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Series

Predator Helios 18 AI1Press releasenews.acer.com/acer-introduces-predator-helios-18-ai-the-ultimate-gaming-laptopRead 15 October 2026

Predator Helios Neo 18 AI1Maker product pageblog.acer.com/en/discussion/3555/helios-neo-18-ai-18-inch-gaming-laptop-with-rtx-5070-tiRead 14 October 2026

Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

PH18-I71-90WJ, NH.U82AA.0012Maker product pageacer.com/us-en/predator/laptops/helios/helios-18-ai/pdp/NH.U82AA.001Read 15 October 2026Acer US tech specs page titled PH18-I71-90WJ with part number NH.U82AA.001. The sibling PH18-I71-94ZL (NH.U83AA.001) is another GPU configuration and is not stored here. Acer's site does not answer direct requests from the agent, so this page was read through a search engine extract of the page text and not opened directly.

PHN18-72-92Y3, NH.U0HAA.0021Maker product pageblog.acer.com/en/discussion/3555/helios-neo-18-ai-18-inch-gaming-laptop-with-rtx-5070-tiRead 14 October 2026Acer Corner article on the exact PHN18-72-92Y3. It lists Core Ultra 9 275HX, RTX 5070 Ti with 12 GB, 16 GB DDR5, 1 TB SSD and an 18 inch WQXGA 240 Hz IPS. Part number NH.U0HAA.002 is the US part number shown in the Amazon.com listing. The Acer US product page for this part was not reachable, so no maker spec table was read for the exact SKU.4Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0FMZJ18CMRead 14 October 2026Amazon.com listing for PHN18-72-92Y3 shows Mfr Part Number NH.U0HAA.002, model year 2025, 16 GB RAM, 1 TB Gen 4 SSD and 240 Hz G-SYNC.6Spec databasekelaptop.com/en/acer-predator-helios-neo-18-ai-phn18-72-92y3-nh-u0haa-002Read 14 October 2026

GTIN / EAN

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1951332861144Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0FMZJ18CMRead 14 October 2026UPC 195133286114 is shown in the item details.

AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

29 May 20261Press releasenews.acer.com/acer-introduces-predator-helios-18-ai-the-ultimate-gaming-laptopRead 15 October 2026Acer press release dated 05/29/2026 from Taipei (Computex 2026) announces the Predator Helios 18 AI (PH18-I71).

7 February 20252Press releasenews.acer.com/acer-launches-new-predator-helios-neo-ai-gaming-laptops-with-next-gen-processors-and-gpusRead 14 October 2026Maker press release dated February 7, 2025 announces the Predator Helios Neo 18 AI (PHN18-72).

Status

Available5Retailer pagebestbuy.com/product/acer-predator-helios-ai-gaming-laptop-18-mini-led-intel-ultra-9-290hx-plus-2026-rtx-5090-32gb-memory-1tb-storage-abyssal-black/JJ8V8HPG64Read 15 October 2026Listing is for sale new at Best Buy. Stock changes.

Available4Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0FMZJ18CMRead 14 October 2026The listing is live. Stock varies by seller. The Acer Canada store marks the 92Y3 as end of life and some US stores show it out of stock, so availability is not guaranteed.

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

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SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

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Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

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MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

US2Maker product pageacer.com/us-en/predator/laptops/helios/helios-18-ai/pdp/NH.U82AA.001Read 15 October 2026US store page of Acer.5Retailer pagebestbuy.com/product/acer-predator-helios-ai-gaming-laptop-18-mini-led-intel-ultra-9-290hx-plus-2026-rtx-5090-32gb-memory-1tb-storage-abyssal-black/JJ8V8HPG64Read 15 October 2026Best Buy US listing.

US4Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0FMZJ18CMRead 14 October 2026

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Abyssal Black5Retailer pagebestbuy.com/product/acer-predator-helios-ai-gaming-laptop-18-mini-led-intel-ultra-9-290hx-plus-2026-rtx-5090-32gb-memory-1tb-storage-abyssal-black/JJ8V8HPG64Read 15 October 2026Best Buy listing of model PH18-I71-90WJ (SKU 6681255) names the color Abyssal Black. The Acer spec page says Black.

Abyssal Black1Maker product pageblog.acer.com/en/discussion/3555/helios-neo-18-ai-18-inch-gaming-laptop-with-rtx-5070-tiRead 14 October 2026

Segment

Gaming1Press releasenews.acer.com/acer-introduces-predator-helios-18-ai-the-ultimate-gaming-laptopRead 15 October 2026Acer calls it a gaming laptop and the flagship of the Predator line.

Gaming1Maker product pageblog.acer.com/en/discussion/3555/helios-neo-18-ai-18-inch-gaming-laptop-with-rtx-5070-tiRead 14 October 2026

Form factor

Clamshell5Retailer pagebestbuy.com/product/acer-predator-helios-ai-gaming-laptop-18-mini-led-intel-ultra-9-290hx-plus-2026-rtx-5090-32gb-memory-1tb-storage-abyssal-black/JJ8V8HPG64Read 15 October 2026Product photos and the listing show an ordinary hinged clamshell.

Clamshell4Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0FMZJ18CMRead 14 October 2026Item details say clamshell.

Chassis

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DimensionsiClosed laptop body size. Minimum and maximum thickness describe the front and rear or other points stated by the maker.

Width400.96Depth307.9Thickness (min)17.3Thickness (max)29.55mm(15.8 × 12.1 × 0.7 to 1.2 in)1Press releasenews.acer.com/acer-introduces-predator-helios-18-ai-the-ultimate-gaming-laptopRead 15 October 2026Table says 400.96 (L) x 307.9 (D) x 17.3~29.55 (H) mm. The US spec page says 15.8 x 12.1 x 1.16 inch and Best Buy says 15.79 x 12.12 x 1.16 inch, which matches the maximum height of 29.55 mm.5Retailer pagebestbuy.com/product/acer-predator-helios-ai-gaming-laptop-18-mini-led-intel-ultra-9-290hx-plus-2026-rtx-5090-32gb-memory-1tb-storage-abyssal-black/JJ8V8HPG64Read 15 October 2026Listing states 15.79 inch wide, 12.12 inch deep and 1.16 inch high. 15.79 inch is 401.07 mm and 12.12 inch is 307.85 mm, which match the maker's 400.96 x 307.9 mm.

Width400.96Depth307.9Thickness (min)14.9Thickness (max)28mm(15.8 × 12.1 × 0.6 to 1.1 in)2Press releasenews.acer.com/acer-launches-new-predator-helios-neo-ai-gaming-laptops-with-next-gen-processors-and-gpusRead 14 October 2026Family table for PHN18-72 states 400.96 x 307.9 x 14.9/28 mm. The Amazon listing for PHN18-72-92Y3 states 15.79 x 12.12 x 0.59/1.1 inch, which matches.

Weight (published)iPublished laptop weight without the charger. A starting weight is identified in the source note and may vary with configuration.

3.5kg(7.7 lb)1Press releasenews.acer.com/acer-introduces-predator-helios-18-ai-the-ultimate-gaming-laptopRead 15 October 2026Table says 3.5 kg. The US spec page and Best Buy say 7.72 lb, which is 3.50 kg. The power adapter is not included.5Retailer pagebestbuy.com/product/acer-predator-helios-ai-gaming-laptop-18-mini-led-intel-ultra-9-290hx-plus-2026-rtx-5090-32gb-memory-1tb-storage-abyssal-black/JJ8V8HPG64Read 15 October 2026Listing states 7.72 lb, which is 3.50 kg.

3.3kg(7.3 lb)2Press releasenews.acer.com/acer-launches-new-predator-helios-neo-ai-gaming-laptops-with-next-gen-processors-and-gpusRead 14 October 2026Family table states 3.3 kg. The article on the exact SKU states about 7.28 lb. The adapter is not included.

Lid material

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Bottom material

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Max hinge angle

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MIL-STD-810 testing (claimed)iManufacturer claim of MIL-STD-810 testing. The revision and tested procedures belong in the source note. This is not proof of every standard test.

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Display

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Screen sizeiDiagonal of the main built-in display. Rounded-corner displays may be measured as a full rectangle.

18in(45.7 cm)1Press releasenews.acer.com/acer-introduces-predator-helios-18-ai-the-ultimate-gaming-laptopRead 15 October 2026

18in(45.7 cm)1Maker product pageblog.acer.com/en/discussion/3555/helios-neo-18-ai-18-inch-gaming-laptop-with-rtx-5070-tiRead 14 October 2026

Native resolution

3840 × 2400px1Press releasenews.acer.com/acer-introduces-predator-helios-18-ai-the-ultimate-gaming-laptopRead 15 October 2026

2560 × 1600px1Maker product pageblog.acer.com/en/discussion/3555/helios-neo-18-ai-18-inch-gaming-laptop-with-rtx-5070-tiRead 14 October 2026

Pixel density

251.6ppi=CalculatedFrom Screen size and Native resolution

167.7ppi=CalculatedFrom Screen size and Native resolution

Panel typeiDell's WVA means wide viewing angle and names no panel technology, so it is stored as IPS only when Dell or a review names IPS.

IPS2Maker product pageacer.com/us-en/predator/laptops/helios/helios-18-ai/pdp/NH.U82AA.001Read 15 October 2026Page lists the display technology as ComfyView (Matte) In-plane Switching with Mini LED backlight technology. This is the IPS-type panel with a Mini LED backlight.

IPS1Maker product pageblog.acer.com/en/discussion/3555/helios-neo-18-ai-18-inch-gaming-laptop-with-rtx-5070-tiRead 14 October 2026Article states In-plane Switching (IPS) with ComfyView matte. The Mini LED sibling configurations of the PHN18-72 family are not used.6Spec databasekelaptop.com/en/acer-predator-helios-neo-18-ai-phn18-72-92y3-nh-u0haa-002Read 14 October 2026

Backlight

Mini-LED2Maker product pageacer.com/us-en/predator/laptops/helios/helios-18-ai/pdp/NH.U82AA.001Read 15 October 2026

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Dimming zonesiIndependently controlled backlight zones, not the number of LEDs or screen pixels.

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Panel part numberiPanel part number identified in a matching review unit. Suppliers may vary within the same laptop configuration.

B180ZAN01.08Measurementlaptopmedia.com/review/acer-predator-helios-18-ai-ph18-i71-review-stunning-mini-led-brutal-rtx-5090-performance-hot-cpuRead 15 October 2026Review spec table lists the dual-mode IPS Mini LED panel as AUO B180ZAN01.0 (AUO71B7), 3840 x 2400 at 120 Hz or 1920 x 1200 at 240 Hz. The LaptopMedia pages answer the agent with HTTP 403, so the review was read through a search engine extract and not opened directly.

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Screen surfaceiSurface of the stored display configuration. Anti-reflective coatings do not by themselves make a glossy display matte. A matte finish of the chassis is not the screen surface.

Matte2Maker product pageacer.com/us-en/predator/laptops/helios/helios-18-ai/pdp/NH.U82AA.001Read 15 October 2026

Matte1Maker product pageblog.acer.com/en/discussion/3555/helios-neo-18-ai-18-inch-gaming-laptop-with-rtx-5070-tiRead 14 October 20266Spec databasekelaptop.com/en/acer-predator-helios-neo-18-ai-phn18-72-92y3-nh-u0haa-002Read 14 October 2026

Touchscreen

No2Maker product pageacer.com/us-en/predator/laptops/helios/helios-18-ai/pdp/NH.U82AA.001Read 15 October 2026Page says the display is not a touchscreen.

No6Spec databasekelaptop.com/en/acer-predator-helios-neo-18-ai-phn18-72-92y3-nh-u0haa-002Read 14 October 2026Record says touchscreen No.

Stylus

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Refresh rate modesiHighest confirmed operating refresh rate of the built-in display at each resolution. Add a second row only for a documented dual-mode panel, not an ordinary supported timing.

AAcer Predator Helios 18 AI PH18-I71-90WJ

Width (px)	Height (px)	Maximum operating refresh (Hz)	VRR
3840	2400	120	Yes
1920	1200	240	Yes

Source1Press releasenews.acer.com/acer-introduces-predator-helios-18-ai-the-ultimate-gaming-laptopRead 15 October 2026Specification table says Dual-Mode Display enables switching between 4K/120Hz or FHD/240Hz. 4K is 3840 x 2400. FHD is stored as 1920 x 1200 because the Best Buy listing of the exact SKU names WUXGA 1920 x 1200 at 240 Hz.5Retailer pagebestbuy.com/product/acer-predator-helios-ai-gaming-laptop-18-mini-led-intel-ultra-9-290hx-plus-2026-rtx-5090-32gb-memory-1tb-storage-abyssal-black/JJ8V8HPG64Read 15 October 2026Highlights text and the Calman image say pixel-mapped WQUXGA (3840 x 2400) 120Hz and WUXGA (1920 x 1200) 240Hz, with G-SYNC in either mode. The listing's own specification table says 3840 x 2160 at 240 Hz, which contradicts the maker and is not used.

BAcer Predator Helios Neo 18 AI PHN18-72-92Y3

Width (px)	Height (px)	Maximum operating refresh (Hz)	VRR
2560	1600	240	Yes

Source1Maker product pageblog.acer.com/en/discussion/3555/helios-neo-18-ai-18-inch-gaming-laptop-with-rtx-5070-tiRead 14 October 2026Article states 18 inch 2560 x 1600 at 240 Hz with NVIDIA G-Sync and Advanced Optimus. No lower resolution mode is stated.

Max refresh rate

240Hz=CalculatedFrom Refresh rate modes

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Adaptive synciNamed variable refresh technologies for the built-in display. Manual switching between 60Hz and 120Hz is not VRR.

G-SYNC1Press releasenews.acer.com/acer-introduces-predator-helios-18-ai-the-ultimate-gaming-laptopRead 15 October 2026Table lists NVIDIA G-SYNC.5Retailer pagebestbuy.com/product/acer-predator-helios-ai-gaming-laptop-18-mini-led-intel-ultra-9-290hx-plus-2026-rtx-5090-32gb-memory-1tb-storage-abyssal-black/JJ8V8HPG64Read 15 October 2026Product image text says G-SYNC in either mode.

G-SYNC1Maker product pageblog.acer.com/en/discussion/3555/helios-neo-18-ai-18-inch-gaming-laptop-with-rtx-5070-tiRead 14 October 20262Press releasenews.acer.com/acer-launches-new-predator-helios-neo-ai-gaming-laptops-with-next-gen-processors-and-gpusRead 14 October 20264Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0FMZJ18CMRead 14 October 2026

Gray-to-gray response time (claimed)iManufacturer claim for a gray-to-gray pixel transition. Do not use generic response times, black-to-white values, or motion-picture response times.

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Native panel colour depthiPhysical panel colour depth per channel. Do not infer native bit depth or FRC from the number of supported colours.

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Brightness (SDR, claimed)iManufacturer typical SDR luminance. Outdoor maxima and an unspecified peak are not typical SDR brightness.

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Peak brightness (SDR outdoors, claimed)iManufacturer maximum SDR luminance explicitly claimed for outdoor use. Ambient light, automatic brightness and other stated conditions belong in the source note. Not typical SDR or HDR brightness.

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Sustained brightness (HDR, claimed)iManufacturer explicitly sustained HDR luminance. Screen area, duration, temperature and other stated conditions belong in the source note. Not a brief peak or SDR luminance.

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Peak brightness (HDR, claimed)iManufacturer peak luminance explicitly measured or claimed in HDR. Window size and duration belong in the source note.

1,000nits1Press releasenews.acer.com/acer-introduces-predator-helios-18-ai-the-ultimate-gaming-laptopRead 15 October 2026Table says HDR mode, 1000 Nits. This is the maker's HDR peak claim for the up to 18-inch Mini LED display. The window size is not published. The SDR typical brightness is not published.

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sRGB coverage (claimed)iManufacturer stated sRGB gamut percentage. The source note identifies coverage, volume, or an unspecified maker gamut claim.

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DCI-P3 coverage (claimed)iManufacturer stated DCI-P3 gamut percentage. The source note identifies coverage, volume, or an unspecified maker gamut claim.

100%1Press releasenews.acer.com/acer-introduces-predator-helios-18-ai-the-ultimate-gaming-laptopRead 15 October 2026Table says DCI-P3 100%. The gamut method is not published, so this is a maker claim of unspecified type.

100%1Maker product pageblog.acer.com/en/discussion/3555/helios-neo-18-ai-18-inch-gaming-laptop-with-rtx-5070-tiRead 14 October 2026Article says 100% DCI-P3. The Amazon listing says up to 100%. The gamut method is not published, so this is a maker claim of unspecified type.4Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0FMZJ18CMRead 14 October 2026

Adobe RGB coverage (claimed)iManufacturer stated Adobe RGB gamut percentage. The source note identifies coverage, volume, or an unspecified maker gamut claim.

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HDR certification

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Factory calibratediThe maker explicitly states factory colour calibration. Certification alone does not establish calibration.

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Second display

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Processor

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Processor

Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus1Press releasenews.acer.com/acer-introduces-predator-helios-18-ai-the-ultimate-gaming-laptopRead 15 October 2026Table lists Intel Core Ultra 9 processor 290HX Plus.

Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX1Maker product pageblog.acer.com/en/discussion/3555/helios-neo-18-ai-18-inch-gaming-laptop-with-rtx-5070-tiRead 14 October 2026

Processor brand

Intel1Press releasenews.acer.com/acer-introduces-predator-helios-18-ai-the-ultimate-gaming-laptopRead 15 October 2026

Intel1Maker product pageblog.acer.com/en/discussion/3555/helios-neo-18-ai-18-inch-gaming-laptop-with-rtx-5070-tiRead 14 October 2026

Core configurationiProcessor core groups using the chip maker's names. MediaTek Big, Apple Super and AMD Zen architecture labels remain distinct from Intel P and E labels.

AAcer Predator Helios 18 AI PH18-I71-90WJ

Core type	Count	Base clock (GHz)	Max clock (GHz)
Performance	8	2.7	5.5
Efficiency	16	1.8	4.7

Source6Maker product pageintel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/245960/intel-core-ultra-9-processor-290hx-plus-36m-cache-up-to-5-50-ghz/specifications.htmlRead 15 October 202624 cores: 8 P-cores at 2.7 GHz base and 5.5 GHz turbo, 16 E-cores at 1.8 GHz base and 4.7 GHz turbo, no LP-E cores. Generic 55 W base and 160 W turbo power are chip limits, not this laptop's setting, and are not stored.

BAcer Predator Helios Neo 18 AI PHN18-72-92Y3

Core type	Count	Base clock (GHz)	Max clock (GHz)
Performance	8	2.7	5.4
Efficiency	16	2.1	4.6

Source8Maker product pageintel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/242293/intel-core-ultra-9-processor-275hx-36m-cache-up-to-5-40-ghz/specifications.htmlRead 14 October 202624 cores: 8 P-cores at 2.7 to 5.4 GHz and 16 E-cores at 2.1 to 4.6 GHz, 24 threads. Generic 55 W base and 160 W turbo power are chip limits, not this laptop's setting, and are not stored.

CPU cores

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Cores labelled performanceiCounts only rows classified as performance. Other labels, including Big, Super and AMD Zen architecture rows, are not included.

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Cores labelled efficiencyiCounts only efficiency and low-power-efficiency rows. AMD Zen 5c and Apple super cores are not included.

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ThreadsiMaximum hardware threads of the processor, including simultaneous multithreading where supported.

246Maker product pageintel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/245960/intel-core-ultra-9-processor-290hx-plus-36m-cache-up-to-5-50-ghz/specifications.htmlRead 15 October 202624 threads, no Hyper-Threading.

248Maker product pageintel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/242293/intel-core-ultra-9-processor-275hx-36m-cache-up-to-5-40-ghz/specifications.htmlRead 14 October 2026

Max boost clock

5.5GHz=CalculatedFrom Core configuration

5.4GHz=CalculatedFrom Core configuration

L3 cacheiL3 cache only. Do not copy a combined L2 plus L3 cache total. Qualcomm's total cache, such as 30 MB on Snapdragon X, is not L3, even when a laptop maker labels it L3.

36MB6Maker product pageintel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/245960/intel-core-ultra-9-processor-290hx-plus-36m-cache-up-to-5-50-ghz/specifications.htmlRead 15 October 2026Intel lists 36 MB Smart Cache and 40 MB total L2. Only the 36 MB is stored.

36MB8Maker product pageintel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/242293/intel-core-ultra-9-processor-275hx-36m-cache-up-to-5-40-ghz/specifications.htmlRead 14 October 2026Intel lists 36 MB Smart Cache and 40 MB total L2. Only the 36 MB is stored.

ProcessiProcess size class of the processor compute die in nm, as on CPUs: TSMC N3B is 3, Intel 7 is 10, Intel 4 is 7 and Intel 18A is 1.8. Marketing process names and other chiplet processes belong in the source note.

3nm6Maker product pageintel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/245960/intel-core-ultra-9-processor-290hx-plus-36m-cache-up-to-5-50-ghz/specifications.htmlRead 15 October 2026Lithography row says TSMC N3B, stored as 3 nm like other Arrow Lake products.

3nm8Maker product pageintel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/242293/intel-core-ultra-9-processor-275hx-36m-cache-up-to-5-40-ghz/specifications.htmlRead 14 October 2026Lithography row says TSMC N3B, stored as 3 nm like the other Arrow Lake products.

Sustained CPU power (configured)iThis laptop's sustained configured CPU power limit, such as PL1. A chip manufacturer's generic base power is not the laptop setting.

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Peak CPU power (configured)iThis laptop's configured short-duration CPU limit, such as PL2. Do not substitute generic processor maximum turbo power.

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Combined CPU and GPU poweriMaker stated simultaneous CPU plus discrete-GPU budget for the exact configuration and power mode.

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NPU performanceiNPU-only claimed operations per second. Excludes combined CPU, GPU and platform AI throughput. Precision belongs in the source note.

13TOPS6Maker product pageintel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/245960/intel-core-ultra-9-processor-290hx-plus-36m-cache-up-to-5-50-ghz/specifications.htmlRead 15 October 2026NPU-only 13 TOPS INT8 (Intel AI Boost).

13TOPS8Maker product pageintel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/242293/intel-core-ultra-9-processor-275hx-36m-cache-up-to-5-40-ghz/specifications.htmlRead 14 October 2026NPU-only 13 TOPS (INT8).

Graphics

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Discrete GPUiA separate dedicated graphics processor is installed. Integrated or unified-memory graphics do not qualify.

Yes1Press releasenews.acer.com/acer-introduces-predator-helios-18-ai-the-ultimate-gaming-laptopRead 15 October 2026

Yes1Maker product pageblog.acer.com/en/discussion/3555/helios-neo-18-ai-18-inch-gaming-laptop-with-rtx-5070-tiRead 14 October 2026

GPU

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU1Press releasenews.acer.com/acer-introduces-predator-helios-18-ai-the-ultimate-gaming-laptopRead 15 October 2026Table says up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU with 24 GB GDDR7 VRAM. The exact SKU is the RTX 5090 model per the Acer spec page and the Best Buy listing.

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU1Maker product pageblog.acer.com/en/discussion/3555/helios-neo-18-ai-18-inch-gaming-laptop-with-rtx-5070-tiRead 14 October 2026

GPU brand

NVIDIA1Press releasenews.acer.com/acer-introduces-predator-helios-18-ai-the-ultimate-gaming-laptopRead 15 October 2026

NVIDIA1Maker product pageblog.acer.com/en/discussion/3555/helios-neo-18-ai-18-inch-gaming-laptop-with-rtx-5070-tiRead 14 October 2026

VRAMiDedicated video memory of the installed discrete GPU. Shared system memory is excluded.

24GB1Press releasenews.acer.com/acer-introduces-predator-helios-18-ai-the-ultimate-gaming-laptopRead 15 October 2026

12GB1Maker product pageblog.acer.com/en/discussion/3555/helios-neo-18-ai-18-inch-gaming-laptop-with-rtx-5070-tiRead 14 October 2026

Max GPU power (TGP)iMaximum configured discrete-GPU power including Dynamic Boost. Mode and any maker qualification belong in the source note.

175W3Maker product pageacer.com/us-en/predator/laptops/predator-and-nitro-gaming-laptop-gpu-specsRead 15 October 2026Acer GPU power table row for PH18-I71 with RTX 5090: 150 W base TGP plus 25 W Dynamic Boost, 175 W maximum graphics power. The footnote says TGP values include the baseline and the Turbo Mode wattage. Read through a search engine extract because acer.com does not answer direct requests from the agent.5Retailer pagebestbuy.com/product/acer-predator-helios-ai-gaming-laptop-18-mini-led-intel-ultra-9-290hx-plus-2026-rtx-5090-32gb-memory-1tb-storage-abyssal-black/JJ8V8HPG64Read 15 October 2026Acer cooling image in the listing says the cooling sustains the RTX 5090 at its full 175W MGP. MGP is maximum graphics power including Dynamic Boost.

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Dynamic BoostiMaximum additional GPU power shifted from the CPU through NVIDIA Dynamic Boost. This is part of maximum TGP, not extra to it. A figure written as "up to 115W Dynamic Boost" is the total, so it goes in gpu_tgp_max_w.

25W3Maker product pageacer.com/us-en/predator/laptops/predator-and-nitro-gaming-laptop-gpu-specsRead 15 October 2026Same row lists 25 W Dynamic Boost, which is part of the 175 W maximum.

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GPU boost clockiHighest maker configured GPU boost clock, including factory overclock where explicitly stated. Mode belongs in the source note.

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GPU switchingiExplicit GPU display-routing or power-sharing features. Advanced Optimus includes hardware display multiplexing.

Advanced Optimus1Press releasenews.acer.com/acer-introduces-predator-helios-18-ai-the-ultimate-gaming-laptopRead 15 October 20263Maker product pageacer.com/us-en/predator/laptops/predator-and-nitro-gaming-laptop-gpu-specsRead 15 October 2026Same row lists NVIDIA Advanced Optimus as the graphics switching method. The row does not list a separate MUX switch.

Advanced Optimus, MUX switch2Press releasenews.acer.com/acer-launches-new-predator-helios-neo-ai-gaming-laptops-with-next-gen-processors-and-gpusRead 14 October 2026Press release says both models support NVIDIA G-SYNC, NVIDIA Advanced Optimus and MUX Switch.

Integrated GPU

Intel Graphics6Maker product pageintel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/245960/intel-core-ultra-9-processor-290hx-plus-36m-cache-up-to-5-50-ghz/specifications.htmlRead 15 October 2026Intel Graphics with 4 Xe-cores.

Intel Graphics8Maker product pageintel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/242293/intel-core-ultra-9-processor-275hx-36m-cache-up-to-5-40-ghz/specifications.htmlRead 14 October 2026

Memory

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Installed RAMiTotal installed RAM in this product configuration, not the maximum purchase option.

32GB2Maker product pageacer.com/us-en/predator/laptops/helios/helios-18-ai/pdp/NH.U82AA.001Read 15 October 2026Page lists 32 GB standard memory and DDR5.

16GB1Maker product pageblog.acer.com/en/discussion/3555/helios-neo-18-ai-18-inch-gaming-laptop-with-rtx-5070-tiRead 14 October 2026

RAM type

DDR52Maker product pageacer.com/us-en/predator/laptops/helios/helios-18-ai/pdp/NH.U82AA.001Read 15 October 2026

DDR51Maker product pageblog.acer.com/en/discussion/3555/helios-neo-18-ai-18-inch-gaming-laptop-with-rtx-5070-tiRead 14 October 2026

RAM speediConfigured memory data rate in transfers per second. Do not treat the DRAM clock in MHz as the data rate.

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Memory channelsiActive memory channels of the installed configuration, not the number of RAM modules or slots. One installed module is one channel. This holds for DDR5 too, whose two 32-bit subchannels on one module do not count as two channels. Soldered LPDDR memory counts in 64-bit units, so a 128-bit bus is 2 channels, even when a maker calls it quad-channel.

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RAM upgradeiWhether the installed RAM is soldered, socketed in slots, or a mixture. Purchase-time configurations are not upgrades.

Slots7Reviewlaptopmedia.com/guides/how-to-open-acer-predator-helios-18-ai-ph18-i71-disassembly-and-upgrade-optionsRead 15 October 2026Guide says the SO-DIMMs are replaceable.

Slots6Spec databasekelaptop.com/en/acer-predator-helios-neo-18-ai-phn18-72-92y3-nh-u0haa-002Read 14 October 2026Record lists memory form factor SO-DIMM and the Amazon listing says 2 RAM slots. This points to socketed memory. The module count of the 16 GB SKU is not stated, so memory slots are not stored.

Memory slotsiPhysical replaceable RAM module sockets grouped by type and occupancy. Clocked SO-DIMM uses CSODIMM. Soldered memory is excluded.

AAcer Predator Helios 18 AI PH18-I71-90WJ

Slot	Count
SO-DIMM	4

Source7Reviewlaptopmedia.com/guides/how-to-open-acer-predator-helios-18-ai-ph18-i71-disassembly-and-upgrade-optionsRead 15 October 2026Teardown guide says the memory shield covers four DDR5 SO-DIMM slots. The review unit held 96 GB as two 48 GB modules. How the 32 GB of this SKU is split across the slots is not published, so no occupancy is stored.

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Maximum supported RAMiManufacturer supported maximum RAM, including purchase-time soldered options. Does not imply post-purchase upgradeability.

256GB1Press releasenews.acer.com/acer-introduces-predator-helios-18-ai-the-ultimate-gaming-laptopRead 15 October 2026Table says up to 256 GB DDR5. The Acer US spec page of this SKU says expandable to 192 GB and Best Buy says 128 GB. Intel lists 256 GB as the processor maximum. The maker's launch figure of 256 GB is stored and the conflict is reported.7Reviewlaptopmedia.com/guides/how-to-open-acer-predator-helios-18-ai-ph18-i71-disassembly-and-upgrade-optionsRead 15 October 2026Guide repeats Acer's maximum of 256 GB DDR5 across four SO-DIMM modules.

64GB2Press releasenews.acer.com/acer-launches-new-predator-helios-neo-ai-gaming-laptops-with-next-gen-processors-and-gpusRead 14 October 2026Press release says up to 64 GB DDR5 system memory for both models. The installed memory of this SKU is 16 GB.4Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0FMZJ18CMRead 14 October 2026Item details say maximum RAM 64 GB.

Storage

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Installed storageiTotal advertised installed storage in decimal GB. Convert 1TB to 1000GB, without changing an explicitly published 512GB value.

1TB2Maker product pageacer.com/us-en/predator/laptops/helios/helios-18-ai/pdp/NH.U82AA.001Read 15 October 2026Page lists 1 TB NVMe SSD on a PCI Express 5.0 interface.

1TB1Maker product pageblog.acer.com/en/discussion/3555/helios-neo-18-ai-18-inch-gaming-laptop-with-rtx-5070-tiRead 14 October 2026

Storage type

NVMe SSD2Maker product pageacer.com/us-en/predator/laptops/helios/helios-18-ai/pdp/NH.U82AA.001Read 15 October 2026

NVMe SSD6Spec databasekelaptop.com/en/acer-predator-helios-neo-18-ai-phn18-72-92y3-nh-u0haa-002Read 14 October 2026

Installed drive PCIe generationiPCIe generation of the installed drive. This may be lower than the slot capability.

52Maker product pageacer.com/us-en/predator/laptops/helios/helios-18-ai/pdp/NH.U82AA.001Read 15 October 2026

44Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0FMZJ18CMRead 14 October 20266Spec databasekelaptop.com/en/acer-predator-helios-neo-18-ai-phn18-72-92y3-nh-u0haa-002Read 14 October 2026

Storage slotsiPhysical storage connectors grouped by capability and occupancy. A slot accepting several drive lengths is one slot, not one per length.

AAcer Predator Helios 18 AI PH18-I71-90WJ

Form factor	Interface	PCIe generation	Count	Occupied
M.2 2280	PCIe NVMe	5	1	Yes
M.2 2280	PCIe NVMe	4	2	No

Source7Reviewlaptopmedia.com/guides/how-to-open-acer-predator-helios-18-ai-ph18-i71-disassembly-and-upgrade-optionsRead 15 October 2026Guide says there are three M.2 slots. The main slot is PCIe Gen 5. The other two are M.2 2280 PCIe Gen 4 slots with up to 1 TB each in Acer's specification. The press release wording says three PCIe Gen 5 slots, which the guide and the TechBang review do not support. The main slot form factor is assumed 2280 like the other two and is not stated in words. The 1 TB drive of this SKU sits in the main slot.9Reviewtechbang.com/posts/130769-acer-predator-helios-18-ai-rtx-5090-reviewRead 15 October 2026TechBang says three M.2 slots, with one PCIe Gen 5 SSD and two PCIe Gen 4 SSDs in its 3 TB unit.

BAcer Predator Helios Neo 18 AI PHN18-72-92Y3

Interface	Count	Occupied
PCIe NVMe	1	Yes
PCIe NVMe	1	No

Source2Press releasenews.acer.com/acer-launches-new-predator-helios-neo-ai-gaming-laptops-with-next-gen-processors-and-gpusRead 14 October 2026Table states up to 2 TB PCIe Gen 4 SSD and SSD slots: 2. One drive is installed in this SKU, so one slot is free. Slot length and per-slot PCIe generation are not stated and are left out.6Spec databasekelaptop.com/en/acer-predator-helios-neo-18-ai-phn18-72-92y3-nh-u0haa-002Read 14 October 2026Record lists one SSD installed (M.2, NVMe, PCI Express 4.0).

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Ports

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PortsiPhysical laptop connectors grouped by type, protocol capability and side. One connector with several protocols is counted once.

AAcer Predator Helios 18 AI PH18-I71-90WJ

Type	Version	Count	Side	Maximum data rate (Gbps)	Thunderbolt or USB4	DP Alt Mode	Maximum charging input (W)
USB-C	Not available	2	Rear	80	Thunderbolt 5	Yes	100
USB-A	Not available	2	Right	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available
USB-A	Not available	1	Left	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available
HDMI	HDMI 2.1	1	Rear	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available
Ethernet (RJ45)	Not available	1	Left	5	Not available	Not available	Not available
SD card	Not available	1	Left	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available
3.5 mm audio	Not available	1	Left	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available
DC in	Not available	1	Rear	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available

Source1Press releasenews.acer.com/acer-introduces-predator-helios-18-ai-the-ultimate-gaming-laptopRead 15 October 2026Port list: two Thunderbolt 5 Type-C, USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, HDMI 2.1, SD card reader, 3.5 mm combo audio jack, RJ-45, DC-In and Kensington Lock. The release gives no port sides. Sides come from Acer's port diagrams in the Best Buy listing. The US spec page lists one Gen 1 and two Gen 2 USB-A ports, which differs from this list. Both agree on three USB-A ports, so only the count is stored and no USB-A version. The diagram labels the card slot MicroSD while the release and the diagram icon say SD, so the maker release wording is stored.4Maker product pageblog.acer.com/en/discussion/3551/predator-helios-18-ai-review-acers-most-powerful-gaming-laptopRead 15 October 2026Acer Corner article says Thunderbolt 5 delivers up to 80 Gbps bidirectional with an asymmetric boost up to 120 Gbps. 80 Gbps is stored for the two USB-C ports.5Retailer pagebestbuy.com/product/acer-predator-helios-ai-gaming-laptop-18-mini-led-intel-ultra-9-290hx-plus-2026-rtx-5090-32gb-memory-1tb-storage-abyssal-black/JJ8V8HPG64Read 15 October 2026Acer's Side Ports image in the listing shows on the right side two USB 3.2 Type-A ports (one marked offline charging) and the Kensington lock. On the left side it shows the RJ-45 port, one USB 3.2 Type-A port, the card slot and the headset jack. Acer's Rear Ports image shows the DC-in jack, HDMI 2.1 and two Type-C Thunderbolt 5 ports. Left and right follow the side-view orientation, with the rear hump at the right end of the right side view. Listing text says two USB-C ports with Thunderbolt 5 and 100W Power Delivery, one HDMI 2.1 port, one 5Gbps Ethernet port and a headphone jack. The 100 W figure is read as charging input and the listing does not say so in words. The LaptopMedia review says USB-C charging works as an emergency option next to the 400 W adapter. Power output to peripherals is not stated.

BAcer Predator Helios Neo 18 AI PHN18-72-92Y3

Type	Version	Count	Side	Maximum data rate (Gbps)	Thunderbolt or USB4	DP Alt Mode	Maximum charging input (W)	Maximum peripheral power (W)
USB-A	USB 3.2 Gen 1	1	Left	5	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available
USB-A	USB 3.2 Gen 2	2	Right	10	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available
USB-C	Not available	1	Rear	40	Thunderbolt 4	Yes	100	15
USB-C	USB 3.2 Gen 2	1	Rear	10	Not available	Yes	100	15
HDMI	HDMI 2.1	1	Rear	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available
Ethernet (RJ45)	Not available	1	Left	2.5	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available
microSD card	Not available	1	Left	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available
3.5 mm audio	Not available	1	Left	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available
DC in	Not available	1	Rear	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available

Source3Owner's manualcontent.etilize.com/User-Manual/1086710295.pdfRead 14 October 2026Left view page 17: Ethernet 10/100/1000/2.5 Gbps, one USB 3.2 Gen 1 port, microSD reader and headset jack. Right view page 18: two USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports with one powered off charging, and Kensington slot. Rear view page 20: DC-in jack, HDMI 2.1, one Thunderbolt 4 USB-C and one USB-C with DisplayPort and DC-in. Page 21 states USB-C is 10 Gbps, up to 3 A at 5 V output and DC-in with a 90 W / 100 W adapter at 20 V on both USB-C ports. The highest value, 100 W, is stored. Retailer copy of the maker text for the PHN18-72-9474 says USB charging up to 90 W. The total of 3 USB-A and 2 USB-C matches the Amazon and Kelaptop listings of the exact SKU. The family press table says dual USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, which the manual figure, Amazon and Kelaptop do not support.6Spec databasekelaptop.com/en/acer-predator-helios-neo-18-ai-phn18-72-92y3-nh-u0haa-002Read 14 October 2026Record counts 1 USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, 2 USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, 2 USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, 1 HDMI and 1 RJ-45 at 2500 Mbit/s.

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Ethernet speed

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Maximum USB-C charging inputiHighest confirmed charging power accepted by a USB-C port. This is separate from adapter rating and power delivered to peripherals.

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Wireless

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Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi 72Maker product pageacer.com/us-en/predator/laptops/helios/helios-18-ai/pdp/NH.U82AA.001Read 15 October 2026Page lists Killer 1750x on IEEE 802.11be (Wi-Fi 7).

Wi-Fi 6E1Maker product pageblog.acer.com/en/discussion/3555/helios-neo-18-ai-18-inch-gaming-laptop-with-rtx-5070-tiRead 14 October 2026

Wi-Fi bandsiSupported radio frequency bands. Availability may be restricted by country or regulatory configuration.

2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz7Reviewlaptopmedia.com/guides/how-to-open-acer-predator-helios-18-ai-ph18-i71-disassembly-and-upgrade-optionsRead 15 October 2026Guide says the Wi-Fi card is built on the BE200NGW platform with Wi-Fi 7 on 2.4, 5 and 6 GHz.9Reviewtechbang.com/posts/130769-acer-predator-helios-18-ai-rtx-5090-reviewRead 15 October 2026TechBang says Wi-Fi 7, tri-band.

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Wi-Fi module

Intel Killer Wi-Fi 7 BE1750x1Press releasenews.acer.com/acer-introduces-predator-helios-18-ai-the-ultimate-gaming-laptopRead 15 October 2026Table says Intel Killer Wi-Fi 7 BE1750x with Intel Killer Ethernet E5000B and Killer DoubleShot Pro.

Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675i1Maker product pageblog.acer.com/en/discussion/3555/helios-neo-18-ai-18-inch-gaming-laptop-with-rtx-5070-tiRead 14 October 2026Article says Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675i. The Wi-Fi 6 GHz band is not stored because no source for this SKU states the bands.

BluetoothiThe version as a number with one decimal, such as 5.4 or 6.0. A qualifier such as or above goes in the source note.

5.41Press releasenews.acer.com/acer-introduces-predator-helios-18-ai-the-ultimate-gaming-laptopRead 15 October 2026Table says Bluetooth 5.4. The US spec page says 5.4 or above.

5.41Maker product pageblog.acer.com/en/discussion/3555/helios-neo-18-ai-18-inch-gaming-laptop-with-rtx-5070-tiRead 14 October 2026Article says Bluetooth 5.4 or above. The press release family table for the 18 inch model says 5.3 or above. The lower bound 5.4 of the exact SKU article is stored and the or above qualifier stays in this note.4Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0FMZJ18CMRead 14 October 2026Item details say Bluetooth 5.4. The maker article says 5.4 or above.

Cellular

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Keyboard and touchpad

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Keyboard layoutsiDocumented layouts of the retained regional SKUs. Do not infer a layout solely from the sales country.

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Key switches

Mechanical1Press releasenews.acer.com/acer-introduces-predator-helios-18-ai-the-ultimate-gaming-laptopRead 15 October 2026Features list says Predator MagKey 4.0, mechanical switch. The release calls them MagKey 4.0 mechanical switches. The actuation is magnetic.4Maker product pageblog.acer.com/en/discussion/3551/predator-helios-18-ai-review-acers-most-powerful-gaming-laptopRead 15 October 2026Article says Predator MagKey 4.0 mechanical switches with magnetic actuation and 0.7 mm actuation.

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Keyboard backlightiA maker-confirmed backlight with no published type uses backlit_unspecified. Do not infer white lighting, a single colour or RGB from backlit alone. A single-zone RGB backlight is RGB zones.

RGB per key1Press releasenews.acer.com/acer-introduces-predator-helios-18-ai-the-ultimate-gaming-laptopRead 15 October 2026Features list says per-key RGB keyboard.4Maker product pageblog.acer.com/en/discussion/3551/predator-helios-18-ai-review-acers-most-powerful-gaming-laptopRead 15 October 2026Article lists per-key RGB keyboard lighting.

RGB zones1Maker product pageblog.acer.com/en/discussion/3555/helios-neo-18-ai-18-inch-gaming-laptop-with-rtx-5070-tiRead 14 October 2026Article says 4-zone RGB keyboard.2Press releasenews.acer.com/acer-launches-new-predator-helios-neo-ai-gaming-laptops-with-next-gen-processors-and-gpusRead 14 October 2026Release text says dynamic 4-zone RGB keyboards.

NumpadiDedicated physical numeric keypad. A virtual touchpad number pad is not counted.

Yes5Retailer pagebestbuy.com/product/acer-predator-helios-ai-gaming-laptop-18-mini-led-intel-ultra-9-290hx-plus-2026-rtx-5090-32gb-memory-1tb-storage-abyssal-black/JJ8V8HPG64Read 15 October 2026The main Best Buy product photo of this SKU shows a numeric keypad block at the right of the keyboard with a Numlock key. No text source states the numpad.

Yes3Owner's manualcontent.etilize.com/User-Manual/1086710295.pdfRead 14 October 2026Page 22 states the keyboard has a numeric keypad.6Spec databasekelaptop.com/en/acer-predator-helios-neo-18-ai-phn18-72-92y3-nh-u0haa-002Read 14 October 2026

Key traveliPhysical key travel distance, not actuation distance.

2mm8Measurementlaptopmedia.com/review/acer-predator-helios-18-ai-ph18-i71-review-stunning-mini-led-brutal-rtx-5090-performance-hot-cpuRead 15 October 2026Review says deep 2.0 mm key travel. TechBang also says 2 mm.9Reviewtechbang.com/posts/130769-acer-predator-helios-18-ai-rtx-5090-reviewRead 15 October 2026TechBang says MagKey mechanical switches with 2 mm travel.

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Pointing stickiDedicated stick pointing device such as TrackPoint. A touchpad does not qualify.

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No3Owner's manualcontent.etilize.com/User-Manual/1086710295.pdfRead 14 October 2026Keyboard view figure on page 15 shows no pointing stick. Kelaptop lists the pointing device as touchpad only.6Spec databasekelaptop.com/en/acer-predator-helios-neo-18-ai-phn18-72-92y3-nh-u0haa-002Read 14 October 2026

Touchpad size

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Touchpad mechanismiA clickpad or glass touchpad that clicks when pressed down is mechanical. Haptic needs a source that says haptic or force feedback.

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Camera and audio

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Webcam

FHD 1920 x 1080 IR1Press releasenews.acer.com/acer-introduces-predator-helios-18-ai-the-ultimate-gaming-laptopRead 15 October 2026Table says FHD 1920 x 1080 IR webcam with PurifiedView AI assistance.

1080p2Press releasenews.acer.com/acer-launches-new-predator-helios-neo-ai-gaming-laptops-with-next-gen-processors-and-gpusRead 14 October 2026Table states FHD (1920x1080) IR camera.

IR face loginiAn infrared camera suitable for Windows Hello face authentication. An ordinary webcam or fingerprint sensor does not qualify.

Yes5Retailer pagebestbuy.com/product/acer-predator-helios-ai-gaming-laptop-18-mini-led-intel-ultra-9-290hx-plus-2026-rtx-5090-32gb-memory-1tb-storage-abyssal-black/JJ8V8HPG64Read 15 October 2026Listing says the FHD IR webcam supports Windows Hello facial login.

Yes3Owner's manualcontent.etilize.com/User-Manual/1086710295.pdfRead 14 October 2026Page 15 states the built-in infrared camera supports Windows Hello.

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Built-in speaker driversiIndividual built-in acoustic drivers, including separate tweeters and woofers. Do not count audio channels or infer driver count from speaker assemblies.

61Press releasenews.acer.com/acer-introduces-predator-helios-18-ai-the-ultimate-gaming-laptopRead 15 October 2026Table says 6 speakers with Predator Vox technology. The text calls it a six-speaker system with a two-way setup.

21Maker product pageblog.acer.com/en/discussion/3555/helios-neo-18-ai-18-inch-gaming-laptop-with-rtx-5070-tiRead 14 October 2026

Total speaker poweriCombined published power of the built-in speaker drivers. RMS or peak classification belongs in the source note.

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Audio features

Predator Vox, DTS:X Ultra1Press releasenews.acer.com/acer-introduces-predator-helios-18-ai-the-ultimate-gaming-laptopRead 15 October 2026Table says Predator Vox technology and DTS:X Ultra.

DTS:X Ultra2Press releasenews.acer.com/acer-launches-new-predator-helios-neo-ai-gaming-laptops-with-next-gen-processors-and-gpusRead 14 October 2026Table states DTS X:Ultra and 2 speakers. Speaker power is not published.

MicrophonesiPhysical built-in microphones, not beamforming channels or microphone modes.

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32Press releasenews.acer.com/acer-launches-new-predator-helios-neo-ai-gaming-laptops-with-next-gen-processors-and-gpusRead 14 October 2026Press release names the PurifiedVoice 2.0 triple microphone array. The manual screen view shows microphones in the top bezel and one more with AI noise reduction. Three physical microphones are stored, not beamforming channels.3Owner's manualcontent.etilize.com/User-Manual/1086710295.pdfRead 14 October 2026Page 14 screen view lists microphones (item 1) and one microphone with AI noise reduction (item 4).

Battery and power

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Battery energyiPublished nominal energy capacity of the installed internal battery in watt-hours. Separate from measured runtime and charger output.

99Wh1Press releasenews.acer.com/acer-introduces-predator-helios-18-ai-the-ultimate-gaming-laptopRead 15 October 2026Table says 99 Wh. Acer's nominal capacity on the battery label is 99.98 Wh per the LaptopMedia teardown, and the maker's rounded 99 Wh figure is stored.

90Wh2Press releasenews.acer.com/acer-launches-new-predator-helios-neo-ai-gaming-laptops-with-next-gen-processors-and-gpusRead 14 October 2026Table states 90 Whr. The Amazon listing for the exact SKU states 90 watt-hours.4Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0FMZJ18CMRead 14 October 2026

Claimed battery lifeiManufacturer maximum runtime for each explicitly named test. Display brightness, configuration and other conditions belong in the source note. Wireless streaming preserves an unnamed content type and does not imply video or audio. Video conferencing requires an explicit calling test, with application and participant setup in the source note. MobileMark versions use different workloads, so compare only rows of the same version.

AAcer Predator Helios 18 AI PH18-I71-90WJ

Use case	Hours (h)
Video playback	5.5
MobileMark 30	3

Source2Maker product pageacer.com/us-en/predator/laptops/helios/helios-18-ai/pdp/NH.U82AA.001Read 15 October 2026Page says up to 5.5 hours based on video playback test results and up to 3 hours on the MobileMark 30 test for WQUXGA panel models. The extract wrote MobileMark 2030, which is read as MobileMark 30. Brightness and settings are not stated. These are maker maxima.

BAcer Predator Helios Neo 18 AI PHN18-72-92Y3

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Adapter rated outputiNominal rated output of the documented supplied or recommended adapter. A temporary dynamic maximum belongs in the source note. Not the laptop charging-input limit.

400W2Maker product pageacer.com/us-en/predator/laptops/helios/helios-18-ai/pdp/NH.U82AA.001Read 15 October 2026Page lists a 400 W power adapter. Best Buy and the Stuff review agree on 400 W.

330W6Spec databasekelaptop.com/en/acer-predator-helios-neo-18-ai-phn18-72-92y3-nh-u0haa-002Read 14 October 2026Record lists AC adapter power 330 W.7Retailer pagesparepartworld.com/acer/notebook/predator-serie/predator-helios-neo-18-phn18-72/adapter-149229591Read 14 October 2026

Laptop charging connectoriConnector at the laptop end of the documented main charging cable, not the wall plug or adapter-end connector. HP's AC smart pin is a round DC plug, so it is barrel.

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Barrel7Retailer pagesparepartworld.com/acer/notebook/predator-serie/predator-helios-neo-18-phn18-72/adapter-149229591Read 14 October 2026Spare part listing for the original Acer adapter of the PHN18-72 states 330 W and a 5.5 mm outer and 1.7 mm inner barrel connector.

Charge 0 to 50 % (claimed)iManufacturer time to charge an empty battery to 50%. Adapter and powered-off conditions belong in the source note.

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Cooling

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FansiPhysical cooling fans inside the laptop. Excludes fans in external coolers and the power adapter.

21Press releasenews.acer.com/acer-introduces-predator-helios-18-ai-the-ultimate-gaming-laptopRead 15 October 2026Table says Dual 6th Gen Predator AeroBlade 3D Fans.4Maker product pageblog.acer.com/en/discussion/3551/predator-helios-18-ai-review-acers-most-powerful-gaming-laptopRead 15 October 2026Article names 6th Gen Predator AeroBlade 3D fans, each with 100 metal blades. The press release says dual fans.5Retailer pagebestbuy.com/product/acer-predator-helios-ai-gaming-laptop-18-mini-led-intel-ultra-9-290hx-plus-2026-rtx-5090-32gb-memory-1tb-storage-abyssal-black/JJ8V8HPG64Read 15 October 2026Acer cooling image in the listing shows two fans and says dual 6th Gen AeroBlade 3D fans.

24Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0FMZJ18CMRead 14 October 2026The Amazon listing for the sibling PHN18-72-9474 uses maker text that says dual fans with 5th Gen AeroBlade 3D metal fans. The same PHN18-72 chassis is used. The press release also says fans in the plural. Two fans are stored.

Vapor chamberiA vapor-chamber heat spreader is installed. Ordinary heatpipes alone do not qualify.

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Liquid metaliComponents where the maker confirms liquid-metal thermal material. Ordinary thermal paste is excluded.

CPU4Maker product pageblog.acer.com/en/discussion/3551/predator-helios-18-ai-review-acers-most-powerful-gaming-laptopRead 15 October 2026Article says liquid metal thermal grease helps heat transfer from the CPU. No source says liquid metal is used on the GPU.

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Power modesiPublished laptop operating modes and configured power limits. Do not place observed runtime power measurements in this table.

AAcer Predator Helios 18 AI PH18-I71-90WJ

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BAcer Predator Helios Neo 18 AI PHN18-72-92Y3

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Quiet
Balanced
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Source3Owner's manualcontent.etilize.com/User-Manual/1086710295.pdfRead 14 October 2026Pages 54 and 55 list Quiet, Balanced, Performance, Turbo and Eco. The choices depend on AC or battery power. No power limits in watts are published.

Security

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Fingerprint

None2Maker product pageacer.com/us-en/predator/laptops/helios/helios-18-ai/pdp/NH.U82AA.001Read 15 October 2026Page says Finger Print Reader: No.

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TPM

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Remote management

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Security lock slotiA dedicated built-in physical security-cable slot. Security locks that occupy a USB-C port do not qualify.

Yes1Press releasenews.acer.com/acer-introduces-predator-helios-18-ai-the-ultimate-gaming-laptopRead 15 October 2026Port list ends with Kensington Lock.

Yes3Owner's manualcontent.etilize.com/User-Manual/1086710295.pdfRead 14 October 2026Page 18 lists a Kensington lock slot on the right side.6Spec databasekelaptop.com/en/acer-predator-helios-neo-18-ai-phn18-72-92y3-nh-u0haa-002Read 14 October 2026

Software

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Operating system

Windows 11 Home1Press releasenews.acer.com/acer-introduces-predator-helios-18-ai-the-ultimate-gaming-laptopRead 15 October 2026Table lists Windows 11 Home and Windows 11 Pro. The exact SKU ships with Windows 11 Home.5Retailer pagebestbuy.com/product/acer-predator-helios-ai-gaming-laptop-18-mini-led-intel-ultra-9-290hx-plus-2026-rtx-5090-32gb-memory-1tb-storage-abyssal-black/JJ8V8HPG64Read 15 October 2026Listing says Windows 11 Home.

Windows 11 Home1Maker product pageblog.acer.com/en/discussion/3555/helios-neo-18-ai-18-inch-gaming-laptop-with-rtx-5070-tiRead 14 October 2026

OS family

Windows1Press releasenews.acer.com/acer-introduces-predator-helios-18-ai-the-ultimate-gaming-laptopRead 15 October 2026

Windows1Maker product pageblog.acer.com/en/discussion/3555/helios-neo-18-ai-18-inch-gaming-laptop-with-rtx-5070-tiRead 14 October 2026

Security updates untiliPublished end date of OS/security updates promised for the exact device model. Preserve the source precision. Do not calculate it from years or substitute a generic OS-version lifecycle. Unknown when no device-specific promise is published.

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Measured display

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Brightness (measured, centre)iReviewer center-point SDR luminance for the matching display configuration. Do not substitute a review average or unspecified measurement.

711nits8Measurementlaptopmedia.com/review/acer-predator-helios-18-ai-ph18-i71-review-stunning-mini-led-brutal-rtx-5090-performance-hot-cpuRead 15 October 2026Maximum brightness in SDR mode: 711 cd/m2 in the centre. The review unit is a Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus with RTX 5090 and the same 3840 x 2400 panel. Memory and storage of the review unit differ from this SKU.

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Brightness (measured, average)iReviewer mean luminance across a documented display grid, normally nine points.

717nits8Measurementlaptopmedia.com/review/acer-predator-helios-18-ai-ph18-i71-review-stunning-mini-led-brutal-rtx-5090-performance-hot-cpuRead 15 October 2026Average over the screen in SDR mode: 717 cd/m2, with 6 percent maximum deviation.

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Contrast ratio (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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HDR peak brightness (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

1,060nits8Measurementlaptopmedia.com/review/acer-predator-helios-18-ai-ph18-i71-review-stunning-mini-led-brutal-rtx-5090-performance-hot-cpuRead 15 October 2026Peak HDR brightness 1060 cd/m2 at 8 percent white fill. A full white screen gave 1050 cd/m2.

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sRGB coverage (measured)iReviewer measured sRGB coverage, not gamut volume. Instrument and method belong in the source note.

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DCI-P3 coverage (measured)iReviewer measured DCI-P3 coverage, not gamut volume. Display P3 measurements are identified in the source note.

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Colour accuracy (measured Delta E)iReviewer colour error before calibration. Delta-E formula, colour space and picture mode belong in the source note.

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PWM flicker foundiWhether a reviewer detected pulse-width-modulation flicker under the documented test conditions. False does not prove all frequency ranges were tested.

Yes8Measurementlaptopmedia.com/review/acer-predator-helios-18-ai-ph18-i71-review-stunning-mini-led-brutal-rtx-5090-performance-hot-cpuRead 15 October 2026Review says the backlight shows strong pulsations at a high frequency with a very low duty cycle. The frequency and the brightness level are not stored.

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PWM frequency (measured)iDetected PWM frequency at the brightness setting stated by the reviewer.

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PWM at or below brightnessiHighest display brightness setting at or below which the documented PWM is detected.

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Response black to white (measured)iReviewer combined rise and fall response for black-to-white-to-black, with test conditions in the source note.

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Response grey to grey (measured)iReviewer combined rise and fall response between specified grey levels. State the levels in the source note.

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Measured performance

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Cinebench 2024 single-coreiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Cinebench 2024 multi-coreiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Geekbench 6 single-coreiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker. Geekbench 6 only. Geekbench 5 and 7 use other scales, so their scores are not stored.

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Geekbench 6 multi-coreiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker. Geekbench 6 only. Geekbench 5 and 7 use other scales, so their scores are not stored.

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3DMark Time Spy graphicsiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker. Graphics score, not the overall score. A score the review does not label as graphics is left out.

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3DMark Steel NomadiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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SSD sequential read (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Game frame ratesiMatching review-unit game results. Resolution, preset, upscaling, frame generation and ray tracing are stated only when documented.

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Measured noise and temperature

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Fan noise per modeiReviewer sound-pressure readings for the matching configuration and mode. Measurement distance and workload belong in the source note.

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Max fan noiseiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Fan noise while gamingiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Top surface under loadiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Bottom surface under loadiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Palm rest under loadiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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CPU temperature in stress testiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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CPU clock in stress testiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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GPU temperature while gamingiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Measured battery and power

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Battery runtime per testiReviewer runtime for the exact test and configuration. Mixed browsing, video and graphics workloads are classified as mixed use.

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Wi-Fi browsing runtimeiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Video runtimeiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Full charge time (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Power draw idleiHighest reviewer idle AC power reading for the matching configuration and test conditions.

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Power draw gamingiReviewer AC power draw during the named game and settings. Not GPU-only power.

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Power draw maxiMaximum reviewer AC input power during the documented load or stress test. Not the adapter rating.

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Sustained CPU power (measured)iObserved sustained CPU package power during the documented test. Not the configured PL1 limit.

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GPU power while gaming (measured)iObserved GPU-only power while running the documented game and settings.

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Weight (measured)iReviewer measured laptop mass without its power adapter unless the source note explicitly states otherwise.

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Certifications

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Intel EvoiManufacturer certification of the exact configuration as Intel Evo. Processor support alone does not establish certification.

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Copilot+ PCiManufacturer identifies the configuration as Copilot+ PC. A Copilot keyboard key alone is insufficient.

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Colour certifications

Calman Verified1Press releasenews.acer.com/acer-introduces-predator-helios-18-ai-the-ultimate-gaming-laptopRead 15 October 2026Table says Calman Verified (Delta E<2). The Delta E figure is a maker claim and is not stored as a measurement.

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ENERGY STAR

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EPEAT

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Other certifications

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TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light3Owner's manualcontent.etilize.com/User-Manual/1086710295.pdfRead 14 October 2026Page 15 note says the low blue light panel works in compliance with TÜV Rheinland in the default Standard preset mode.

In the box

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In the boxiAccessories confirmed for this exact SKU. Do not combine mutually exclusive regional bundles into one box.

Power adapter, Power cord, Memory thermal pad upgrade kit, Swappable MagKey 4.0 WASD and arrow keycaps2Maker product pageacer.com/us-en/predator/laptops/helios/helios-18-ai/pdp/NH.U82AA.001Read 15 October 2026Acer's package listing for this SKU names the power adapter, the power cord and a memory thermal pad upgrade kit. LaptopMedia also says swappable MagKey 4.0 WASD and arrow keycaps come with it.

AC Adapter, Power Cord4Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0FMZJ18CMRead 14 October 2026Item details list built-in media as AC Adapter, Laptop and Power Cord.

Power adapter includediWhether a power adapter is included with this exact regional SKU. A supported or recommended adapter does not prove inclusion.

Yes2Maker product pageacer.com/us-en/predator/laptops/helios/helios-18-ai/pdp/NH.U82AA.001Read 15 October 2026

Yes4Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0FMZJ18CMRead 14 October 20266Spec databasekelaptop.com/en/acer-predator-helios-neo-18-ai-phn18-72-92y3-nh-u0haa-002Read 14 October 2026

Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

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1year4Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0FMZJ18CMRead 14 October 2026Item details say One-year International Travelers Limited Warranty (ITW).

Warranty serviceiDocumented manufacturer warranty service for the named market. Included paid service upgrades belong in the source note.

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Mail-in, Carry-in5Maker spec sheet (PDF)images.acer.com/is/content/acer/Acer_CONS_WTY_DOC_1_YR_MICI_US_CA_MX_LA_46_AD148_008_090514pdfRead 14 October 2026Generic Acer limited warranty agreement for the US and Canada. Page 1 says 1 Year Limited: Parts and Labor, Mail In or Carry In. It is not specific to this model.

Links

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Product page

www.acer.com/us-en/predator/laptops/helios/helios-18-ai/pdp/NH.U82AA.0012Maker product pageacer.com/us-en/predator/laptops/helios/helios-18-ai/pdp/NH.U82AA.001Read 15 October 2026

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Spec sheet

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Manual

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content.etilize.com/User-Manual/1086710295.pdf3Owner's manualcontent.etilize.com/User-Manual/1086710295.pdfRead 14 October 2026Acer user manual of May 2025 for the Predator Helios Neo 16 AI and 18 AI. It covers PHN16-73 and PHN18-72. Port figures are shared by both models.

EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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