Alienware has announced the return of its legendary Area-51 series, introducing both desktop and laptop models packed with advanced features for next-gen gaming. The Area-51 Desktop and Laptops are equipped with NVIDIA Blackwell GeForce RTX 50 Series GPUs, offering enhanced performance with NVIDIA DLSS 4, NVIDIA Studio, and NIM microservices.

The flagship Area-51 Desktop, designed for PC gaming enthusiasts, features a robust 80L tower supporting up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 GPU and Intel Core Ultra 9 285K CPU. It offers over 600W of graphics power and 280W of processing power, with industry-standard components for easy upgrades.

The new 18-inch and 16-inch Area-51 Laptops focus on power, performance, and innovative design. They feature 280W of combined power from NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50 Series Laptop GPU and Intel Core Ultra CPUs. The intricate thermal architecture enhances airflow by 35% while being 15% quieter, wrapped in a sophisticated, otherworldly design.

Alienware’s Area-51 series continues to push the boundaries of gaming technology, delivering elite performance and future-ready designs for gamers worldwide.

Alienware has also launched the Alienware 27 4K QD-OLED Monitor at CES 2025. This CES 2025 Innovation Award Honoree boasts the highest pixels per inch (PPI) in any OLED or QD-OLED monitor, offering gamers unmatched visual clarity, speed, and immersion.

The 27-inch monitor features a pixel density of 166 PPI, a 240Hz refresh rate, and a 0.03ms response time, ensuring smooth and responsive gameplay. It supports NVIDIA G-SYNC, AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, and VESA AdaptiveSync, providing a tear-free gaming experience. Supreme colour accuracy, infinite contrast ratio, and Dolby Vision HDR certification enhance the vibrant and clear visuals.

Designed in Interstellar Indigo, the monitor debuts the AW30 design language, celebrating Alienware’s 30th anniversary. It includes a Creator Mode for content creators, offering flexibility in colour spaces and gamma settings.

Equipped with an enhanced AI algorithm and anti-burn-in graphite sheet, the Alienware 27 4K QD-OLED Monitor ensures long-lasting performance and visual quality. This new release sets a new standard in gaming technology, catering to tech enthusiasts, gamers, and developers alike.

Acer has launched the new Nitro Blaze 8 and Nitro Blaze 11 handheld gaming devices, designed to elevate mobile gaming experiences with cutting-edge performance and versatile features. The Nitro Blaze series boasts lightning-fast performance and responsiveness, powered by AMD Ryzen 7 8840HS processors, 16 GB of LPDDR5X memory, and up to 2 TB of storage. Their WQXGA touch panels (8.8-inch or 10.95-inch) featuring Radeon Super Resolution and AMD FidelityFX Super Resolution technology, ensure fluid image quality.

The dedicated Acer Game Space application simplifies managing and accessing popular games and applications on handheld gaming PCs. With its foldable design, the new Nitro Mobile Gaming Controller enhances the mobile gaming experience by enabling users to game anywhere and anytime. It supports fast charging to allow uninterrupted gaming sessions while powering mobile devices quickly.

Powered by AMD Ryzen 7 8840HS processors with Ryzen AI delivering up to 39 TOPS, the Nitro Blaze 8 and Nitro Blaze 11 handheld gaming devices meet high-performance requirements to support smooth AAA gaming. They feature up to 144 Hz WQXGA touch displays (8.8-inch or 10.95-inch) with 500 nits brightness, combined with AMD Radeon 780M graphics, Radeon Super Resolution, and AMD FidelityFX Super Resolution technology for rapid graphical upscaling and stunning, tear-free frames. With 16 GB of LPDDR5X RAM at 7500 MT/s and up to 2 TB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe storage, users can expect fast-paced action and minimal loading time on their handheld devices.

Managing and accessing the most in-demand games applications on their handhelds’ libraries are seamless thanks to the dedicated on-device hotkey leading straight to the Acer Game Space application. The devices easily adapt for playing, browsing, or working, featuring DTS:X Ultra Audio and Hall Effect triggers and sticks. The Nitro Blaze 11 also includes detachable controllers for solo and connected play and a sturdy built-in stand, plus a front camera for video calls and streaming.

Fast connectivity options supported on the Nitro Blaze devices include USB 4 (Type-C), USB 3.2 (Type-C), Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3. Additionally, users get three months of PC Game Pass. PC Game Pass is designed for PC players, including games on day one such as Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, Ara: History Untold, and titles from EA Play.

The Nitro Mobile Gaming Controller’s portable and foldable design is ideal for players who want to game as they go. The plug-and-play controller is compatible with Android and iOS devices, featuring an adjustable design that accommodates screens up to 8.3 inches. It connects to phones seamlessly via a USB Type-C port, and the included rubber pads provide secure grips, holding devices of various sizes, even with cases, while ensuring a comfortable feel during gameplay. Gaming sessions are kept uninterrupted with pass-through 18W fast-charging support to ensure extended, and worry-free gameplay.

The Acer Nitro Blaze 8 (GN782U) will be available in EMEA in Q2, starting at $999. The Acer Nitro Blaze 11 (GN7112U) will be available in EMEA in Q2, starting at $1,199. The Acer Nitro Mobile Gaming Controller will be available in EMEA in Q1, starting at $89.99.

Lenovo has announced the latest additions to its Lenovo Legion ecosystem of gaming devices, accessories, and software at CES 2025. The new lineup includes a range of devices designed to offer gamers of all levels powerful options to enhance their gaming experience. Among the new releases are the Lenovo Legion Go S (8″) and Lenovo Legion Go S (8″) – Powered by SteamOS, handheld gaming devices featuring an 8-inch screen with VRR support and TrueStrike controllers.

These are the world’s first officially licensed handhelds powered by SteamOS, providing a seamless transition between PC gaming and handheld experiences. Lenovo also introduced the Lenovo Legion Go (8.8″), a prototype handheld gaming device featuring a native landscape OLED display, increased RAM, and a larger battery. The prototype showcases Lenovo’s vision for future handheld gaming, emphasizing premium, immersive experiences.

The redesigned Lenovo Legion Pro 7i (16″), Legion Pro 5i (16″), and Legion Pro 5 (16″) laptops feature a new aggressive design, improved performance, and Lenovo PureSight OLED display options. These laptops are designed for competitive gamers seeking top-tier performance. Lenovo’s new Legion Space gaming software solution unifies all Lenovo Legion device settings, syncs with the entire Lenovo Legion ecosystem, and provides access to all games in one library. It includes AI-powered features to enhance gaming, streaming, and overall enjoyment.

“Lenovo’s vision for gaming has always been to deliver the most powerful and innovative technology, empowering gamers to play their way at their best. With groundbreaking devices like the Legion Go S, the world’s first officially licensed handheld powered by SteamOS™, and our redesigned Legion Pro laptops featuring stunning OLED displays, we’re redefining what gaming experiences can be,” said Jun Ouyang, Lenovo’s Senior Vice President and General Manager of the Consumer Segment, Intelligent Devices Group. “These innovations are designed with competitive gamers and gaming students in mind, providing the performance, adaptability, and versatility needed to excel both in the game and in academic fields like STEM. By combining cutting-edge hardware, gamer-focused AI-powered software, and new form factors, Lenovo Legion is empowering the next generation of gamers to push boundaries and achieve their goals.”

Additionally, Lenovo introduced the Legion Pro 34WD-10 monitor, a PureSight OLED display with gaming-specific features to give competitive gamers an edge. Lenovo also announced other new additions to its Legion and LOQ laptops and desktops, the latest Legion Tab, and a selection of Legion accessories to complement the gaming devices. Lenovo has also introduced its latest Legion Pro series, including the Legion Pro 7i (16″), Legion Pro 5i (16″), and Legion Pro 5 (16″), at CES 2025. These new models feature advanced thermal technologies and powerful processors to enhance gaming performance.

Lenovo Legion Pro 7i (16″)
The Legion Pro 7i (16″) is equipped with Legion Coldfront Vapor technology and hyperchamber, delivering up to 250W TDP. It also features Lenovo AI Engine+ with Scenario Detection in Performance and Balance Modes, dynamically adjusting CPU and GPU wattage for smoother framerates.

Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (16″)
The Legion Pro 5 series showcases a new aggressive design with massive vents for heat dissipation, utilizing the Coldfront Hyper thermal system with turbocharged fans and oversized 3D copper heat pipes. This system keeps the Intel Core Ultra processors and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU cool while maintaining low noise levels. The 16″ PureSight WQXGA 16:10 OLED display offers up to a 240Hz refresh rate, 500 nits brightness, and low latency response time for high-fidelity gaming visuals.

Lenovo Legion Pro 5i (16″)
The Legion Pro 7i (16″) features customisable per-key RGB on its TrueStrike keyboard, while the Pro 5i (16″) and Pro 5 (16″) offer 24-zone RGB customisation. These laptops are powered by NVIDIA Blackwell GeForce RTX 50 Series GPUs, which provide enhanced AI capabilities, DLSS 4 performance, and access to NVIDIA NIM microservices.

Lenovo Legion 7i (16″)
The Legion 7i (16″) is a thinner, lighter all-metal gaming laptop, designed for gamers in STEM programs. It features a 16″ WQXGA 16:10 PureSight OLED display with a 240Hz refresh rate and 100% DCI-P3 support, powered by Intel Core Ultra 9 HX processors and up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU. The Coldfront Hyper technology keeps the laptop cool and quiet, supporting up to 145W TDP.

Lenovo Legion 5i (15″) and Lenovo Legion 5 (15″)
The Legion 5 series is ideal for university gamers, offering a thin and light package with up to Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX processors for the 5i (15″) and AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 processors for the 5 (15″). Both models feature up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU and a 15.3″ WQXGA 165Hz PureSight display. The Legion Coldfront Hyper thermal technology ensures efficient cooling.

Lenovo Legion Tower 7i (34L) and Lenovo Legion Tower 5i/5 (30L)
The Legion Tower series provides powerful gaming performance with Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX desktop processors for the Tower 7i (34L) and Tower 5i (30L), and AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D processors for the Tower 5 (30L). They feature NVIDIA GeForce RTX 40-Series GPUs and customizable ARGB fans controlled through Legion Space.

Lenovo Legion Tab (8.8″)
The Legion Tab (8.8″) is a gaming tablet powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Mobile Platform, supporting ray tracing and up to 165 FPS. It features an 8.8″ 2.5K 165Hz PureSight touch display, 12GB of LPDDR5X, and 256GB UFS 4.0 storage. The tablet offers customizable settings in Legion Space for an optimised gaming experience.

Lenovo Legion Space
The redesigned Legion Space supports all Lenovo Legion and LOQ gaming devices, synchronizing device settings, game libraries, and RGB settings. It features AI-powered tools to help gamers improve their skills and streamline the social media and livestream editing process.

Lenovo has introduced a new suite of gaming devices, software, and accessories at CES 2025, designed to elevate the gaming experience for Lenovo Legion users.

The new Legion Space software offers a range of advanced features for gamers:

• Game Coach: Uses AI to track eye, keyboard, and mouse inputs, analyzing in-game performance to provide personalized improvement plans.
• Game Clip Master: Employs generative AI to edit streamed footage into customizable content for social media.
• Game Companion: An AI Avatar that reacts to gameplay, offering encouragement and advice.

These features provide Lenovo Legion gamers with enhanced control, customization, and performance improvements.

Lenovo Legion Pro 34WD-10 Gaming Monitor
The Lenovo Legion Pro 34WD-10 Gaming Monitor features a curved 34″ PureSight OLED display with an 800R curvature, 240Hz refresh rate, and 0.03ms response time for increased immersion. It offers a USB Type-C one cable solution, 2.5G RJ45 port, and AI technologies including an Anti-Burn-in algorithm and user detection. The monitor also supports Lenovo TrueSplit for multi-monitor setups and comes with customizable RGB lighting.

Lenovo Legion R34w-30 Monitor
The 34″ Lenovo Legion R34w-30 Monitor offers a 1500R curvature, 180Hz refresh rate, and 0.5ms MPRT for quick response times. It features 99% sRGB and 90% DCI-P3 colour gamut coverage, with HDMI 2.1 and DP 1.4 ports for seamless switching between video sources.

Lenovo LOQ Full Lineup
The Lenovo LOQ lineup includes affordable options for new gamers, with devices featuring Intel and AMD options, up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPUs, and both laptop and tower form factors. New this year is the 17″ LOQ laptop, the Lenovo LOQ 17IRX10, offering even more choice for gamers.

Lenovo has also introduced new accessories:

1. Lenovo Legion Sling Bag: Tailored for Lenovo Legion Go devices, with compartments for accessories and essentials.
2. Lenovo Legion Glasses 2: Updated wearable virtual screen glasses with improved color gamut and brightness.
3. Lenovo Legion Go S Screen Protector: High-transparency glass protector for the Lenovo Legion Go S (8″).
4. Lenovo Legion H410 Wireless Gaming Headset: Delivers immersive audio with 40mm drivers and dual connectivity options.

The new Lenovo Legion devices and accessories will be available starting in January 2025, with prices varying across different models and regions.