Razer made a significant impact at CES 2025 with the unveiling of the Blade 16, a gaming laptop the company claims is “the thinnest ever.” One year after revealing its predecessor at CES 2024, the Razer Blade 16 comes with several notable upgrades.
At just 0.59 inches thick, the Blade 16 is 32% thinner than the 2024 Blade model. This promises a sleek design without compromising performance, although the impact of this new design on battery life still needs further testing.
The Blade 16’s keyboard has also been improved, offering 50% more key travel, reaching 1.5mm, providing a more comfortable and accurate typing experience. The laptop features a 16-inch QHD+ OLED display with a 240Hz refresh rate and a response time of just 0.2ms, perfect for smooth gaming experiences.
A standout feature of the Blade 16 is its integration of AMD Ryzen AI processors, enabling optimal performance for AI-powered applications, a feature not seen in previous gaming laptops. While the official price has yet to be revealed, given the starting price of its predecessor at $2,700, the Blade 16 is expected to be priced similarly, making it far from an affordable option.
In addition to the Blade 16, Razer introduced Project Ava, an “AI esports coach” designed to provide real-time support based on community wisdom and knowledge bases. Gamers can access this feature during breaks or even while playing, through a headset or chat box.
Razer also introduced new gaming accessories, including the Monitor Stand Chroma priced at $200, which supports up to 44 pounds, has a 4-port USB-C hub, and offers customizable RGB lighting with 16.8 million colors.
A new gaming chair, the Iskur V2 X, priced at $300, features a larger seat base (over 21 inches) compared to the Iskur V2. Finally, Razer revealed Project Arielle, a concept chair equipped with both heating and cooling systems.