Razer
Razer Blade 17 (2022)
The Razer Blade 17 (2022) lands as a entry-level laptop, built around 3 in.
34/100
3 inCore i9 12900HRTX 3080 Ti32 GB1000 GBDDR5
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Why we rate it
- Upgradeable storage
- Above-average cpu max clock
- Above-average ram
- Below-average refresh rate
Score profile
Scored against the laptops classWhere the Razer Blade 17 (2022) wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Display
Screen size3 "
Refresh rate144 Hz
Design and build
Weight2.75 kg
Performance
CPUCore i9 12900H
CPU cores14
CPU max clock5 GHz
GPURTX 3080 Ti
Memory and storage
RAM32 GB
RAM typeDDR5
RAM speed4800 MHz
Max RAM64 GB
Storage1000 GB
Upgradeable storageYes
Software
Operating systemWindows 11
Release
Announced2022
Head to head
Highlighted cell = better in that rowRazer Blade 17 (2022) vs HP HP OmniBook X Flip 14
Razer Blade 17 (2022)HP OmniBook X Flip 14
| RazerRazer Blade 17 (2022)This page | HPHP OmniBook X Flip 14 | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 34 /100 | 42 /100Better |
| Size | 3 " | 14 " |
| Weight | 2.75 kg | 1.38 kgBetter |
| RAM | 32 GBBetter | 16 GB |
| Storage | 1000 GB | 1000 GB |
| CPU | Core i9 12900H | Intel Core Ultra Processor |
| GPU | RTX 3080 Ti | — |
Who it's for
Is the Razer Blade 17 (2022) right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable laptop for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need top-end performance and battery, in which case a higher-tier laptop is the better call.
Power user
Heavy multitasking, creative work or gaming on the go.
okay
Everyday user
Browsing, docs, calls and media.
good
Budget buyer
Wants a dependable machine for the basics.
okay
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the Razer Blade 17 (2022) worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 34/100 against other laptops, a entry-level result where the class average is around 45.
What stands out on the Razer Blade 17 (2022)?
Its upgradeable storage stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the HP Chromebook 14?
The HP Chromebook 14 scores 35/100 versus this one at 34/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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