Razer announces an updated 2026 Blade 18 gaming laptop featuring Intel’s Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus processor. Multiple outlets report the device is available starting at $3,999.99 on Razer’s website, with the starting configuration including an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Ti. The updated price is described as a $500 increase over the previous 2025 model. Higher-end configurations are also available, including options that can be configured with up to an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090.
The updated model also includes a dual-mode display, with a reported maximum refresh rate of 440Hz and a 240Hz 4K mode. One source notes the display is part of the Blade 18’s updated specification alongside the new processor and GPU options.
Engadget additionally highlights that the most fully specced version can reach around $7,000, reflecting the higher-cost configurations enabled by the updated hardware. Overall, the updates center on the new Intel chip, expanded GPU choices, display refresh-rate options, and higher base pricing.
