Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 2024 With Rtx 4080 Acer Predator Helios 18 (RTX 5070 Ti & Intel Core Ultra 9) Comparison

Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 2024 With Rtx 4080 $3,399 Check Deal	Acer Predator Helios 18 (RTX 5070 Ti & Intel Core Ultra 9) $2,049 Check Deal	ASUS ROG Strix G18 with RTX 4080 and intel i9 14th Gen
Overview
Brand
Acer	Acer
Model
Predator Helios Neo 18 (2024)	Predator Helios Neo 18 AI
Graphics
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 16GB GDDR6	NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU with 992 AI TOPS, based on Blackwell architecture
RTX 4080 Laptops \| RTX 5070 Laptops
RAM
64GB DDR5-5600MHz	16GB (2x8GB) DDR5 5600MHz SO-DIMM
64GB Laptops \| 8GB Laptops
Storage
4TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD	1TB Gen 4 NVMe SSD
4TB Laptops \| 1TB Laptops
Display
18-inch 2.5K IPS, 240Hz	18-inch WQXGA (2560x1600) resolution, 16:10 aspect ratio, 240Hz refresh rate, 3ms response time, IPS panel, 100% DCI-P3 color gamut, 500 nits brightness, NVIDIA G-SYNC, NVIDIA Advanced Optimus
Operating System
Windows 11 Pro	Windows 11 Home or Pro (not specified, assumed standard)
Weight
3.5 kg or 7.72 lbs	null
Color
Black	Black (assumed standard Predator design)
Processor
Model
Intel Core i9-14900HX
Cores
24 Cores (8 Performance Cores + 16 Efficient Cores)	8 cores
Threads
32 Threads	16 threads
Base Clock
2.2 GHz	3.0 GHz
Max Turbo Boost
Up to 5.8 GHz	up to 5.0 GHz
Cache
36MB Intel Smart Cache	24MB L3 cache
TDP
55W	null
CPU
	Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX
Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX Laptops
Display
Screen Size
18 inches	18 inches
Resolution
2560 x 1600 (2.5K)	WQXGA (2560x1600)
Refresh Rate
240Hz	240Hz
Panel Type
IPS	IPS
Color Gamut
100% DCI-P3	100% DCI-P3
Brightness
Up to 500 nits	500 nits
Aspect Ratio
16:10	16:10
Additional Features
Anti-Glare, NVIDIA G-Sync	NVIDIA G-SYNC, NVIDIA Advanced Optimus
Response Time
	3ms
Graphics
GPU
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080	NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU
VRAM
16GB GDDR6	8GB GDDR6 (assumed standard for RTX 5070 Ti)
Ray Tracing
Yes	Supported
DLSS Support
Yes, NVIDIA DLSS 3	DLSS 4
Additional Features
MUX Switch with NVIDIA Advanced Optimus	Full ray tracing, neural rendering, AI acceleration
TGP
	null
Benchmark Scores
	null
Memory
RAM Type
DDR5	DDR5
RAM Speed
5600MHz	5600MHz
Expandable Memory
Yes, up to 128GB	Up to 32GB (2x16GB) DDR5 5600MHz SO-DIMM
Storage
Primary Storage
4TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD	1TB NVMe Gen 4 SSD
Secondary Storage Options
Not specified	null
RAID Support
No	null
Gaming Features
Dedicated Gaming Keys
Yes, with Macro Functionality	4-Zone RGB Keyboard
RGB Customization
Yes, via PredatorSense	Supported
Game Optimization
AI-powered performance tuning	PredatorSense software, optimized for gaming performance
Performance
Cooling Technology
5th Gen AeroBlade 3D Fans with Liquid Metal Thermal Grease	Acer's advanced cooling with multiple fans and vapor chamber
Overclocking Support
Yes, via PredatorSense	Supported via PredatorSense
Performance Modes
Balanced, Performance, Full Speed	Multiple modes including Turbo, Balanced, and Quiet
Benchmark Scores
Not specified	null
Battery
Capacity
90Wh	null
Backup Time
Up to 6 hours (varies with usage)	null
Charging Type
Fast Charging	Supports 100W fast charging; 30 minutes to 50%
Power Adapter
330W	Likely 200W or higher (not specified)
Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)	Killer Wi-Fi 6E
Bluetooth
5.3	Supported (version not specified, likely 5.2 or higher)
Ports
1 x HDMI 2.1, 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, 1 x Thunderbolt 4 (DisplayPort, G-Sync), 1 x 2.5G LAN port, 1 x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack	USB-C (with Thunderbolt support likely), USB-A, HDMI, Ethernet (RJ45), Audio jack (combo)
Keyboard & Touchpad
Keyboard Type
Per-Key RGB Backlit Chiclet	Mechanical-style 4-Zone RGB Keyboard
Key Travel
1.8mm	null
N-Key Rollover
Yes	Supported
Touchpad Features
Large Glass Touchpad with Multi-Gesture Support	Precision touchpad with multi-touch support
Audio
Speakers
Stereo Speakers with DTS:X Ultra	Stereo speakers, likely downward-firing
Audio Enhancements
Hi-Res Audio	Supported via Acer's software, possibly DTS or similar
Dedicated Audio Jack
Yes, 3.5mm combo jack	Yes
Camera
Webcam
1080p FHD	Likely 720p HD webcam
Privacy Shutter
Yes	Supported
Build & Design
Material
Aluminum and Plastic	Plastic and metal chassis
Color Options
Black	Black
RGB Lighting
Yes, PredatorSense customizable lighting	Yes, on keyboard and possibly other accents
Dimensions
Not specified	null
Special Features
Virtual Reality Ready
Yes	Supported
Advanced Cooling
Yes, with 5th Gen AeroBlade 3D Fans	Yes
Software
Pre-installed PredatorSense for system control and customization	PredatorSense for system tuning and lighting control
Box Contents
Laptop
Yes	Predator Helios Neo 18 AI
Power Adapter
Yes, 330W	Included (likely 200W or higher)
User Manual
Yes	Included
Warranty Card
Yes	Included
Additional Accessories
8-in-1 CD/DVD Drive	null
Launch Date
Release Date
2024.0	March 2026
Status
Available	Available

Which is Better: Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 2024 With Rtx 4080 or Acer Predator Helios 18 (RTX 5070 Ti & Intel Core Ultra 9)?

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Advantages of Acer Predator Helios 18 (RTX 5070 Ti & Intel Core Ultra 9):

Has better GPU (NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU vs NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080)

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