Acer has expanded its gaming laptop portfolio with the introduction of new Predator and Nitro models powered by Intel Core Ultra Series 3 processors and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50 Series Laptop GPUs. The lineup includes the Predator Helios Neo 16S AI, Acer Nitro V 16 AI, and Acer Nitro V 16S AI, offering a range of configurations aimed at different performance and portability requirements.
Alongside the laptops, Acer also announced two new gaming peripherals: the Predator Galea 570 headset and the Predator Cestus 530 gaming mouse.
Predator Helios Neo 16S AI
The Predator Helios Neo 16S AI (PHN16S-I51) is the highest-specification model in the lineup. It can be configured with up to an Intel Core Ultra 9 386H processor and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU, housed in a metal chassis measuring 18.9 mm thick.
The laptop features a 16-inch WQXGA OLED display with HDR support. Cooling is handled by a thermal system that includes a fifth-generation AeroBlade 3D fan and liquid metal thermal compound. Memory configurations go up to 64 GB of DDR5 RAM, with storage options up to 2 TB via PCIe SSDs.
Additional features include an FHD infrared webcam, DTS:X Ultra audio, Wi-Fi 6E, Thunderbolt 4 connectivity, and support for Windows 11 Copilot+ PC features. Acer’s Intelligence Space software is included to support AI-assisted workflows across gaming, creative, and productivity tasks.
Acer Nitro V Series
The Nitro lineup is positioned as a more accessible option for casual and value-focused gamers.
The Acer Nitro V 16 AI (ANV16-I51) supports configurations up to an Intel Core Ultra 7 355 processor paired with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU. It includes up to 32 GB of DDR5 memory and up to 2 TB of SSD storage. The device also features DTS:X Ultra audio and an FHD IR webcam with a physical privacy shutter.
Acer also introduced the Nitro V 16S AI (ANV16S-I51), a thinner model measuring under 17.9 mm. It shares similar processor and GPU options and is aimed at users seeking portability. The laptop includes a 16-inch WUXGA display, a four-zone RGB keyboard, Wi-Fi 6E connectivity, and an FHD IR webcam with a shutter.
All Predator and Nitro laptops include Acer Intelligence Space and are classified as Copilot+ PCs, with NPUs capable of delivering over 45 AI TOPS for on-device AI processing.
New gaming peripherals
The Predator Galea 570 gaming headset features 50 mm drivers and supports wired, Bluetooth 5.4, and 2.4 GHz wireless connectivity via a USB dongle. The headset includes environmental noise cancellation and offers up to 30 hours of battery life. Audio and microphone settings can be adjusted using Acer’s Predator QuarterMaster software.
The Predator Cestus 530 gaming mouse is equipped with a PixArt PAW3395 sensor, offering up to 26,000 DPI sensitivity, 650 IPS tracking, and an 8,000 Hz polling rate. It supports wired, Bluetooth, and 2.4 GHz wireless modes and is rated for up to 80 million clicks.
Pricing and availability
The Predator Helios Neo 16S AI will be available in North America in Q3 2026, in EMEA in Q2 2026, and in Australia in Q1 2026. The Acer Nitro V 16 AI will be available in North America, EMEA, and Australia in Q2 2026. The Acer Nitro V 16S AI will be available in North America in Q3 2026 and in EMEA in Q2 2026. The Predator Galea 570 headset will be available in North America and EMEA in Q1 2026, starting at USD 149 and EUR 149, respectively. The Predator Cestus 530 gaming mouse will be available in North America and EMEA in Q1 2026, starting at USD 109 and EUR 99.
