Acer has launched new laptops across its Nitro, Predator, Aspire, and Swift portfolios in India. The company announced the models at its Next@Acer India event held in Delhi on August 10. The lineup includes the Nitro 5 and Nitro 5 Pro, Predator Helios Neo 16S AI, Predator Helios Neo 16 AI, Predator Helios Neo 16, Aspire 3, Swift Pro, and Aspire Pro AI.
Acer Nitro 5 and Nitro 5 Pro
The Acer Nitro 5 and Nitro 5 Pro are gaming laptops powered by Intel Core 14th Gen HX processors and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 40 Series and RTX 50 Series Laptop GPUs, depending on the configuration.
Common specifications include:
- 16-inch Full HD+ display with 1920 × 1200 resolution
- 16:10 aspect ratio
- 100% sRGB colour coverage
- Up to 165Hz refresh rate
- Up to 32GB DDR5 5600MHz memory
- Up to 2TB PCIe Gen4 SSD storage
- Dual-fan, dual-intake, dual-exhaust cooling
- Four-zone RGB illuminated keyboard
- Intel Wi-Fi 6E
- USB Type-C, USB Type-A, HDMI 2.1, and RJ-45 Ethernet
The Nitro 5 is available with up to an Intel Core i7-14650HX processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 or RTX 5050 Laptop GPUs. The RTX 4050 configuration is available in Herald Grey with a 62Wh battery and Nahimic Audio, while the RTX 5050 configuration comes in Black with a 73Wh battery and Sound Blaster Studio+ audio.
The Nitro 5 Pro is available with RTX 4050 and RTX 5050 Laptop GPU configurations. The RTX 4050 version comes in Herald Grey with a 62Wh battery and Nahimic Audio, while the RTX 5050 version is available in Black with a 73Wh battery and Sound Blaster Studio+ audio.
The RTX 5050 configuration uses NVIDIA Blackwell architecture and supports DLSS 4, 5th Generation Tensor Cores, advanced ray tracing, NVIDIA Reflex 2, and NVIDIA Studio. Both models also include an HD webcam and Copilot key.
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 series
Acer has launched three Predator gaming laptops: the Predator Helios Neo 16S AI, Predator Helios Neo 16 AI, and Predator Helios Neo 16.
The Predator Helios Neo 16S AI has a metal chassis measuring less than 18.9mm in thickness. It is powered by up to an Intel Core Ultra 7 356H processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU.
Key specifications include:
- 16-inch OLED WQXGA display
- 165Hz refresh rate and 1ms response time
- VESA DisplayHDR True Black 1000 certification
- Calman Verified colour accuracy
- NVIDIA G-SYNC support
- 100% DCI-P3 colour coverage
- Up to 64GB DDR5 memory
- Up to 2TB PCIe SSD storage
- 92Wh battery
- 5th Generation Predator AeroBlade 3D cooling
- Acer PurifiedView AI webcam features
- Acer PurifiedVoice AI noise reduction
The Predator Helios Neo 16 AI is powered by up to an Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU with up to 16GB of GDDR7 VRAM.
Its specifications include:
- 16-inch HDR WQXGA display
- 240Hz refresh rate and 1ms response time
- NVIDIA Advanced Optimus
- NVIDIA G-SYNC support
- Calman Verified colour accuracy
- 100% DCI-P3 colour coverage
- Up to 64GB DDR5 memory
- Up to 2TB PCIe Gen4 SSD storage
- 5th Generation Predator AeroBlade fans
- Liquid metal thermal grease
- Vector heat pipes
The Predator Helios Neo 16 is powered by up to an Intel Core i9-14900HX processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU.
Its specifications include:
- 16-inch WQXGA display
- 180Hz refresh rate and 3ms response time
- MUX Switch technology
- 100% sRGB colour coverage
- Up to 32GB DDR5 memory
- Up to 2TB PCIe Gen4 SSD storage
- 5th Generation Predator AeroBlade cooling
- Vector heat pipes
- Killer DoubleShot Pro connectivity
- Thunderbolt 4 support
Across the Predator Helios Neo lineup, Acer includes NVIDIA Blackwell architecture, DLSS 4.5 technology, Acer Intelligence Space, PredatorSense controls, AI-assisted webcam features, intelligent audio features, and next-generation connectivity.
Acer Aspire 3
The Acer Aspire 3 is powered by AMD Ryzen processors and weighs 1.7kg. It features a 15.6-inch Full HD IPS display with Acer ComfyView technology and a 180-degree lay-flat hinge.
Key specifications include:
- Up to 16GB DDR4 memory, expandable to 32GB
- PCIe NVMe SSD storage expandable to 1TB
- Integrated AMD Radeon graphics
- Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth
- USB Type-C and USB Type-A ports
- HDMI
- SD card reader
- Audio jack
- USB Type-C charging
Acer Swift Pro
The Acer Swift Pro is powered by Intel Core Ultra 5 and Ultra 7 H-series processors with Intel Arc Graphics. It features a 14-inch WUXGA display with a 16:10 aspect ratio and narrow bezels. An optional WUXGA OLED display with up to 400 nits brightness is also available.
Key specifications include:
- Up to 32GB LPDDR5 memory
- Up to 1TB PCIe NVMe SSD storage
- Approximately 1.2kg weight
- 52Wh battery
- Up to 10.5 hours of battery life
- FHD webcam with privacy shutter
- Wi-Fi 6
- Bluetooth 5.2
- Fingerprint reader integrated into the power button
- Backlit keyboard
- 180-degree hinge
- USB Type-C, HDMI 2.0, USB Type-A, and MicroSD card reader
The Swift Pro is available in Dark Blue and Light Blue colour options. It also supports the AI capabilities of Intel Core Ultra processors and Microsoft Copilot integration.
Acer Aspire Pro AI
The Acer Aspire Pro AI is powered by an Intel Core Ultra 5 125H processor and runs Windows 11 Home. It features a dedicated Copilot key and a 14-inch FHD IPS display with Acer ComfyView technology.
Key specifications include:
- 1.3kg weight
- 16GB DDR5 memory, expandable to 32GB
- 512GB PCIe NVMe SSD, expandable to 1TB
- Up to 10 hours of battery life
- 65W USB Type-C charger
- FHD webcam
- Dual stereo speakers
- Wi-Fi 6
- Bluetooth 5.1
- Two USB Type-C ports
- USB 3.2 ports
- HDMI
- SD card reader
- Audio jack
- Kensington lock support
- Moisture-resistant backlit keyboard
- Precision multi-gesture touchpad
The Aspire Pro AI also includes Acer Care Center, Acer Product Registration, and Quick Access. It comes with a one-year carry-in warranty.
Pricing and availability
Acer Nitro 5 and Nitro 5 Pro: Starting at Rs. 1,67,990
| Cashback | Availability |
|---|---|
| Up to Rs. 10,000 | Acer Exclusive Stores, Acer E-store, Amazon, Flipkart, Croma, Reliance Digital, Vijay Sales |
- Predator Helios Neo 16S AI: Rs. 2,62,990
- Predator Helios Neo 16 AI: Rs. 2,82,990
- Predator Helios Neo 16: Rs. 2,42,990
| Cashback | Availability |
| Up to Rs. 10,000 | Acer Exclusive Stores, Acer E-store, Amazon, Flipkart, Croma, Reliance, Vijay Sales |
Acer Aspire 3: Starting at Rs. 39,999 for the R3 3200U series
- Availability: Acer Exclusive Stores, Acer online store
Acer Swift Pro: Starting at Rs. 79,999
- Availability: Croma, Reliance, Vijay Sales, Amazon, Acer exclusive online and offline stores
Acer Aspire Pro AI: Starting at Rs. 69,999
- Availability: Acer Exclusive Stores, Acer E-store, Amazon, Croma, Reliance, Vijay Sales