{"id":107453,"date":"2020-01-16T15:05:53","date_gmt":"2020-01-16T15:05:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/news.microsoft.com\/?p=435909"},"modified":"2020-01-16T15:05:53","modified_gmt":"2020-01-16T15:05:53","slug":"pc-gamers-catch-up-on-new-laptops-monitors-and-more-announced-at-ces-2020","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sickgaming.net\/blog\/2020\/01\/16\/pc-gamers-catch-up-on-new-laptops-monitors-and-more-announced-at-ces-2020\/","title":{"rendered":"PC gamers: Catch up on new laptops, monitors and more announced at CES 2020"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><!-- .entry-social --> <\/p>\n<div class=\"entry-main entry-main--post entry-main--post-no-sidebar\">\n<p>This year\u2019s Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas kicked off 2020 with a look at what\u2019s in store for a variety of players this year, with exciting innovations for PC gaming and Microsoft\u2019s device partners announcing some of the best upcoming hardware and software in the industry.<\/p>\n<p>From the thinnest<br \/>\nand lightest gaming laptops yet, to immersive monitors giving players a deeper,<br \/>\nmore robust experience, in addition to new gaming desktops and graphics cards, there\u2019s<br \/>\nplenty for PC gamers to be excited for in the year ahead.<\/p>\n<p>To catch you<br \/>\nup on all the news from last week, we\u2019ve wrapped up all the CES 2020<br \/>\nannouncements from <a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.windows.com\/windowsexperience\/2020\/01\/05\/ces-2020-acer-unveils-slimmed-down-convertible-notebooks-expands-creator-pc-line-and-goes-big-with-new-predator-gaming-monitors\/\">Acer<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.windows.com\/windowsexperience\/2020\/01\/06\/ces-2020-asus-refreshes-vivobook-and-vivobook-s-series-introduces-the-dual-screen-zenbook-duo-and-esports-ready-strix-desktops-and-details-on-latest-expertbook-b9\/\">Asus<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.windows.com\/windowsexperience\/2020\/01\/06\/ces-2020-dell-introduces-sleek-affordable-laptop-for-gamers\/\">Dell<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.windows.com\/windowsexperience\/2020\/01\/05\/ces-2020-lenovo-powers-up-new-gaming-devices-monitors\/\">Lenovo<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.windows.com\/windowsexperience\/2020\/01\/06\/ces-2020-ibuypower-shows-off-expansion-of-its-element-case-line-and-next-generation-of-revolt-series\/\">iBuyPower<\/a> below.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Acer<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Acer<br \/>\nintroduced <a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.windows.com\/windowsexperience\/2020\/01\/05\/ces-2020-acer-unveils-slimmed-down-convertible-notebooks-expands-creator-pc-line-and-goes-big-with-new-predator-gaming-monitors\/\">new Predator monitors<\/a> offering gamers a more immersive and<br \/>\nexpansive view of their play.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sickgaming.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/pc-gamers-catch-up-on-new-laptops-monitors-and-more-announced-at-ces-2020.jpg\" alt=\"Predator X32\" class=\"wp-image-131125\"><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>The&nbsp;<strong>Predator CG552K<\/strong>&nbsp;features a huge<br \/>\n55-inch 4K OLED panel that\u2019s Adaptive Sync and HDMI VRR (Variable Refresh Rate)<br \/>\ncompatible, making it ideal for hardcore PC and console gamers wanting a higher<br \/>\nvantage point. The 37.5-inch&nbsp;monitor increases gaming immersion with a<br \/>\n2300R curved UWQHD+ panel and Vesa DisplayHDR 400 certification that makes<br \/>\ncolors pop. <\/li>\n<li>The 32-inch&nbsp;<strong>Predator X32<\/strong>&nbsp;gaming<br \/>\nmonitor reproduces brilliant visuals with Nvidia G-Sync Ultimate, Vesa Display<br \/>\nHDR 1400 certification and 89.5% Rec. 2020, perfect for gamers who also create<br \/>\ntheir own videos.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Asus<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Asus<br \/>\nreleased new <a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.windows.com\/windowsexperience\/2020\/01\/06\/ces-2020-asus-refreshes-vivobook-and-vivobook-s-series-introduces-the-dual-screen-zenbook-duo-and-esports-ready-strix-desktops-and-details-on-latest-expertbook-b9\/\">Strix gaming desktops<\/a>, the <a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.windows.com\/windowsexperience\/2020\/01\/06\/ces-2020-asus-unveils-zephyrus-g14-and-ryzen-powered-tuf-gaming-laptops\/\">Zephyrus G14 laptop and TUF laptops<\/a> presenting device options for every<br \/>\ntype of gamer. <\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sickgaming.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/pc-gamers-catch-up-on-new-laptops-monitors-and-more-announced-at-ces-2020-1.jpg\" alt=\"ROG Strix GA35\" class=\"wp-image-131117\"><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>Asus Republic of Gamers (ROG) debuted a<br \/>\nhandful of new Strix models:&nbsp;<strong>Strix<br \/>\nGA35<\/strong>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<strong>GT35<\/strong>&nbsp;gaming<br \/>\ndesktops to get players tournament-ready for competitive esports. They\u2019re<br \/>\nengineered to sustain smooth gameplay under serious pressure and offer the<br \/>\nflexibility to do everything from producing top-quality streams to developing<br \/>\ngames. In addition to those new gaming devices, Asus ROG also announced<br \/>\nnew&nbsp;<strong>Strix GA15<\/strong>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<strong>GT15<\/strong>&nbsp;gaming<br \/>\ndesktops that focus on gaming fundamentals for competitive esports players on a<br \/>\nbudget. Lean and lightweight, these leverage powerful, latest generation<br \/>\nprocessors to capably handle hardcore gaming, streaming and multitasking. These<br \/>\nuse the latest 3rd Generation AMD Ryzen CPUs and upcoming 10th Generation Intel<br \/>\nCore processors.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sickgaming.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/pc-gamers-catch-up-on-new-laptops-monitors-and-more-announced-at-ces-2020-2.jpg\" alt=\"Zephyrus G14 \" class=\"wp-image-131122\"><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>The&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.windows.com\/windowsexperience\/2020\/01\/06\/ces-2020-asus-unveils-zephyrus-g14-and-ryzen-powered-tuf-gaming-laptops\/\">Zephyrus G14&nbsp;<\/a>brings premium innovations to a wider audience with<br \/>\nan ultra-slim form factor at just 17.9mm thin and 1.6kg, all without<br \/>\ncompromising performance. The Zephyrus G14 gaming notebook features RTX<br \/>\ngraphics for high frame rates when playing popular games, and also lets gamers<br \/>\nchoose between high refresh or high resolution for their display; the choice of<br \/>\n120Hz refresh rate or WQHD resolution panels allows users to optimize for<br \/>\ngaming or creating content. G14 has an optional AniMe Matrix display that<br \/>\ndeepens personalization, enabling users to show custom graphics, animations and<br \/>\nother effects across more than a thousand mini LEDs embedded in the lid.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sickgaming.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/pc-gamers-catch-up-on-new-laptops-monitors-and-more-announced-at-ces-2020-3.jpg\" alt=\"TUF Gaming A15 and F15\" class=\"wp-image-131118\"><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>The 15-inch&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.windows.com\/windowsexperience\/2020\/01\/06\/ces-2020-asus-unveils-zephyrus-g14-and-ryzen-powered-tuf-gaming-laptops\/\">TUF Gaming<br \/>\nA15&nbsp;and&nbsp;F15<\/a>, along<br \/>\nwith their 17-inch&nbsp;<strong>A17<\/strong>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<strong>F17<\/strong>&nbsp;siblings,<br \/>\ndeliver an unprecedented experience for the price. Key to the experience is<br \/>\npotent processing power, thanks to a choice between 4th Gen AMD Ryzen Mobile<br \/>\nCPUs and upcoming 10th Gen Intel Core processors. Nvidia Turing-based GPUs up<br \/>\nto the GeForce RTX 2060 feed frames into fast displays that refresh at up to<br \/>\n144Hz and use AMD FreeSync technology to ensure smoother, tear-free gaming<br \/>\nacross a wide range of titles.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Dell<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Dell announced<br \/>\nthe new <a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.windows.com\/windowsexperience\/2020\/01\/02\/ces-2020-dell-introduces-a-smaller-thinner-xps-13-and-a-new-alienware-gaming-monitor\/\">Alienware gaming monitor<\/a> and a redesigned <a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.windows.com\/windowsexperience\/2020\/01\/06\/ces-2020-dell-introduces-sleek-affordable-laptop-for-gamers\/\">Dell G5 15 SE laptop<\/a> with new features and enhanced<br \/>\nperformance.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sickgaming.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/pc-gamers-catch-up-on-new-laptops-monitors-and-more-announced-at-ces-2020-4.jpg\" alt=\"Alienware 25 Gaming Monitor\" class=\"wp-image-131120\"><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>Built<br \/>\nfor speed with a 99% sRGB color coverage, the new&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.windows.com\/windowsexperience\/2020\/01\/02\/ces-2020-dell-introduces-a-smaller-thinner-xps-13-and-a-new-alienware-gaming-monitor\/\">Alienware<br \/>\n25 Gaming Monitor&nbsp;<\/a>features<br \/>\nfast IPS technology that offers rich colors, a 240Hz refresh rate and a 1<br \/>\nmillisecond response time, all in native FHD resolution. It also has AMD Radeon<br \/>\nFreeSync and is G-Sync compatible.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sickgaming.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/pc-gamers-catch-up-on-new-laptops-monitors-and-more-announced-at-ces-2020-5.jpg\" alt=\"Dell G5 15 SE (Special Edition)\" class=\"wp-image-131121\"><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>The<br \/>\nnewly redesigned&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.windows.com\/windowsexperience\/2020\/01\/06\/ces-2020-dell-introduces-sleek-affordable-laptop-for-gamers\/\">Dell<br \/>\nG5 15 SE (Special Edition)<\/a><br \/>\nis the first Dell G Series laptop to feature 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen 4000 H-Series<br \/>\nMobile Processors (up to 8 cores and 16 threads) paired with the latest AMD<br \/>\nRadeon RX 5000M Series graphics. The two chips work seamlessly together using<br \/>\nAMD SmartShift technology to optimize performance by automatically shifting<br \/>\npower as needed between the Ryzen processor and Radeon graphics, giving gamers<br \/>\nprecisely what they want at each moment of play.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Lenovo<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Lenovo<br \/>\nreleased a number of new <a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.windows.com\/windowsexperience\/2020\/01\/05\/ces-2020-lenovo-powers-up-new-gaming-devices-monitors\/\">performance monitors and laptops<\/a>, giving gamers a variety of devices<br \/>\nto choose how they want to enhance their battle experience. <\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sickgaming.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/pc-gamers-catch-up-on-new-laptops-monitors-and-more-announced-at-ces-2020-6.jpg\" alt=\"Lenovo Q27h Monitor\" class=\"wp-image-131116\"><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>With<br \/>\nthe new premium&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.windows.com\/windowsexperience\/2020\/01\/03\/ces-2020-lenovo-releases-details-on-creator-series-gaming-devices-and-nec-partnership\/\">Lenovo<br \/>\nQ27h Monitor<\/a>,<br \/>\nusers can&nbsp;seamlessly switch between entertainment and their latest<br \/>\ncreative project. Its 27-inch QHD (2560 x 1440) provides IPS high-resolution<br \/>\n\u200band 350 nits of brightness. The four-sided near-edgeless bezel brings a<br \/>\nnoticeably wider viewing experience when playing the hottest gaming titles in<br \/>\nyour spare time with super-fast 4ms response time, and a smooth 75Hz refresh<br \/>\nrate to reduce motion blur in the game. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sickgaming.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/pc-gamers-catch-up-on-new-laptops-monitors-and-more-announced-at-ces-2020-7.jpg\" alt=\"Lenovo Legion Y740S\" class=\"wp-image-131115\"><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>The&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.windows.com\/windowsexperience\/2020\/01\/05\/ces-2020-lenovo-powers-up-new-gaming-devices-monitors\/\">Lenovo Legion<br \/>\nY740S&nbsp;<\/a>is Lenovo\u2019s thinnest and lightest gaming<br \/>\nlaptop yet with up to eight hours of battery life. It\u2019s got up to 10th Gen<br \/>\nIntel Core i9 processors (coming soon) reaching more than 5 GHz and Q-Control,<br \/>\nwith which users can shift gears with a simple press of their Fn+Q keys. Jump<br \/>\ninto Performance Mode for higher frame rates, down-shift into Quiet Mode for<br \/>\nbetter battery life to watch a movie or stay the course in Balance Mode for<br \/>\nday-to-day usage. Made with long-term gaming usage in mind, enjoy the new<br \/>\ntactile feel of the Lenovo Legion keyboards, featuring quick response time with<br \/>\n100% anti-ghosting, improved ergonomic key size and responsive switches<br \/>\ndesigned for smoother typing and gameplay. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sickgaming.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/pc-gamers-catch-up-on-new-laptops-monitors-and-more-announced-at-ces-2020-8.jpg\" alt=\"Lenovo Legion Y25-25 Gaming Monitor \" class=\"wp-image-131114\"><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>Stay focused on the game with the<br \/>\nnew&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.windows.com\/windowsexperience\/2020\/01\/05\/ces-2020-lenovo-powers-up-new-gaming-devices-monitors\/\">Lenovo Legion Y25-25<br \/>\nGaming Monitor&nbsp;<\/a>with a 24.5-inch,<br \/>\nFull HD IPS panel display built into the near-edgeless chassis. Crank up refresh<br \/>\nrates all the way to 240Hz\u2014more FPS means that more data flows between the GPU<br \/>\nand monitor, helping to eliminate tearing in most multiplayer games. It comes<br \/>\nwith anti-glare panel and up to 400 nits of brightness and is<br \/>\nT\u00dcV&nbsp;Rheinland&nbsp;Eye Comfort Certified to reduce eye strain. Curved<br \/>\nmonitors&nbsp;make&nbsp;gaming&nbsp;more immersive and comfortable, as the<br \/>\ncurve simulates a more natural viewing experience for your eyes, neck and<br \/>\nhead\u2014allowing the gamer to see all the action at once.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sickgaming.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/pc-gamers-catch-up-on-new-laptops-monitors-and-more-announced-at-ces-2020-9.jpg\" alt=\"Lenovo G32qc Gaming Monitor\" class=\"wp-image-131113\"><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>The new 31.5-inch&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.windows.com\/windowsexperience\/2020\/01\/05\/ces-2020-lenovo-powers-up-new-gaming-devices-monitors\/\">Lenovo G32qc Gaming Monitor<\/a> has near-edgeless bezel QHD (2560 x 1440) screen resolution for clear visuals and superior picture quality. Catch every player movement with its wide viewing angle, high-screen brightness and excellent contrast ratio. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sickgaming.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/pc-gamers-catch-up-on-new-laptops-monitors-and-more-announced-at-ces-2020-10.jpg\" alt=\"Lenovo G27c Gaming Monitor\" class=\"wp-image-131112\"><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>Or, choose the heavy-duty yet compact 27-inch Full HD (1920 x 1080) resolution display on the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.windows.com\/windowsexperience\/2020\/01\/05\/ces-2020-lenovo-powers-up-new-gaming-devices-monitors\/\">Lenovo G27c Gaming Monitor<\/a> \u2014 both monitors have a curvature of 1500R for complete game immersion. The latter is engineered to deliver virtually tear-free and stutter-free gameplay and is capable of an amazingly high refresh rate of up to 165Hz, helping to rid gaming distractions such as choppy images, streaks and motion blur.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.windows.com\/windowsexperience\/2020\/01\/06\/ces-2020-ibuypower-shows-off-expansion-of-its-element-case-line-and-next-generation-of-revolt-series\/\"><strong>iBuyPower<\/strong><\/a><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;iBuyPower<br \/>\nshowed off an expansion of its Element Case line and next gen Revolt Series. <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>For a different take on the traditional<br \/>\nPC layout, the <strong>Element Dual<\/strong>&nbsp;features a binary chamber design. With<br \/>\nthe PSU mounted vertically on the bottom right side of the case and hidden<br \/>\nbehind the motherboard tray, users will be left with an open aesthetic on the<br \/>\nleft side and substantial space for maximum component compatibility. The <strong>Element<br \/>\nCL<\/strong> case is pre-built systems is designed with an&nbsp;integrated&nbsp;front<br \/>\npanel distribution plate&nbsp;for easier bends and less complicated routing. <\/li>\n<li><strong>The&nbsp;Revolt GT3<\/strong>&nbsp;will take on a new aesthetic compared to the<br \/>\nasymmetrical design of its predecessors, housing small form factor systems and<br \/>\nproviding support for ITX motherboards and SFX power supplies up to 750W.<br \/>\nSystems constructed in it will be mounted to and suspended inside an outer<br \/>\nframe by flexible rubber supports designed to add both cushion from shock and<br \/>\nvibration damping.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These are just some of the new products that are bringing<br \/>\npowerful experiences to Windows 10 gamers in 2020. Check back on <a href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/\">Xbox Wire<\/a> or the<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.windows.com\/windowsexperience\/2020\/01\/06\/ces-2020-asus-unveils-zephyrus-g14-and-ryzen-powered-tuf-gaming-laptops\/\">Windows Experience<br \/>\nblog<\/a> to keep up with the latest PC gaming<br \/>\nproduct releases and news. <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p><!-- .main-content --> <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This year\u2019s Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas kicked off 2020 with a look at what\u2019s in store for a variety of players this year, with exciting innovations for PC gaming and Microsoft\u2019s device partners announcing some of the best upcoming hardware and software in the industry. 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