High-end gaming laptop from Acer now includes vPro and ECC memory, signifying a strategic move by Acer to bolster its hardware capabilities.
Acer has announced the release of two new laptops, the Acer Predator Helios 18P and the Acer Nitro V 16 and Nitro V 16S, catering to both gaming and workstation needs.
The Acer Predator Helios 18P stands out with its aggressive angles and RGB lighting, creating a distinctive gaming laptop appearance. It is designed for versatility, featuring vPro for managing PC fleets and ECC memory to ensure data integrity, making it suitable for workstation use cases as well. The Helios 18P is equipped with up to an Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX with vPro CPU and comes with up to Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU, offering exceptional performance for demanding tasks. The laptop also boasts up to 6TB PCIe Gen 5 SSD storage and up to 192GB ECC memory.
In Europe, the Acer Predator Helios 18P is priced at €4,499. However, the release date and pricing for the US market have yet to be announced.
Moving on to the Acer Nitro V 16 and Nitro V 16S, these laptops share similarities with systems launched earlier this year, but with Intel processor options up to an Intel Core 9 270H. The Nitro V 16 and Nitro V 16S have 16-inch displays, and the GPUs can be boosted up to an RTX 5070. The Nitro V 16 offers display options of 1920 x 1200 and 2560 x 1600 at 180 Hz.
The Acer Nitro V 16 will start at $999.99 in October, while the Acer Nitro V 16S, expected to be available at the end of November, will start at $1,099.99. Unfortunately, there is no information available about the pricing and release date outside of North America.
Acer is updating its budget and mid-range Acer Nitro line with the Nitro V 16 and Nitro V 16S. While the Helios 18P offers vPro and ECC memory for data integrity, these models do not seem to have any specific features mentioned for ensuring data integrity.
These new laptops from Acer promise to deliver impressive performance for both gaming and workstation use, catering to a wide range of users. Whether you're a hardcore gamer or a professional looking for a powerful workstation, Acer's latest offerings might just be what you need.
