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Acer Predator Helios 18 AI PH18-73-962W
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Main specs
| Processor | |
|---|---|
| Screen | 18" 3840x2400 IPS |
| Hard drive | 2TB SSD M.2 |
| RAM | 64GB DDR5-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home |
| Graphics card | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 24GB GDDR7 |
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Full specifications of Acer Predator Helios 18 AI PH18-73-962W
Reference / Part Number
NH.U1RAA.001
Release date
October 2025, 10 months ago
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
|---|---|
| Product color | Black |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Market positioning | Gaming |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 18 " (45,7 cm) |
|---|---|
| Display resolution | 3840 x 2400 pixels |
| Touchscreen | No |
| HD type | UHD+ |
| Panel type | IPS |
| LED backlight | Yes |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:10 |
Processor
| Processor family | Intel Core Ultra 9 |
|---|---|
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor model | 275HX |
| Generación del procesador | Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) |
| Processor cores | 24 |
| Processor threads | 24 |
| Processor boost frequency | 5,4 GHz |
| Núcleos de rendimiento | 8 |
| Núcleos de eficiencia | 16 |
| Frecuencia turbo máxima del núcleo de rendimiento | 5.4 |
| Frecuencia turbo máxima del núcleo de eficiencia | 4.6 |
| Frecuencia base de núcleo de rendimiento | 2.7 |
| Frecuencia base de núcleo eficiente | 2.1 |
| Processor cache | 36 MB |
| Potencia base del procesador | 55 |
| Potencia turbo máxima | 160 |
Unidad de procesamiento neuronal (NPU)
| Unidad de procesamiento neuronal (NPU) | Intel AI Boost |
|---|---|
| Soporte de dispersión | Yes |
| Soporte de efectos de Windows Studio | Yes |
| Entornos de trabajo de software de IA compatibles con el núcleo NPU | DirectML,OpenVINO,Windows ML,ONNX RT,WebNN |
| Rendimiento total del procesador de hasta | 36 |
| Rendimiento del núcleo NPU de hasta | 13 |
| Rendimiento de GPU máximo | 8 |
Memory
| Internal memory | 64 GB |
|---|---|
| Internal memory type | DDR5-SDRAM |
Storage
| Total storage capacity | 2 TB |
|---|---|
| Storage media | SSD |
| Optical drive type | No |
| Total SSDs capacity | 2 TB |
| Number of SSDs installed | 1 |
| SSD capacity | 2 TB |
| SSD interface | PCI Express 5.0 |
| NVMe | Yes |
| SSD form factor | M.2 |
| Card reader integrated | Yes |
| Compatible memory cards | SD |
Graphics
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
|---|---|
| Discrete graphics card | Yes |
| Discrete graphics card model | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 |
| On-board graphics card model | Intel Graphics |
| Discrete GPU manufacturer | NVIDIA |
| Discrete graphics card memory | 24 GB |
| Discrete graphics memory type | GDDR7 |
| Fabricante de GPU (unidad de procesamiento gráfico) integrada | Intel |
| On-board graphics card family | Intel Graphics |
Audio
| Number of built-in speakers | 6 |
|---|---|
| Built-in microphone | Yes |
| Number of microphones | 3 |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
|---|
Network
| Mobile network connection | No |
|---|---|
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| Wi-Fi standards | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| Antenna type | 2x2 |
| WLAN controller model | Killer Wi-Fi 7 1750x |
| WLAN controller manufacturer | Killer |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 5000 Mbit/s |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 5.4 |
Ports & interfaces
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 0 |
|---|---|
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 1 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C ports quantity | 0 |
| HDMI ports quantity | 1 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity | 2 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C ports quantity | 2 |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
| Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | Yes |
|---|---|
| Pointing device | Touchpad |
| Keyboard backlit | Yes |
| Keyboard backlit color | RGB |
| Zona retroiluminada del teclado | Per-key RGB |
| Tecla Copilot | Yes |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 11 Home |
|---|---|
| Operating system architecture | 64-bit |
Battery
| Battery capacity | 99 Wh |
|---|---|
| Battery technology | Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) |
| Battery life (max) | 5,5 h |
Control de energía
| Puerto de carga USB tipo C | Yes |
|---|---|
| AC adapter power | 400 W |
Security
| Cable lock slot | Yes |
|---|---|
| Cable lock slot type | Kensington |
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) | Yes |
| Password protection | Yes |
| Password protection type | HDD,Supervisor,User |
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 7.7 lbs (3,5 kg) |
|---|---|
| Width | 15.8 " (401 mm) |
| Depth | 12.1 " (307,9 mm) |
| Height | 1.2 " (29,6 mm) |
Packaging content
| AC adapter included | Yes |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Acer Predator Helios 18 AI PH18-73-962W good for gaming?
You can game on it, though this laptop was not built for it: it carries the dedicated NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
How long does the battery of the Acer Predator Helios 18 AI PH18-73-962W last?
The manufacturer declares up to 5,5 h of battery life. Real duration depends on brightness, workload and battery health.
What is the screen of the Acer Predator Helios 18 AI PH18-73-962W like?
It carries a 18" 3840x2400 IPS display.
Which processor and graphics card does the Acer Predator Helios 18 AI PH18-73-962W have?
It runs on the Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX processor with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Which operating system does the Acer Predator Helios 18 AI PH18-73-962W come with?
It comes with Windows 11 Home preinstalled.
Which ports does the Acer Predator Helios 18 AI PH18-73-962W have?
According to its spec sheet: 3 × USB-A, 1 × HDMI, Ethernet (RJ-45), card reader, headphone jack (3.5 mm).
Does the Acer Predator Helios 18 AI PH18-73-962W have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the Acer Predator Helios 18 AI PH18-73-962W have a touch screen?
No, according to its spec sheet the screen is not a touch screen.
How much does the Acer Predator Helios 18 AI PH18-73-962W weigh?
It weighs 3,5 kg: one of the heavy ones, more of a desk machine than a daily commuter.
When was the Acer Predator Helios 18 AI PH18-73-962W released?
Its release date is October 2025, 10 months ago.