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Razer Blade 2017 UHD, Kaby Lake

Specifications

Razer Blade 2017 UHD, Kaby Lake
Razer Blade 2017 UHD, Kaby Lake (Blade Series)
Processor
Intel Core i7-7700HQ 4 x 2.8 - 3.8 GHz, Kaby Lake
Graphics adapter
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 Mobile - 6 GB VRAM, GDDR5
Memory
16 GB 
, DDR4 2400Mhz, Dual channel
Display
14.00 inch 16:9, 3840 x 2160 pixel 315 PPI, IPS, glossy: no
Mainboard
Intel HM175
Storage
up to 1TB SSD
Connections
2 USB 3.0 / 3.1 Gen1, 1 Thunderbolt, 1 HDMI, 1 Kensington Lock, Audio Connections: 3.5mm
Networking
Killer Wireless-n/a/ac 1535 Wireless Network Adapter (b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/ac = Wi-Fi 5/), Bluetooth 4.1
Size
height x width x depth (in mm): 17.9 x 345 x 235 ( = 0.7 x 13.58 x 9.25 in)
Battery
70 Wh Lithium-Ion
Operating System
Microsoft Windows 10 Home 64 Bit
Camera
Webcam: FHD 2.0MP
Additional features
Speakers: Stereo, Keyboard: Chiclet, Keyboard Light: yes
Weight
1.95 kg ( = 68.78 oz / 4.3 pounds) ( = 0 oz / 0 pounds)

 

Pricecompare

Average Score: 90% - very good
Average of 2 scores (from 5 reviews)

Reviews for the Razer Blade 2017 UHD, Kaby Lake

90% Razer Blade Review: a colorful, ultraportable gaming beast
Source: Slashgear English Archive.org version
The Razer Blade is an impressive machine. If a gaming desktop is out of the question and a huge gaming laptop sounds like an unpleasant burden, look no further than Razer’s colorful and slim alternative. The addition of a 4K UHD display, latest Intel processor, and increased memory make for a solid update over past models. The laptop’s ultraportable size is truly impressive, but its loud fans mean many people won’t want to use it in public.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/24/2018
Rating: Total score: 90%
Razer Blade Review: 4K, VR-Ready Gaming Laptop May be Better Than The MacBook Pro
Source: iTech Post English Archive.org version
Razer is known for making innovative yet expensive gaming laptops. The company has successfully carved its niche in the gaming industry with its consistently impressive products that cater to every whim of many a serious gamer. The 2017 Razer Blade is no different. Razer packed some serious features and capabilities into one beautifully designed hardware and came up with a gaming laptop that only the MacBook Pro can rival.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 04/13/2017

Foreign Reviews

Razer Blade 4K
Source: Golem German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 01/25/2018
90% Razer Blade (2017) incelemesi
Source: Log.com.tr TR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/24/2017
Rating: Total score: 90%
i7-7700HQ 配搭 GTX 1060 獨顯 The New Razer Blade 電競筆電
Source: PC Online.com.cn zh-CN→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Good hardware; decent ergonomy; good connectivity; long battery life. Negative: Poor display; noisy under loads; relatively high price.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 04/25/2017

Comment

NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 Mobile: The mobile GTX 1060 is based on the GP106 chip and offer 1280 shaders. Compared to the identically named desktop version it features a slightly lower clock rate. Games in Full HD and maximum details should run fluently on the card.

With these GPUs you are able to play modern and demanding games fluently at medium detail settings and HD resolution.

» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.


i7-7700HQ: Quad-core notebook processor based on the Kaby Lake architecture. Besides four CPU cores (including Hyper Threading), the chips also integrates the HD Graphics 630 GPU and is manufactured in an improved 14 nm process.» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.


14.00":

There are hardly any tablets in this display size range anymore. For subnotebooks, on the other hand, it is the standard format.

The advantage of subnotebooks is that the entire laptop can be small and therefore easily portable. The smaller display also has the advantage of requiring less power, which further improves battery life and thus mobility. The disadvantage is that reading texts is more strenuous on the eyes. High resolutions are more likely to be found in standard laptops.

» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.


Razer: Razer USA Ltd. is a US hardware manufacturer founded in 1998. The focus is on gaming devices as well as accessories, traditionally computer mice and mouse pads. The products are often named after mythical creatures or animals. However, Razer laptops are also offered under the series name "Blade". Razer has also released a VOIP software called Razer Comms.


90%: There are not very many models that are rated better. Most of the assessments are in percentage ranges below that. The tested product is not considered perfect, but the sources give a clear purchase recommendation.


» Further information can be found in our Notebook Purchase Guide.

 

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Stefan Hinum (Update: 2017-05- 7)