gaming laptop Need Laptop Recommendation (Hybrid Use: Gaming, AI, Coding, Adobe)

Syiva Ramadhani Pabo Putr · June 23

Hey everyone,

I'm looking for a laptop recommendation within my budget.

Budget & Country:
IDR 20-30 Million ($1250–1850 USD), Indonesia

Main Use:
Hybrid – gaming, AI-based tools (like Photoshop AI, Illustrator AI), coding, Adobe editing (Photoshop, Premiere), and light 3D design

Games:
AAA titles like Cyberpunk 2077, Forza Horizon, RDR2 – High/Ultra settings, 60+ FPS

Preferred Screen:
15.6" or 16", minimum 144Hz (preferably 240Hz), 1080p or 1440p if available

GPU:
Preferably RTX 4060 or 4070

CPU:
Intel i7/i9 13th or 14th gen, or AMD equivalent

RAM & Storage:
16GB RAM (as long as it's upgradable), 1TB SSD

Specific Features:
Good cooling system, MUX switch preferred, RGB keyboard is a nice bonus. Battery life is not a priority as I often keep it plugged in.

Brands Considered:
MSI Sword 16 HX, MSI Pulse 16 AI, ASUS ROG Strix G16 G614JV

Open to:
New or official trusted refurbished (if available in my region)

Other Notes:
Looking for a durable laptop with solid thermals that can handle heavy usage from AI-based creative tools and occasional rendering without throttling.

Would really appreciate any suggestions or comparisons between those models, or even better alternatives within my budget. Thanks!