Razer - Blade 16 - 16" Gaming Laptop - OLED QHD + 240 Hz - Intel i9 -14900HX - NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 - 32 GB RAM - 2 TB SSD - Black
Model: RZ09-05102EN4-R3U1
SKU: 6571556
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Customers are impressed with the Blade 16's build quality and screen quality, citing its amazing picture and fast response time. However, some users noted that the laptop can get warm, particularly around the left palm rest and below the screen during intensive use. High processor temperatures were also reported by some users. While the heat is a concern for some, the positive feedback on the build and display remains prominent.
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First off, I would like to tell you, I really like this laptop. It’s rocking the new Intel Core i9 14900HX CPU, NVIDIA 4090 GPU, 32GB of 5600 ram and a 2TB hard drive from Samsung. It is way expensive, I know, and I heard a lot of bad reviews on it. I loved the look, took a chance, and it paid off. Where shall I start? I guess my main concern; “Is it as hot as the one I felt at the razer store (2023 model year),” the answer is no. It does get warm sometimes around the left palm rest when playing Fortnite (I know, don’t judge me) but not hot at all. When doing regular tasks, it never even gets warm. At first, I thought something was wrong with mine as it is always cool. I will say below the screen it does get hot but not like it would burn you. I did run a few benchmarks on different settings to see if it would overheat. I did see it spike in Time Spy to 99 degrees before coming back down on turbo mode. I don’t know if this is good. In actual games though I see 82-84 (CPU), 72-74 (GPU) in balanced mode. 87-90 (CPU), 77-79 (GPU) in Turbo mode. All this is adjustable in synapse with the fan speed though. My fan speed is set to auto. That leads me into my next concern, “Fan Speed.” Is it loud? I would say yes in turbo, can be in Balanced but not usually in Silent. I do see myself always switching due to the task (FN+P). It is simple to switch. If I am watching YouTube or shopping on Amazon, I just leave it in Silent mode. If I am gaming, I usually leave it in Balanced mode (I don’t wear ear plugs or headphones). If I want more power then I will use Turbo, however, to be honest, I don’t really use Turbo mode much as the fans can get loud. Balanced mode seems to deliver enough performance on the QHD+ OLED display with Ultra Settings enabled. Speaking of not wearing headphones, the speakers are quite good on this laptop. I can clearly hear the audio over the fan speed, even on Turbo mode. I don’t have anything to compare it to, but I find the sound acceptable to me so far. The one thing overshadowing everything else is the display though. Man, this thing is nice. The only thing I wish for is it to be brighter. I am no display afficionado, but I think most individuals will find this display spectacular and without the screen wobble of other brands. I love that when It’s dark it’s not glowing some weird grey color. One thing everyone is talking about is the reflections and I will comment that they are indeed there under certain conditions. Is it a deal breaker? Not for me and under most circumstances, I don’t even notice it. Now the bad stuff, and I get it, even the Mona Lisa has its flaws. The Keyboard? It’s not great. It works fine but feels kind of flat. I am not a great typer or anything, but I get a bit lost. The Presses are superb, but the “Huge Trackpad” gets in the way and sometimes I randomly end up palm pressing somewhere else on the page. Quite frankly it’s annoying. It is not a deal breaker as most other laptops have adopted this same huge design. These brands could reduce the trackpad by 15-20% and they would still be big enough while giving a more comfortable typing experience. So, in closing I would like to say I am super satisfied will my pricy purchase, however, there are Improvements to be made. This is especially true from a useability standpoint mostly stemming from the huge trackpad. Would I buy another laptop brand if I could do it all again? Probably not as I think this laptop checks all the marks I could ask for (Powerful, stylish, cool running, great display, superb keyboard lighting etc.). I would recommend it to anyone that has the extra money to spend and wants something more powerful than the ASUS G16.
Posted by ChrisC
This is what BestBuy send. Bought An open box excellent condition certified by their Geek Squad Verified. A computer with evident broken top left corner........
Posted by Masive
Best gaming laptop on the market. Upgraded from the 2023 Blade 16. The 4k mini-led was good, but the oled is far superior in my opinion. The lower resolution and higher refresh rate over the 2023 model is a perfect match for the laptop. Games are buttery smooth. Thermal performance has also been improved. Far less thermal throttling vs the 2023 model. Screen: Pros- Amazing picture quality and fast response time. Best laptop screen in my opinion. Lower resolutions look sharper than 2023 model. Color accuracy is phenomenal and color profiles are well calibrated. Cons- Glossy screen does not handle ambient lighting well. Doesn't use the same glass as the new Zephyrus G16, which offers better performance in brighter environments. However, blacks are inkier and colors pop more than competition in light controlled environments. Only 400 nits brightness. Wish it was a bit higher, but it is still bright enough. Speakers: Pros- Very loud and clear. Loud enough to drown out fan noise. Cons: Bass performance is poor. Lacks any real lower end, especially compared to other laptops. Slight distortion at max volume for some content Keyboard/Trackpad Pros- Accurate and responsive trackpad. Best rgb keyboard lighting on the market. No light bleed and an ample amount of customization options. Cons- Not as satisfying of a typing experience as some of the competion offering mechanical switch keys. Overall, the pros far outweigh the cons. No laptop is perfect, but the 2024 Blade 16 strikes a balance that provides an amazing gaming experience. I have a 4090 desktop, and I still tend to game on my Blade 16 the majority of the time. Ps: get a skin for the laptop, so you dont have to worry about fingerprints and smudges. Its a fingerprint magnet.
Posted by Bobby