CES 2025, held from January 7 to 10, showcases over 4,500 exhibitors presenting innovations in AI, digital health, and sustainability. Asus reveals powerful gaming notebooks with Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 graphics, while Dell revives Alienware Area-51 laptops with desktop-level processors. Razer introduces a sleeker Blade 16, and Acer launches lightweight Swift Go models. Samsung enhances gaming with monitors featuring refresh rates up to 500 Hz, catering to demanding gamers with high-performance displays.
CES 2025: A Showcase of Cutting-Edge Technologies
From January 7 to 10, the Nevada desert transforms into a hub of innovation as over 4,500 exhibitors gather for CES 2025. This event features an impressive array of advancements, spanning artificial intelligence, digital health, smart mobility, sustainability, and more. Stay tuned as we bring you continuous updates on the most exciting highlights.
Asus Unveils Powerful New Gaming Notebooks
This year at CES, Asus launched its latest gaming notebooks, featuring the formidable Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 graphics card. Available in 16 and 18-inch models, these notebooks are engineered for an exceptional gaming experience, integrating advanced cooling technologies along with Intel Core Ultra 9-285HX processors. Users can configure these machines with up to 64 GB DDR5 RAM and 4 TB PCIe Gen4 SSD storage, ensuring peak performance.
The notebooks boast a stunning 1400p Mini-LED display that delivers a 240 Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 1,200 nits, along with full DCI-P3 color coverage. Pricing and availability details are yet to be announced.
Additionally, Asus is emphasizing portability without compromising on performance with its ROG Zephyrus G14 and G16 models. Weighing just under 1.5 kilograms and 1.85 kilograms respectively, the G14 offers a 1620p panel with a 120 Hz refresh rate, while the G16 features a 1400p OLED display with a 240 Hz refresh rate. Both models will be available in stylish Platinum White or Eclipse Gray, though release dates and pricing remain undisclosed.
Another standout is the Asus ROG Flow Z13, a unique 2-in-1 gaming tablet equipped with an AMD Ryzen AI MAX+ 395 processor and a robust 70-watt-hour battery. Its 1440p touchscreen boasts a remarkable 180 Hz refresh rate, all housed in a sleek CNC aluminum chassis. This innovative device is expected to hit the market in the first quarter of 2025.
Revamped Alienware Area-51 Gaming Laptops
Dell is set to revive the legendary Alienware Area-51 gaming laptops, promising an extraordinary new design packed with desktop-level processors. These laptops come in 16 and 18-inch variants, featuring the Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX processor and the next generation of Nvidia GeForce GPUs. They also support PCIe Gen5 SSD storage, allowing for direct GPU access via Microsoft DirectStorage technology.
With options for up to 64 GB DDR5 RAM and a staggering 12 TB NVMe M.2 PCIe SSD storage, these laptops are built for serious gamers. The displays offer a resolution of 2,560 × 1,600 pixels, a 240 Hz refresh rate, and a quick 3 ms response time for seamless gameplay. Dell’s Cryo-Tech thermal architecture enhances cooling efficiency, directing up to 37 percent more airflow than previous models. The release of these laptops is anticipated in late Q1 2025, starting at a price of €1,999.
Razer Blade 16: Sleeker and More Robust
The Razer Blade 16 (2025 Edition) showcases a robust unibody construction made from a single block of aluminum, enhancing durability and stability. This model is thinner than its predecessor, measuring between 1.5 to 2.2 centimeters in height, while still delivering impressive performance through the latest AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 processor, designed to optimize both work and gaming efficiency.
The 16-inch OLED display features a 240 Hz refresh rate and a swift 0.2 ms response time, ensuring a visually stunning experience. Specific details regarding the launch date and pricing for this model have yet to be revealed.
Acer Swift Go: Lighter and More Efficient
Acer’s Swift Go lineup introduces two sleek models, the 14-inch and 16-inch versions, with the 14-inch variant weighing just over 1.3 kilograms—approximately 450 grams lighter than its predecessor. Both models are powered by the latest Intel Core Ultra 200H series CPUs, offering up to 32 GB LPDDR5X RAM and 2 TB SSD storage, along with Intel Arc graphics and a range of AI tools.
For display options, users can choose between an 1800p OLED display or a 1200p IPS touchscreen, with the OLED model featuring VESA DisplayHDR, TrueBlack 500, and Eyesafe 2.0 certification. The Acer Swift Go 16 is set to launch in April 2025, starting at $949.99, followed by the 14-inch model in May, starting at $899.99.
Samsung Monitors: Enhanced Gaming Experience
Samsung is pushing the boundaries with new monitors capable of refresh rates up to 500 Hz. The new 27-inch model, featuring a resolution of 2,560 × 1,440 pixels, is designed to cater to the most demanding gaming setups. Other impressive specifications include a response time of 0.03 ms and compatibility with AMD FreeSync and Nvidia G-Sync technologies for fluid gameplay.
Additionally, Samsung showcases a compact 4K OLED panel with a 240 Hz refresh rate, ideal for high-performance desktop setups. The company is also introducing a versatile 37-inch 4K monitor, offering ergonomic features and integrated KVM switch capabilities, although pricing and availability have not yet been disclosed.