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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. From RTX 5090 powerhouses to efficiency-focused mid-range machines,

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.

But with the RTX 50-series officially announced, a load of new and updated gaming laptops were announced at CES this year, and having checked them out myself in person, these are the five that really caught my attention.

Bring your gaming to a new level in the new year with a top-of-the-line portable at a deep discount, including major brands like Alienware, MSI, and Asus.

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