Acer has expanded its gaming portfolio in India with the launch of two new AI-powered laptops — the Predator Helios Neo 16 AI and Predator Helios Neo 16S AI.
Predator Helios Neo 16 AI and 16S AI Laptops
The Predator Helios Neo 16 AI features a traditional gaming laptop design while delivering high-performance hardware in a standard chassis. The Neo 16S AI is Acer’s slimmest Predator laptop to date, measuring under 18.9mm in thickness and built for portability.
Both models are equipped with Intel Core Ultra 9 processors and up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPUs, suited for gaming and content creation workloads. They also include DLSS 4, 4th Gen Ray Tracing, and NVIDIA Reflex 2 technologies to reduce latency and improve frame rates and visual output.
Helios Neo 16 AI: 16-inch WQXGA IPS display with a 240Hz refresh rate, 1ms response time, 500 nits brightness, and 100% DCI-P3 color gamut.
Helios Neo 16S AI: 16-inch WQXGA OLED display with over 90% screen-to-body ratio, high contrast, deeper blacks, and detailed visuals.
Both laptops support up to 64GB DDR5 RAM and 2TB PCIe Gen4 SSD storage. Thermal management includes a 5th Gen AeroBlade 3D fan, liquid metal thermal grease, and vector heat pipes.
Customizable features include:
- 4-zone RGB backlit keyboard
- RGB-lit cover logo
- With PredatorSense™, users can manage performance, RGB lighting, and AI settings.
- Dedicated Copilot key for access to system tools and performance configuration
Integrated AI NPUs offload tasks such as background blur, image generation, and audio processing, allowing efficient system usage during gaming, streaming, or multitasking. For connectivity, options include: Thunderbolt 4, HDMI 2.1, USB Type-C, and Killer DoubleShot Pro with Wi-Fi 6E and Ethernet.
Quick Specs: Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI
- Display: 16″ WQXGA (2560×1600), IPS, 240Hz, 500 nits
- Processor: Intel Core Ultra 9 (2.7 GHz, up to 5.4 GHz)
- RAM: 32GB DDR5 (Upgradable to 64GB)
- Storage: 2TB SSD (2×1TB PCIe Gen4)
- Graphics: Up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop GPU
- Wireless: Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.4
- Ports: 1× USB 3.2 Gen1, 2× USB 3.2 Gen2, 2× USB Type-C, 1× HDMI
- Webcam: 1080p HD @60fps with Temporal Noise Reduction
- Keyboard: 4-zone RGB-backlit, numeric keypad
- Battery: 90Wh, 4-cell Li-ion
- Charger: 230W, 3-pin
- OS: Windows 11 Home (64-bit)
- Software: PredatorSense™, Copilot key, AI features
- Color: Abyssal Black
- Warranty: 1-Year International Travelers Warranty
Quick Specs: Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S AI
- Display: 16″ OLED WQXGA (2560×1600), 240Hz, 400 nits brightness, 100% DCI-P3, True Black HDR 500
- Processor: Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX (2.7 GHz, up to 5.4 GHz) or Core Ultra 7 255HX (2.4 GHz, up to 5.2 GHz)
- RAM: 16GB or 32GB DDR5, upgradable to 64GB
- Storage: 1TB PCIe Gen4 SSD, upgradable to 2TB
- Graphics: Up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.4, USB 3.2 Gen1 & Gen2, USB Type-C, HDMI
- OS: Windows 11 Home (64-bit)
- Webcam and Keyboard: 1080p HD and RGB backlit with numpad
- Battery: 76Wh, 4-cell Li-ion; Power Adapter: 230W
- Color: Abyssal Black
- Dimensions: 12–18.97mm thick, 356.78 × 275.5 mm
- Warranty: 1-Year International Travelers Warranty
Pricing and Availability
Predator Helios Neo 16S AI
- Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX / 16 GB / 1 TB SSD / RTX 5050: Rs. 1,54,999
- Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX / 16 GB / 1 TB SSD / RTX 5060: Rs. 1,74,999
- Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX / 16 GB / 1 TB SSD / RTX 5070: Rs. 1,94,999
- Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX / 16 GB / 1 TB SSD / RTX 5070: Rs. 2,04,999
- Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX / 32 GB / 1 TB SSD / RTX 5070: Rs. 2,09,999
Predator Helios Neo 16 AI
- Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX / 32 GB / 2 TB SSD / RTX 5070: Rs. 2,29,999
The laptops can be purchased via Acer Exclusive Stores, Acer E-store, Flipkart.com, Amazon.in, Croma, Reliance Digital, and Vijay Sales.
Speaking about the launch, Sudhir Goel, Chief Business Officer at Acer India, said,
With the Predator Helios Neo 16 AI and 16S AI, we are reshaping what it means to be mobile and powerful. This is more than just performance — it’s a vision of where gaming and AI computing intersect. We are dedicated to delivering immersive, high-performance machines that enable users to work, create, and game without limits. As India embraces AI-driven productivity and digital lifestyles, this launch reflects our commitment to supporting that future with innovation at its core.