CES 2025 delivered an exciting showcase of cutting-edge consumer technology, unveiling innovations that promise to redefine the tech landscape. Held annually in Las Vegas, CES brings together the biggest names in the industry to reveal their latest creations, offering a glimpse into the future of tech. From groundbreaking GPUs to revolutionary handhelds and immersive entertainment experiences, here’s a rundown of the most notable announcements from this year’s event.
Nvidia RTX 5000 Series: Next-Level Graphics Power
Nvidia introduced its new RTX 5000 Blackwell GPUs, boasting improved performance, faster memory, and advanced AI-driven features like DLSS 4. The lineup includes:
- RTX 5090 ($1999) – Available January 30, 2025
- RTX 5080 ($999) – Available January 30, 2025
- RTX 5070 Ti ($749) – Coming February 2025
- RTX 5070 ($549) – Coming February 2025
The RTX 5000 series offers features like GDDR7 memory, a dual-slot cooler design, and tech enhancements like Reflex 2 for reduced lag. Nvidia claims the RTX 5070 matches the RTX 4090 in select games thanks to DLSS 4’s advanced AI frame generation. Additional tools, including RTX Neural Shaders and RTX Mega Geometry, aim to streamline game development.
AMD RX 9070 Series: Midrange GPU Competition
AMD countered with its RX 9070 GPUs, designed to rival Nvidia’s 5070 lineup. Available in two variants, RX 9070 XT and RX 9070, these cards introduce the AI-enhanced FSR 4 upscaler, exclusive to this series.
Pricing and release dates remain unannounced, leaving fans eagerly awaiting further details.
Lenovo Legion Go S: SteamOS Handheld Debut
Lenovo revealed the Legion Go S, the first handheld officially running SteamOS, the operating system powering the Steam Deck. Key specs include AMD Ryzen Z2 chips, an 8-inch 1200p display, and up to 32GB RAM. Pricing starts at $499 for the SteamOS version, with availability in May 2025. Windows 11 configurations are also available at higher price points.
Acer Nitro Blaze 11: A Massive Gaming Handheld
The Acer Nitro Blaze 11 stands out with its 11-inch 2560×1600 IPS display and AMD Ryzen 7 8840HS chip. This oversized handheld supports up to 16GB LPDDR5X RAM and 2TB storage, with prices starting at $1199. Shipping begins in Q2 2025.
Razer Project Arielle: Temperature-Controlled Gaming Chair
Razer’s latest concept, Project Arielle, is a gaming chair with built-in heating and cooling capabilities, adjustable via a touch panel. It also features RGB lighting, blending comfort and aesthetics. While innovative, the concept lacks a confirmed release date.
ASUS ROG Swift PG27UCDM: Cutting-Edge Gaming Monitor
ASUS unveiled the ROG Swift OLED PG27UCDM, a 27-inch 4K QD-OLED gaming monitor with a 240Hz refresh rate, HDR10 support, and rapid 0.03ms response time. With multiple connectivity options and a warranty for OLED burn-in, this monitor sets a new benchmark for gaming displays.
LG G5 and M5 OLED TVs: Wireless Innovation and Brightness Boost
LG’s new G5 and M5 OLED TVs feature brighter “four-stack” OLED panels and wireless streaming via the Zero Connect Box, offering a clean, cable-free setup. The M5 supports 4K at 144Hz with VRR, catering to gamers and cinephiles alike.
Sony’s Immersive Entertainment: The Last of Us Experience
Sony showcased its Future Immersive Entertainment Concept, a room outfitted with LED panels, haptics, audio, and even scent systems. A demo based on The Last of Us provided a fully interactive, sensory gaming experience, hinting at the future of immersive entertainment.
PlayStation Video Game Movies Expand
Sony also announced adaptations of popular PlayStation titles, including movies for Helldivers 2 and Horizon Zero Dawn, along with a Ghost of Tsushima anime set to debut on Crunchyroll in 2027.
Nintendo Switch 2 Rumors Resurface
A mockup of the unannounced Nintendo Switch 2 appeared at CES, reportedly based on insider details. Gaming accessories maker Genki displayed the model, fueling speculation about Nintendo’s next-gen console.
CES 2025 has once again highlighted the tech industry’s relentless innovation, giving us plenty to anticipate in the coming year.
