The Acer Predator Orion 7000 becomes the official PC of the IEM 2025: the same team that the pros will now will also be available to the public

There are tournaments that mark a before and after, and the IEM COLOGNE 2025 It is already emerging as one of them. Not only because of the level of Counter-Strike teams that meet at the Lanxess Arenabut because, for the first time in the history of the tournament, The public can try and buy the same hardware that professionals use on stage. And we don’t talk about any team: Predator Orion 7000 from Acer He officially becomes the PC of the tournament, and does it in a big way.

This announcement comes from the hand of ESL Faceit Group (EFG)in collaboration with Acer and Intel. Orion 7000 debuts at the IEM Cologne 2025 and will not only be limited to moving the games of the six best teams in the world. It will also be available for attendees to try and experience first hand, which means Play with a first level setup.

A PC made to compete (and win)

Inside, this predator is loaded to the teeth: processor Intel Core Ultra 9 285k, GRAPH NVIDIA GEFORCE RTX 5090 and support for up to 128 GB of DDR5 memory. It is not just a gross power: the Cyclonex 360 predator refrigeration system It maintains everything under control even in intense sessions, and the tempered glass panels allow you to take a look inside without losing that aesthetic Gamer touch that likes it so much.

Is designed to play in 4Kdo high level streaming and face competitive items with total stability. It is the type of PC with which anyone who plays seriously dreams, and in Colonia will be available to the public as never before.

The IEM Cologne, more connected than ever with fans

From August 1 to 3, the Lanxess Aren thousands of fans following each play live. But this year, in addition to encouraging from the stands, attendees can approach the Intel Experience Storewhere you can try the predator Orion 7000 in person, explore accessories and participate in activities with professional players.

Three giants who think about players

From EFG they make it clear: this initiative seeks shorten distances between fans and professionals. Emily FullerVice President of Members Management in EFG, summarizes it as follows: “For the first time, fans can really get closer to the experience of the pros. This is only the principle of what we want to achieve with the ESports ecosystem.”.

By Acer, VINCENT LIN (Vice President of Global Marketing) states that this step is key to the predator brand: “Being present as the official PC of the IEM of Colonia not only makes us visible, but reaffirms our commitment to the Gaming community”.

And from Intel, Josh Newman It also adds to enthusiasm: “Equipate the predator Orion 7000 with our Intel Core Ultra processors demonstrates what we can offer, both elite players and the general public”.

ESports and community, more united than ever

Beyond the show on the screen, this edition of the IEM Cologne reflects a change in the way of living the tournaments. It is no longer just about looking: It is about participating, touching, trying and being part of the experience. And having the possibility to do it with the same team that the best in the world use, without a doubt, marks a new standard in the ESports events.

If you want to know more about this event that has as its protagonist the Acer Predator Orion 7000 you can visit the official website of the event.

Acer Predator 7000 Specifications

• Operating system: Windows 11 Pro (64 bits)
• Processor: Intel Core i9 285k
• RAM: 32 GB DDR5 (expandable up to 64 GB, 2 x 16 GB configuration)
• HDD storage: 2 TB SATA
• SSD storage: 1 TB PCIE
• Dedicated graph: NVIDIA GEFORCE RTX 5090 with up to 24 GB of memory
• Wireless connectivity: Wifi 6 (IEEE 802.11ax) and Bluetooth
• USB ports: 10 in total (includes USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C)
• Video and sound: HDMI, Displayport, Audio Entry and output
• Cooling and expansion: Predator CyClonex 360, 2 PCIE X16, 1 X1 and 3 M.2 interface slots
• Power supply: 800 w
• Dimensions: 48.5 cm (high) x 21.8 cm (width) x 50.5 cm (depth)
• Package content: Predator Po7-640, USB Keyboard and USB Mouse