Who's the Laptop guru?

I don't know which forum i should post this in, but i want a gaming laptop. Well actually it's supposed to be for college...word processing and media, etc. but you know i need somewhere within the price range of $1700-2000. anyone know if there are any leading laptop manufacturers these days? (just say no to alienware) i don't have any clue what to look for... all i know is that i don't care too much about size and weight, i just want sheer performance. and 14.1~15" sounds like a good screen size. anyone know where i could find some good reviews or like a top ten list? that would really help. any advice is appreciated. thanks.

I'm not much help with performance laptops, but these folks should answer any/all questions you have

www.notebookforums.com

Though I think these forums are nicer community-wise.