Razer has resumed selling some of its Blade laptops in the U.S. after an unexpected pause that left customers shocked by what was going on. For about a week, Razer’s U.S. store quietly removed its Blade lineup from direct sales. This also includes the highly anticipated 2025 Blade 16. This move led to speculation about customs delays and tariff-related issues, especially after reports surfaced of Blade 16 pre orders being held in the U.S. Customs. Despite the buzz, Razer remained silent on the situation, offering no public explanation.
Now, the Blade 16 is back but only partially. U.S. shoppers can once again purchase the 2025 Blade 16, but only in the configuration that comes with NVIDIA’s RTX 5080 GPU. Other versions, including the more budget-friendly RTX 5070 Ti and the top-tier RTX 5090, are listed as unavailable, with “notify me” buttons hinting at future restocks. Oddly, Razer is only offering the most premium version of the 5090 model featuring 64GB of RAM and a massive 4TB SSD for $4,899.99. The more modest review unit that included 32GB of RAM and 1TB of storage is currently nowhere to be found on the U.S. site.
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While the U.S. store seems to be easing back into sales, the situation is different in other countries. For example, Canadian customers still have access to the full range of Blade models, including the Blade 18 and other configurations of the Blade 16. Even accessories like the new Razer Adjustable Laptop Stand are listed and priced in Canada, while they remain unavailable in the U.S.
The 2025 Blade 16 introduces a thinner and lighter design, a clear push by Razer to balance portability with performance. It features AMD’s latest Ryzen AI 9 processors and supports NVIDIA’s RTX 50-series graphics, along with a 16-inch QHD+ OLED display running at 240Hz. It’s designed for both gamers and creators who demand high-end performance in a sleek form factor.
The Blade 18, another powerhouse in the lineup, hasn’t made its U.S. debut yet either, but it’s already up for preorder in Canada. With an 18-inch dual-mode display and Intel’s Core Ultra 9 275HX processor, it’s geared toward those who prefer a larger screen and desktop-level performance.
As the tech industry continues to adjust to changing tariff regulations and supply chain hiccups, companies like Razer are clearly being cautious in how they roll out new hardware. For now, if you’re in the U.S. and looking to get your hands on a 2025 Blade 16, the RTX 5080 version is your only immediate option—at least until Razer provides more clarity or restocks the rest of the lineup.
