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Acer announced its new laptop,"Predator Helios"

Acer announced its new laptop,
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On April 11 (U.S. time), Acer Taiwan announced its new "Predator Helios" series of gaming laptops.

Predator Helios 700 with distinctive sliding keyboard

Predator Helios 700
Predator Helios 700

Predator Helios 700 is a 17-inch gaming laptop.
The "HyperDrift" mechanism allows the keyboard, touchpad, and palm rest to be pulled forward.
This allows for improved heat dissipation and the same ease of use as an external keyboard.

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Reliable cooling structure

The cooling mechanism includes a 4th generation AeroBlade 3D fan, five copper heat pipes, a vapor chamber, and CoolBoost technology, which also prevents performance degradation during extended use.

High-end configuration

The CPU is a 9th generation Core i9 processor, GPU is GeForce RTX 2080 or RTX 2070, DDR4 memory is up to 64GB, and wireless LAN is Wi-Fi 6 (IEEE 802.11ax) compatible.
Killer DoubleShot Pro support is also supported, making the laptop as powerful as a desktop PC.

Acer's thorough attention to detail

The display is a 144Hz IPS panel with a 3ms response time and G-SYNC support.
The keyboard features RGB LED backlighting and anti-ghosting MagForce WASD keys.
It also features five speakers and a subwoofer, showing the manufacturer's commitment to sound.

Availability and Pricing

The product is scheduled for release in the US in July, with prices starting at 2,699.99USD.

Predator Helios 300 available in two sizes

Predator Helios 300
Predator Helios 300

The Predator Helios 300 is available in 15.6" and 17.3" models, allowing users to choose the size that best suits their needs and preferences.
It is equipped with a 9th generation Core i7 processor and GeForce RTX 2070 Max-Q, and has a newly designed metal chassis. Even though it is mid-range, the specs are sufficient.

No worries for games that require high PC specs

The display has a Full HD (1,920 x 1,080 pixels) IPS LCD panel with 144Hz drive and can be equipped with up to 32GB of DDR4-2666 memory.
Storage can be provided by two NVMe SSDs (RAID 0) or HDDs.

Release Schedule and Pricing

The product will be available in the US in June, with prices starting at 1,199.99USD.

Not available in Japan at this time

The demand for high-spec laptops is increasing for game distribution environments and e-sports events, and the "Predator Helios" series is expected to be released in Japan.
For more details, please visit the official Acer website (English and Chinese ).