CES 2025 is the event where AI transformed from a persistent buzzword into something more applicable and individual. Smart spectacles are beginning to anticipate when assistance is needed and can provide answers or verify information for you in real-time. GPUs are now rendering countless frames and employing a neural network to deliver stunning detail for genuinely next-generation graphics. Furthermore, robotic vacuums are increasingly intelligent, capable of detecting obstacles in their path and addressing them while they clean.
These are merely a few of the advancements showcased here in Las Vegas, where a team of writers and editors from Tom’s Guide engaged with numerous established brands and startups to uncover the finest of CES 2025. Additionally, there are numerous thrilling hardware innovations, including a rollable laptop whose display expands on command and a mini-LED television that rivals OLED.
After experiencing a plethora of new technology firsthand, here are the top 25 gadgets of CES.
Best of Show: Nvidia GeForce RTX 50-series GPUs
Nvidia dazzled at this year’s CES. The RTX 50-series GPUs from Nvidia deliver astounding upgrades in graphics performance alongside revolutionary AI functionalities. It all begins with the hardware itself, and wow, did the team create some real giants here. With 92 billion transistors and the capacity to perform up to 3,352 trillion AI operations per second (TOPS), this Blackwell architecture is simply wild. Combine that with up to an 8x performance enhancement courtesy of Nvidia’s DLSS 4 frame generation, neural networks managing precise shaders and faces, and even aiding in creating game characters with autonomous traits (thanks to the next-gen Nvidia ACE), gaming will never be the same again. — Jason England
Best Design: Samsung Frame Pro
The Samsung Frame was already an attractive TV, but for a product to win our best design category at an event like CES, aesthetics must not overshadow practicality. For the Samsung Frame Pro, the company enhanced its most favored lifestyle television with two significant upgrades: a NeoQLED display and a new Wireless One Connect Box. While the upgraded display is expected to enhance content visibility (a long-standing limitation of The Frame otherwise), the wireless aspect emphasizes what makes art TVs appealing: design. With more competitors emerging, Samsung utilized the Frame Pro to reaffirm its superiority in TV design. — Kate Kozuch
Witness the Samsung Frame Pro in action on YouTube.
Best TV: LG G5
In creating the G5 OLED, LG took a daring step by moving away from the display technology that had made the G4 and G3 such impressive OLED televisions. However, it’s perhaps simpler to be audacious when the technology replacing it is this exceptional. The G5 seems even brighter and more vibrant than its predecessor, achieving this without depending on MLA-enhanced OLED. The revamped design features a four-stack OLED panel with a remarkable 165Hz refresh rate, and although I could elaborate on its sleek design and extensive list of audio/video and gaming enhancements, the best compliment I can give the G5 is that it was difficult to leave it behind. — Michael Desjardin
See the LG G5 OLED demonstrating its capabilities on YouTube.
Best TV Innovation: Hisense 116UX TriChroma Mini-LED TV
This gigantic 116-inch TriChroma Mini-LED TV from Hisense is a feat of engineering for multiple reasons, but the introduction of Hisense’s RGB Local Dimming Technology was among the more unexpected highlights of my week. Its fresh approach to Mini-LED backlighting utilizes lenses that respond to remarkably tiny red, green, and blue LEDs. This results in enhanced brightness, improved color management, and, as per Hisense, the most accurate color of any LED TV currently available. It’s exclusively available in this oversized format, but we may be witnessing this version of Mini-LEDs for years ahead. — Michael Desjardin
Best TV Value: TCL QM6K
Lately, TCL has excelled at offering a blend of quality and price. In this context, the QM6K QD Mini-LED epitomizes a TCL television. Featuring remarkable quantum dot-enhanced Mini-LED backlighting, a commendable range of gaming capabilities, and numerous size alternatives, the QM6K is likely to become one of the most sought-after TVs this year. The two largest variants are equipped with an elegant matte finish aimed at minimizing reflections. — Michael Desjardin
Experience the TCL QM6K on YouTube.
Top AI: Gemini in Google TV
You’ll soon be able to accomplish much more with your Google TV. Within the coming year, Google plans to integrate Gemini AI into its smart TV ecosystem, enabling you to utilize natural language inquiries not only to request shows but also to assist with children’s homework, organize trips, get updated news and weather reports, control your smart home gadgets, and essentially everything else achievable with its AI. By late 2025, TCL and Hisense will launch new Google TVs featuring built-in microphones and cameras, allowing your TV to activate upon your arrival and provide tailored information based on your tastes. During our evaluation of Gemini AI on Google TV, we were genuinely fascinated by its potential applications. It should significantly broaden its usage beyond mobile devices and computers. — Mike Prospero
Witness Gemini on Google TV in action via YouTube.
Top Automotive: BMW Panoramic iDrive
The latest BMW Panoramic iDrive system features an ultra-wide display combined with AI and a degree of customization I haven’t encountered before. You select which widgets to display on the head-up interface, whether you prefer weather updates, Spotify, or air quality metrics. Nevertheless, the 3D head-up display is the defining innovation, allowing you to view upcoming turn information overlaid on your actual surroundings. Moreover, the steering wheel is intelligent enough to illuminate the buttons that are most relevant at the appropriate moments, such as responding to an incoming call. Panoramic iDrive also includes an integrated AI assistant for navigation or mode adjustment on the go. This system will be available in all new BMW models by the conclusion of 2025. — Mark Spoonauer
Check out BMW Panoramic iDrive in action on TikTok.
Top Laptop: Asus Zenbook A14
Windows on Arm has been advancing, yet it has primarily consisted of Snapdragon processors housed in conventional laptop designs. This is what renders the extraordinarily lightweight Asus Zenbook A14 particularly exceptional — the next evolution in the Copilot+ PC experience. Weighing under 2.2 pounds and still exuding a distinctly premium feel due to its ceraluminum finish, it is both stylish and opulent. Furthermore, no technological excellence is compromised, as both the keyboard and touchpad are spacious and responsive; Wi-Fi 7 is included; and the OLED display is stunning. Make no mistake, this is the MacBook Air’s most formidable rival and competes fiercely for the title of best laptop overall. — Jason England
Top Laptop Innovation: Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 6
Have you ever wished to expand your laptop’s display effortlessly? While portable screens somewhat fulfill this, the Lenovo ThinkBook Plus Gen 6 adopts a unique strategy. With a single button press, the world’s first rollable laptop’s OLED screen enlarges from 14 inches to 16.7 inches. This is incredibly useful for reading lengthy documents and particularly beneficial when you need to run multiple applications simultaneously. Additionally, it boasts numerous built-in AI features, the latest Intel Core Ultra processor, and Wi-Fi 7 connectivity. This laptop excels in multitasking with a premium price of $3,499 to match. — Mark Spoonauer
See the ThinkBook Plus Gen 6 in action on YouTube.
Top 2-in-1 Laptop: Dell 16 Plus 2-in-1
Dell has rebranded its complete laptop and desktop lineup for 2025. Nevertheless, you can still expect the same quality computers. This is true for the Dell 14 Plus 2-in-1, which stands out as one of the best convertible laptops we encountered at CES 2025.Its configuration is largely unchanged from the Inspiron 16 2-in-1 (the Inspiron series now features Plus), but it now incorporates down-firing audio speakers, a numeric keypad, and a left-centered touchpad. The 16-inch 1200p ISP screen is quite impressive, although there is an option to upgrade to a mini LED display. In terms of specifications, you can choose up to an Intel Core Ultra 9 288V processor, 32GB of RAM, and 2TB of storage. If you’re in search of an outstanding 2-in-1 laptop priced below $1,000, the Dell 16 Plus 2-in-1 is an excellent option. — Tony Polanco
Best gaming handheld: Lenovo Legion Go S
The Lenovo Legion Go S is the gaming handheld I’ve been anticipating. Why? Because it’s the inaugural third-party handheld to operate on SteamOS — the same software that has propelled the Steam Deck into one of the top handheld gaming devices. However, if you prefer Windows 11, you can select a variant featuring Microsoft’s operating system. Additionally, the Legion Go S showcases a unibody architecture that eliminates the detachable controllers found on the Legion Go. This, combined with a more compact form factor, makes it a more portable device. The newly designed D-Pad and trigger locks are impressive for fighting games and first-person shooters (respectively). Priced starting at $599 for the Windows 11 variant and $499 for the SteamOS edition, the Lenovo Legion Go S may just be the handheld to outperform in 2025. — Tony Polanco
Watch the Legion Go S in action on YouTube.
Best Gaming Laptop: Razer Blade 16
Gaming laptops, particularly larger 16-inch models, are typically known for being oversized and cumbersome, which is why this year’s Razer Blade 16 was such a revelation. Razer succeeded in making it nearly one-third smaller compared to its predecessor while also being the most slender gaming laptop the company has ever produced. The Razer Blade 16 (2025) can be equipped with a maximum of an AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 processor alongside a Nvidia RTX 5090 laptop GPU, ensuring exceptional gaming as well as AI capabilities. Furthermore, it now includes a new keyboard that offers increased key travel (1.5mm versus 1mm) for a more enjoyable typing experience. Although the new Razer Blade 16 builds upon an existing model, Razer implemented enough modifications in its design and internals that it almost feels like a completely fresh laptop. — Anthony Spadafora
Best appliance: SwitchBot K20+ Pro
At its essence, the SwitchBot K20+ Pro might be the tiniest robot vacuum we’ve encountered. However, what truly distinguishes it is everything it can achieve beyond mere floor cleaning. This is due to the K20+ Pro’s capability to connect with various accessories, transforming it into much more than just a vacuum cleaner. One attachment converts it into a mobile air purifier, another makes it a roaming security camera, an accessory with a stand allows you to position a tablet or phone at eye level, while another attachment features a portable fan. The K20+ Pro can also support items weighing up to 17.6 pounds, enabling it to transport packages and other objects around the home for individuals unable to move independently. In addition, SwitchBot is expanding its platform to allow third-party creators to develop their own accessories. Initially a robot vacuum, it truly functions as much more than that. — Mike Prospero
Best Smart Home device: Lockly Styla
This is among the most visually appealing — and efficient — smart locks we’ve ever come across. Instead of the standard brick-like shape of most smart locks, the Lockly Styla is designed in a sleek bar format that simply looks elegant. Inside it are several ways to unlock your entrance: A 2K security camera positioned at the top; a doorbell function; a keypad with numbers that rearrange to confuse intruders; an RFID scanner; and a fingerprint scanner discreetly placed within the handle, allowing your index finger to naturally align with it when you grip the handle. Additionally, there is a conventional key lock as well. The Styla carries a high price tag. At $699, it ranks among the costliest smart locks available, but it will certainly make a noticeable impression on your front door. — Mike Prospero
Best Robot Vacuum: Roborock Saros Z70
Most robotic vacuums can recognize items like socks and shoes in their path and navigate around them, but what if your robot vacuum could actually pick them up? That’s precisely what the Roborock Saros Z70 is capable of doing. It has a claw at the end of a robotic arm, allowing it to reach out, grab, and move your dirty laundry or other obstacles out of its path. Additionally, this robotic vacuum can also mop your flooring, complete with a dirty water compartment in its dock to keep its mop heads fresh. But let’s be honest: A robotic arm integrated into the vacuum is quite impressive. Does this give you permission to leave your clothing scattered about the bedroom floor? No, but it will assist in maintaining order when you forget. — Mike Prospero
Watch the Roborock Saros Z70 in action on TikTok.
Top VR/AR Xreal One Pro
AR eyewear has found itself in a bit of a cycle — attempting to determine the best way to conceal those large prism lenses and understand the progression toward a spatial computing future within a pair of glasses.
The initial Xreal One eyewear followed the same prism route, but the Xreal One Pro recently debuted at CES 2025 and addresses this issue in two significant ways that clearly rank them as the finest AR glasses I’ve experienced. Firstly, there is a flatter, more compact prism behind the lenses, making these the most discreet I’ve tried while still providing the broadest field of vision. Secondly, a separate camera module can be connected to the nose bridge for 12MP photographs and videos, with gesture control set to arrive later this year. Xreal is aiming for the future with this one. — Jason England
Top smartwatch: Amazfit Active 2
Regarding value for money, the latest Amazfit smartwatch makes a compelling argument for being on your wrist in 2025. The Amazfit Active 2 starts at $99 yet provides specifications and features typically associated with smartwatches three times its price range. These consist of offline map support with turn-by-turn guidance, outstanding health-tracking technology delivering practical and actionable insights, a responsive and vibrant AMOLED touchscreen featuring 2,000 nit maximum brightness — matching the Apple Watch 10 — and a sleek, visually appealing case design that feels comfortable and looks stylish. For an additional $30, the Amazfit Active 2 premium offers an enhanced brushed stainless-steel casing and a scratch-resistant sapphire glass display. Preorders are currently available. — Dan Bracaglia
Top smart ring: Circular Ring 2
Few things annoy me more than complicated entry barriers. Oura and Samsung produce two of the finest smart rings, yet both strongly advise potential users to try their proprietary sizing kits, priced at $9.99 each, before committing to a ring size. The new Circular Ring 2 is the first significant smart ring model with a completely digital sizing procedure that takes just minutes and can be done anywhere, even under the glaring lights of an underground tradeshow floor. The Circular Ring 2 is also among the first finger-worn devices to feature an onboard ECG sensor and FDA-approved AFib detection. Subscription-free, unlike Oura, and more economical than the Galaxy Ring, Circular caters to both Apple and Android users. All of this culminates in the smart ring I’m most eager to try out in 2025. — Dan Bracaglia
Watch the Circular Ring 2 in action on YouTube.
Top Health & Beauty tech: L’Oréal Cell BioPrint
Skin health is no trivial matter — but managing it long-term is equally no easy feat with the array of dubious skincare product suggestions we all encounter on social media. Fortunately, L’Oréal’s Cell BioPrint system may present the solution that individuals like myself have long awaited. Utilizing microfluidic technology that examines specific skin proteins for biometric markers, the BioPrint system can assess your skin’s current condition while also forecasting potential issues you may face in the future. It then generates a plan of ingredients and products that your skin is likely to respond positively to, encouraging actionable changes grounded in research. Numerous devices and scanners claim to assist with skincare, yet L’Oreal appears to have the credibility and methodology to establish the Cell BioPrint as a genuine breakthrough in the beauty tech sector. — Kate Kozuch
See the L’Oreal Cell BioPrint System in action on YouTube.
Top Audio: Soundcore Rave 3S
I’m not sure if it was the debut of the Wicked film or everyone suddenly realizing how cathartic it is to belt out Taylor Swift lyrics with friends, but home karaoke is currently enjoying a significant surge. Until now, high-quality party speakers equipped with karaoke features have come with a hefty price tag, while more affordable alternatives sacrifice audio quality. The Soundcore Rave 3S finds the ideal equilibrium of features and affordability, coming in at $349, which is very appealing for a powerful 200W speaker. Along with that, you also receive a pair of karaoke microphones and a dedicated sing-along mode that employs AI to remove vocals from any track, ensuring that you’re always the star. Integrated lighting, a carrying handle, and 12 hours of battery life keep the celebration alive. (Don’t worry everyone, I promise you’re all invited to my next karaoke gathering.) — Kate Kozuch
Top Music Gadget: LiberLive C1
The LiberLive C1 might initially appear as a more extravagant Guitar Hero controller, and in certain respects, that observation is accurate. It’s an intelligent stringless guitar that allows you to strum to your heart’s delight. However, it transcends that — evolving into a genuine digital instrument for the future, featuring an outstanding integrated speaker system, a Micro DAW chip capable of accommodating any instrument sounds you may wish to utilize, bass and percussion enhancements with just a tap, and even the ability to execute more intricate guitar playing techniques like harmonic tapping. For novices and experts alike, this is a captivating instrument. — Jason England
Best Phone Accessory: MCON game controller
If there’s a single phone accessory to pay attention to this year, it’s Ohsnap’s MCON. This gadget converts your iPhone or Android into a convenient gaming controller in an instant — akin to the PSP Go or other slide-out gadgets from the past. Certainly, we have encountered the Backbone One and Scuf Nomad becoming beloved mobile accessories for gamers on the move, but the MCON elevates portability and aesthetic to a new echelon. Utilizing a straightforward MagSafe puck (don’t worry, there’s a MagSafe adapter available for phones or cases without compatibility), you can easily affix any smartphone and relish in a comfortable hold and responsive, sharp controls. And I mean any phone; employing a foldable such as the Samsung Galaxy Fold with the MCON is a visual delight, as it highlights just how much mobile gaming has progressed. Its slide-out feature is extremely gratifying, and its compact design even incorporates fold-out grips for improved handling when engaging in games like Call of Duty: Mobile. It’s presently featured on Kickstarter, with plans for a launch around August 2025. — Darragh Murphy
Best gaming monitor: HP Omen 32x
The HP Omen 32x isn’t merely a gaming monitor, as it encompasses Google TV. When you’re not gaming, you can activate Google TV and relax with your preferred TV programs. Regardless of what’s presented on the display, everything appears stunning due to the crisp 4K resolution and fluid 144Hz refresh rate. It can even stream directly from four platforms, such as YouTube if you wish to showcase your gameplay to others. Android casting can be done straight from your phone, and even enable apps like DeX Mode if you need to tackle some work. At $749, it’s a comparatively budget-friendly gaming monitor that can serve various functionalities. For that reason, it’s the premier gaming monitor of CES 2025. — Tony Polanco
Watch the HP Omen 32x on YouTube.
Best networking device: TP-Link Deco BE65-Outdoor
The TP-Link Deco BE65-Outdoor not only delivers ultra-fast Wi-Fi 7 speeds but also allows you to expand your mesh network outdoors. This IP-65 rated tri-band mesh node can be incorporated into any of TP-Link’s mesh Wi-Fi systems to amplify your home network by 3,000 square feet. It supports up to 200 devices and is both weather-resistant and dustproof to endure various elements. If your residence is equipped with Ethernet, you can link and extend the Deco BE65-Outdoor to your network using a single cable. With a cumulative maximum speed of 11 gigabits per second and access to the considerably faster 6 GHz band, streaming or downloading just about anything in your backyard becomes feasible. If you wish to extend your Wi-Fi outdoors without encountering dead zones, this may be the ideal enhancement for your existing mesh network. —- Anthony Spadafora
Best charger: Plugable PS-10CC
I always seem to lack enough USB-C ports to accommodate the myriad of smartwatches, smart rings, fitness trackers, and tech accessories I’m perpetually evaluating and enjoying. Thankfully, Plugable focuses on sleek — extended — solutions for everyday challenges. Enter the Plugable PS-10CC. This ten-port USB-C charger is under $100 and filled with innovative features. The leftmost port receives priority, with extra power distributing down as resources permit. Upon being fully charged, the next-port in line becomes highlighted, making it effortless to charge your MacBook, Fujifilm camera, Bose headphones, Garmin smartwatch, Anker power bank, and Amazfit smart ring all simultaneously. In successfully simplifying life for tech enthusiasts like myself — without requiring me to shatter my piggy bank — Plugable’s latest launch is thoroughly worthy of recognition this CES. — Dan Bracaglia