The Blade has some serious competition

The video provides a hands-on look at competing gaming laptops during LTT Computex 2016 coverage, focusing on the Aorus X7 DT as a challenger to Razer's Blade lineup. The presenter highlights several key hardware and design updates the X7 DT brings, including a switch to RGB backlighting for the keyboard and a much improved touchpad feel with a more matte texture. He notes that the bezel has been redesigned with two slim bezels flanking the center, and that the display is now a 1080p 120 Hz panel with about 5 milliseconds of latency, a choice aimed at enhancing fast-paced shooter gameplay. The Aero14 is also introduced briefly, described as having a strong midrange GPU option (970M or 965M) and a compact, lightweight design with up to 10 hours of battery life in productivity mode, while still offering up to 32GB RAM and dual NVMe M.2 slots for fast storage. The overall takeaway is that the Aero14 and X7 DT bring meaningful upgrades in keyboard feel, input surface, display latency, and portability, positioning them as credible alternatives to the Blade. The segment also sets up future in-depth reviews from Linus Tech Tips, promising broader coverage of the Aero line and the MSI products showcased at the event. The video closes with sponsor mentions for Corsair and MSI, framing Computex 2016 as a hub of new gaming hardware and underlining the ongoing competition in the premium laptop space.

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