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Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 AI PHN18-72-952N
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Main specs
| Processor | |
|---|---|
| Screen | 18" 2560x1600 IPS 250Hz 1000 nits |
| Hard drive | 1TB SSD M.2 |
| RAM | 16GB DDR5-SDRAM |
| Operating system | No OS installed |
| Graphics card | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 8GB GDDR7 |
| Other | Keyboard Italian. |
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Full specifications of Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 AI PHN18-72-952N
| Reference / Part Number | NH.QVHET.002 |
|---|---|
| Release date | April 2026, 6 months ago |
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
|---|---|
| Product colour | Black |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Market positioning | Gaming |
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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 brightness | 1000 cd/m² |
| Display diagonal (metric) | 45,7 cm |
| RGB colour space | DCI-P3 |
| 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 | 16 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 16 GB |
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 |
| 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 |
| On-board graphics card model | Intel® Graphics |
| Discrete GPU manufacturer | NVIDIA |
| Discrete graphics card memory | 8 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 |
| Number of microphones | 3 |
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) |
| Antenna type | 2x2 |
| WLAN controller model | Killer Wi-Fi 6E 1675i |
| WLAN controller manufacturer | Killer |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 2500 Mbit/s |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
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 | QWERTY |
| Keyboard language | Italian |
Software
| Operating system installed | No |
|---|
Battery
| Battery capacity | 90 Wh |
|---|---|
| Battery technology | Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) |
| Number of battery cells | 4 |
| Battery life (max) | 4,5 h |
Power
| USB Type-C charging port | Yes |
|---|---|
| AC adapter power | 330 W |
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 3,3 kg |
|---|---|
| Width | 400,9 mm |
| Depth | 307,9 mm |
| Height | 28 mm |
Packaging content
| AC adapter included | Yes |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 AI PHN18-72-952N good for gaming?
You can game on it, though this laptop was not built for it: it carries the dedicated NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
How long does the battery of the Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 AI PHN18-72-952N last?
The manufacturer declares up to 4,5 h of battery life. Real duration depends on brightness, workload and battery health.
What is the screen of the Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 AI PHN18-72-952N like?
It carries a 18" 2560x1600 IPS 250Hz 1000 nits display.
Which processor and graphics card does the Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 AI PHN18-72-952N have?
It runs on the Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX processor with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Which operating system does the Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 AI PHN18-72-952N come with?
It comes with no operating system installed: the price does not include a license and you will have to install one yourself.
Which ports does the Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 AI PHN18-72-952N 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 Neo 18 AI PHN18-72-952N have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 AI PHN18-72-952N 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 18 AI PHN18-72-952N 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 Neo 18 AI PHN18-72-952N released?
Its release date is April 2026, 6 months ago.