RTX 5090, up to 256 GB of RAM and dual-mode 4K@120 and FHD@240 display

Acer has announced the launch of the Predator Helios 18 AI (PH18-I71)a full-fledged gaming laptop, large and powerful, aimed at users looking for desktop performance in a portable system.

In its most powerful configuration, the laptop incorporates the new processor Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus and the graph NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 with 24 GB of dedicated GDDR7 video memory based on the Blackwell architecture. To manage temperatures, the brand has implemented a cooling system composed of two 6th generation Predator AeroBlade 3D metal fans with 0.05 mm blades, accompanied by heatpipes and liquid metal thermal paste. Memory options go up to 256GB DDR5, along with up to 6TB storage via three NVMe PCIe Gen 5 SSD slots.

The Predator Helios 18 AI (PH18-I71) includes a dual-mode display capable of running at 4K@120 or FHD@240

The screen mounts an 18-inch Mini LED panel with 16:10 format and 4K WQUXGA resolution, which offers 1000 nits of maximum brightness in HDR mode and 100% DCI-P3 color coverage. Its main feature is the function Dual-Modewhich allows the user to switch between a resolution 4K at 120Hz for greater definition or switch to Full HD at 240Hz to prioritize fluidity in competitive environments. The technical section is completed with Intel Killer Wi-Fi 7 connectivity, two Thunderbolt 5 ports and a six-speaker audio system.

Its arrival in the Spanish market is scheduled for August 2026.

Technical specifications of the Acer Preadtor Helios 18 AI PH18-I71

• Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus Processor

  • 24 cores and 24 threads
  • Base frequency: 2.7 GHz (up to 5.5 GHz)
  • Cache: 36MB
  • Neural Processor: Integrated Intel AI Boost NPU

• RAM memory
• Storage

  • Up to 6TB total capacity
  • 3x M.2 NVMe PCIe Gen 5 slots available

• 18 inch Mini LED Screen

  • Resolution: 4K WQUXGA (3840 x 2400)
  • Aspect ratio: 16:10
  • Dual-Mode display (allows you to switch between 4K at 120 Hz or FHD at 240 Hz)
  • Brightness: 1000 nits (HDR mode)
  • 100% DCI-P3 and Calman Verified certification (Delta E less than 2)
  • Technologies: NVIDIA Advanced Optimus and NVIDIA G-SYNC

• Graphic card

  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU
  • 24GB GDDR7 VRAM

• Wireless and Network Connectivity

  • Intel Killer Wi-Fi 7 BE1750x
  • Intel Killer Ethernet E5000B (RJ-45)
  • Intel Killer DoubleShot Pro
  • Bluetooth 5.4

• Physical Connectivity

  • 2x Thunderbolt 5 Type-C
  • 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A
  • 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A
  • 1x HDMI 2.1
  • 1x SD card reader
  • 1x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack
  • 1x DC current input (DC-In)

• Camera and Audio

  • PurifiedView AI-assisted FHD (1920 x 1080) IR webcam
  • 6-speaker system with Predator Vox technology
  • Support for DTS:X Ultra
  • Acer PurifiedVoice AI noise reduction with microphone array

• Keyboard

  • Per-key RGB backlit keyboard
  • Support for Predator MagKey 4.0 mechanical switches

• Battery and Power
• Dimensions, Weight and Resistance

  • 400.96 x 307.9 x 17.3 to 29.55 mm
  • Weight: 3.5kg
  • Cooling: 6th Gen Predator AeroBlade 3D fans, vector heat pipe, and liquid metal thermal grease
  • Kensington Lock security slot

• Operating System

  • Windows 11 Home / Windows 11 Pro

• Accessories and Extra Functions

  • Software: PredatorSense and Acer Intelligence Space
  • 3-month PC Game Pass subscription