Acer unveils Predator Helios 18 AI gaming laptop with 4K Mini LED display at CES

Acer has announced upgrades for its Predator Helios 18 and 16 gaming laptops at CES. The new Predator Helios 18 AI features a dual-mode Mini LED display, offering 4K at 120Hz or 1080p at 240Hz, with a brightness of up to 1,000 nits. The Helios 18 AI includes powerful specs, such as an Intel 15th Gen Core Ultra 9 processor and Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 graphics. It supports over 150 AI applications and will be available in May, starting at $2,999.99. The Predator Helios 16 AI has a 2560 x 1600 OLED display with a 240Hz refresh rate. It will launch in June, starting at $2,299.99. Both models feature swappable keys and improved cooling but have limited port options.