Acer Predator PH18-73-97VL

Acer Predator PH18-73-97VL. Product type: Laptop, Form factor: Clamshell. Processor family: Intel Core Ultra 9, Processor model: 275HX. Display diagonal: 45.7 cm (18"), HD type: WQXGA, Display resolution: 2560 x 1600 pixels. Internal memory: 32 GB, Internal memory type: DDR5-SDRAM. Total storage capacity: 1 TB, Storage media: SSD. On-board graphics card model: Intel® Graphics, Discrete graphics card model: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080. Operating system installed: Windows 11 Home. Product colour: Black

Forged at the edge of Predator engineering, this high-performance gaming laptop delivers desktop-class quality in mobile form. Power responds instantly and stays controlled, sustaining speed, precision, and stability as workloads intensify.

PURE PERFORMANCE. PRECISION TUNED
A new class of gaming laptops built for split-second responsiveness, rock-solid FPS, and smart tuning that keeps you locked into the largest selection of games and apps. Powered by up to an Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 processor 290HX Plus.

RTX. IT'S ON.
THE ULTIMATE IN RAY TRACING AND AI
RTX is the most advanced platform for path tracing and neural rendering technologies that are revolutionizing the ways we play and create. Over 800 games and applications use RTX to deliver realistic graphics and incredibly fast performance with cutting-edge AI features like DLSS Multi Frame Generation.

EXPERIENCE CINEMATIC HDR AT ITS BEST
With up to an 18.0" Mini LED display that delivers stunning visuals with HDR brilliance and a peak brightness of 1000 nits, every scene comes to life, bringing deeper contrasts and sharper details.

DUAL-MODE DISPLAY
Switch seamlessly between 4K at 120Hz for sharp visuals or FHD at 240Hz for ultra-smooth gameplay. Tailor your display to your needs with a simple toggle, combining precision and performance in one screen.

SHARPER FOCUS
The FHD IR camera delivers crisp, consistent image quality for streaming, squad coordination, and competitive play, keeping you visible and locked in when every call counts.

CUSTOM-ENGINEERED COOLING THAT NEVER QUITS
Two of the world's thinnest 6th Gen Predator AeroBlade 3D Fans use ultra-thin metal blades to boost airflow efficiency by up to 20%. Working with liquid metal thermal grease and vector heat pipes, the system maintains stable performance as demands intensify.

LIQUID METAL THERMAL GREASE
Replaces traditional compounds to accelerate heat transfer from the CPU, reducing thermal resistance and helping sustain higher performance under continuous load.

VECTOR HEAT PIPES
Precision-routed to move heat rapidly away from critical components, distributing thermal load evenly to maintain stability during extended gaming and workloads.

PRECISION BEYOND THE MECHANICAL
Our unique, patented Predator MagKey 4.0 grant control with pinpoint precision. These next-gen mechanical switches activate through magnetic actuation, delivering keystrokes that are not only fast but meticulously accurate.

SIX SPEAKER AUDIO IMMERSION
Experience laptop audio like never before. Predator Vox is a patented speaker system built for high-fidelity nearfield audio which enhances directionality, clarity, and immersive range.

PATENTED TUBE DESIGN
Internal channels stabilize waveform output to reduce muddiness, keeping sound sharp and distortion-free at higher volumes.

DEDICATED BASS AND TREBLE
A 2-way speaker setup separates bass and treble frequencies for cleaner projection and richer, full-spectrum sound.

WIDE AND CLEAR STAGE
Covers more horizontal space than typical laptop speakers, helping you locate enemies and track movement with sharper directional audio.

UNBOUND SPEED AND CONNECTION
Built for competitive play and high-bandwidth workflows, next-gen connectivity removes bottlenecks across gaming, streaming, and multi-display setups. Wired or wireless, latency stays low and data moves without hesitation.

HUNDERBOLT™ 5 UNLEASHED
Delivers up to 80 Gbps bidirectional bandwidth, with asymmetric boost up to 120 Gbps for display-heavy workflows, high-speed storage, and advanced multi-device setups.

WI-FI 7, NO COMPROMISE
Intel® Killer™ 1750X Wi-Fi 7 unlocks wider channels and improved congestion handling, delivering faster wireless throughput and smoother play in crowded network environments.

ETHERNET THAT KEEPS YOU ENGAGED
Intel® Killer™ Ethernet E5000B delivers deterministic, low-latency wired performance for competitive play where consistency and packet control matter most.

INTELLIGENT TRAFFIC CONTROL
Killer™ DoubleShot™ Pro prioritizes game traffic across wired and wireless connections, reducing interruptions and keeping latency consistent when multiple apps and downloads compete for bandwidth.

COMMAND THE LIGHT
Lighting is more than visual flair. Every zone, key, and contour responds with purpose, reinforcing presence, control, and identity across your setup. Illumination becomes part of how the system moves, reacts, and commands attention.

INSTANT CONTROL AT YOUR FINGERTIPS
PredatorSense and Acer My Key sit on dedicated hotkeys for fast, frictionless control. Adjust cooling, lighting and system behavior instantly, keeping your focus locked on the fight without breaking momentum.

PREDATORSENSE
Real-time command of fan curves, performance modes and system vitals, giving you tight, stable gameplay exactly when the pressure rises.

ACER MY KEY
Assign instant shortcuts to tools, apps or system actions through a single press, cutting out delays and keeping your setup ready for anything.

ACER INTELLIGENCE SPACE
Launch smarter performance through Acer Intelligence Space, your hub for AI-ready tools and hardware insights that fuel productivity, creativity, and gaming

DISCOVER YOUR NEXT FAVORITE GAME
Play hundreds of PC games with your new Predator Windows 11 PC and three months of PC Game Pass, including EA Play. With new games added all the time, there's always something new to play.

Design

Product type: Laptop
Product colour: Black
Form factor: Clamshell
Market positioning: Gaming

Display

Display diagonal: 45.7 cm (18")
Display resolution: 2560 x 1600 pixels
HD type: WQXGA
Panel type: IPS
Display technology marketing name: ComfyView
Feature: LED backlight
Native aspect ratio: 16:10
Display surface: Matt
Feature: Anti-glare screen
Display brightness: 1000 cd/m²
RGB colour space: DCI-P3
Colour gamut: 100%
Feature: Low Blue Light technology
Maximum refresh rate: 250 Hz
Contrast ratio (typical): 1000:1

Processor

Processor manufacturer: Intel
Processor family: Intel Core Ultra 9
Processor generation: Intel Core Ultra (Series 2)
Processor model: 275HX
Processor cores: 24
Processor threads: 24
Processor boost frequency: 5.4 GHz
Performance cores: 8
Efficient cores: 16
Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency: 5.4 GHz
Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency: 4.6 GHz
Performance-core base frequency: 2.7 GHz
Efficient-core base frequency: 2.1 GHz
Processor cache: 36 MB
Processor cache type: Smart Cache
Processor socket: BGA 2114
Processor base power: 55 W
Maximum turbo power: 160 W

Neural processor unit (NPU)

Neural processor unit (NPU): Intel AI Boost
Feature: Sparsity support
Feature: Windows Studio effects support
AI software frameworks supported by NPU: DirectML, OpenVINO, Windows ML, ONNX RT, WebNN
Total processor performance up to: 36 TOPs
NPU performance up to: 13 TOPs
GPU performance up to: 8 TOPs

Memory

Internal memory: 32 GB
Internal memory type: DDR5-SDRAM
Memory form factor: SO-DIMM
Memory slots: 2x SO-DIMM
Maximum internal memory: 192 GB

Storage

Total storage capacity: 1 TB
Storage media: SSD
Total SSDs capacity: 1 TB
Number of SSDs installed: 1
SSD capacity: 1 TB
SSD interface: PCI Express 5.0
Feature: NVMe
SSD form factor: M.2
Optical drive type: No
Feature: Card reader integrated
Compatible memory cards: SD

Graphics

Discrete graphics card model: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080
Discrete graphics card memory: 16 GB
Discrete graphics memory type: GDDR7
Feature: On-board graphics card
On-board GPU manufacturer: Intel
Feature: Discrete graphics card
On-board graphics card family: Intel® Graphics
On-board graphics card model: Intel® Graphics

Audio

Audio system: DTS:X Ultra
Number of built-in speakers: 6
Feature: Built-in microphone
Number of microphones: 3

Camera

Feature: Front camera

Network

Top Wi-Fi standard: Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
Antenna type: 2x2
WLAN controller model: Killer Wi-Fi BE1750x
Feature: Ethernet LAN
Ethernet LAN data rates: 5000 Mbit/s
Feature: Bluetooth
Bluetooth version: 5.4

Ports & interfaces

USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity: 1
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity: 2
USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C ports quantity: 2
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports: 1
HDMI ports quantity: 1
HDMI version: 2.1
Feature: Combo headphone/mic port

Keyboard

Pointing device: Touchpad
Feature: Numeric keypad
Feature: Keyboard backlit
Keyboard backlit colour: RGB
Keyboard backlit zone: Per-key RGB

Software

Operating system architecture: 64-bit
Operating system installed: Windows 11 Home

Battery

Battery technology: Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Number of battery cells: 4
Battery capacity: 99.98 Wh
Battery life (max): 5.5 h

Power

AC adapter power: 400 W
Feature: USB Type-C charging port
USB Type-C required charging power (min): 90 W
USB Type-C required charging power (max): 100 W
Feature: USB Power Delivery (USB PD)

Security

Feature: Cable lock slot
Cable lock slot type: Kensington

Weight & dimensions

Width: 401 mm
Depth: 307.9 mm
Height: 29.6 mm
Weight: 3.5 kg

Packaging content

Feature: AC adapter included