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Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI HELIOS U9 290HX 32GB 1TB 5080 BLK
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Main specs
| Processor | |
|---|---|
| Screen | 16" 2560x1600 IPS 240Hz 500 nits 100% DCI-P3 |
| Hard drive | 1TB SSD M.2 |
| RAM | 32GB DDR5-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home |
| Graphics card | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 16GB GDDR7 |
| Other | Keyboard UK English. |
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Full specifications of Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI HELIOS U9 290HX 32GB 1TB 5080 BLK
| Reference / Part Number | NH.U46EK.001 |
|---|---|
| Release date | January 2026, 7 months ago |
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
|---|---|
| Product colour | Black |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Colour name | Black |
| Market positioning | Gaming |
| Country of origin | China |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 40,6 cm |
|---|---|
| Display resolution | 2560 x 1600 pixels |
| Touchscreen | No |
| Foldable display | No |
| HD type | WQXGA |
| Panel type | IPS |
| Display technology marketing name | ComfyView |
| LED backlight | Yes |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:10 |
| Display surface | Matt |
| Display brightness | 500 cd/m² |
| Maximum display brightness (HDR) | 500 cd/m² |
| RGB colour space | DCI-P3 |
| Colour gamut | 100 % |
| Display response rise/fall | 3 ms |
| Maximum refresh rate | 240 Hz |
| Anti-microbial screen | No |
Processor
| Processor family | Intel Core Ultra 9 |
|---|---|
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor model | 290HX Plus |
| Processor frequency | 5,5 GHz |
| Processor generation | Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) |
| Processor cores | 24 |
| Processor threads | 24 |
| Performance cores | 8 |
| Efficient cores | 16 |
| Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency | 5,5 GHz |
| Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency | 4,7 GHz |
| Processor cache | 32 MB |
| L2 cache | 40 MB |
| Processor operating modes | 64-bit |
| Processor base power | 55 W |
| Maximum turbo power | 160 W |
Neural processor unit (NPU)
| Copilot+ PC | No |
|---|---|
| Neural processor unit (NPU) | Intel AI Boost |
| Total processor performance up to | 36 TOPs |
| NPU performance up to | 13 TOPs |
Memory
| Internal memory | 32 GB |
|---|---|
| Maximum internal memory | 64 GB |
| Internal memory type | DDR5-SDRAM |
| Memory clock speed | 6400 MHz |
Storage
| Total storage capacity | 1 TB |
|---|---|
| Storage media | SSD |
| Optical drive type | No |
| Total SSDs capacity | 1 TB |
| Number of SSDs installed | 1 |
| SSD capacity | 1 TB |
| SSD interface | PCI Express 4.0 |
| NVMe | Yes |
| SSD form factor | M.2 |
Graphics
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
|---|---|
| Discrete graphics card | Yes |
| Discrete graphics card model | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 |
| On-board graphics card model | Intel® Graphics |
| Discrete GPU manufacturer | NVIDIA |
| Discrete graphics card memory | 16 GB |
| Discrete graphics memory type | GDDR7 |
| On-board graphics card cores | 4 |
Audio
| Audio system | DTS:X Ultra |
|---|---|
| Spatial audio | Yes |
| Built-in speaker(s) | Yes |
| Number of built-in speakers | 2 |
| Built-in microphone | Yes |
| Number of microphones | 3 |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
|---|---|
| Front camera resolution (numeric) | 2 MP |
| Front camera resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Front camera HD type | Full HD |
Network
| Mobile network connection | No |
|---|---|
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Wi-Fi standards | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax),Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax),Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac),Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n),802.11g,802.11b,802.11a |
| Wi-Fi band | Tri-band (2.4 GHz / 5 GHz / 6 GHz) |
| Antenna type | 2x2 |
| WLAN controller model | Killer Wi-Fi 6E 1675i |
| WLAN controller manufacturer | Intel |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 5000 Mbit/s |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 5.4 |
| MIMO | Yes |
| MIMO type | Multi User MIMO |
Ports & interfaces
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 1 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| HDMI version | 2.1 |
| Thunderbolt 4 ports quantity | 1 |
| Intel® Thunderbolt 4 | Yes |
| Headphone outputs | 1 |
| Microphone in | Yes |
| Line-in | Yes |
| Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
| HDMI | Yes |
| HDCP | Yes |
| USB ports quantity | 5 |
| USB Type-C DisplayPort Alternate Mode | Yes |
| USB Sleep-and-Charge | Yes |
| USB Sleep-and-Charge ports | 1 |
Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | Yes |
|---|---|
| Pointing device | Touchpad |
| Keyboard backlit | Yes |
| Keyboard backlit colour | RGB |
| Keyboard language | UK English |
| Copilot key | Yes |
| Keyboard special features | Predator Sense Key |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 11 Home |
|---|
Battery
| Battery capacity | 92 Wh |
|---|---|
| Battery technology | Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) |
| Number of battery cells | 4 |
| Battery life (max) | 8 h |
| Continuous video playback time (max) | 10 h |
Power
| USB Type-C charging port | Yes |
|---|---|
| USB Type-C required charging power (max) | 100 W |
| AC adapter power | 330 W |
| USB Power Delivery (USB PD) | Yes |
| USB charging voltage | 20 V |
Security
| Fingerprint reader | No |
|---|
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 2,7 kg |
|---|---|
| Width | 356,8 mm |
| Depth | 275,5 mm |
| Height | 26,8 mm |
Packaging data
| Package width | 80 mm |
|---|---|
| Package depth | 548 mm |
| Package height | 346 mm |
| Package weight | 4,74 kg |
Packaging content
| AC adapter included | Yes |
|---|---|
| Mouse included | No |
| Keyboard included | Yes |
Other features
| Security features | Kensington lock Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) solution |
|---|---|
| Chipset | Intel® |
| Manufacturer | Acer, Inc |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI HELIOS U9 290HX 32GB 1TB 5080 BLK good for gaming?
You can game on it, though this laptop was not built for it: it carries the dedicated NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
How long does the battery of the Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI HELIOS U9 290HX 32GB 1TB 5080 BLK last?
The manufacturer declares up to 8 h of battery life. Real duration depends on brightness, workload and battery health.
What is the screen of the Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI HELIOS U9 290HX 32GB 1TB 5080 BLK like?
It carries a 16" 2560x1600 IPS 240Hz 500 nits 100% DCI-P3 display.
Which processor and graphics card does the Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI HELIOS U9 290HX 32GB 1TB 5080 BLK have?
It runs on the Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus processor with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Which operating system does the Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI HELIOS U9 290HX 32GB 1TB 5080 BLK come with?
It comes with Windows 11 Home preinstalled.
Which ports does the Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI HELIOS U9 290HX 32GB 1TB 5080 BLK have?
According to its spec sheet: 1 × Thunderbolt 4, 2 × USB-C, 3 × USB-A, 1 × HDMI, Ethernet (RJ-45), headphone jack (3.5 mm).
Does the Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI HELIOS U9 290HX 32GB 1TB 5080 BLK have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI HELIOS U9 290HX 32GB 1TB 5080 BLK have a touch screen?
No, according to its spec sheet the screen is not a touch screen.
How much does the Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI HELIOS U9 290HX 32GB 1TB 5080 BLK weigh?
It weighs 2,7 kg: one of the heavy ones, more of a desk machine than a daily commuter.
When was the Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI HELIOS U9 290HX 32GB 1TB 5080 BLK released?
Its release date is January 2026, 7 months ago.