, target movement looks smoother and the blur when you flick your view is shorter, and the drop from 6.94 to 4.17 ms is easy to notice in fast firefights.
The people who benefit most from a 240Hz laptop are competitive eSports players in games like Counter-Strike 2, Valorant, or Overwatch 2, where a gunfight is decided in a few hundred milliseconds. These titles are light on graphics, so a sufficiently powerful GPU can render hundreds of frames per second to fill a 240Hz screen, especially when you lower the settings to favor smoothness and low latency.
In open-world or graphically demanding RPGs, a 240Hz screen is rarely filled. According to Notebookcheck data, Cyberpunk 2077 at 2560 x 1440 on Ultra settings averages only about 110.8 frames per second on the RTX 5090 Laptop and 64.6 frames on the RTX 5070 Laptop. If you mostly play this kind of game, the extra refresh rate on a 240Hz laptop just gives G-SYNC room to keep the image tear-free, and the budget is better spent on a stronger GPU.
Which eSports Games Can Hit 240 Frames Per Second on a Laptop
The table below summarizes the average frame rates recorded in Notebookcheck's laptop GPU gaming benchmark list at 1920 x 1080 for the GPUs found in the five 240Hz laptops in this article. These are averages across many laptops using the same GPU, not measurements of each specific model, because GPU power limits and cooling differ from brand to brand.
| GPU | Models in this article | Counter-Strike 2 Low | Counter-Strike 2 Very High | Battlefield 6 Low | Dota 2 Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RTX 5090 Laptop | Legion Pro 7 24GB version | 390 | 224 | 181.4 | 171.3 |
| RTX 5080 Laptop | Alienware 16 Area-51 | 345 | 205 | 214 | 171.7 |
| RTX 5070 Ti Laptop | Legion Pro 7 12GB version | 316 | 174.1 | 160.7 | 171.4 |
| RTX 5070 Laptop | Legion 7, Alienware 16X Aurora 32GB version | 222 | 115.4 | 147.5 | 140.4 |
| RTX 4070 Laptop | Alienware m16 R2 | 171.6 | 94.3 | 135.7 | 143.8 |
| RTX 5060 Laptop | Alienware 16X Aurora 16GB version | Not available | Not available | Not available | 146.2 |
Counter-Strike 2 is the only game in the table to pass the 240-frame mark, with the RTX 5070 Ti, RTX 5080, and RTX 5090 on Low settings. At Very High, no GPU holds 240 frames, and the best result is the RTX 5090's 224. In Battlefield 6, only the RTX 5080 exceeds 200 frames on Low. To get the most out of a 240Hz laptop in shooters, the RTX 5070 Ti is a reasonable starting GPU tier based on this data.
Dota 2 reveals a different limit. From the RTX 5070 Ti to the RTX 5090, the frame rate on Ultra settings stalls around 171 despite a large gap in GPU power, which usually means the processor or the game engine has become the bottleneck. The table was also measured at 1920 x 1080, while the five 240Hz laptops in this article use 2560 x 1600 screens, which have about 1.98 times as many pixels, so at native resolution you will need to lower settings or turn on DLSS to bring frame rates close to 240.
How a 240Hz OLED Display Differs From a 3 ms Response Panel
Refresh rate is only half the equation. The other half is response time, the time it takes a pixel to change from one color to another. If a pixel transitions slower than 4.17 ms, the next frame arrives before the previous one has finished displaying, leaving a smear behind moving objects. Two of the Legion models use a 240Hz OLED display, while the three Alienware models have 240Hz displays rated at a 3 ms response time, under the 4.17 ms threshold.
| Model | Panel type | Response time | Brightness | Display sync | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Legion 7 16IAX10 | OLED, 2560 x 1600, 240Hz | Not listed | 500 nits SDR, 1,100 nits HDR | G-SYNC, Advanced Optimus | Lenovo PSREF |
| Legion Pro 7 16IAX10H | OLED, 2560 x 1600, 240Hz | Not listed | 500 nits SDR, 1,100 nits HDR | G-SYNC, Advanced Optimus | Lenovo PSREF |
| Alienware 16X Aurora | Type not listed, 2560 x 1600, 240Hz | 3 ms | 500 nits | G-SYNC | Product page |
| Alienware 16 Area-51 | Type not listed, 2560 x 1600, 240Hz | 3 ms | 500 nits | G-SYNC, Advanced Optimus | Product page |
| Alienware m16 R2 | IPS, 2560 x 1600, 240Hz | 3 ms | About 300 nits | G-SYNC, Advanced Optimus | Product page |
Each OLED pixel emits its own light and can switch off completely, so it changes state faster than a liquid crystal layer and produces deep blacks. Lenovo's PSREF lists these two OLED screens at a 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio, DisplayHDR True Black 1000 certification, 100% DCI-P3 coverage, and 1,100 nits peak brightness in HDR, which suits people who both game and do color work. The trade-off is that, per the PSREF, the 240Hz displays on both Legion models have a glossy surface that easily reflects room lights.
The 240Hz displays on all three Alienware models cover 100% DCI-P3 according to the product pages, but brightness differs noticeably: the 16X Aurora and 16 Area-51 reach 500 nits, while the cons section on the m16 R2 page lists the IPS screen at only about 300 nits. G-SYNC is present on all five 240Hz laptops, and Advanced Optimus is listed for four of them, all except the 16X Aurora. This feature switches automatically between the integrated and discrete GPU while keeping G-SYNC, which saves battery during light work.
The Two OLED 240Hz Legion Models Differ in Weight and GPU
The Lenovo Legion 7 16IAX10 is the lightest 240Hz laptop in this article. The PSREF lists a weight under 2.0 kg, and the product page lists a chassis 15.9 to 17.9 mm thick. If you need a 240Hz laptop to carry to school or work every day while still playing eSports games, the Lenovo Legion 7 16IAX10 (2025) page is selling a configuration with a Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD, RTX 5070 8GB, and a 240Hz WQXGA OLED display for 72 million VND. The description on the same page lists a Core Ultra 9 275HX, while the PSREF lists both processors, so you should confirm when ordering.
In exchange for portability, the RTX 5070 in the Legion 7 is listed by the PSREF at a 115W TGP and 8GB of GDDR7. According to the table above, the RTX 5070 Laptop averages 222 frames in Counter-Strike 2 on Low, which falls short of 240, so you will need to lower the render resolution or turn on DLSS to make full use of the 240Hz screen. The PSREF lists an 84Wh battery, and the product page lists a 12-month warranty for new units.
The Legion Pro 7 16IAX10H is a 240Hz laptop for those who put frame rate ahead of portability. If your goal is to pass 240 frames in Counter-Strike 2, the Lenovo Legion Pro 7 16IAX10H-83F5008VVN (2025) page offers two versions with the same Core Ultra 9 275HX, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD, and 240Hz WQXGA display: an RTX 5070 Ti 12GB at 69.99 million VND and an RTX 5090 24GB at 94.99 million VND. The PSREF lists a 140W TGP for the RTX 5070 Ti, 175W for the RTX 5090, and a weight from 2.57 kg, while the product page lists a 36-month official Lenovo Vietnam warranty.
Three Alienware QHD+ 240Hz Models With a 3 ms Response Time for Different Budgets
The Alienware 16X Aurora is the 2025 240Hz laptop with the lowest starting price in this article. With a budget of around 50 to 60 million VND, the Alienware 16X Aurora (2025) page is selling two configurations with the same Core Ultra 9 275HX, 1TB SSD, and QHD+ 240Hz display: 16GB RAM with an RTX 5060 8GB at 49.9 million VND, and 32GB RAM with an RTX 5070 8GB at 59.5 million VND. The product page lists a chassis weighing about 2.57 kg and 19.2 to 23.4 mm thick, a 12-month warranty, and a 30-day one-for-one exchange for manufacturer defects.
The Alienware 16 Area-51 is a 240Hz laptop for those who want the strongest GPU in the 16-inch Alienware lineup and usually keep the laptop fixed on a desk. To clear 240 frames in Counter-Strike 2 on Low with a wide margin, the Alienware 16 Area-51 (2025) page offers two versions with a Core Ultra 9 275HX, 2TB SSD, and RTX 5080 16GB: 32GB RAM at 89.9 million VND and 64GB RAM at 95.9 million VND. The product page lists a chassis weighing about 3.4 kg, Thunderbolt 5, and a 12-month warranty.
The 2024 Alienware m16 R2 is the most economical option if you need a 240Hz display with G-SYNC. With a budget under 40 million VND, the Alienware m16 R2 (2024) page is selling a new version with a Core Ultra 7 155H, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD, and RTX 4070 8GB at 35.5 million VND, plus a Core Ultra 9 185H, 32GB RAM version at 51.5 million VND. The RTX 4070 Laptop averages 171.6 frames in Counter-Strike 2 on Low according to Notebookcheck, and the roughly 300 nits of brightness is something you have to accept. The product page lists a 12-month warranty for new units.
How to Set Up Your 240Hz Laptop to Run at the Right Refresh Rate Out of the Box
A 240Hz laptop only performs at its best when Windows, the drivers, and the power mode are all set correctly, so you should check them as soon as you receive the machine. According to Microsoft's guide to changing the refresh rate, Windows 11 puts the option under Settings, System, Display, Advanced display, in the Choose a refresh rate section. The Dynamic refresh rate feature adjusts the rate automatically, and Microsoft notes that it may cap the maximum refresh rate in some games.
| Step | How to check when you receive the laptop | Sign that something needs fixing |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Refresh rate | Go to Advanced display and select 240Hz under Choose a refresh rate | The list only shows 60Hz, so update the GPU driver |
| 2. G-SYNC | Open NVIDIA Control Panel and enable G-SYNC for full-screen mode | The G-SYNC setting does not appear |
| 3. GPU mode | Choose discrete GPU mode, or let Advanced Optimus switch automatically in the manufacturer's software | Games still run on the integrated GPU |
| 4. Power | Plug in the charger and choose a high-performance mode before playing | Frame rate drops sharply when unplugged |
| 5. Frame cap | Turn off the in-game FPS limit or set it to 240 or higher | Frame rate is stuck at 60 or 144 |
With G-SYNC on, the display changes its refresh rate to match the frames the GPU outputs, which prevents tearing when FPS fluctuates below 240. This sync technology only handles the display side and does not make the GPU stronger, so frame rates do not rise once it is enabled. To tell whether your 240Hz laptop is running at the right rate, open the game's frame counter overlay and compare it with the rate selected in Windows.
With the 240Hz OLED display on the two Legion models, you should set the taskbar to auto-hide, use a dark wallpaper, and avoid leaving a static interface on screen for many hours to reduce the risk of image retention. With a model that uses an IPS panel, such as the m16 R2, open a full-screen black image in a dark room to check for backlight bleed at the edges. Warranty terms differ between models, from 12 months at Hung Phat to the 36-month official warranty on the Legion Pro 7, so confirm before you pay.
Frequently Asked Questions When Choosing a 240Hz Laptop
If I only play offline games, do I need a refresh rate this high? Not necessarily. In demanding RPGs, the RTX 5070 Laptop averages 64.6 frames in Cyberpunk 2077 at 2560 x 1440 on Ultra, still far from 240. A 240Hz laptop still looks great, but a 165Hz screen with G-SYNC is already smooth enough for this type of game.
Does a high refresh rate use more battery? It tends to, because the 240Hz display and the GPU have to refresh the image more times per second. The Dynamic refresh rate feature in Windows 11 lowers the rate during light work to save battery, and Advanced Optimus on four of the 240Hz laptops in this article lets the discrete GPU shut off when you are not gaming.
Should I choose 240Hz or 165Hz if the GPU is only an RTX 5060? If you mostly play AAA games, 165Hz is enough because frame rates rarely exceed 165. If you play Counter-Strike 2 or other light shooters, a 240Hz display is still useful when you lower the settings, even if the GPU does not fill all 240 frames.
Can an OLED screen suffer image retention during long gaming sessions? The risk goes up when a static element such as a health bar, a minimap, or the taskbar stays on screen for many hours. You should set the taskbar to auto-hide, use a dark wallpaper, and take breaks between long sessions. If you mostly play one title with a fixed interface for very long stretches, the three Alienware 240Hz laptops, which are not listed as using OLED, are the safer choice.
