Like every year, Razer unveils new laptops. The manufacturer had taken advantage of THESE to detail the Blade 14 And 16version 2024, but he remained evasive on the Blade 18. This is now corrected, Razer present this week A laptop 18 inches which features an ultra high-end processor and graphics cardbut the price is also high.
4K display at 200 Hz or QHD+ at 300 Hz, Thunderbolt 5 port, processor Intel Core up to i9-14900HX, graphics card NVIDA GeForce RTX up to RTX 4090, less than 2.2 cm thick, Razer’s Blade 18 is a monster of powerthe manufacturer goes into detail:
- Striking visual fidelity with the world’s first 18-inch 4K 200 Hz display : certified by Calman Verified and benefiting from individual factory calibration, its 18-inch 4K 200 Hz screen, a world first, offers UHD+ resolution (3840×2400), a response time of 3.0 ms and a colorimetric space DCI-P3 well covered at 100%. It offers high definition and high refresh rate for an unparalleled viewing experience.
- A new generation of ports for the world’s first laptop equipped with Thunderbolt 5 technology : The future of connectivity is within reach with the Blade 18. Thunderbolt 5 significantly improves transfer speeds and bandwidth, so gamers and creators can enjoy captivating visuals and ever-increasing experiences immersive. The Thunderbolt 5 standard allows users to connect multiple high-resolution displays simultaneously, as well as high-speed external storage devices or even all-in-one docking stations. For its part, Bandwidth Boost mode ensures speeds of up to 120 Gbps, three times higher than the current standard.
- Desktop-like processing speed with Intel Core i9 HX CPU : At the heart of the Blade 18 is the 14th generation of Intel CPU, the Core i9-14900HX. It is the fastest mobile processor in the world. Between its 24 cores and its overclocking possibilities via Razer Synapse, the processor offers unrivaled processing power. It is ready to handle the most intense creative applications, or even the most demanding AAA games.
- The world’s thinnest 18-incher powered by an Intel HX : At just 21.99mm thin, the Blade 18 packs the power of the 14th generation Intel® Core i9-14900HX processor. This is the world’s thinnest 18-inch chassis powered by an Intel HX.
- Exceptional graphics performance : a true leader in its category, the Blade 18 integrates NVIDIA GeForce RTX graphics cards, which extend up to the RTX 4090, with a TGP (Total Graphics Power) of up to 175W. It also takes advantage of NVIDIA’s DLSS 3 technology, powered by AI, to achieve faster refresh rates and real-time ray tracing. GeForce RTX technologies are compatible with more than 500 games and applications, including blockbusters like Cyberpunk 2077 and Alan Wake 2. NVIDIA RTX mobile GPUs feature Tensor cores, which deliver significant performance gains in a variety of tasks integrating artificial intelligence (AI), whether for content creation or games. Although Razer Blades benefit from out-of-the-box drivers, it is possible to download NVIDIA Studio drivers for increased performance and reliability.
- The choice with an 18-inch QHD+ 300 Hz Mini-LED screen : With a higher refresh rate and brightness of up to 1000 nits, this second screen option offers exceptional clarity, in games and for creative tasks. It’s an attractive alternative for gamers and content creators who are regularly on the move. In addition, it has a QHD+ resolution (2560×1600) and 2000 dimming zones, which can be activated or deactivated on the fly without restarting the PC. The DCI-P3 color space is well covered at 100%, individual factory calibration and Calman Verified certification ensure high color fidelity.
- An advanced cooling system : Featuring the thinnest fan blades in its class, the Blade 18’s advanced cooling system ensures maximum graphics performance in a slim chassis. Incorporating the largest vapor chamber Razer has ever designed, the Blade 18 system is made up of 3 fans to dissipate heat quickly and efficiently. It thus guarantees optimal performance, even during intense gaming sessions or with demanding 3D renderings.
- The comfort of a desktop computer, the versatility of a laptop : between its 5MP webcam, its 6-speaker THX spatial audio system, the possibility of upgrading certain components, its complete range of ports and the integration of the new Wi-Fi 7 standard, the Blade 18 ensures a connection flawless and immersion in every moment. It is the ideal ally for games, streaming or even online calls. It also includes a GaN charger (up to 330W) which is up to 60% more compact than equivalent silicon-based solutions.
Obviously, to afford such a laptop, you will have to pay the price: the Blade 18 (2024) is available on the official website of Razer from €3,599.99but with the best configuration, it will cost you €5,899!
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