Unleash Your Gaming Power: Acer’s New Predator Laptops with NVIDIA RTX 50-Series GPUs

The announcements from CES 2025 feature a new trio of Acer Predator gaming laptops equipped with top-of-the-line specifications. Although they come with varying price tags and distinctive features, all models are outfitted with NVIDIA RTX-50 series GPUs.

The most powerful device in the lineup is the Predator Helios 18 AI. True to its name, this laptop showcases a substantial 18-inch 4K Mini LED display boasting a standard refresh rate of 120Hz. Additionally, a newly introduced dual-mode display function allows users to toggle to FHD resolution at a staggering 240Hz. Brightness levels are commendable, achieving up to 1000 nits.

The Helios 18 AI can be equipped with a maximum Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX processor and an NVIDIA GeForce 5090 GPU. This laptop is also fitted with a dedicated NPU for AI functions, allowing for “enhanced graphical gaming and AI interactions.” Supporting this claim, the device comes preloaded with over 150 optimized AI applications, including several well-known LLMs and image creation tools.

Users have the option to boost this powerhouse with up to 192GB of RAM and up to 6TB of PCIe storage. The cooling mechanisms have also seen enhancements, incorporating Acer’s exclusive 6th-gen AeroBlade metal fans, which improve airflow by approximately 20 percent in contrast to plastic fans. Additionally, buyers will receive Acer’s interchangeable MagKey 4.0 keyboard. The Predator Helios 18 AI is set for release in the US this May, starting at $3,000.

The Helios 16 AI is essentially the same model as the 18 AI, sharing identical cooling systems, MagKey 4.0 keyboard, and the same potential CPU and GPU combinations. Its display is smaller at 16 inches and features an OLED panel with a refresh rate reaching up to 240Hz. The memory capacity is slightly reduced, with options extending up to 64GB of RAM, and storage limited to 4TB. The Predator Helios 16 AI will launch in the US in June, commencing at $2,300.

The Predator Helios Neo 16S AI is the most economical option among the trio, still maintaining premium features. This model is sleek, measuring just 19.9mm in thickness. It also accommodates CPU choices up to the Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX, featuring an integrated NPU and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti GPU. It can come with up to 32GB of RAM and 2TB of storage.

The laptop is equipped with a 16-inch OLED WQXGA display with a refresh rate peaking at 240Hz, a full 100 percent DCI-P3 color gamut, and NVIDIA G-Sync support. The cost is where this device excels. It begins at only $1,700, with availability starting in April.

Alongside the trio of laptops, Acer presented the Predator XB323QX gaming monitor. This 31.5-inch 5K IPS display features a remarkable 144Hz refresh rate and a 0.5ms response time. It supports NVIDIA G-Sync Pulsar, with a 10-bit color depth and a 95 percent DCI-P3 color range. On the rear, users will find a DisplayPort 1.4 and two HDMI 2.1 connectors. It also includes adjustable tilt, swivel, and height settings, along with an integrated two-watt speaker system. Currently, there is no pricing or availability details for this model.