Razer's highly anticipated 2025 lineup of gaming laptops, the Razer Blade 16 and Razer Blade 18, are now available for preorder directly from Razer.com. These powerhouses boast the latest Intel and Ryzen processors (depending on the model) and the cutting-edge RTX 5000-series mobile GPUs in three variants: RTX 5070 Ti, RTX 5080, and RTX 5090. Preordering secures you bonus accessories, adding extra value to your purchase.
Razer Blade laptops are renowned for their exceptional build quality. Crafted from a single block of aluminum, their chassis are remarkably thin and light for gaming laptops. This sleek form factor is achieved through Razer's proprietary cooling system, featuring a vacuum-sealed, liquid-filled copper vapor chamber for efficient heat dissipation. Similar to Apple MacBook Pros, meticulous engineering elevates the Razer Blade, justifying its premium price point.
Razer Blade 18
Preorder the New Razer Blade 18 Gaming Laptop with New RTX 5000 Series GPU
$3,199.99 at Razer
The Razer Blade 18, an Intel-powered system, features the high-performance Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX CPU, a significant upgrade over the efficiency-focused Core Ultra 9 185H. This base configuration includes an 18" Dual UHD+ 240Hz display (with native switching to FHD+ 440Hz), RTX 5070 Ti graphics, 32GB of RAM, and a 1TB SSD, all for $3,199.99. Upgrades to the RTX 5080 or RTX 5090 are available. Preordering also includes an X-Ray Razer laptop skin and a USB-C dock.
Razer Blade 16
Preorder the New Razer Blade 16 Gaming Laptop with New RTX 5000 Series GPU
$2,799.99 at Razer
The Razer Blade 16 utilizes an AMD Ryzen system, starting with the AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 CPU. Its specifications include a 16" 240Hz QHD+ OLED display, RTX 5070 Ti graphics, 32GB of RAM, and a 1TB SSD for $2,799.99. Processor upgrades to a Ryzen AI 9 370HX and GPU upgrades to the RTX 5080 or RTX 5090 are also options. Preordering this model nets you an X-Ray Razer laptop skin and an RGB laptop stand.
When do these laptops ship?
While Razer hasn't announced an official release date, a delay of several months is expected, pending the launch of the RTX 50-series mobile GPUs. Their performance compared to previous generations remains to be seen.
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Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 16" Intel Core i7-13620H RTX 4070 Gaming Laptop with 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD
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Best Buy offers a compelling deal on a well-equipped RTX 4070 gaming laptop. The Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 RTX 4070 is currently discounted to $1,079.99, representing a $570 saving. This exceptional price delivers a slim, high-quality gaming laptop with powerful performance. Weighing only 4.4lbs and measuring 0.78" thin, the Asus ROG Zephyrus G16 is among the lightest and thinnest in its class.
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