Acer Unveils New Predator Laptops and 5K Monitor

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Acer has unveiled exciting updates to its Predator gaming laptop lineup, including the flagship Predator Helios 16 AI and Predator Helios 18 AI models, alongside the new Predator Helios Neo 16S AI. These updates introduce significant performance boosts and enhanced features aimed at delivering the ultimate gaming and AI experience.

Unmatched Performance with Intel and NVIDIA Power
The Predator laptops are powered by the latest Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 processor 275HX and next-gen NVIDIA GeForce RTX™ 50 Series Laptop GPUs. These GPUs, built on the NVIDIA Blackwell architecture, bring cutting-edge graphics and AI capabilities, including NVIDIA DLSS 4 for faster image generation, and access to NVIDIA NIM Microservices for AI-driven creativity and performance. Gamers and creators alike will benefit from these groundbreaking improvements.

Sleek, High-Performance Design
The Predator Helios series stands out with its ultra-thin 6th Gen AeroBlade™ 3D fans and MagKey 4.0 mechanical switches, ensuring optimal cooling and responsiveness. Both lines now feature OLED and Mini LED displays, offering stunning visuals. The Helios 16 AI boasts a WQXGA OLED display with a 240 Hz refresh rate, while the Helios 18 AI features a 4K Mini LED WQXGA display with a 120 Hz refresh rate, delivering crisp, vibrant visuals for immersive gaming. The systems also come with NVIDIA G-SYNC® technology for seamless gameplay.

Next-Level Gaming and AI Performance
The Predator Helios 16 AI and Predator Helios 18 AI laptops are designed for both gamers and professionals, providing up to 64 GB of RAM and 4 TB of PCIe Gen 5 storage in the Helios 16 AI, and 192 GB of RAM and 6 TB of storage in the Helios 18 AI. The systems feature the world’s thinnest cooling fan blades, improving airflow by 20% over plastic fans. These devices are perfect for those seeking top-tier performance in both gaming and AI applications.

Enhancing Gaming and Creativity
The Predator laptops also come with the PredatorSense utility app, offering full control over system performance, fan settings, and lighting. The Experience Zone provides access to AI-driven features like Acer PurifiedView™ 2.0, Acer PurifiedVoice™ 2.0, and the new Acer ProCam™, which automatically records gameplay highlights.

For gamers seeking high-quality audio, the devices feature DTS:X Ultra technology, and the Helios 16 AI has four speakers, while the Helios 18 AI has six speakers. With Intel Killer Wi-Fi 7, Thunderbolt 5 ports, and Ethernet E5000B, players will experience lightning-fast connections.

Predator Helios Neo 16S AI: Performance in a Slim Form Factor
For those seeking powerful gaming performance in a more compact design, Acer has introduced the Predator Helios Neo 16S AI. At just 19.9 mm thick, this laptop supports up to Intel Core Ultra 9 processor 275HX and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU, offering impressive power at a more accessible price point. The OLED WQXGA display with a 240 Hz refresh rate ensures top-tier visuals for gaming and creative applications.

Predator XB323QX: 5K Gaming Monitor
Acer has also launched the Predator XB323QX gaming monitor, featuring a 31.5-inch 5K IPS display with a 144 Hz refresh rate and 0.5 ms response time. With NVIDIA G-SYNC® Pulsar technology, this monitor provides incredible motion clarity and vibrant colors, supporting 95% DCI-P3 and 99% sRGB color gamuts. It’s designed for maximum comfort with adjustable tilt, swivel, and height, and offers wall-mounting options for space-saving.

Acer’s Commitment to Gaming Innovation
James Lin, General Manager of Notebooks at Acer Inc., stated, “Acer continues to push the boundaries of gaming in our latest Predator devices. Our commitment to innovating in the gaming sphere is evident in the integration of the latest silicon, the world’s thinnest laptop cooling fan blades, and the slimmest design of our powerful Helios Neo laptops.”

David Feng, Vice President at Intel, also emphasized the performance of the Intel Core Ultra 200HX-series processors, noting that these processors deliver maximum performance with lower power consumption, setting new standards for gaming laptops.

With these updates, Acer is reaffirming its position as a leader in gaming technology, delivering powerful, immersive, and innovative experiences for gamers and creators worldwide.