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.

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.

Las Vegas is a sea of innovation this week. From self-charging keyboards and robot vacs that pick up your junk to mirrors that give you a reality check, this tech stands out at CES.

CES is always a veritable gold mine for new laptops. CES 2025 has absolutely lived up to expectations—and these are our favorite picks from the world's leading tech expo. Razer is known for its Intel-powered gaming laptops,