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Acer - Predator Helios 18 AI - 18" 250Hz Gaming Laptop - 2560 x 1600 -Intel Core Ultra 9 - NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 – 32GB – 1TB - Abyssal Black
Model: PH18-73-90A6
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Highlights
- Key Specs
- Screen Type: Mini-LED
- Screen Size: 18 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
- Screen Resolution: 2560 x 1600 (Screens come in a range of resolutions (measured in pixels, horizontal x vertical). The higher the resolution, the greater the picture quality.)
- Touch Screen: false (Touch-screen devices make navigating more intuitive. Using a touch-screen display, you can do things such as tap to select, hold and drag to move items, swipe to scroll, and pinch to zoom.)
- Refresh Rate: 250Hz (The number of frames per second the device can produce natively without enhancement. Higher rates help produce smooth, seamless pictures.)
- Brightness: 1000 nits (A measure of the total light output.)
- Processor Model: Intel Core Ultra 9 Series 2 (Your computer's processor is like its brain. Working in combination with system memory, the power of the processor determines the complexity of software you can run, how many programs you can have open at the same time, and how fast those programs will run. Most computers feature an AMD, Intel or Snapdragon processor.)
- CPU Base Clock Frequency: 2.1 gigahertz (Actual central processing unit (CPU) speed may vary by device configuration and design. The average rate at which the processor is able to execute tasks under normal operating conditions as asserted by the manufacturer.)
- Storage Type: SSD
- Total Storage Capacity: 1000 gigabytes
- System Memory (RAM): 32 gigabytes (Random-access memory (RAM) is a computing device's short-term data storage, which allows active information to be accessed quickly. The size and type of RAM determines how efficiently the device can handle large amounts of information at one time. For example, gaming or video editing requires more RAM for optimal performance.)
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 (Often referred to as a "graphics processing unit" (GPU), this device is responsible for displaying image content and decoding/encoding video content in programs and games.)
- Display Connector(s): 2 x Thunderbolt 5, 1 x HDMI 2.1 (The number and type of connectors used to connect to an external display.)
- Battery Chemistry: Lithium-ion
- Backlit Keyboard: true (Integrated lights allow for visibility of the keys in low-light conditions.)
- General
- Brand: Acer
- Model Number: PH18-73-90A6
- Product Name: Predator Helios 18 AI - 18" 250Hz Gaming Laptop - 2560 x 1600 -Intel Core Ultra 9 - NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 – 32GB – 1TB
- Color: Abyssal Black
- Year of Release: 2025
- Display
- Display Type: LED
- Screen Type: Mini-LED
- Screen Size: 18 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
- Screen Resolution: 2560 x 1600 (Screens come in a range of resolutions (measured in pixels, horizontal x vertical). The higher the resolution, the greater the picture quality.)
- Touch Screen: false (Touch-screen devices make navigating more intuitive. Using a touch-screen display, you can do things such as tap to select, hold and drag to move items, swipe to scroll, and pinch to zoom.)
- Refresh Rate: 250Hz (The number of frames per second the device can produce natively without enhancement. Higher rates help produce smooth, seamless pictures.)
- Synchronization Technology: G-SYNC (NVIDIA Adaptive Sync) (Generally, these technologies allow syncing between a computer/console game's frame rate and the device's refresh rate for a smoother display without tearing.)
- Brightness: 1000 nits (A measure of the total light output.)
- Processor
- Processor Brand: Intel
- Processor Model: Intel Core Ultra 9 Series 2 (Your computer's processor is like its brain. Working in combination with system memory, the power of the processor determines the complexity of software you can run, how many programs you can have open at the same time, and how fast those programs will run. Most computers feature an AMD, Intel or Snapdragon processor.)
- Processor Model Number: 275HX
- CPU Base Clock Frequency: 2.1 gigahertz (Actual central processing unit (CPU) speed may vary by device configuration and design. The average rate at which the processor is able to execute tasks under normal operating conditions as asserted by the manufacturer.)
- CPU Boost Clock Frequency: 5.4 gigahertz (Actual central processing unit (CPU) speed may vary by device configuration and design. The maximum rate at which the processor is able to execute tasks, typically only used for a short period of time as needed. This rate may temporarily boost the processor's performance, but may result in overheating, shutdown, or damage to equipment if sustained.)
- Number of CPU Cores: 24-core (A core, or "brain" of a CPU, allows it to receive and execute instructions. Each core can work independently or together to perform parallel operations.)
- Number of CPU Threads: 24 (Generally, the more threads, the faster and more responsive the operating system.)
- Neural Processing Unit (NPU): true (Whether the product comes with an integrated neural processing unit (NPU) that performs computations for AI (artificial intelligence) functions to increase proficiency of the CPU and reduce power consumption.)
- Maximum NPU Performance: 13 trillions operations per second (The maximum neural processing unit (NPU) computations performed. NPUs increase proficiency of the CPU and reduce power consumption for AI (artificial intelligence) functions.)
- Storage
- Storage Type: SSD
- Total Storage Capacity: 1000 gigabytes
- Solid State Drive Capacity: 1000 gigabytes (The amount of data that can be stored on the device's solid state drive (SSD). SSD is a flash-based storage with faster speeds than a hard disk drive (HDD).)
- Solid State Drive Interface: PCIe (Connects the solid state drive to the host system. PCI and SATA interfaces are the most common; PCI interfaces are typically faster, but SATA interfaces are compatible with a wider range of systems.)
- Memory
- System Memory (RAM): 32 gigabytes (Random-access memory (RAM) is a computing device's short-term data storage, which allows active information to be accessed quickly. The size and type of RAM determines how efficiently the device can handle large amounts of information at one time. For example, gaming or video editing requires more RAM for optimal performance.)
- Type of Memory (RAM): DDR5 (Each type of RAM delivers a different level of speed, bandwidth, energy efficiency and performance.)
- System Memory RAM Speed: 4400 megahertz (How fast the information-storing hardware operates. The faster the RAM, the faster memory can be transferred to other system components. Ultimately, faster RAM improves operational efficiency.)
- Number Of Memory Slots: 4
- Number of Memory Sticks Included: 2
- System Memory RAM Expandable To: 128 gigabytes (Adding more random-access memory (RAM) to a computer speeds up performance and improves efficiency. Upgrades to memory are limited by the number of expansion slots for additional RAM and existing RAM installed on the device.)
- Graphics
- Graphics Type: Dedicated (Dedicated graphics uses a separate graphics card for processing video images. Because it does not use memory from the system's RAM, there is no extra burden on the CPU and graphics are processed more efficiently. Integrated graphics shares system RAM to process video images.)
- GPU Brand: NVIDIA
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 (Often referred to as a "graphics processing unit" (GPU), this device is responsible for displaying image content and decoding/encoding video content in programs and games.)
- Advanced Graphics Rendering Technique(s): DLSS 4 (Deep Learning Super Sampling), Ray tracing (Imaging technology designed to improve graphics rendering.)
- GPU Video Memory (RAM): 16 gigabytes (Random-access memory (RAM) is a GPU’s, or graphics cards, short-term data storage, which allows active information to be accessed quickly. The size and type of RAM determines how efficiently the GPU can handle large amounts of information at one time. For example, larger amounts of RAM for gaming or video editing increases performance.)
- GPU Video Memory Type (RAM): GDDR7 (Each type of RAM delivers a different level of speed, bandwidth, energy efficiency and performance.)
- Compatibility
- Operating System: Windows 11 Home (The operating system manages all software and hardware, including files, memory and connected devices. Most importantly, it lets you interact with your device and your programs in a visual way; otherwise, you'd be typing computer code to get anything done.)
- Connectivity
- Display Connector(s): 2 x Thunderbolt 5, 1 x HDMI 2.1 (The number and type of connectors used to connect to an external display.)
- Number of HDMI Outputs (Total): 1
- Number of Thunderbolt Ports (Total): 2
- USB Ports: 3 x USB-A 3.2, 2 x USB-C (The number and type of USB ports the product has.)
- Number of USB Ports (Total): 5
- Number of USB-A Charging Ports: 1
- Number of USB-C Charging Ports: 2
- Headphone Jack: true (The device features an interface that allows for the connection of headphones.)
- Microphone Input: true (The device features an input for connecting an external microphone.)
- Wireless Connectivity: Bluetooth, Wi-Fi (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance without the use of wires or cables.)
- Wireless Standard: BE (The wireless networking protocol used by the device. Each iteration of the protocol is based on the 802.11 standard developed by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Standards Association. Denoted by letters following 802.11 (802.11a, 802.11ac, etc.), each version, published in alphabetical order, encompasses all previous versions.)
- Wireless Networking Standard: Wi-Fi 7 (The wireless networking standard used by the device. Each iteration of the standard developed by the Wi-Fi Alliance corresponds to an existing IEEE 802.11 protocol; for example, standard 802.11ac (or AC) is termed Wi-Fi 5. Refers specifically to the standard the device is designed to use, but ultimately determines product interoperability and backward compatibility including previous versions.)
- Ethernet Card: 10/100/1000/2500/5000 (Also known as an Ethernet adapter, this card plugs into a computer's motherboard and enables it to access an Ethernet network. Ethernet data transmission speeds are measured in Mbps (megabits per second) and Gbps (gigabits per second). For example, a 10/100 Ethernet port transmits 10 and 100 Mbps, while a 10/100/1000 Ethernet port transmits 10 and 100 Mbps and has a maximum speed of 1000 Mbps (1 Gbps).)
- Number Of Ethernet Ports: 1
- Cooling
- CPU Cooling System: Air
- Number of CPU Cooling Fans: 1 (The quantity of fans contained within the device designed to cool the Central Processing Unit (CPU).)
- GPU Cooling System: Air
- Number of GPU Cooling Fans: 1 (The quantity of fans contained within the graphics card, or graphics processing unit (GPU) designed to cool it.)
- Power
- Power Supply Maximum Wattage: 400 watts
- Battery Chemistry: Lithium-ion
- Expansion
- Number of M.2 Slots: 3 (This interface is most commonly used for high-speed solid state drives (SSDs), and is often used in laptops due to its small size.)
- Camera
- Front-Facing Camera: true
- Front Facing Camera Video Resolution: 1080p (Refers to the number of pixels, both horizontally and vertically, used by the camera facing the user to capture video. The higher the resolution the finer the video detail that can be seen.)
- Built-In Microphone: true
- Features
- Backlit Keyboard: true (Integrated lights allow for visibility of the keys in low-light conditions.)
- Customizable Keyboard Lighting: Yes
- Touchpad Type: Precision, Multi-gesture
- Media Card Reader: true (A hardware device that allows for access to data on a memory card and enables the transfer of its files to a computer. These devices may have one or multiple slots for various types of memory cards, and may be integrated into the computer or available as an external device.)
- Media Card Slot: Secure Digital
- Audio Technology: DTS X Ultra Audio
- Speaker Type: Quad Speakers Output with Smart Amplifier Enhancement
- Windows AI: Copilot
- Security Features: Cable lock slot
- Cable Lock Slot: Kensington Security Slot (K-Slot)
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 1.16 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Width: 15.79 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Depth: 12.12 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 7.72 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Certifications Listings & Approvals
- ENERGY STAR Certified: false (Devices carrying the ENERGY STAR service mark, such as computer products and peripherals, kitchen appliances, and other products, generally use 20% to 30% less energy than required by federal standards.)
- EPEAT Qualified: false (The Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool (EPEAT) was designed to provide an environmental assessment tool for purchasers. In order to qualify for EPEAT, a product must meet all 23 required criteria.)
- Included
- Optical Drive Type: None (An optical disk drive (ODD) uses a laser light to read data from or write data to an optical disc. These discs include CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Discs. This allows you to play music or watch movies using prerecorded discs.)
- Numeric Keypad: true
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: One-year International Travelers Limited Warranty (ITW)
- Warranty - Labor: One-year International Travelers Limited Warranty (ITW)
- Other
- UPC: 195133306898
In a city of endless lights and relentless pace, the Predator Helios 18 AI rises as a weapon forged for those who dare to go beyond. Armed with an Intel Core Ultra 9 processor 275HX, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU with 1334 AI TOPS, and a vibrant 18-inch Mini LED WQXGA display offering up to 250Hz refresh and 100% DCI-P3 color accuracy, It takes gaming to the next level with exceptional performance, driven by AI technology.
- Windows 11 Home: Windows 11 was designed with you at the center - to make life easier, more creative, secure, connected and fun! It's also faster with new features to help you get more done. Copilot in Windows complements your capabilities and creativity with intelligent assistance and relevant answers.
- 18.0" WQXGA Mini LED 250Hz Refresh Rate (Up To 1000 Nit): Experience the breathtaking clarity of an 18” Mini LED display. The WQXGA Mini LED pulsates at a lightning-fast 250Hz refresh while the DCI-P3 100% color gamut gives you true-to-life color. With an unparalleled 1000 nits brightness, it delivers fluid motion, vivid colors, and ultra-sharp detail. Support for NVIDIA G-SYNC and Advanced Optimus keeps your frames flawless and tear-free.
- AI-Powered Intel Core Ultra 9 Processor 275HX: Get legendary gaming performance with the Intel Core Ultra 9 processor 275HX featuring 8 performance cores and 16 efficient cores, delivering ultra-smooth gameplay and future-ready AI (up to 13 NPU TOPS). Offload tasks like background removal and audio optimization to the NPU for seamless streaming and gaming, while Intel Application Optimization enhances performance on classic titles.
- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU: Powered by NVIDIA Blackwell architecture, GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU (MGP 175W) unlocks the game-changing realism of full ray tracing. Equipped with a massive level of 1334 AI TOPS horsepower, the RTX 50 Series enables new experiences and next-level graphics fidelity. Experience cinematic quality visuals at unprecedented speed with fourth-gen RT cores and breakthrough neural rendering technologies accelerated with fifth-gen Tensor cores.
- NVIDIA DLSS 4: DLSS is a revolutionary suite of neural rendering technologies that uses AI to boost FPS, reduce latency, and improve image quality. DLSS 4 brings new multi-frame generation and enhanced ray reconstruction and super resolution, powered by GeForce RTX 50 Series GPUs and fifth-generation Tensor cores.
- The Ultimate In Ray Tracing And AI: NVIDIA RTX is the most advanced platform for full ray tracing and neural rendering technologies that are revolutionizing the ways we play and create. Over 700 games and applications use RTX to deliver realistic graphics and incredibly fast performance with cutting-edge AI features like DLSS multi-frame generation.
- 32GB DDR5 4400MHz Dual Channel Memory: 32GB DDR5 4400MHz dual channel memory - used slots: 2 x 16GB | 2 slots (available) - 4 DDR5 slots (total) - maximum 128GB (based on Windows 11 Home limitation).
- Ultrathin Cooling: Cooling crafted with the world’s thinnest 0.05mm* metal blades, the 6th Gen AeroBlade 3D fan technology packs 100 razor-sharp blades to maximize cooling. This advanced system delivers a 20% increase in airflow with dynamically adaptive blades that adjust based on fan speed, combined with precision-applied liquid metal thermal grease and vector heat pipes, ensuring optimized cooling and enhanced efficiency, even under the most demanding gaming conditions.
- Unstoppable Connectivity With Wi-Fi 7 And Thunderbolt 5: With Intel Killer Wireless Wi-Fi 7 BE1750 get up to 4.8x faster speeds and Thunderbolt 5’s 120Gbps bandwidth, enjoy fast downloads, smooth streaming, and low-latency gaming. Making better use of both internet connections from your Ethernet and wireless network, Intel Killer DoubleShot Pro provides more usable bandwidth. Connect displays and devices seamlessly, ensuring high-speed performance for every task.
- AI-Assisted Noise Reduction: Elevate your team coordination using PurifiedVoice 2.0. This revolutionary tech leverages AI capabilities to eliminate unwanted background disturbances, delivering impeccable voice clarity. With the three microphone setup and beamforming, your commands stand out, free from other ambient noises.
- Immerse Yourself In Light & Power: This isn’t just a machine; it’s a symphony of dynamic RGB lighting. From the mesmerizing MilkyWay RGB across the rear to the iconic logo illumination, each element pulses with life. Customize per-key RGB lighting for ultimate personalization and a separate zone for the MagKey 4.0 WASD and arrow keys.
- MagKey 4.0: MagKey 4.0 redefines control with pinpoint precision. This set features WASD and arrow keys, each equipped with a mechanical switch that replicates the tactile feel and sound of a classic mechanical keyboard. The new generation mechanical switches activate through magnetic actuation, delivering keystrokes that are not only fast but meticulously accurate.
- Control With PredatorSense And Experience Zone: PredatorSense gives you real-time control over system performance—adjust performance modes, manage fan speeds, and customize RGB lighting with precision. In the Experience Zone, tap into AI-powered features like PurifiedView 2.0 for automatic framing and PurifiedVoice 2.0 for enhanced voice clarity.
- Disclaimers: *Based on Acer's internal research as of Nov, 2024. Claim refers to the thinnest cooling fan blade for laptops, measuring 0.05mm.
Whats Included
- Laptop
- 400W AC Adapter
- User Swappable Mechanical Switch WASD and Arrow Keys
- Power Cord
Q: How does Killer DoubleShot Pro enhance network performance on this laptop?
A: Killer DoubleShot Pro enables Ethernet and Wi-Fi connections to work together, providing up to 5 Gbps throughput and improved online performance.
Q: What type of memory does this Acer laptop have?
A: This Acer laptop is equipped with 32GB DDR5 4400Mhz Dual Channel Memory.
Q: What graphics card does the Predator Helios 18 AI use?
A: It uses the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU.
Q: What is the total storage capacity of the Predator Helios 18 AI?
A: The total storage capacity is 1TB.
A: MagKey 4.0 is a feature on the WASD and arrow keys that uses mechanical switches with magnetic actuation for precise and tactile feedback.
Q: What is the refresh rate of the display on this gaming laptop?
A: The display has a 250Hz refresh rate.
Q: Does this laptop have a numeric keypad?
A: Yes, this laptop includes a numeric keypad.
Q: Is the memory and storage upgradeable?
A: Yes, memory is upgradeable to 192GB using four DIMM slots. There are two M.2 SSD slots each supporting up to 2TB.
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| Pros for Acer - Predator Helios 18 AI - 18" 250Hz Gaming Laptop - 2560 x 1600 -Intel Core Ultra 9 - NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 – 32GB – 1TB - Abyssal Black | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall Performance, Speed | Overall Performance, OLED Quality, Processor Speed, Portability | There were no pros for this product— | There were no pros for this product— |
| Cons for Acer - Predator Helios 18 AI - 18" 250Hz Gaming Laptop - 2560 x 1600 -Intel Core Ultra 9 - NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 – 32GB – 1TB - Abyssal Black | |||
| There were no cons for this product— | Battery Life, Noise Level, Heat Dissipation, Refresh Rate, Software | There were no cons for this product— | There were no cons for this product— |
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