Acer Predator Helios 18 AI PH18-73 Intel Ultra 9 275HX 32GB 1TB SSD RTX5080 18" NH.QVYEK.002

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 up to an Intel Core Ultra 9 processor, a mesmerizing 4K Mini LED display, and GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU, this machine doesn't just react-it anticipates.

DESKTOP-LEVEL PERFORMANCE, ANYWHERE.
Get legendary gaming performance with the Intel Core Ultra 9 processor, delivering ultra-smooth gameplay and future-ready AI. Offload tasks like background removal and audio optimization to the NPU for seamless streaming, while Intel Application Optimization enhances performance on classic titles.

NVIDIA GEFORCE RTX 50 SERIES LAPTOP GPUS
Powered by NVIDIA Blackwell, GeForce RTX 50 Series Laptop GPUs bring game-changing AI capabilities to gamers and creators. Multiply performance with NVIDIA DLSS 4, generate images at unprecedented speed, and unleash your creativity with NVIDIA Studio.

SEE IT ALL, IN UNCOMPROMISING DETAIL
With up to an 18.0" Mini LED display that delivers stunning visuals with HDR brilliance and a peak brightness of 1000 nits, every scene comes to life, bringing deeper contrasts and sharper details.

6TH GEN AEROBLADE 3D FAN TECHNOLOGY
Engineered for maximum cooling, the 6th Gen AeroBlade 3D Fan features ultra-thin, responsive metal blades that rise and adapt at high speeds, increasing airflow efficiency by 20%!

PRECISION BEYOND THE MECHANICAL
MagKey 4.0 redefines control with pinpoint precision. These next-gen 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 for automatic framing and PurifiedVoice 2.0 for enhanced voice clarity.

ACER PROCAM
Acer ProCam automatically recognizes gameplay highlights and records those moments.

ACER PURIFIEDVIEW 2.0
Step into a world of AI-enhanced clarity with advanced Portrait Refinement, Super Sharp visuals, and automatic framing. Enjoy natural background blur, gaze correction, and Acer TNR for vibrant, sharper images, even in low light. Perfect for seamless virtual meetings, live streaming, and video calls.

ACER PURIFIEDVOICE 2.0
Utilizing AI algorithms and a 3rd mic to identify and suppress unwanted background noise, Acer PurifiedVoice 2.0 delivers distraction-free audio for more engaging communication experiences.

DUAL-MODE DISPLAY
Switch seamlessly between 4K at 120Hz for sharp visuals or FHD at 240Hz for ultra-smooth gameplay. Tailor your display to your needs with a simple toggle, combining precision and performance in one screen.

UNBOUND SPEED AND CONNECTION
Unleash the future with Wi-Fi 7 and Thunderbolt 5 for ultra-fast, low-latency gaming, seamless streaming, and instant data transfer. Connect multiple 4K displays, handle high-speed downloads, and power peripherals without a hitch, wired or wireless.

IMMERSE YOURSELF IN LIGHT AND POWER
This isn't just a machine-it's an experience of light and color, transforming the way you interact with every command. The atmosphere shifts with you, creating an immersive world of control.

MILKYWAY RGB DYNAMIC LIGHTING
A mesmerizing trail of dynamic light flows across the rear, adding a futuristic glow to your setup.

COVER LOGO ILLUMINATION
The iconic logo burns bright, a symbol of power, pulsing with energy as it mirrors every moment of action.

PER-KEY RGB LIGHTING
Customizable per-key RGB lighting makes each keystroke shine, personalizing your keyboard to your style.

INFINITERING L-SHAPE AND PALM REST LIGHTING
A soft, dynamic glow wraps the palm rest and L-frame, drawing you deeper into the action with subtle elegance.

OPTIMIZE WITH INTEL APPLICATION OPTIMIZATION
Experience constant evolution with Intel Application Optimization. AI-driven updates fine-tune your system's performance, giving you the upper hand in select titles. Intel APO ensures smoother gameplay, less latency, and automatic enhancements for the games that matter most.

DISCOVER YOUR NEXT FAVORITE GAME
Play hundreds of PC games with your new Acer Predator Windows 11 PC and three months of PC Game Pass, including EA Play. With new games added all the time, there's always something new to play.

Features


Windows 11 Home


Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX (36MB Cache)


45.7 cm (18") WQXGA 2560 x 16000 IPS, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 (16GB GDDR7)


32GB (4000MHz) DDR5-SDRAM (2 x 16) & 1000GB SSD



Processor


Processor base power

55 W


Processor cache

36 MB


Performance cores

8


Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency

5.4 GHz


Performance-core base frequency

2.7 GHz


Maximum turbo power
0 W


Efficient cores



Processor family

Intel Core Ultra 9


Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency

4.6 GHz


Processor boost frequency

5.4 GHz


Efficient-core base frequency

2.1 GHz


Processor generation

Intel Core Ultra (Series 2)


Processor model

275HX


Processor threads

24


Processor manufacturer

Intel


Processor cores

24



Memory


Internal memory type

DDR5-SDRAM


Memory clock speed

4000 MHz


Internal memory

32 GB


Memory layout (slots x size)

2 x 16 GB


Maximum internal memory
2 GB



Keyboard


Keyboard backlit zone

Per-key RGB


Numeric keypad

Yes


Keyboard backlit colour

RGB


Keyboard layout

QWERTY


Pointing device

Touchpad


Copilot key

Yes


Keyboard backlit

Yes



Ports & interfaces


HDMI ports quantity

1


USB 3?2 Gen 1 (3?1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity

1


USB 3?2 Gen 2x2 Type-C ports quantity

2


Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports

1


USB 3?2 Gen 2 (3?1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity

2


HDMI version

2.1


Combo headphone/mic port

Yes



Security


Cable lock slot type

Kensington


Cable lock slot

Yes


Password protection

Yes


Password protection type

BIOS, Supervisor, User


Trusted Platform Module (TPM)

Yes



Design


Product type

Laptop


Product colour

Black


Form factor

Clamshell


Market positioning

Gaming



Graphics


Discrete graphics memory type

GDDR7


NVIDIA Advanced Optimus

Yes


On-board graphics card family

Intel Graphics


On-board graphics card

Yes


Discrete GPU manufacturer

NVIDIA


On-board graphics card model

Intel Graphics


On-board GPU manufacturer

Intel


Discrete graphics card

Yes


Discrete graphics card memory
GB


Discrete graphics card model

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080



Storage


Storage media

SSD


NVMe

Yes


SSD capacity

1 TB


SSD form factor

M.2


Compatible memory cards

SD


Card reader integrated

Yes


Total SSDs capacity

1 TB


SSD interface

PCI Express 5.0


Total storage capacity

1 TB


Optical drive type

No


Number of SSDs installed

1



Weight & dimensions


Height

29.6 mm


Width

401 mm


Depth

307.9 mm


Weight

3.5 kg



Packaging content


AC adapter included

Yes



Neural processor unit (NPU)


Windows Studio effects support

Yes


GPU performance up to

8 TOPs


Neural processor unit (NPU)

Intel AI Boost


AI software frameworks supported by NPU

DirectML, OpenVINO, Windows ML, ONNX RT, WebNN


Sparsity support

Yes


Total processor performance up to

36 TOPs


NPU performance up to
TOPs



Network


Antenna type

2x2


Bluetooth

Yes


Top Wi-Fi standard

Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)


WLAN controller manufacturer

Killer


Ethernet LAN

Yes


Mobile network connection

No


MIMO type

Multi User MIMO


Wi-Fi standards

802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)


WLAN controller model

Killer Wi-Fi 7 1750x


Wi-Fi band

Tri-band (2.4 GHz / 5 GHz / 6 GHz)


MIMO

Yes


Bluetooth version

5.4


Ethernet LAN data rates

5000 Mbit/s



Battery


Battery technology

Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)


Number of battery cells

4


Battery capacity

99 Wh



Software


Operating system installed

Windows 11 Home



Camera


Front camera HD type

Full HD


Infrared (IR) camera

Yes


Front camera

Yes


Front camera resolution
20 x 1080 pixels



Audio


Number of built-in speakers

6


Built-in microphone

Yes


Number of microphones

3



Power


AC adapter power

400 W



Display


Touchscreen

No


Display technology marketing name

ComfyView


Display surface

Matt


Maximum refresh rate

250 Hz


Display brightness
00 cd/m


Native aspect ratio
:10


Display diagonal

45.7 cm (18")


Panel type

IPS


Display resolution

2560 x 16000 pixels


HD type

WQXGA


Colour gamut
0


RGB colour space

DCI-P3



Packaging data


Package height

425 mm


Package depth

79 mm


Package width

597 mm


Package weight

6.81 kg