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Acer Predator Helios 18 AI PHN18-72-94HW
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Main specs
| Processor | |
|---|---|
| Screen | 18" 2560x1600 IPS 250Hz |
| Hard drive | 2TB SSD M.2 |
| RAM | 64GB DDR5-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home |
| Graphics card | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti 12GB GDDR7 |
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Reference / Part Number
NH.QVLEG.003
Release date
August 2025, 1 year ago
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
|---|---|
| Product colour | Black |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Market positioning | Gaming |
| Original brand name | Acer |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 45,7 cm |
|---|---|
| Display resolution | 2560 x 1600 pixels |
| Touchscreen | No |
| HD type | WQXGA |
| Panel type | IPS |
| Display technology marketing name | ComfyView |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:10 |
| Display surface | Matt |
| Display diagonal (metric) | 45,7 cm |
| Maximum refresh rate | 250 Hz |
Processor
| Processor family | Intel Core Ultra 9 |
|---|---|
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor model | 275HX |
| Processor generation | Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) |
| Processor cores | 24 |
| Processor threads | 24 |
| Processor boost frequency | 5,4 GHz |
| Performance cores | 8 |
| Efficient cores | 16 |
| Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency | 5,4 GHz |
| Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency | 4,6 GHz |
| Performance-core base frequency | 2,7 GHz |
| Efficient-core base frequency | 2,1 GHz |
| Processor cache | 36 MB |
| Processor base power | 55 W |
| Maximum turbo power | 160 W |
Neural processor unit (NPU)
| Neural processor unit (NPU) | Intel AI Boost |
|---|---|
| Sparsity support | Yes |
| Windows Studio effects support | Yes |
| AI software frameworks supported by NPU | DirectML,OpenVINO,Windows ML,ONNX RT,WebNN |
| Total processor performance up to | 36 TOPs |
| NPU performance up to | 13 TOPs |
| GPU performance up to | 8 TOPs |
Memory
| Internal memory | 64 GB |
|---|---|
| Maximum internal memory | 64 GB |
| Internal memory type | DDR5-SDRAM |
| Memory clock speed | 6400 MHz |
| Memory form factor | SO-DIMM |
| Memory layout (slots x size) | 2 x 32 GB |
| Memory slots | 2x SO-DIMM |
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 |
| NVMe | Yes |
| SSD form factor | M.2 |
| Card reader integrated | Yes |
| Compatible memory cards | MicroSD (TransFlash) |
Graphics
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
|---|---|
| Discrete graphics card | Yes |
| Discrete graphics card model | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti |
| On-board graphics card model | Intel® Graphics |
| Discrete GPU manufacturer | NVIDIA |
| Discrete graphics card memory | 12 GB |
| Discrete graphics memory type | GDDR7 |
| On-board GPU manufacturer | Intel |
| On-board graphics card family | Intel® Graphics |
Audio
| Number of built-in speakers | 2 |
|---|---|
| Built-in microphone | Yes |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
|---|---|
| Front camera resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Front camera HD type | Full HD |
Network
| Mobile network connection | No |
|---|---|
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) |
| Wi-Fi standards | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) |
| Antenna type | 2x2 |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 2500 Mbit/s |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 5.3 |
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 2 (3.1 Gen 2) 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 colour | RGB |
| Keyboard backlit zone | 4-zone RGB |
| Keyboard layout | QWERTZ |
| Keyboard language | German |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 11 Home |
|---|---|
| Operating system architecture | 64-bit |
Battery
| Battery capacity | 90 Wh |
|---|---|
| Battery technology | Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) |
| Number of battery cells | 4 |
| Battery life (max) | 5 h |
Power
| USB Type-C charging port | Yes |
|---|---|
| AC adapter power | 330 W |
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 3,3 kg |
|---|---|
| Width | 405 mm |
| Depth | 307,9 mm |
| Height | 28 mm |
Packaging content
| AC adapter included | Yes |
|---|
Frequently asked questions
Is the Acer Predator Helios 18 AI PHN18-72-94HW good for gaming?
You can game on it, though this laptop was not built for it: it carries the dedicated NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
How long does the battery of the Acer Predator Helios 18 AI PHN18-72-94HW last?
The manufacturer declares up to 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 PHN18-72-94HW like?
It carries a 18" 2560x1600 IPS 250Hz display.
Which processor and graphics card does the Acer Predator Helios 18 AI PHN18-72-94HW have?
It runs on the Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX processor with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Can the RAM of the Acer Predator Helios 18 AI PHN18-72-94HW be upgraded?
It has 2 memory slots, but it already ships with the maximum it takes (64 GB).
Which operating system does the Acer Predator Helios 18 AI PHN18-72-94HW come with?
It comes with Windows 11 Home preinstalled.
Which ports does the Acer Predator Helios 18 AI PHN18-72-94HW have?
According to its spec sheet: 2 × USB-C, 3 × USB-A, 1 × HDMI, Ethernet (RJ-45), card reader, headphone jack (3.5 mm).
Does the Acer Predator Helios 18 AI PHN18-72-94HW have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the Acer Predator Helios 18 AI PHN18-72-94HW 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 PHN18-72-94HW weigh?
It weighs 3,3 kg: one of the heavy ones, more of a desk machine than a daily commuter.
When was the Acer Predator Helios 18 AI PHN18-72-94HW released?
Its release date is August 2025, 1 year ago.