Acer Predator Helios 18: Huge gaming laptop announced with 250Hz mini LED display, Intel Raptor Lake HX processors and GeForce RTX 4000 graphics

With CPU and GPU TDPs skyrocketing, it was solely a matter of time earlier than 18-inch laptops got here again from the lifeless. Acer is likely one of the first OEMs to reinvigorate the not-so-portable kind issue with the shiny new Predator Helios 18. Acer’s Predator lineup usually affords top-notch {hardware}, and the Predator Helios 18 isn’t any exception. There’s additionally an exorbitant price ticket to go together with it.

The Acer Predator Helios 18 has an 18-inch show. It’s accessible in numerous configurations, together with WUXGA (1,920 x 1,200) 165 Hz, WQXGA (2,560 x 1,600) 165 Hz, WQXGA 240 Hz and eventually WQXGA 250 Hz with mini LED show. The AU Optronics mini LED panel has a peak brightness of 1,000 nits and covers 100% of the DCI-P3 shade gamut. The keyboard additionally affords a mini-LED backlight per key, complemented by loads of RGB.

Because the processor for the Acer Predator Helios 18, you’ll be able to select between Intel Core i9-13900HX or Core i7-13700HX. Graphics card choices should not specified, however Acer’s newly launched GeForce RTX 4090 or RTX 4080 in Chassis. Acer’s fifth technology AeroBlade followers, liquid metallic and Vector Warmth pipes ought to assist forestall power-hungry elements from overheating.

The Acer Predator Helios 18 is powered by a 4-cell 90Wh battery that requires a strong 330W charger. The laptop computer can weigh as much as 3.25 kilograms (7.1 lb), which isn’t shocking. Acer has added two Thunderbolt 4.0 ports, an HDMI 2.1 port, an unspecified variety of USB 3.2 Gen2 Kind-A ports, and a Killer Wi-Fi 6 module and Killer Ethernet jack. Gamers in EMEA and China can buy the sport beast first, with costs beginning at 2,499 Euros and 20,999 RMB. It’s going to hit the North American coasts in March for US$1,650.

I have been an avid PC gamer since I used to be 8 years outdated. My ardour for gaming ultimately pushed me in direction of normal tech, and on the age of 19 I bought my first writing job. I’ve a level in mechanical engineering and several other different publications reminiscent of manufacturing business and Wccftech earlier than becoming a member of Notebookcheck in November 2019. I cowl quite a lot of matters, together with smartphones, video games, and laptop {hardware}.