Review: PC Specialist Optimus VI 13

Conclusion

In keeping with many gaming laptops that attempt to be both small and powerful, PC Specialist's Optimus VI is a mixed bag that strikes some of the right notes while unabashedly missing others.

Employing a compact Clevo W230SD chassis, the Optimus VI is small and light enough to serve as a portable computing device, and yet the 33mm-thick frame has ample room to house a powerful array of hardware.

The highlights include a quad-core Intel Core i7 processor, 16GB of Kingston HyperX DDR3 memory and dedicated Nvidia GeForce GTX 960M graphics. Pair those with an eye-catching 13.3in QHD+ display and you have the makings of a potent little powerhouse, however there are caveats sprinkled throughout. Fan noise is arguably the biggest drawback, but some of the other provisos to consider include high temps, so-so SSD speeds, a plasticky chassis and middling battery life.

This isn't the first gaming laptop launched with such caveats, but the Optimus VI does have keen pricing on its side and at £899 remains a viable option for gamers seeking capable performance in a portable 13.3in form factor.

PC Specialist Optimus VI 13

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The Optimus VI 13 laptop is available to purchase at the promotional price of £899 from PC Specialist.

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