Customer Ratings & Reviews

Needed to replace a computer, and this computer has not disappointed.

Great gaming computer. Very powerful system to play any game you wish!

Amazing computer for the price, only needed a ram upgrade but even without that its still great.

Very nice computer easy to set up. Starts up fast and looks good to.

Best set up I’ve ever had. Recommend this to some friends and a few of them bought 1. Don’t sleep

This is my first gamer PC. My wife got it for me on my birthday. This gamer PC is awesome. She did good.

Exactly what we expected a great pc for the price no issues

Best gaming purchases I’ve ever made zero complaints!

it is a good computer but for the price its ok 121

Been using this for over a month now with no issues.

The Acer Predator Orion 5000 is a very nice gaming desktop that finds the right point between function and cost. Out of the box, it came with the desktop, USB-A keyboard, USB-A mouse, power cord, quick instructions, and a bag of Predator stickers and warranty info. The desktop looks very sharp with clear glass on the front and one side. The back and other side is matte black. It measures 19 inches tall, 8.5 inches wide, and 20 inches deep. The front has a blue Acer Predator logo near the top with 2 large RGB fans beneath. There is one RGB fan in the back. The glass side allows a view of the back of the 2 front RGB fans and the 1 back RGB fan, 1 RGB fan that sits over the processor, motherboard LEDs, and the lit side of the GEFORCE RTX 3080. The top has a dust protector that can be removed and cleaned, the power button, 3 USB-A slots, 1 USB-C Slot, and 2 3.5mm inputs for the mic and headset. The back has the power cord input, the RJ-45 Ethernet in slot, 3 DisplayPort inputs, 1 HDMI input, 1 Audio In 3.5mm, 1 Audio Out 3.5mm, 1 Mic In 3.5mm, 5 USB-A slots, and 1 USB-C slot. There is no Digital Audio slot. If you're wondering about the protocols for the USB slots, it breaks down into 4 USB 2.0 ports, 3 USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports, 1 USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A port, 1 USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C Port, and 1 USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C port for a total of 10 USB ports. Inside it has a 800 W Power Supply powering an Intel Core 12th Gen i7-12700 12 core processor with a speed of 2.1 GHz, 16 GB of DDR5 SDRAM (2x8), an Nvidia GeForce RTX 3080 with 10 GB of VRAM, and 2 hard drives (1xSSD 1 TB, 1xHDD 2 TB). The max memory supported is 64 GB. There are 3 total expansion slots (1 PCIx1 slot, 2 PCIx16 slots) and 3 M.2 interfaces. Powering it up, the Orion 5000 was surprisingly quiet. It went through some updates for Windows 11 and then it was ready for me to download some driver updates for the graphics card. There was no obvious bloatware to delete which was a pleasant surprise. There are a couple useful Acer apps: PredatorSense and PredatorArc. PredatorSense provides temperature monitoring for the CPU, GPU, and System, RGB control for the fans, speed control for the fans, and detailed monitoring for the CPU, GPU, and System. There are also links to some audio profile presets for anything plugged into the 3.5mm headset jacks. PredatorArc allows limited button assignment for the mouse side buttons and RGB control for the mouse and keyboard. There is RGB sync for the fans, keyboard, and mouse. The keyboard has 3 RGB zones but keys are not individually lit. The keycaps are backlit by the zone lighting. The mouse has RGB under the scroll wheel and under the Predator logo near the palm. The mouse also has a button on top that can be clicked to cycle thru RGB colors. The keyboard has some basic volume and multimedia controls, and a dimmer for the RGB. While both the mouse and keyboard are average and will certainly do the job, I would recommend both a dedicated gaming keyboard and gaming mouse to get the functional customization that most gamers desire. When it comes to gaming performance with this combination of processor and GPU, this rig performs very well and will likely continue to perform well for quite some time. For new games, graphics can safely be turned up to High or Ultra. Keeping in mind that I have a 1440p monitor, Cyberpunk 2077 was benchmarking at 72 FPS with setting on Ultra including Ray Tracing being on. Star Wars Jedi Survivor was benchmarking at 70 FPS with settings on High including Ray Tracing. Destiny 2 looked absolutely gorgeous and ran incredibly smooth with FPS up near 100 with the graphics settings on High. Every game I played looked great and it didn't even seem to be taxing the system as the fans didn't need to spin up to high RPMs. My personal preference is always going to be an Intel processor and an Nvidia video card for stability and performance. I experienced no crashes or kicks to desktop no matter what I was playing. A person could find faster processors and higher level graphics cards in a gaming desktop of course, but the increase in performance largely would not be worth the increased price unless you are gaming or streaming professional. I do play multiplayer first person shooter games frequently, where FPS often make a huge difference in winning or losing, and I felt very comfortable knowing that my rig was better and faster than most of my competitors. As I mentioned, my only suggestion would be to have a gaming mouse for adjustable dpi and perhaps a gaming keyboard at the ready. Otherwise, the Acer Predator Orion 5000 would be perfect for almost any gamer, as it can handle the tough graphical demands of modern games and applications effortlessly, and I anticipate that it will continue to be an awesome setup for several years to come.

Didn't realize it did not come with an optical disk drive?!?!

The Predator Orion 5000 gaming desktop is a powerhouse of a machine that performs great in current games and delivers a customizable RGB experience in a sleek simple case. It comes with four of Acer’s new Frostblade 2.0 fans at 140mm, two front intake fans, one rear exhaust fan, and one fan for cpu cooler. The cpu heatsink is mounted horizontally with the fan in a push configuration to move cooler air across the heatsink, which also helps to blow air across the other motherboard components like the RAM and VRAM. Boot times are lightning fast thanks to the 12th gen intel processor, m.2 solid state boot drive, and the 16GB of DDR5 RAM, which clocks at a blistering 4400 MHz. The RAM sticks don’t come with any kind of heat sink, but for gaming applications and with the top down cpu cooler fan, you won’t see any thermal throttling. The 2TB hard drive comes with plenty of space for lower demand games and any document storage needed as well as an empty bay for storage expansion. There is also another m.2 drive. I partitioned off part of the m.2 drive for games with high loading demands such as Baldur’s Gate 3. For the NVIDIA 3080 I did some testing at 1080p and the game consistently runs above 100fps, with CPU temps maxing at 88* and GPU temps at 75*. I checked the Predator Sense fan settings and they ship at the “Auto” setting, which is likely designed to keep the hardware below a preset danger zone. The software comes with a “Gaming” mode which just cranks the case and GPU fans to max. This is efficient, but noisy, immediately knocking 10* off the CPU temp and 20* from the GPU. I recommend setting a custom fan curve to balance your personal noise preferences against efficient cooling. The software also comes with a fully customizable RGB suite with a large variety of effects and colors for both the Frostblade 2.0 fans and the integrated motherboard lighting. You can turn off individual zones to create your own custom lighting profile. The graphics card has an LED logo on the side, but doesn’t come with addressable RGB that I could see. It does have a white band around the back of the PCB that catches and reflects the ambient lighting from the rest of the case. The GPU is also mounted to an internal support bracket that spans the length of the case so you get absolutely zero sag. An important note about the motherboard is that it is not a full size board. It’s cut down and only has one PCIE slot so you won’t be able to add additional hardware like a stream card. Overall I highly recommend this gaming desktop for the casual and enthusiast gamer.

Dont perform like expected, could be way better! Decent STARTER for some kid but not for a heavy gamer.

Acer is not usually the first company I think of when I am considering a gaming PC. In fact, I usually build my own but sometimes the convenience of a pre-built is just worth it. Let me just state upfront that Acer has a quality gaming PC in the Predator Orion 5000. It is a great balance of hardware coupled to thoughtful design decisions to manage heat and noise. Right off the bat when you take it out of the box you are immediately greeted with a case design that screams gamer. Now that could be a good thing or a bad thing depending on how your tastes run. As soon as you put power to it you are hit with the lights… lots of lights. If you are an RGB fan Acer has designed something with you in mind. The large intake fans are both quiet and potentially bright. Fortunately, Predator Sense software allows one to reign in the RGB goodness if it isn’t your thing. The system is very quiet under load which is great when you put the system in a common area. I have it in my living room tied to my living room TV. I have been playing Starfield on the system at 4K with DLSS (using the mod) and am hitting 45-60fps on ultra settings. With G-Sync enabled it is very smooth and highly playable despite Starfield not really being optimized to either the Intel processor or the RTX 3080. I also gave Cyberpunk 2077 a go at 4K with DLSS & RT and saw 50-60fps. It felt great as well and was highly enjoyable on a big screen with better visual fidelity of either of the current gen consoles. The best part was the system was quiet during gameplay. My bigger system sounds like a blow dryer running when playing games so this is a welcome change. The Windows 11 install is thankfully light on bloat and quickly setup out of the box. The case itself is tool-less and one could quickly swap out the video card or processor if they needed. The processor is great and frankly see little reason to change it, but the RTX 3080 will only last so long before one will need to upgrade to stay competitive. Acer has made the whole process easy and really little different than building your own system. Really my only complaint is the cost. If you find it on sale go for it, but at list you could probably build something higher spec for the money. That said, sometimes convenience is king and you just want to play games. Give the Acer Predator Orion 5000 a look. I think you will be quite surprised as to what they deliver.

I find this Desktop to be great. I was worried about temps and sound considering it is air cooled but I have no worries about it. Inside the box: The Desktop itself RGB keyboard Mouse Paperwork Specs: Intel i7 12-700F Nividia 3080 10GB 16GB DDR5 memory 4400 mhz* 1TB SSD 1TB 7200 RPM HDD 3 ARGB Fans for cooling * In device manager it states it's Samsung memory at 4800 mhz and XMP is disabled and seems to can't be turned on so we're locked to 4400 speeds. Isn't bad considering it's faster than DDR4 but worth noting Also nowhere is stated on the info page this computer has a 1TB 7200 RPM HDD but this computer does have a 3.5 HDD for storage as well. Setting up the desktop is typical windows affair. We all know how it is. And for the first day or so I did use the included keyboard and mouse. They aren't bad and great to use to just start playing but I prefer my Logitech G713 and G705 keyboard and mouse combo myself. In terms of upgradability there is a 3rd M.2 slot (first two is used for the SSD and WiFi card) for another SSD and I included a Samsung 990 pro in my computer. Was read and no issues. The Motherboard is Acer OEM and it seems limited tho. As far as gaming goes this has a 3080 and can easily play every game at max settings at 1080p that I've thrown at it. I am currently playing Star Field on this at 4K and around high ish settings getting around 40 fps which isn't bad. Obviously need to lower settings if you want a higher fps . With the ARGB fans and predator Sense app included onto the system you can easily control fan speeds and the color of the ARGB fans. You can easily monitor the temps of the CPU, GPU and the temps inside the case and increase fan speeds manually if needed to keep it cool. I had it on auto and the fans never got loud while playing games.

The Acer Predator Orion 5000 Gaming Desktop is a powerhouse that delivers top-tier performance for serious gamers and power users. With a sleek and aggressive design, it's clear from the get-go that this desktop means business. At its core, the Orion 5000 boasts impressive hardware. The Intel Core i9 processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX graphics card ensure that even the most demanding games and applications run smoothly. This setup also supports ray tracing, taking your gaming experience to a whole new level with stunning visuals. One of the standout features is the impressive cooling system. Acer's IceTunnel 2.0 technology efficiently manages temperature, preventing overheating during long gaming sessions. This ensures consistent performance without any throttling, a crucial aspect for gamers who demand the best. The desktop comes with ample storage options. With a combination of SSD and HDD, you get the best of both worlds - lightning-fast boot times and loading, along with ample storage space for your game library, videos, and more. The RGB lighting is customizable, allowing you to personalize the desktop's aesthetics to your liking. It adds a touch of flair to your gaming setup and syncs with your peripherals for a cohesive look. Connectivity is another strong suit. Multiple USB ports, including USB-C, ensure you can connect all your devices and peripherals without any hassles. It also has Wi-Fi 6 and Ethernet for fast online gaming and seamless streaming. While the Acer Predator Orion 5000 excels in many areas, it does come with a hefty price tag. However, for gamers and power users who demand top-notch performance and are willing to invest in a reliable machine, this desktop is worth every penny. In conclusion, the Acer Predator Orion 5000 Gaming Desktop is a beast of a machine. Its powerful hardware, efficient cooling, and customization options make it a dream for gamers and professionals alike. If you're in the market for a high-end gaming desktop and budget isn't a concern, the Orion 5000 should be at the top of your list. It's a true gaming powerhouse that delivers exceptional performance and style.

The latest Acer Orion 5000 gaming desktop does well to integrate solid components into a big, meaty package. Overall, it's a good prebuilt, not a great one. Here are my overall thoughts on it. For starters, this is a hefty desktop. It’s larger than your traditional smaller desktop that seem to be growing in popularity, but smaller than a full-size case. Upon opening you’ll find a sleek looking case with tidy cables on the inside. There seems to have been an effort to use good cable management and it shows. There also is a keyboard and mouse provided, if needed. The desktop itself looks good, and booting up was easy. I found there was a BIOS update after booting the first time, so I applied that, let the Windows updates install, and then I was on my way. There isn’t a lot of bloatware Inside, you’ll find the following components, which for a prebuilt is not bad at all: 1TB M.2 PCIe Gen 4 (Micron branded) 16GB DDR5 RAM (Samsung branded) RTX3080 (OEM Acer) 2TB HDD (Toshiba 7200rpm) 800w 80+ gold rated PSU (LiteOn branded) Four case fans (RBG, Acer) Air-cooled heatsink WiFi card (Intel Wi-Fi-6E AX211) As far as upgrades go, you will be able to swap out the RAM, drives (there are two open bay slots, as well as an extra NVMe skit), GPU, heatsinks, and even CPU, but you’ll be capped to the proprietary motherboard for the life of the computer. Also, two things to note about swapping things: one RAM slot is covered by the CPU heatsink so it has to be removed to use all four slots. Now, let’s talk a bit about performance. As you probably know, the i7-12700F is a great CPU, and will be for years to come. The same can be said for the RTX3080. While it’s an OEM model, the card itself is massive and I found no hiccups using it across the board for gaming. At 1440p, the 3080 is more than enough, averaging 90-100fps on Ultra settings for most of the latest games, sans Starfield which was closer to 60fps. The 3080 supplied also wasn’t loud, but the default fan system was certainly audible. The CPU wasn’t even pushed that hard, and overall you’ll have no issues hitting 4K with this 3080. That said, the CPU cooling left a bit to be desired. There were times where the CPU temp was sitting in the 80s, which is within operating temperature but shouldn’t need to be that high. The default fan curve needed to be tweaked, and the fans themselves were on the louder side and did an ok job of keeping the unit cooled. There is solid airflow, however. In summary, the Acer Predator Orion 5000 is a capable gaming desktop that delivers solid performance for gaming and productivity tasks. While not the most extravagantly looking or intense system, it gets the job done effectively. I do think the price should be a tad lower than it is, too.

This is a nice mid-level gaming desktop. It doesn’t have top of the line everything, but it couldn’t at this price point, and that’s ok. It seems like quality pre-built gaming desktops are becoming more common and companies like Acer keep working to improve their offerings. For the most part, they didn’t skimp on the hardware and performance is strong and reliable. In some cases, the hardware used is not the newest generation (processor and graphics card), but they are still good products and I’m sure helped control cost. However, I really didn’t notice any lag when playing and was satisfied with the setup. I’ve played on a lot of different gaming devices, from laptops to desktops. This Acer desktop is actually quite a nice setup without breaking the bank. It’s a beast that can handle pretty much anything you can throw at it. I think only more hardcore gamers would notice anything more, and let’s face it, this computer really wasn’t built for them. Despite the graphics card not being the absolute newest on the market, the GeForce RTX 3080 is not slouch. It has dedicated cooling and memory and makes the gaming experience pretty brilliant. You can set this up straight out of the box, but of course you do need to supply your own monitor and speakers (and/or headphones). I have the following recommendations on peripherals to accompany this desktop: 1) don’t skimp on a monitor, get a good gaming monitor that can handle the power of the computer 2) buy a new gaming keyboard and mouse – there are some really nice ones from well known brands that I think will make a better accompaniment to the computer and give you a better gaming experience. However, as far as the Acer desktop goes, this is a quality pre-built gaming computer that will withstand just about anything the average gamer can throw at it.

The Acer - Predator Orion 5000 Gaming Desktop is a great option if you're looking to get into PC gaming. You get everything you need to play the latest AAA games right out of the box.. Overall, the performance of this Acer gaming PC is pretty good. You aren't getting the latest hardware with this set up, but you will definitely be on your way to playing the latest games with ease. I mainly have been playing Starfield on this PC and it has been running pretty good. I have been using a 4k monitor and settings were set at high. I was getting anywhere between 40-60 FPS at these settings. Setting everything to medium bumped the frames up by about 10-15 FPS. Now, Starfield is a demanding game that isn't really optimized for PC yet. However, the overall gaming experience was good. If you play on a 1440P or 1080P monitor I'd say you would be golden. In terms of the hardware, I have a few notes. First off, you will want to get a larger SSD to store all your games and content. I recommend at least a 2TB SSD. Not necessary right away, but you will eventually need one. The second thing I would do is upgrade the cooling system to an all in one cooler. The included air cooler gets the job done but temps did climb to 90c from time to time. I had to crank all the fans up to get it to cool properly while gaming. As far as the rest of the hardware, I'd just upgrade as you can. Out of the box, this is a great PC and an excellent place to start. You even get a mouse and keyboard to get you going. Now for the cons. Some of the hardware like the motherboard and power supply seem a bit cheap. The power supply is not modular so you are stuck with what you get in terms of expandability. The fans can also get pretty loud while playing a demanding game. Lastly, the CPU cooling could have been a bit better in my opinion. Also, there was a decent amount of bloatware I had to get rid of. Overall, I would recommend this PC to anyone wanting to upgrade an old PC or if you are looking to get into PC gaming for the 1st time. It is very capable and I think you will be happy with this Acer gaming PC.