Razer Blade Gaming Laptop Gets Upgraded For Better Gaming Performance

By Nathan Kirsch

RAZER BLADE GAMING LAPTOP NOW MORE POWERFUL THAN EVER

Updated GPU, CPU, and doubled system memory take the latest in the line of award-winning gaming laptops to the next level

CARLSBAD, Calif. Razer, a world leader in connected devices and software for gamers, today unveiled its new gaming laptop. The Razer Blade, the worlds thinnest and lightest 14-inch gaming notebook, is now packed with the latest processors from Intel and NVIDIA, more memory and a stunning best-in-class QHD+ display.

The new Razer Blade comes with the latest NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970M (3GB GDDR5 VRAM) and state-of-the-art IGZO (Indium Gallium Zinc Oxide) display panel technology providing unmatched color and image quality. The ultra-portable laptop features 16GB of fast 1600MHz DDR3L memory and includes solid-state storage with options for up to 512GB. With speeds of up to four times faster than traditional notebook hard drives, the system boots quicker and launches games faster.

The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970M with 3GB VRAM is powered by the next-generation NVIDIA Maxwell architecture, which delivers increased performance, advanced graphics technologies and improved power management. With NVIDIA Optimus Technology the Razer Blade automatically transitions between NVIDIA graphics and Intel HD Graphics 4600, seamlessly and in the background, improving performance and battery life.

The Intel Core i7-4720HQ processor, typically found in larger notebooks, gives the 14-inch Razer Blade 2.6GHz of quad-core processing power and Turbo Boost speeds, which automatically increases the speed of active cores up to 3.6GHz. The Hyper-Threading technology provides eight virtual cores for improved gaming performance.

When we debuted the Razer Blade in 2013, we set the benchmark for gaming laptops and other companies worldwide have followed in our footsteps, says Min-Liang Tan, Razer co-founder and CEO. We continue to listen as gamer needs evolve and the new Razer Blade again sets the industry standard by which gaming laptops are measured.

The Razer Blades performance is driven by the engineering principles of localized heating. Dedicated thermal engineers at Razer designed the Blade to direct heat away from the main touch surfaces, sending it to areas that can dissipate heat quickly and are not commonly touched. This allows the Blade to pack in the highest performance possible in a notebook that is thinner than a dime.

Housed in a precision-cut CNC aluminum chassis, the Razer Blade features a custom-designed track pad and backlit gaming-grade keyboard that has anti-ghosting capabilities and programmable keys powered by Razers revolutionary Synapse software.

The 14-inch Razer Blade embodies Razers continuing drive to design the worlds best gaming laptops for those that need insanely powerful performance, the thinnest form factor and the highest resolution screen to game anywhere, anytime. The Razer Blade is now available for order online from Razer Store or Microsoft Stores, and will be available in select Microsoft Stores on February 16th. For more information, visit www.razerzone.com/blade.

Product features (QHD+ Model):

  • Intel Core i7-4720HQ Quad Core Processor (2.6GHz / 3.6GHz)
  • NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970M (3GB GDDR5 VRAM)
  • 16GB System Memory (DDR3L-1600MHz)
  • Windows 8.1 64-Bit
  • 128/256/512GB SSD (SATA M.2) options
  • 14.0″ IGZO QHD+ 16:9 Ratio, 3200×1800, with LED backlight, capacitive multi-touch
  • Intel Wireless-AC 7260HMW (802.11a/b/g/n/ac + Bluetooth 4.0)
  • (3x) USB 3.0 port (SuperSpeed)
  • HDMI 1.4a audio and video output
  • Dolby Digital Plus Home Theater Edition
  • Built-in stereo speakers
  • 3.5 mm microphone/headphone combo jack
  • Array microphone
  • 7.1 Codec support (via HDMI)
  • Built-in full-HD webcam (2.0 MP)
  • TPM 2.0 (Trusted Platform Module)
  • Compact 150W Power Adapter
  • Built-in 70Wh Rechargeable lithium ion polymer battery
  • Razer Anti-Ghosting Keyboard (with adjustable backlight)
  • Razer Synapse Enabled
  • Kensington Lock interface
  • 13.6 in. (345 mm) Width x 0.70 in. (17.8 mm) Height x 9.3 in. (235 mm) Depth
  • 4.47 lbs. / 2.03 kg

Price: Starting at $2199


Availability:

Razerzone.com Now (U.S., Canada, Singapore, Hong Kong)

Microsoft Stores February 16th (U.S. Online and Select Stores)

Razerzone.com March (China, Australia, New Zealand, Malaysia, UAE, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, Russia)

The new Razer Blade is also available in a non-touch Full HD configuration as a Razer Store exclusive on Razerzone.com. Featuring 8GB system memory and an IPS (In-Plane Switching) display running at a 1920 x 1080 resolution, with amazing color reproduction, wide viewing angles, and an anti-glare matte finish. For more information, visit www.razerzone.com/blade.

Product features (Full HD Model):

  • 14.0″ IPS Full HD 16:9 Ratio, 1920×1080, with LED backlight
  • Intel Core i7-4720HQ Quad Core Processor (2.6GHz / 3.6GHz)
  • NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970M (3GB GDDR5 VRAM)
  • 256GB SSD (SATA m.2)
  • 8GB System Memory
  • Intel Wireless-AC 7260HMW (802.11a/b/g/n/ac + Bluetooth 4.0)
  • (3x) USB 3.0 port (SuperSpeed)
  • HDMI 1.4a audio and video output
  • Dolby Digital Plus Home Theatre Edition
  • Built-in stereo speakers
  • 3.5 mm microphone/headphone combo jack
  • Array microphone
  • 7.1 Codec support (via HDMI)
  • Built-in full-HD webcam (2.0 MP)
  • TPM 2.0 (Trusted Platform Module)
  • Compact 150W Power Adapter
  • Built-in 70Wh Rechargeable lithium ion polymer battery
  • Razer Anti-Ghosting Keyboard (with adjustable backlight)
  • Razer Synapse Enabled
  • Kensington Lock interface
  • 13.6 in. (345 mm) Width x 0.70 in. (17.8 mm) Height x 9.3 in. (235 mm) Depth
  • 4.19 lbs. / 1.9 kg

Price: $1999

Availability: Razerzone.com February (U.S., Canada, Australia, Singapore, Hong Kong)

About Razer:

Razer is a world leader in connected devices and software for gamers.

Razer is transforming the way people play games, engage with other gamers and identify with the gamer lifestyle. Having won the coveted Best of CES award consecutively for five years, the companys leadership in product innovation continues to create new categories for the gaming community that is estimated to have over 1 billion gamers worldwide.

Razers award-winning design and technology include an array of user interface and systems devices, voice-over IP for gamers and a cloud platform for customizing and enhancing gaming devices.

Founded in 2005, Razer is backed by Intel Capital, IDG-Accel and Heliconia Capital Management (Heliconia), a wholly owned subsidiary of Singapore investment company Temasek. For more information visit http://www.razerzone.com/about-razer.