At CES 2025, Razer unveiled a slew of new products and technologies for the new year. Here we will go over a portion of what they announced at the show. We looked at their latest laptop model refresh, a new desktop lighting solution, a new gaming handheld docking station, and a dual-function monitor stand. So, without delay, let’s dive right in!
Razer Blade 16 (2015) Gaming Laptop
The latest gaming laptop model from Razer comes with CPU options going up to the Ryzen AI 9 HX 370. It will feature GPU options offering up to NVIDIA’s latest-gen GPU, powering its 240Hz OLED Display with a 0.2 ms response time. These graphics are then complimented by an upgraded six-speaker design, featuring upward and downward firing sound. This audio presentation is powered by THX Spatial Audio, giving you 7.1 virtual surround sound.
The new 2025 Razer Blade 16 brings more power than the previous model while somehow being only 0.59 inches (14.99mm) thin. That is 32% thinner than the 2024 Blade 16. This is thanks to its new thermal hood design, combatting heat within its now more-compact form. The Razer Blade 16 (2025) has a fast charging 90 Wh battery that can charge up to 80% in capacity in about 45 minutes.
There were also some updates to the keyboard on this new model. You have keys with 1.5mm of travel distance, allowing for a more comfortable typing experience. On the right, you have a row of programmable macro keys for easier access. A Microsoft Copilot AI key has also been added, with this Razer model being the first to feature this key. The keyboard is then complimented by a large glass trackpad, allowing for accurate movements and gestures.
Keep an eye out for this somehow more compact yet more powerful laptop, available in Q1 2025.
Razer Aether Standing Light Bars
Springboarding off of the Razer Aether Monitor Light Bar introduced at CES 2024, the new Razer Aether Standing Light Bars now handle illuminating the sides of your gaming surface. These standing light bars give you the option to either provide front-facing or wall-facing lighting, giving you control over how you manage your visual immersion. Sold as a pair, each light bar houses 30 individual LEDS, allowing for a very defined lighting experience. The pair connects to your PC using a single USB-C power cable, keeping your cabling to a minimum.
The Razer Chroma behavior of the Razer Aether Standing Light Bars can be fully customized via Razer Synapse. However, these light bars are also ready to work with Matter, Alexa, and Google Home. The Razer Aether Standing Light Bars are available worldwide starting January 2025, going for $99.99.
Razer Handheld Dock Chroma
With gaming handhelds becoming more and more prevalent, Razer has announced a new universal solution in the form of the Razer Handheld Dock Chroma. The dock supports up to 100W of power passthrough and features customizable Razer Chroma RGB. On the back, you have gigabit ethernet, HDMI 2.0, 85W Power Delivery, and three USB-A 3.0 ports. Whether it is a handheld console, a tablet or a mobile device, this dock is ready to expand your device’s connectivity as long as it has a USB-C port.
This dock is also travel ready, folding into itself for transport and folding out to double as a highly flexible stand. The docking bay where your device would rest features anti-slip rubber, allowing your device to remain stable, regardless of the viewing angle. If you are looking to convert your handheld or mobile device to either a desktop or couch gaming setup, this dock aims to be your solution in a simple all-in-one package.
The Razer Handheld Dock Chroma is available worldwide now for $79.99.
Razer Monitor Stand Chroma
Staying in lane with connection consolidation and Razer Chroma lighting, the Razer Monitor Stand Chroma looks to give you back some desk space while doubling as a 4-port hub. This stand features a 6mm aluminum build, an anodized matte finish, and support for up to 44 lbs. This stand sits at 19.7” wide by 3.09” high by 8.27” in depth (or 500mm x 78.5mm x 210mm), and is capable of stowing away a full-sized keyboard.
On the right, you have a multi-function button, two USB-A ports, and one USB-C port. On the rear, you have an HDMI 2.0 video out port and a USB-C connection for forwarding all of these connections to your PC. Lastly, you have the kind of Razer Chroma lighting that you would expect from a stand like this.
The Razer Monitor Stand Chroma will be available for $199.99.
