Acer Predator Helios 18 (RTX 5070 Ti & Intel Core Ultra 9) Comparison

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Overview
Brand
Acer
Model
Predator Helios Neo 18 AI
Graphics
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU with 992 AI TOPS, based on Blackwell architecture
RTX 5070 Laptops
RAM
16GB (2x8GB) DDR5 5600MHz SO-DIMM
8GB Laptops
Storage
1TB Gen 4 NVMe SSD
1TB Laptops
Display
18-inch WQXGA (2560x1600) resolution, 16:10 aspect ratio, 240Hz refresh rate, 3ms response time, IPS panel, 100% DCI-P3 color gamut, 500 nits brightness, NVIDIA G-SYNC, NVIDIA Advanced Optimus
Operating System
Windows 11 Home or Pro (not specified, assumed standard)
Weight
null
Color
Black (assumed standard Predator design)
Processor
CPU
Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX
Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX Laptops
Cores
8 cores
Threads
16 threads
Base Clock
3.0 GHz
Max Turbo Boost
up to 5.0 GHz
Cache
24MB L3 cache
TDP
null
Display
Screen Size
18 inches
Resolution
WQXGA (2560x1600)
Refresh Rate
240Hz
Response Time
3ms
Panel Type
IPS
Color Gamut
100% DCI-P3
Brightness
500 nits
Aspect Ratio
16:10
Additional Features
NVIDIA G-SYNC, NVIDIA Advanced Optimus
Graphics
GPU
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU
VRAM
8GB GDDR6 (assumed standard for RTX 5070 Ti)
TGP
null
Ray Tracing
Supported
DLSS Support
DLSS 4
Benchmark Scores
null
Additional Features
Full ray tracing, neural rendering, AI acceleration
Memory
RAM Type
DDR5
RAM Speed
5600MHz
Expandable Memory
Up to 32GB (2x16GB) DDR5 5600MHz SO-DIMM
Storage
Primary Storage
1TB NVMe Gen 4 SSD
Secondary Storage Options
null
RAID Support
null
Gaming Features
Dedicated Gaming Keys
4-Zone RGB Keyboard
RGB Customization
Supported
Game Optimization
PredatorSense software, optimized for gaming performance
Performance
Cooling Technology
Acer's advanced cooling with multiple fans and vapor chamber
Overclocking Support
Supported via PredatorSense
Performance Modes
Multiple modes including Turbo, Balanced, and Quiet
Benchmark Scores
null
Battery
Capacity
null
Backup Time
null
Charging Type
Supports 100W fast charging; 30 minutes to 50%
Power Adapter
Likely 200W or higher (not specified)
Connectivity
WiFi
Killer Wi-Fi 6E
Bluetooth
Supported (version not specified, likely 5.2 or higher)
Ports
USB-C (with Thunderbolt support likely), USB-A, HDMI, Ethernet (RJ45), Audio jack (combo)
Keyboard & Touchpad
Keyboard Type
Mechanical-style 4-Zone RGB Keyboard
Key Travel
null
N-Key Rollover
Supported
Touchpad Features
Precision touchpad with multi-touch support
Audio
Speakers
Stereo speakers, likely downward-firing
Audio Enhancements
Supported via Acer's software, possibly DTS or similar
Dedicated Audio Jack
Yes
Camera
Webcam
Likely 720p HD webcam
Privacy Shutter
Supported
Build & Design
Material
Plastic and metal chassis
Color Options
Black
RGB Lighting
Yes, on keyboard and possibly other accents
Dimensions
null
Special Features
Virtual Reality Ready
Supported
Advanced Cooling
Yes
Software
PredatorSense for system tuning and lighting control
Box Contents
Laptop
Predator Helios Neo 18 AI
Power Adapter
Included (likely 200W or higher)
User Manual
Included
Warranty Card
Included
Additional Accessories
null
Launch Date
Release Date
March 2026
Status
Available

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