Editor's Summary
— The Predator Helios Neo 16S AI is a premium OLED gaming laptop with up to the new Intel Core Ultra 9 processor 386H and NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 50 Series Laptop GPUs housed in a sleek metal chassis.
— The Acer Nitro V AI series welcomes two new members including the Nitro V 16 AI and the slimmer Nitro V 16S AI for mobile gamers.
— All models support Copilot+ PC experiences[1] on Windows 11 and Acer Intelligence Space for AI-enhanced creativity, productivity, and gaming.
Acer today introduced its newest lineup of versatile gaming laptops powered by the latest Intel Core Ultra Series 3 processors, paired with NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 50 Series Laptop GPUs, delivering great performance, premium graphics, and AI-enabled capabilities across the board. The lineup features the Predator Helios Neo 16S AI, Acer Nitro V 16 AI, and Acer Nitro V 16S AI gaming laptops, offering various processor and design options for every type of gamer.
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In addition, Acer announced the new Predator Galea 570 gaming headset and the Predator Cestus gaming mouse for a complete premium gaming experience.
Predator Helios Neo 16S AI: Power Meets Portability
Leading the pack,the Predator Helios Neo 16S AI(PHN16S-I51)isequipped with up to an Intel Core Ultra 9 processor 386H and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070Laptop GPU housed in an 18.9 mm slim metal chassis, fusing durability with a premium aesthetic design. Powered by NVIDIA Blackwell, GeForce RTX 50 Series Laptop GPUs bring game-changing capabilities to gamers and creators. Equipped with a massive level of AI horsepower, the RTX 50 Series enables new experiences and next-level graphics fidelity. Multiply performance with NVIDIA DLSS 4 and generates images at unprecedented speed.
The new Predator laptop sports a 16-inch WQXGA OLED display, delivering stunning contrast and vibrant colors with true HDR imaging support, and accurate pixel clarity for gameplay and creative projects.
Cooling of crucial internals is managed by its state-of-the-art thermal system, witha5th Gen AeroBlade 3D fanandliquid metal thermal grease.It packs up to 64 GB DDR5 6400MT/s memory and up to 2 TB of PCIe storage, ensuring lightning-fast load times and effortless computing.
The device's FHD IR webcam and DTS:X Ultra-infused speakers bring clear-cut audio when in-game, streaming or conferencing. The gaming laptop enhances play with Copilot+ PC experiences[1]on Windows 11 like Live Captions for in-game communication,in addition toAcer Intelligence Space thatsupportscreative and productivity workflows alongside gaming. Itis coupled with premium connectivity support including Intel Killer DoubleShot Pro Wi-Fi 6Eand Thunderbolt™ 4, and high speed I/O ports for flexible use of peripherals and external displays.
Acer Nitro Series: Versatile Gaming for Every User
The new Nitro devices offer a range of performance and portability options for casual gamers and value-conscious users.
The Acer Nitro V 16 AI(ANV16-I51) is powered by up to an Intel Core Ultra 7 processor 355 and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU. It supports up to 32 GB DDR5 RAM and up to 2 TB of SSD storage and offers immersive audiovisuals for gamers and creators. It comes with DTS:X Ultra audio and a FHD IR webcamwith a camera shutterin a streamlined design.
Acer also introduced the Nitro V 16S AI(ANV16S-I51),athin gaming laptop measuring less than 17.9 mm powered by up to an Intel Core Ultra 7 processor 355and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU(798 AI TOPS). It is a great option for casual or on-the-go gamers seeking modern features at an accessible price point. It features a 16-inch WUXGA display, a 4-zone RGB keyboard, Intel Killer Wi-Fi 6E, and a FHD IR webcam with a camera shutter.
All new Predator and Nitro gaming laptops pair powerful hardware withAcerIntelligence Space, a suite of AI-enhanced toolsfor creativity, productivity, and gaming. As Copilot+ PCspowered by Windows 11, they feature an NPU capable of performing over 45 AI TOPS to accelerate on-device AI, enabling unique experiences like Live Captions[2] for real-time translations and Image Creator[3] for custom contentenhancingplay and creationbeyond gaming.
Predator Galea 570 Gaming Headset
The Predator Galea 570gaming headset features 50 mm drivers that deliver deep bass and crisp highs, and the sound and mic settings can be tailored with the Predator QuarterMaster app. ENC (Environmental Noise Cancellation) technology allows for clear communications,whether using the detachable omnidirectional boom mic or the built-in mic, as it continuously suppresses ambient noise to highlight the user's voice. It provides three modes of flexible connectivity, including 2.4 GHz (via USB-A/C dongle), Bluetooth 5.4, or wired, allowing up to 30 hours of lag-free use.
Predator Cestus 530Gaming Mouse
The Predator Cestus 530gaming mouse features a PixArt PAW3395 sensor that delivers unmatched precision and lightning-fast response with up to 26,000 DPI, 650 IPS tracking,and 8,000 Hz polling rate. Triple connectivity modes allow users to seamlessly switch between wired, Bluetooth,and 2.4 GHz wireless. It is rated for 80 million clicks, while the Predator QuarterMaster app lets users tweak performance, buttons, and lighting.
Price and Availability
The Predator Helios Neo 16S AI (PHN16S-I51)will be available in North America in Q3'2026; in EMEA in Q2'2026; and in Australia in Q1'2026.
The Acer Nitro V 16 AI (ANV16-I51) will be available in North America in Q2'2026 2026; in EMEA in Q2'2026; and in Australia in Q2'2026.
The Acer Nitro V 16S AI (ANV16S-I51) will be available in North America in Q3'2026 and in EMEA in Q2'2026.
The Predator Galea 570 will be available in North America in Q1'2026, starting at USD 149; and in EMEA in Q1'2026, starting at EUR 149.
The Predator Cestus 530 will be available in North America in Q1'2026, starting at USD 109; and in EMEA in Q1'2026, starting at EUR 99.
Exact specifications, prices, and availability will vary by region. To learn more about availability, product specifications,and prices in specific markets, please contact your nearest Acer office via www.acer.com.
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