AI, Gaming, and Channel Innovation Drive Acer’s Vision at GITEX Global 2025
From AI-enabled TravelMate business laptops to Predator Helios 18P AI gaming powerhouses, Acer will be showcasing its most advanced technologies at GITEX 2025. General Manager, Michele Montecchio, reveals how Acer is merging intelligence, performance, and design to empower the modern workforce, elevate gaming, and expand its regional channel ecosystem.
Could you elaborate on Acer’s participation at GITEX Global 2025 and highlight how this year’s presence distinguishes itself from previous editions?
GITEX Global 2025 serves as a flagship platform to engage with customers, partners, and enthusiasts across the region — a moment to reconnect, exchange insights, and showcase the next evolution of innovation. This year Acer’s participation is designed around meaningful interaction and product experience, with gaming taking centre stage.
The global and regional technology showcase highlights Acer’s unwavering commitment to delivering next-generation gaming performance driven by RTX 5000-series technology. Engineered for precision and speed, this lineup redefines what gamers can expect from immersive play — combining powerful graphics, seamless responsiveness, and stability across the most demanding titles.
The display also extends into a new class of AI-powered systems designed to merge intelligence with performance, empowering creators, professionals, and gamers to achieve more through adaptive computing and real-time optimisation. Completing the ecosystem are next-generation monitors, gadgets, and e-mobility innovations that reflect Acer’s vision of connected, adaptive lifestyles.
Which flagship products, solutions, or innovations will Acer be showcasing at GITEX Global 2025, and how do they address the evolving technological challenges and opportunities of today’s market?
This year’s participation at GITEX Global 2025 is centred on demonstrating how AI-driven innovation is transforming the way we work, create, and play — with a special focus on performance mobility and immersive gaming. The showcase brings together Acer’s most advanced technologies, designed to meet the evolving needs of both professionals and the gaming community, where speed, intelligence, and design excellence converge.
Among the highlights is the TravelMate X4 14 AI, a next-generation business laptop that redefines productivity through enterprise-grade performance in an ultra-sleek, lightweight form factor. It’s built for those who demand power and portability without compromise, delivering AI-enhanced responsiveness that adapts intuitively to user behaviour.
Equally exciting for the gaming audience is the Predator Helios 18P AI, a powerhouse that brings desktop-level AI computing into a laptop form. With cutting-edge processing capabilities, advanced cooling systems, and NVIDIA RTX 5000-series graphics, it’s engineered for creators, competitive gamers, and hybrid professionals who want a single device capable of dominating high-intensity gameplay while handling complex creative workflows. The Helios 18P AI exemplifies the fusion of raw performance and intelligent design — built to elevate every session, whether it’s for work, content creation, or pure play.
Will Acer be announcing any new partnerships, product launches, or strategic initiatives during GITEX Global 2025?
This year marks a significant milestone as Acer introduces its revamped Channel Partner Programme at GITEX — a strategic initiative designed to foster collaboration and growth within the regional partner ecosystem. The programme specifically focuses on engaging Tier 3 partners and will be rolled out across key Middle Eastern and African markets, beginning with Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and the UAE.
The renewed framework aims to foster deeper alignment between Acer and its partners by building consistent product awareness, streamlining communication, and enhancing the overall partner journey. Through dedicated training, marketing support, and access to the latest innovations in Acer’s portfolio, the initiative will empower partners to deliver a superior sales experience and drive mutual business success. Ultimately, the programme underscores Acer’s long-term commitment to nurturing a strong, agile, and future-ready channel network across the Middle East and Africa region.
What emerging trends or technologies are gaining traction in the Middle East?
AI-driven consumer technology is set to play a defining role in shaping the next phase of digital innovation, and Acer is at the forefront of this transformation. At GITEX 2025, Acer will unveil a comprehensive lineup of Copilot+ AI-powered portable devices, designed to help users harness the full potential of generative AI for enhanced creativity, efficiency, and productivity. The new devices seamlessly integrate intelligent features that anticipate user needs, optimise performance, and redefine everyday computing experiences.
For the gaming community, Acer’s Predator and Nitro series, equipped with the latest NVIDIA 5000-series GPUs, deliver unprecedented power and realism, pushing visual boundaries for competitive and immersive gameplay. Complementing these systems are Acer’s next-generation gaming monitors, engineered with adaptive capabilities that allow users to “hot-swap” resolution and refresh rates depending on the task — ensuring optimal performance whether gaming, streaming, or content creation. Together, these innovations reflect Acer’s vision of an intelligent, responsive ecosystem built around AI, performance, and the evolving expectations of modern gamers.
What kind of interactive experiences can visitors expect at your booth this year?
Visitors to Acer’s booth will be immersed in a dynamic, hands-on experience designed to bring innovation to life. Live demonstrations will showcase the full capabilities of Acer’s latest products — from AI-enabled laptops to high-performance gaming systems — allowing guests to explore their features, power, and responsiveness first-hand.
Beyond the core product displays, attendees can also discover Acer’s expanded gaming lifestyle range, featuring the brand’s latest Predator gaming chair and desk, engineered for maximum comfort and precision during marathon gaming sessions. Completing the experience is Acer’s exclusive gaming luggage collection, crafted to meet the needs of gamers on the move, combining durability, style, and functionality. Every element of the booth has been curated to reflect Acer’s commitment to creating a complete ecosystem where innovation, performance, and design meet the passion of the gaming community.
