At CES 2025, we had a chance to see all the new products Razer showed off, from the practical to the luxurious. Some of the new products are refreshed, like the latest Razer Blade 16 laptop with the upcoming Nvidia RTX 5090 mobile GPU, while others are far-future concepts like an in-game AI coach called Project Ava. We also have demonstration products. Here is a summary of our practical experience
Razer Blade 16 Laptop (2025) with RTX 5000 Series GPU
Along with the announcement of Nvidia’s new RTX 5000 series GPUs, Razer also announced an updated model of its Razer Blade gaming laptop. In particular, we were able to see Blade 16 in action and break down all the notable changes. One big change is the shift in CPU lineup from Intel to AMD. The top model uses AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370. This is said to improve power efficiency without compromising performance, leaving room for a slight increase in power consumption for the new RTX 5000 series GPUs.
This refreshed version is just 0.59 inches thick, making it 32% thinner than the previous model. However, the keyboard travel has been increased to 1.5mm, giving it a feel closer to a thin desktop keyboard. As for memory, the RAM is soldered to keep the form factor slim. You can get the new Blade with 16GB, 32GB, or 64GB of memory. The Blade 16 still features an OLED display with a resolution of 2560×1600 (QHD+) and a response time of 0.2ms.
The new Razer Blade laptops are expected to be available during Q1 2025, with pricing depending on model and configuration.
Laptop Cooling Pad and HyperBoost for Blade Laptops
Razer has been showing off its laptop cooling pad for a while now, and now we get to see the final design. It resembles a tall laptop stand with a large, high-speed 140mm fan underneath. There are three different frames that magnetically snap into place over the laptop cooling pad to better handle different laptop airflow and internal cooling solutions. Razer also showed off HyperBoost, which comes preset in the Razer software. This helps keep your Blade laptop (2023 models and newer) running at peak performance as the laptop cooling pad operates at maximum capacity to prevent overheating. There’s also an input hub with three USB-A ports and separate buttons to manually control fan speed and Chroma RGB lighting.
The Laptop Cooling Pad launches on January 30th for $149.99 and is available for pre-order at the Razer Store.
gaming handheld device dock
Razer Gaming Handheld Dock – Photos
With so many handheld gaming PCs on the market in addition to the Steam Deck and Asus ROG Ally, accessories like docks (similar to the one found on the Nintendo Switch) are becoming increasingly useful. Razer launches a universal dock for PC handhelds that can support select devices, charge with 100W passthrough, and output to an external display. The stand is adjustable, allowing you to adjust the angle of the handheld regardless of the size of your device. It connects to your handheld via USB-C and acts as a hub with multiple ports, including a Gigabit Ethernet port, four USB ports, and an HDMI output.
Project Ava: In-game AI coach and guide
Perhaps the most interesting thing Razer showcased is Project Ava, an in-game AI assistant and coach with voice. We’ve seen it in action alongside MOBAs, allowing it to analyze in-game situations in real time and provide insights on the fly. You can also check your performance after the match and analyze what went well and how you can improve in the post-match analysis. Think of it as an AI-powered esports coach.
When we asked Razer about the ethical boundaries around the possibility of providing an unfair advantage, a Razer representative said Project Ava has built-in boundaries that allow players to obtain data they don’t know about, or to He said he could not tell. What to do based on probability analysis. Razer said it is conscious of its Terms of Service compliance to ensure Project Ava is compliant across different games.
Project Ava isn’t just about competitive multiplayer games. It is also built for single-player games and acts like a real-time game guide. We’ve seen it working in Black Myth: Wukong and Project Ava. Wukong and Project Ava guided players through boss battles by advising them on visual cues of enemy attacks, changing stages of combat, and the best time to attack.
These are early examples of what Project Ava can do and will evolve as it is applied to more games. A beta version of Project Ava is planned for later this year.
Project Arielle: Gaming chair with hot and cold airflow
Another early concept Razer was showing off was Project Arielle, a mesh gaming chair with a built-in heating and cooling fan. Project Arielle features the mesh design of the Razer Fujin Pro Chair, which uses a bladeless fan around the chair’s frame to create airflow of up to 30°C to provide heat, and according to Razer Cool to 2 °C to 5 °C. . A control panel is located along the seat to the right to control chair settings. I was able to experience Project Arielle on the model exhibited at CES 2025, and the temperature settings were noticeably different, and the mesh upholstery with lumbar support was comfortable for short periods of use.
PC remote play (beta version)
Razer was doing a live demo of PC Remote Play, and it’s exactly what you think it is. Through the Razer Nexus app, you can set up your home PC as a host machine and use the Razer app to access your entire library on your Android or iOS device. While there are other programs with similar features like Parsec, Razer focuses on broad compatibility and seamlessness with your gaming library while offering full resolution and fidelity with minimal latency. I said that.
Chroma Reactive Lighting and Immersion Ecosystem
One of the more luxurious demos allowed us to play Dune: Awakening in an entire room outfitted with Chroma Reactive Lighting, including the new Aether standing light bar. The room featured Razer’s Aether lighting products with light strips around the walls that reacted in real time to the color palette on the screen. Additionally, THX spatial audio and Razer Sensa haptics were included in the Freyja chair and Wolverine controller to complete the experience. It was an impressive demonstration of what Razer products can do when they all work together, but I think it’s unrealistic for most people. The Aether light is powered via USB-C, connects to your device via Wi-Fi and can be customized with the Razer app.
Chroma monitor stand and input hub
Finally, we looked at the Chroma monitor stand. This was one of the simplest accessories Razer had on display. Besides Chroma lighting for a bit of aesthetic flair, there’s also an input hub with two USB-A ports, two USB-C ports, and HDMI 2.0 for connecting to another port (to your PC via USB-C). connection). external display. The stand itself can hold up to 44 pounds (20 kg) and has a rubber pad on the bottom for stability. It’s 19.7 inches long and can store a full-sized keyboard underneath in case you want to save space on your desktop when not in use.
