Maingear launches the Super 16 gaming laptop with Core Ultra 9 275HX, RTX 5070 Ti, and 300Hz display
IFA 2025Announced at IFA 2025, Maingear is expanding its gaming laptop lineup, adding to the already competitive 16-inch market. The high-performance Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX processor powers the new Super 16. With the Nvidia RTX 5070 Ti GPU, its 1600p display supports a maximum 300Hz refresh rate to entice competitive gamers.
The Super 16 is now available with 32GB DDR5 memory and a 2TB SSD for $2,399. However, like most Maingear PCs, buyers can customize the laptop with up to 96GB of RAM and additional storage.
While marketed as a gaming laptop, the Super 16 wouldn’t look out of place in classrooms or offices. Still, owners will find a backlit keyboard with four-zone RGB effects and a rear-mounted light bar. Maingear managed to keep its chassis relatively thin, preserving the portability of the 16-inch form factor.
An Esports focus for the Maingear Super 16
Rather than opting for a 4K OLED screen, the latest Maingear notebook ships with a 2500x1600 display. However, its brightness is more than adequate at 500 nits, with an emphasis on responsive gameplay. In addition to a 300Hz mode, G-Sync is supported to mitigate any screen tearing.
The choice of the RTX 5070 Ti should allow the Super 16 to realize high frame rates in many games. With the Blackwell GPU comes DLSS 4 and multi-frame generation offered by shooters like Borderlands 4.
Buyers concerned about multi-core performance may see the Core Ultra 9 275HX as an attractive option. The Intel CPU is reasonably power-efficient while handling intensive productivity and editing tasks. Maingear has installed a vapor cooling chamber with rear exhaust to deal with excess heat.
Connectivity on the Super 16 also seems generous, featuring a pair of Thunderbolt 4/USB-C ports, two USB-A 3.2 Gen 2 ports, and a microSD card reader. Maingear combines WiFi 7 with 2.5GB Ethernet to accommodate mobile and at-home scenarios. The 16-inch gaming laptop employs Killer DoubleShot Pro to utilize both connections simultaneously.
At $2399, the Maingear Super 16 might struggle to convince buyers to downgrade from an RTX 5080 machine. Nevertheless, it offers generous upgradability and caters to buyers prioritizing gaming or productivity.
Do note that Maingear, like Eluktronics, Schenker/XMG and quite a few other brands, does not design/produce its laptops on its own, purchasing mostly complete systems from OEMs like Clevo and Tongfang instead.
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Press release via Maingear PR, Maingear Super 16 product page
MAINGEAR Debuts Super 16 – A 16" RTX 5070 Ti Gaming Laptop Built for High
FPS, Killer Connectivity and Effortless Content Creation
Packing an RTX 5070 Ti, 300Hz 1600p G-SYNC display, 2.5Gb Ethernet and Wi-Fi 7 with Killer DoubleShot
Pro, this high-performance laptop packs winning performance while remaining easy to carry
WARREN, New Jersey – September 4, 2025 – Just in time for back-to-school season, MAINGEAR, the
leader in premium-quality, high-performance gaming PCs, today announced the Super 16, a new 16-inch
performance gaming laptop co-developed with CLEVO. Designed for players who want a do-it-all rig with
serious specs, high-frame-rate gaming capabilities, and an accessible price point, Super 16 delivers it all
in a portable form factor without compromising MAINGEAR-level performance.
“Super 16 delivers the performance and quality MAINGEAR is known for, now in a more accessible and
portable form,” said Wallace Santos, CEO of MAINGEAR. “Despite its thin chassis, it's packed with
high-performance specs, delivering a fantastic gaming and entertainment experience in today's most
popular gaming laptop size.”
Game-Ready GPU with DLSS 4, Reflex 2, and Intelligent Performance Switching
Powered by the Intel Core Ultra 9 (275HX) processor and packing NVIDIA’s new GeForce RTX 5070 Ti
Mobile (140W) with Max-Q technology, the Super 16 is DLSS 4 ready with Multi-frame Generation for
massive framerate boosts, supports Reflex 2 for ultra-responsive competitive play, and includes the
latest NVENC/NVDEC hardware encoders for efficient streaming and video creation. Compared to the
standard RTX 5070 Mobile, the 5070 Ti delivers up to 23% faster performance. For power flexibility, users
can toggle between discrete GPU mode for maximum gaming power or hybrid mode to extend battery
life.
Extreme Frame Rate Display with G-SYNC Fluidity
Super 16 features a stunning 16.0-inch 2560×1600 panel designed to keep up with competitive esports
and creative workflows. With a 300Hz refresh rate, NVIDIA G-SYNC support, and response time
under-8ms, it delivers ultra-smooth motion and tear-free visuals. For creators and gamers alike, the
display shines with 500 nits brightness and 100% sRGB color accuracy.
RGB Flair, Inside and Out
Equipped with an RGB backlit gaming keyboard, the Super 16 delivers vibrant, customizable lighting
across the keys with smooth, uniform illumination that enhances visibility in any environment. At the
rear, an integrated RGB light bar projects ambient lighting outward from the chassis, casting a soft,
dynamic glow that transforms any desk into a true gaming battle station. Whether you’re playing late
into the night or dialing in your aesthetic, the Super 16’s lighting is designed to elevate your setup
without distractions.
Wi-Fi 7 and Killer DoubleShot Pro: Prioritizing Greater Network QoE
Super 16 is one of the first laptops to combine Intel® Killer™ Wi-Fi 7 with a blazing-fast 2.5 Gbps
Ethernet port, using Killer DoubleShot Pro for unmatched network quality of experience for gamers and
streamers. With Wi-Fi 7’s multi-link operation and ultra-low latency, plus dynamic traffic prioritization
from Killer, this setup ensures your stream stays smooth, your matches stay lag-free, and your large
uploads or downloads never slow you down, even in a crowded LAN party or tournament.
Powerful Features, Slim Footprint
The Super 16 packs even more into its sleek metal chassis: including a 5MP Windows Hello IR webcam
with wake-on-approach and privacy shutter, stereo downward-firing speakers powered by Creative
Sound Blaster Studio Pro 2 for bigger sound, support for up to 96GB of DDR5 RAM, and up to 3 SSDs (1x
Gen 5 + 2x Gen 4). A full suite of integrated ports, including dual Thunderbolt™ 4/USB-C, USB-A, HDMI,
and an audio/headset jack, ensures convenient adapter-free connectivity at your desk or on the road. It
also features a microSD card slot for convenient, adapter-free transfers, as well as an integrated
Kensington lock slot for added security.
Super 16 Key Specifications
● CPU: Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 275HX (24 Cores, 24 Threads, 5.4GHz Max. Turbo Boost) (10-150W)
● GPU: NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5070 Ti Mobile (140W, Max-Q)
● Display: 16.0" 2560×1600 (1600p), 300Hz, G-SYNC, <8ms, 500 nits, 100% sRGB
● Memory: Up to 96GB DDR5 (2×48GB @ 4800MT/s)
● Storage: Up to 3× M.2 SSDs (1× Gen5 + 2× Gen4)
● Cooling: Vapor Chamber with rear exhaust (195W thermal capacity)
● Networking: Intel® Killer™ Wi-Fi 7 + 2.5Gb LAN with Killer DoubleShot Pro
● Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.4
● Camera: 5MP IR Windows Hello with privacy shutter and wake-on-approach
● RGB Lighting: 4-zone RGB keyboard + rear-facing RGB light bar
● Audio: Stereo downward-firing speakers powered by Creative Sound Blaster Studio Pro 2
● Battery: 80Wh + 230W AC adapter with 100W USB-C PD-in
● Ports: 2× Thunderbolt 4/USB-C, 2× USB-A 3.2 Gen 2, HDMI, Audio Combo, DC In, microSD card
reader
Every Super 16 is built with MAINGEAR’s renowned quality, meticulous component selection, and
award-winning lifetime support. Available today, and starting at $2,399, the base Super 16 is well
equipped with 32GB of SODIMM DDR5, a 2TB Samsung 990 Pro SSD, and Windows 11 Home, and can be
custom ordered with more memory, a larger SSD, additional SSDs, and more.
To learn more or configure your Super 16, visit: maingear.com/super16
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