Takes you closer to the games, movies and TV you love Issues delivered straight to your door or device The world of the best gaming laptops might have just got a little wider. Well, a lot wider considering CES 2025 brought us 31 new machines this year.

There are many new laptops coming from Dell, Alienware, Asus, Acer, Lenovo, MSI, and Razer. Many may just boil down to chip bumps and slight refreshes, but there are some that are betting big on new ideas, thinness, raw power, and over-the-top accouterments. Here are the ones I’m most excited for.

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While Dell wasn’t at CES proper, the company unveiled its latest Alienware laptops during the big event. The company has brought back its old Area-51 branding for the upcoming 16- and 18-inch gaming laptops to celebrate nearly 30 years of Alienware.

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For those in the market for a high-performance gaming laptop, the Alienware x16 R2 presents a compelling option, currently available with a savings of $400. This laptop is powered by the Intel Core Ultra 9