Acer Predator PH18-73-97XC Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX Laptop 45.7 cm (18") WQXGA 64 GB DDR5-SDRAM 1 TB SSD NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) Windows 11 Pro Black

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.

GAME CHANGER
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.

DLSS 4
SUPREME SPEED. SUPERIOR VISUALS. POWERED BY AI.
DLSS is a revolutionary suite of neural rendering technologies that uses AI to boost FPS, reduce latency, and improve image quality. The latest breakthrough, DLSS 4, brings new Multi Frame Generation and enhanced Ray Reconstruction and Super Resolution, powered by GeForce RTX™ 50 Series GPUs and fifth-generation Tensor Cores. DLSS on GeForce RTX is the best way to play, backed by an NVIDIA AI supercomputer in the cloud constantly improving your PC’s gaming capabilities.

FULL RAY TRACING WITH NEURAL RENDERING
GAME-CHANGING REALISM
The NVIDIA Blackwell architecture unlocks the game-changing realism of full ray tracing. Experience cinematic quality visuals at unprecedented speed powered by GeForce RTX 50 Series with fourth-gen RT Cores and breakthrough neural rendering technologies accelerated with fifth-gen Tensor Cores.

REFLEX 2
COMPETE AT WARP SPEED
Reflex technologies optimize the graphics pipeline for ultimate responsiveness, providing faster target acquisition, quicker reaction times, and improved aim precision in competitive games. Reflex 2 introduces Frame Warp, which further reduces latency based on the game’s latest mouse input.

RTX AI PC
NVIDIA POWERS THE WORLD’S AI. AND YOURS.
Upgrade to advanced AI with NVIDIA GeForce RTX™ GPUs and accelerate your gaming, creating, productivity, and development. Thanks to built-in AI processors, you get world-leading AI technology powering your Windows PC.

NVIDIA BLACKWELL MAX-Q
OPTIMIZED POWER AND PERFORMANCE
Max-Q is designed from the ground up for maximum efficiency, delivering a massive leap in performance and battery life.

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.

PREDATOR VOX: SIX SPEAKER AUDIO IMMERSION
Predator Vox is a patented speaker system built for high-fidelity nearfield audio which enhances directionality, clarity, and immersive range.

PATENTED TUBE DESIGN
Internal channels stabilize waveform output to reduce muddiness, keeping sound sharp and distortion-free at higher volumes.

DEDICATED BASS AND TREBLE
A 2-way speaker setup separates bass and treble frequencies for cleaner projection and richer, full-spectrum sound.

WIDE AND CLEAR STAGE
Covers more horizontal space than typical laptop speakers, helping you locate enemies and track movement with sharper directional audio.

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 Acer PurifiedVoice 2.0 for enhanced voice clarity.

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

ACER PURIFIEDVIEW
Experience automatic framing, advanced background blur, and gaze correction for AI-enhanced video calls, while Acer TNR steps in for sharper images in low light.

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.

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