Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 AI PHN18-I71-97SZ 18" WQXGA Core Ultra 9 290HX 32GB/1TB RTX 5070 Win11 NH.U60EG.002

Powered by the Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX processor and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU, the Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 AI delivers high-end gaming and AI-accelerated performance in an 18-inch WQXGA 240Hz display.

Overview

The Predator Helios Neo 18 AI is a gaming laptop built for demanding titles and creative workloads. Its 18-inch IPS panel with 2560 x 1600 resolution and 240Hz refresh rate ensures sharp, fluid visuals. The laptop includes 32GB of DDR5 memory and a 1TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD for fast load times and ample storage. Windows 11 Home provides a modern gaming environment, while per-key RGB backlighting and DTS:X Ultra audio enhance immersion.

What stands out

• Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX processor with AI enhancements
• NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU for ray tracing and DLSS
• 18" WQXGA IPS display with 240Hz refresh rate
• 32GB DDR5 RAM and 1TB PCIe Gen4 SSD
• Thunderbolt 4, USB 3.2 Gen2, HDMI 2.1, and RJ-45 connectivity
• Per-key RGB keyboard and FHD webcam

Technical details

• Processor: Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX
• Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU
• Memory: 32GB DDR5
• Storage: 1TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD
• Display: 18" IPS, 2560 x 1600, 240Hz, 16:10
• Wireless: Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3
• Ports: 1x Thunderbolt 4, 3x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A, 1x HDMI 2.1, 1x RJ-45, 1x audio jack
• Battery: 90 Wh
• Colour: Abyssal Black

Our verdict

The Predator Helios Neo 18 AI pairs top-tier components with a high-refresh display, making it a strong choice for gamers and creators who need desktop-class power in a portable form.