10 Best Gaming Backpacks (Level Up Your Travel Game in 2023)

Dell 50KD6 Gaming Backpack 15

This Dell 50KD6 Gaming Backpack comes in different sizes, including 15-inch and 17-inch. Its most distinct feature is an EVA molded front shield and a foam padded interior. It’s built with professional gamers in mind, making use of durable, weather-resistant materials for maximum protection.

With 900D heavy-duty body fabrics and 1680D coated base material, your gaming hardware is very secure regardless of the weather. For those extra rainy days, it also comes with a rain cover stored at the base of the gaming backpack. It also has reflective accents in the case of low-light conditions.

Comfort is no problem with a V-shaped air channel design and breathable air mesh back padding. Regardless of your laptop’s weight and how long you keep it on your back, this backpack won’t get you sweating from the heat. It also comes with adjustable straps to distribute the weight of your gaming devices.

For all your accessories, this laptop backpack comes with tons of storage pockets, a zip-down workstation, and a dedicated laptop sleeve. And on top of that, it’s a water-resistant bag, and comes with a rain cover just in case it really comes down!

Acer Predator M-Utility 1680D Laptop Backpack

The Predator line of Acer is well-known for its range of impressive gaming hardware, from the affordable to the obscene. It’s no surprise, then, that the company creates gaming backpacks designed to carry these tech beasts.

Acer has a Predator Utility Backpack, but why not take it a step further and get the M-Utility 1680D Ballistic Backpack. This multi-purpose gaming backpack looks pretty hardcore and can carry up to a 17-inch gaming laptop.

The best feature of this laptop and gaming console backpack is the many dedicated and customizable compartments, designed to carry all kinds of gaming hardware and additional consoles.

It offers the ultimate organization with a dedicated TSA-friendly 17-inch laptop, removable organizational divider box, tons of pockets, metal buckles for heavy gear, and straps and extra attachment points to carry more stuff outside of the pack.

These attachments work well when you’re traveling, carrying sleeping bags, jackets, tripods, and other things.

Comfort and durability also take a front seat for this gaming laptop bag. It has a water-resistant front fabric and waterproof zippers. The back has breathable air-mesh padding.

The adjustable shoulder and chest straps also make for a comfortable carrying experience. When you need to put your pack down, the base has a specially toughened material to prevent abrasion on rough terrain.

ASUS Republic of Gamers Nomad Backpack

Another powerhouse in the gaming world, Asus Republic of Gamers (ROG) line also features some of the best gaming hardware in the market. The Nomad Backpack is as good as any gaming backpack gets.

The pack can fit up to 17-inch laptops with several compartments and space for gaming consoles and accessories. There are specialized pockets that can store cameras, cables, mouse, adapters, keyboards, and a loop for headphones. These pockets are also labeled so you know how to use each one.

There is generous padding both inside and out. The internal suspension ensures the protection of all your gaming gadgets, while the external padding ensures comfort all day long.  The back also has a light mesh design to keep you cool.

The gaming laptop backpack can carry up to 30kg and comes with a chest strap for support.

EVERKI Business 120 Travel Friendly Laptop Backpack

The Titan’s intuitive design makes this gaming backpack a smart choice for gamers and non-gamers alike. It opens up 180 degrees for easy on-the-fly access, making it a dream to bring in airports and through checkpoints.

It’s decked out with so many zippers that you’ll lose count, and there are tons of buckles, straps, pockets, pouches, and slots for easy adjustments and easy access.

The laptop compartment is generously padded and roomy enough for extreme 18.4-inch laptops. An extra felt-lined pocket fits a tablet and the front compartment has space for business cards, pens, calculators, and everyday essentials.

At shoulder level is the soft, scratch-free, lined portable media player pocket with a cable outlet for slack-free use. All perfect for gaming gear.

There are multiple layers of padded protection, a security strap for the device to stay in place, and a felt lining that ensures your laptop is secure and safe especially when traveling. The bag itself isn’t completely waterproof, but it comes with a water-resistant weather cover.

For its 40-liter capacity, this gaming backpack is just right as a carry-on. To help manage weight, the Titan features a 5-point balance strap system to ergonomically distribute the load and reduce muscle strain. The padded straps and two quick-slide straps at the bottom and one across the chest also create adjustable support and comfort.

Mobile Edge Razer Tactical Pro 17 Inch Laptop Gaming Backpack

Another big name in the gaming scene, Razer is known for its high-quality products designed for gamers. It features a more rugged design with bright green accents for branding.

This Mobile Edge Razer Tactical Gaming Backpack has a dedicated laptop compartment that can fit up to 17 inches. The padding on this gear is cutting-edge, offering excellent shock absorption to protect all its contents. It also has several and generous pockets and compartments both inside and outside the video game backpack.

You can organize all your gaming gear as well as additional items for your daily commute like water bottles and business cards. The inside also has an additional microfiber-lined compartment for tablets. The front pockets are military-style tactical pockets with an integrated Molle system so you can add, remove, or move them as you need to.

The ballistic nylon material is slightly stretchable making it more resistant to wear and tear. It’s also water-resistant. There is a comfortable back with breathable padding and the straps are also padded.

Targus Steelseries Gaming Backpack

One of the very few backpack designs that came from actual gamers, the Targus Steelseries is very versatile and has everything any gamer needs.

Generous and customizable storage is the biggest selling point for this gaming backpack. The multiple pockets come in different sizes and are protected by zippers. Every possible accessory and hardware has a dedicated spot in the bag.

On the exterior, the gamers backpack also has detachable pouches, which is a great feature if you want to use your bag for anything other than gaming gear. You can detach pouches for a lighter load or if you don’t need your full gear.

On the inside, it features the SafePort Sling that suspends the laptop inside your bag so it is kept protected no matter how rough your movement is. On the outside, its durable and robust material holds up well in many weather conditions.

It also has an integrated rain cover for the wet season. It can hold up to 29 L of load and the sternum straps and ventilated back panels ensure great support and comfort.

FreeBiz 18.4 Inches Laptop Backpack

Perhaps the most affordable option in this list, the FreeBiz Gaming Backpack can fit a behemoth of up to 18 inches, making it compatible with a wide range of devices.

With the large capacity, it’s also a good bag to take on travels. It has travel-friendly features like a built-in charging cable for smartphones and tablets. There’s a slot for a headphone jack and has a dedicated laptop compartment for easy access at checkpoints.

It also doesn’t scrimp on comfort with padded straps and multi-panel breathable back padding for ventilation and support.

There are different organization options as well. The bag for gamers is divided into 3 main compartments fitted with tons of interior pockets and decent exterior pockets.

Since it’s made with 1680D ballistic nylon, it’s sure to be water-, scratch- and tear-resistant. They also offer a 1-year manufacturer’s full warranty.

Razer Rogue v1 15.6" Gaming Laptop Backpack

If you’re in need of a gaming backpack without the gaming look, the Razer Rogue is a hip choice. Its minimalist design and sleek leather material will blend into any city scene, and will easily take you from work to play in no time.

It’s not meant for bigger gaming systems, but if you’re not keen on lugging around an entire world of hardware and accessories, then this backpack will fit the bill.

The interior is lined with TPU to avoid scratching your gear when taking them in or out of the bag or when they jostle around when you move. It also has ample padding for its dedicated laptop compartment and the secondary compartment.

The exterior is wear-and-tear-resistant and also provides adequate protection against rain. There are no frames so the backpack is flexible but still sturdy. Heavily padded shoulder straps and back panel ensures comfort and support while the build of the backpack itself evenly distributes the weight of the bag.

Mobile Edge Core Gaming Laptop Backpack

The Mobile Edge Core Gaming Backpack is sized to hold up to 17-inch laptops and spacious enough to house the most popular consoles. There are three large compartments that are pre-wired for a power bank or external battery. It’s also equipped with a molded front panel for better protection against bumps and jostles when you’re on the move.

Given its generous sizing, it is also packed with great features. The padded laptop compartment is checkpoint-friendly that opens up flat. There’s a separate fleece-lined pouch for tablets, and lots of interior pockets and zips to hold extra gear and personal items.

On the outside, there are four side accessory pockets for cables, a phone, a gaming mouse, or water bottles. Since the inside is already pre-wired for a power bank, there is an external USB ChargePort built into the bag.

This feature-rich gaming backpack is built with ballistic nylon, making it water-resistant and sturdy. The padded air-mesh shoulder straps and back panel provides comfort and support, while a padded carry handle and a trolley strap provide convenience during travel.

Lenovo Legion Armored 17 inch Gaming Backpack

For intense gamers who want to pack a lot of punch, the Lenovo Y Armored Gaming Backpack delivers.

The Lenovo Legion Armored gaming backpack has 3 compartments and 16 pockets, more than enough for a 17-inch laptop and all the accessories that go with it. There’s also an inside latch to hold your headset. The dedicated laptop compartment has a  high-quality bubble foam for extra protection of your device.

On the outside, the Lenovo Y Gaming Armored Backpack is equipped with a modified weatherproof vinyl exoskeleton and hard front shell. This bag can definitely withstand any weather and the bumps and grinds on daily commutes.

Designed for comfort, this gaming backpack has a compression-molded back panel for breathability, plus, cushioned adjustable shoulder straps and a supporting chest buckle for easy adjustment and weight distribution.