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Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 AI PHN18-72-96LB
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Main specs
| Processor | Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX 2,7GHz |
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| Screen | 18" 2560x1600 IPS 240Hz 100% DCI-P3 |
| Hard drive | 2TB SSD |
| RAM | 32GB DDR5-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home |
| Graphics card | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti 12GB GDDR7 |
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Full specifications of Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 AI PHN18-72-96LB
| Reference / Part Number | NH.QVLEH.00C |
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| Release date | April 2025, 1 year ago |
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
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| Product colour | Black |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Colour name | Shale Black |
| Market positioning | Gaming |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 45,7 cm |
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| Display resolution | 2560 x 1600 pixels |
| Touchscreen | No |
| HD type | WQXGA |
| Panel type | IPS |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:10 |
| Display diagonal (metric) | 45,7 cm |
| RGB colour space | DCI-P3 |
| Colour gamut | 100 % |
| Maximum refresh rate | 240 Hz |
Processor
| Processor family | Intel Core Ultra 9 |
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| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor model | 275HX |
| Processor frequency | 2,7 GHz |
| Processor generation | Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) |
| Processor cores | 24 |
| Processor threads | 24 |
| Processor boost frequency | 5,4 GHz |
| Processor cache | 36 MB |
| Processor cache type | L3 |
Neural processor unit (NPU)
| Neural processor unit (NPU) | Intel AI Boost |
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| AI datatype support on NPU | Int8 |
| AI software frameworks supported by NPU | DirectML,ONNX RT,OpenVINO,WebNN,Windows ML |
| NPU performance up to | 13 TOPs |
Memory
| Internal memory | 32 GB |
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| Maximum internal memory | 64 GB |
| Internal memory type | DDR5-SDRAM |
| Memory data transfer rate | 6400 MT/s |
Storage
| Total storage capacity | 2 TB |
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| Storage media | SSD |
| Optical drive type | No |
| Total SSDs capacity | 2 TB |
| Number of SSDs installed | 2 |
| SSD capacity | 1 TB |
| SSD interface | PCI Express 4.0 |
| NVMe | Yes |
| Self-Encrypting Drive (SED) | Yes |
| 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 graphics card memory | 12 GB |
| Discrete graphics memory type | GDDR7 |
Audio
| Audio system | DTS:X Ultra |
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| Number of built-in speakers | 2 |
| Built-in microphone | Yes |
| Number of microphones | 2 |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
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| Front camera HD type | Full HD |
| Infrared (IR) camera | Yes |
Network
| Mobile network connection | No |
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| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) |
| Wi-Fi standards | 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 |
| Bluetooth version | 5.3 |
Ports & interfaces
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 0 |
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| 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 |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
| HDMI version | 2.1 |
| Thunderbolt 4 ports quantity | 2 |
| Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
| USB Type-C DisplayPort Alternate Mode | Yes |
Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | Yes |
|---|---|
| Pointing device | Touchpad |
| Keyboard backlit | Yes |
| Keyboard backlit zone | 4-zone RGB |
| Keyboard layout | QWERTY |
| Copilot key | Yes |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 11 Home |
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Battery
| Battery capacity | 90 Wh |
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| Battery technology | Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) |
Power
| AC adapter power | 65 W |
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| DC-in jack | Yes |
| USB Power Delivery (USB PD) | Yes |
| USB charging voltage | 5 V |
| USB charging current | 3 A |
Security
| Cable lock slot | Yes |
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| Cable lock slot type | Kensington |
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 3,3 kg |
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| Width | 401 mm |
| Depth | 307,9 mm |
| Height (front) | 1,49 cm |
| Height (rear) | 2,8 cm |
Packaging content
| AC adapter included | Yes |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 AI PHN18-72-96LB 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.
What is the screen of the Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 AI PHN18-72-96LB like?
It carries a 18" 2560x1600 IPS 240Hz 100% DCI-P3 display.
Which processor and graphics card does the Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 AI PHN18-72-96LB 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.
Which operating system does the Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 AI PHN18-72-96LB come with?
It comes with Windows 11 Home preinstalled.
Which ports does the Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 AI PHN18-72-96LB have?
According to its spec sheet: 2 × Thunderbolt 4, 3 × USB-A, 1 × HDMI, Ethernet (RJ-45), card reader, headphone jack (3.5 mm).
Does the Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 AI PHN18-72-96LB have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 AI PHN18-72-96LB 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 PHN18-72-96LB 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 PHN18-72-96LB released?
Its release date is April 2025, 1 year ago.