Razer's Complete Ultrabook Gaming Solution - CES 2016

Razer announces a complete ultrabook gaming strategy starting with the Blade Stealth, a compact 12.5 inch ultrabook designed to deliver solid everyday performance while keeping a slim footprint. The host highlights the premium aluminum build, high resolution display options, and a choice of storage configurations that scale from entry level to higher end, including PCIe-based storage up to 512 GB on top tiers. The device uses Intel Core U series performance with onboard graphics, and features a modern IO suite including a USB-C/Thunderbolt 3 port, two USB A ports, HDMI, and a combined 3.5 mm audio jack. The standout concept is the Razer Core external graphics enclosure that connects via Thunderbolt 3 to deliver a desktop-class GPU experience to the ultrabook, enabling a future-proof upgrade path for gaming performance without replacing the notebook itself. The Core reports as PCIe x16 via TB3 but runs at PCIe 3.0 x4 in practice, allowing a standard desktop GPU to be used with a single cable plugged into the wall for power as well. Razer emphasizes upgradeability, showing that the enclosure can be opened toollessly and fitted with a wide range of standard-height dual-slot GPUs. The presenter expresses strong enthusiasm about the potential of pairing the Blade Stealth with the Core, and speculates about future Blade configurations receiving similar GPU upgrade pathways. The segment closes with a note on CES coverage sponsorship and a plug for Squarespace, encouraging viewers to subscribe for more updates and to take advantage of sponsor codes.

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