Hi everyone,
I’m getting more serious about Unreal Engine 5 and plan to build both real-time environments and game prototypes. I need a laptop that can handle the demands of UE5, especially when working with features like Nanite, Lumen, and high-resolution assets.
I’m currently looking at laptops with an i7 H processor (specifically the 12700H or similar) paired with an RTX 3060/3070 and 16GB–32GB RAM. On paper, it seems like a solid mid-to-high-end setup. But specs don’t always tell the full story, especially when it comes to thermal performance, battery life, and real-world compile times.
Has anyone here used a similar setup for Unreal Engine development? Does the i7 H series hold up well under constant editor use, shader compiling, and baking lighting?
I’m aiming for a balance between portability and performance, so a full desktop isn’t ideal for me right now.
Any honest feedback or recommendations would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!