Razer Blade 15” Advanced (2021) | RZ09-0367x Manual and FAQ

Razer Blade 15″ Advanced (2021) | RZ09-0367 Support

FAQ

At a Glance: Razer Blade 15″ Advanced (2021) | RZ09-0367x

Just when you thought a gaming laptop couldn’t be any more beastly – introducing the new Razer Blade 15, now available with NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 30 Series GPUs for the most powerful gaming laptop graphics ever. Still boasting the fastest gaming laptop displays with refresh rates of up to 360Hz and QHD 240Hz (G-Sync), enjoy unrivalled performance and speed housed in the smallest 15” RTX gaming laptop chassis.

Device Layout

Full Technical Specifications

Select Model Variant:

Graphics

• GeForce RTX™ 3070
• GeForce RTX™ 3080

Display

• 360Hz FHD
• 240Hz QHD

Storage

• 1TB SSD + Open M.2

Memory

• 16GB

Threads, 2.3GHz / 5.1GHz (Base / Max Turbo), 16MB Cache
Graphics|

NVIDIA® GeForce® RTX 3070 (8GB DDR6 VRAM) Optimus™ Technology

Display|

FHD 360Hz with 2ms response, Up to 100% sRGB, Wide Viewing Angle, 16:9 aspect ratio, matte screen w/ 4.9mm bezel, IPS-grade TFT-LCD, individually factory calibrated

Storage|

1TB SSD (M.2 NVMe PCIe 3.0 x4) + Open M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 Slot for easy expansion

Memory|

16GB Dual-Channel DDR4-2933MHz

Expandable to 64GB
Battery| 80WHr
Keyboard| Per key RGB Powered by Razer Chroma™ anti-ghosting backlit keyboard
Touchpad| Glass touchpad (Microsoft Precision Touchpad)
Connectivity| Intel® Wi-Fi 6E AX210, 2X2, Bluetooth® 5.2, IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Webcam| Windows® Hello built-in IR HD webcam (1MP / 720P)
Input & Output|

• USB-A 3.2 Gen 2 x3
• USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 x2 (Shared with Thunderbolt 3 Port)
• Thunderbolt™ 3 (USB-C), Supports 20V USB-C chargers with PD 3.0
• HDMI 2.1 output (Up to 8K 60Hz or 4K 120Hz)
• UHS-III SD card reader

Audio|

• Built-in Stereo speakers
• 3.5mm headphone/microphone combo port
• Built-in Array microphone
• THX Spatial Audio Support
• 7.1 Codec support (via HDMI)

Finish| Anodized Matte Black
Approximate Dimensions (H x D x W)| 0.67 in x 9.25 in x 13.98 in / 16.99 mm x 235 mm x 355 mm

Does the Razer Blade 15” Advanced (2021) allow the option of turning off

NVIDIA Optimus and switching to GPU mode only?

Yes but only the Razer Blade 15” Advanced (2021) with FHD 360Hz will have this option. It can be found under the performance tab in the system settings in the Synapse 3 software

Does the Razer Blade 15” Advanced (2021) support NVIDIA Advanced Optimus

or NVIDIA G-Sync?

The Razer Blade 15” Advanced (2021) with QHD 240Hz display supports NVIDIA Advanced Optimus and NVIDIA G-Sync.

Which model of the Razer Blade 15″ Advanced (2021) is best for gaming and

productivity?

The Razer Blade 15″ Advanced (2021) FHD model is best for gaming, the 4K model is best for productivity and creativity, and with the QHD, you’ll get the best of both worlds for gaming and productivity.

Can I dual boot, partition, or otherwise modify the Razer Blade’s

operating system?

The Razer Blade is designed for compatibility with the shipped OS. Should you want to install or modify the OS, please format the boot drive first then install your OS. Razer Warranty and Support is only available for the shipped OS.

Can I install other operating systems on the Razer Blade 15″ Advanced

(2021)?

Razer only supports the factory OS that is shipped with the Razer Blade. While you may find success in installing other operating systems onto your Razer Blade, however, we do not recommend or support any OS outside of the Windows environment.

How To

How to adjust or change the display refresh rate on a Razer Blade

Refresh rate is the number of times per second an image refreshes on the screen measured in Hertz. Therefore, the higher the refresh rate, the better and smoother the gaming or viewing experience will be. However, a higher refresh rate will contribute to higher battery consumption, so adjusting the refresh rate to the lowest value can help maximize the capacity of your Razer Blade’s battery.

Here is a video on how to change the display refresh rate on the Razer Blade.

There are two ways to adjust the monitor or display refresh rate:

• Through Razer Synapse
• Through Windows Settings

Adjusting the refresh rate in Razer Synapse 3

Note:  Ensure that your Razer Blade is running the latest version of Razer Synapse 3. Check out How to manually check for updates on Razer Synapse 3.

1. Launch the Razer Synapse 3 app and go to “SYSTEM” > “PERFORMANCE”.
2. Do note that some Razer Blade models require the system to be in “Dedicated GPU” mode before you can adjust the refresh rate. To do so, select the “Dedicated GPU only” option in the “GPU MODE” section.

To see the list of Razer Blade models with “Dedicated GPU only” GPU Mode, check out [What Razer Blade model has a “Dedicated GPU only” GPU Mode](https://mysupport.razer.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/4029 "What Razer Blade model has a "Dedicated GPU only" GPU Mode").

3. Restart your Razer Blade.

4. Relaunch the Razer Synapse 3 app and then go to “SYSTEM” > “PERFORMANCE”.

5. Select your preferred refresh rate from the “Laptop Screen” dropdown menu.

You should now have successfully adjusted the refresh rate on your Razer Blade through Synapse 3.

Adjusting the refresh rate in Windows

1. Go to Settings > System > Display > Advanced display settings.

2. Select the display that you want to change settings for and choose your preferred refresh rate from the dropdown menu below.

f you are using a dock or adapter to an external monitor, check out the [Refresh rate and resolution monitor specifications](https://mysupport.razer.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/4144 "Refresh rate and resolution monitor specifications when connecting a USB-C/Thunderbolt™ cable from a Blade system to a monitor HDMI, Display, or USB-C port") article.

3. After selecting your preferred refresh rate, click “Keep changes”.

You should now have successfully adjusted the refresh rate on your Razer Blade through the Windows Settings.

How do I defrag the SSD on the Razer Blade?

Solid State Drives cannot be defragmented. Unlike Hard Disk drives that use a physical magnetic disk to write and read data, SSDs can read blocks of data that are spread out over the drive just as fast as they can read those blocks that are adjacent to one another. There is no need to defrag an SSD Drive.

How do I upgrade the memory, SSD, HDD, or hard drive on my Razer Blade?

Not all Razer Blade models can be upgraded. Check the technical specifications of your Razer Blade model on its upgradability. Detailed steps on how to upgrade components are not available. Instructions from other sources may be available but we are not responsible for their content.

Note : Any damage or issues caused during installation or as a result of incompatible parts being used is not covered under the warranty, and may void the warranty coverage. Razer will not be liable for any warranty coverage on any third-party part you may install and we cannot guarantee compatibility or performance of any third-party parts.

How do I replace the battery in my Razer Blade Laptop?

Razer Blade batteries should be replaced by an authorized Razer Repair Center. Should you feel your battery is defective and needs replacing, please contact the Razer Support team and we will be happy to assist you.

What should I do to maintain the power adapter’s good condition and extend

its life span?

To keep your power adapter in good condition and extend its life span, check this Taking proper care of your Razer Blade power adapter_EN_v1.0 [PDF].

Troubleshooting

Display error on Razer laptops when using GPU-intensive programs or games

If you experience image issues or the display driver stops working when playing GPU-intensive applications, programs or games, follow the steps below to resolve the problem:

1. Restart the device and test if the issue is still present after the reboot.
2. Ensure that you have updated to the latest version of Windows.
3. Make sure your graphics driver is up to date: Note : Choose the appropriate graphics card for your Razer Blade model.
   • Intel Graphics driver for Blade Stealth
   • NVIDIA Graphics driver for Blade Stealth, Blade, and Blade Pro
4. Check if the issue persists on all games or a specific game.
5. If the issue only occurs on a certain application or game, the issue may be caused by the game itself.
   • Make sure the device specifications fit the system requirements of the game or application.
   • Attempt to reinstall the game or application.
   • If the issue persists, check if this is a common issue with other owners of the same game or application to see if a fix is available on their end.
6. Restart the device and test if the issue is still present after the reboot.
7. Adjust your screen resolution to match the screen resolution of the game or application.
8. If the issue is still present, attempt to reinstall the updated graphics driver and test the device again to eliminate the possibility of a corrupt installation.
9. If the steps above did not resolve the issue attempt to perform a system recovery or factory reset.

Hardware

Will I overcharge my battery if I leave it plugged in even when it is at

100%?

The Razer Blade series uses a lithium-ion (Li-On) polymer battery. Though this is not exactly a Windows feature, overcharging Li-ion batteries is not a problem and does not affect the battery life span. The Blade laptops have an internal circuit to stop charging at full charge to avoid overcharging and will only start recharging when the battery hits 95%.

Can I use the Razer Blade 15″ Advanced (2021) power adapter with older

models and vice versa?

Yes, the power adapter of the Razer Blade 15″ Advanced (2021) | RZ09-03304x | RZ09-03305x is the same as the previous 230W AC Adapter for the Razer Blade 15″ Advanced Models.

How can I extend the battery life of my Razer Blade when on-the-go?

Most of the battery improvement options are part of the Windows OS. Follow the following tips below to extend the battery life of your Razer Blade when on- the-go:

• Temporarily turn off the keyboard backlighting
• Try dimming the screen brightness
• Check the “Battery Saver” settings for the most effective means of conserving battery when on-the-go.
• The battery life may be extended further by turning down the display brightness, adjusting the power settings in Windows Setting > System > Battery and adjust the power configuration to your liking.

• Changing the performance mode in Synapse 3

• Close applications when not in use.
• Dim or turn off the keyboard lighting.

Can I use third-party power adapters with the Razer Blade?

We only recommend using Razer power supplies with the Razer Blade. Third-party adapters have not been tested to meet our standards and may lead to damage to your System. You can purchase replacement or spare AC adapters here.

Can I overclock the processor and the graphics card on the Razer Blade 15″

Advanced (2021)?

Razer laptops are carefully crafted, and its components are tuned to give the best performance under the most demanding gaming conditions. We do not recommend overclocking your CPU, GPU, and/or RAM as these alter the delicate balance of performance and reliability of the system. There is an associated risk of damage to crucial components if unauthorized changes are made, which will result in voiding the manufacturer’s warranty.

How many external monitors can I connect to the Razer Blade 15″ Advanced

(2021)?

The Razer Blade 15″ Advanced (2021) | RZ09-03304x | RZ09-03305x can utilize up to three external monitors by using the HDMI, and two USB-C ports. However, the results may vary depending on the resources needed by the external displays.

Can I use a lower-watt power adapter on my Razer Blade laptop?

Yes, the Razer Blade 15″ Advanced (2021) | RZ09-03304 | RZ09-03305 supports USB-C 20 V laptop power adapters (up to 100 W) which output less power than the provided 230 W AC adapter. However, using a lower-watt power adapter may affect the performance of your laptop, and your laptop will charge slower than the supplied 230 W adapter.

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