Key Takeaways
1. The Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 AI (PHN18-I71) features upgraded processors: Core Ultra 7 270HX Plus or Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus, compared to last year’s models.
2. The new model is equipped with the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080, enhancing graphics performance over the previous version’s RTX 5070 Ti.
3. The Mini LED display option from last year is removed, replaced by a 240 Hz IPS screen with 2.5K resolution and 500 nits peak brightness.
4. The battery capacity has increased from 90 Wh to 92 Wh, resulting in a slight weight increase to 3.4 kg.
5. The PHN18-I71 will launch in Africa, Europe, and the Middle East in June, with availability in Australia and North America in July.
Acer has refreshed the Predator Helios Neo 18 AI, more than a year after it first introduced the PHN18-72 model. Although Nvidia has not released any new laptop GPUs lately, the PHN18-I71 showcases a significant GPU enhancement compared to its earlier version. Additionally, the latest Predator Helios Neo 18 AI features quicker processors as well.
New Processor Options
The PHN18-I71 model will come equipped with either the Core Ultra 7 270HX Plus or the Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus. For reference, last year’s PHN18-72 was fitted with the Core Ultra 7 255HX and the Core Ultra 9 275HX. Furthermore, the previous version could be configured with a maximum of the GeForce RTX 5070 Ti (currently priced at $2,444 on Amazon).
Enhanced Graphics
In contrast, the upgraded PHN18-I71 pairs these Arrow Lake-HX Plus processors with the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080. Acer has yet to disclose the maximum power for this GPU. Nonetheless, the previous Predator Helios Neo 18 was capable of delivering up to 140 W with Dynamic Boost.
Display and Battery Changes
Interestingly, the Mini LED display option from last year’s version is no longer available. This year, Acer is presenting a 240 Hz IPS screen with a 2.5K resolution, 500 nits peak brightness, 3 ms response time, and complete 100% DCI-P3 color space coverage. On the other hand, the Helios Neo 18’s battery capacity has increased from 90 Wh to 92 Wh, resulting in a weight gain of 200 g, bringing the total to 3.4 kg. The PHN18-I71 is set to launch in Africa, Europe, and the Middle East starting in June, with availability in Australia and North America following in July.
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