Acer presents its notebooks and gaming mouse

Acer unveiled powerful new laptops for gamers at its conference

Among the many innovations presented today, Acer has enriched its portfolio of Predator notebooks with two new models and new peripherals, a gaming mouse and a CPE router with 5G technology. Notebooks Predator Triton 500 SE and Predator Helios 500 have been updated with the latest 9th Generation Intel Core i11 processors, nvidia GeForce RTX 30 Series video cards and numerous premium features such as 3th Generation Acer AeroBlade 3100D Fan Technology for better cooling, DTS: X encoding Ultra audio, a wired connection that goes through the fast Intel Killer E6 Ethernet Controller or wireless managed by Intel Killer Wi-Fi 1650 AXXNUMX, in addition to the PredatorSense software for device management.

Acer Predator Triton 500 SE Predator Triton 500 SE "Special Edition" (PT516-51s) is a notebook designed for gamers looking for a product that can handle easily any AAA stock on the market and at the same time being able to work with simplicity. Inside we find an 9th generation Intel Core i11 processor, a graphics card NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 and you can install up to 64GB 3200 MHz DDR4 RAM memory.

The laptop is thin (only 19.9mm thick) and has a battery that can last up to 12 hours [1] thanks to NVIDIA Advanced Optimus technology that allows gamers to being able to always carry it with you in your backpack. Thanks to the elegant appearance this notebook is the perfect solution even for professionals as they can use it for both work and play in their free time; it is in fact possible to configure the device with a lot of storage space, up to 4 TB PCIe Gen4 at high speed, to always have all the games, movies and programs you need at your fingertips.

"With Acer's innovative technologies and XNUMXth Generation Intel Core H Series processors, you can push laptops beyond the limits of performance for incredible gaming experiences."

Acer Triton 500 SE uses Acer's Vortex Flow design, equipped with a triple fan cooling system, including a AeroBlade 3D fan fifth generation, five dedicated heat pipes for CPU and GPU, as well as vents and exhaust that continuously suck in cold air expelling the hot one. Thanks to the Killer Intelligence Center it is possible to manage the Intel Killer E3100 Ethernet Controller and an Intel Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650 wireless chip, to offer players a perfect online experience with great connection and less latency.

With software PredatorSense Gamers can monitor their system, setting the fan speed (silent, extreme or turbo) or overclock the graphics card for better performance. To top it off, the Predator Triton 500 SE notebook features a full set of 3.2nd generation USB XNUMX ports, including two Thunderbolt 4 Type-C with DisplayPort support and a 7.0 SD card reader to guarantee the user plenty of space for their peripherals

Predator Helios 500

The notebook Predator Helios 500 (PH517-52) is equipped with an 9th generation Intel Core i11 processor with overcklock capability, a video card NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 and can install up to one maximum of 64 GB of DDR4 3200 MHz RAM, giving players enough power to confidently dominate any battlefield. Depending on their preferences, users can equip the 500-inch Helios 17,3 with a display 4K Mini LED 120 Hz, powered by AUO AmLED technology which supports full-array local dimming, it is comparable to VESA Display HDR 1000 and therefore offers perfect color saturation.

Alternatively, you can install AUO's fast FHD 360 Hz display which guarantees a response time of 3 ms for the smoothest possible image. The power of the Predator Helios 500 is managed by a suite of first-rate thermal solutions: Acer PowerGem, a technology made from a metal alloy polymer that sits on top of the CPU and serves to distribute the heat generated throughout the device. Acer Vortex Flow technology uses two fans, including a fifth generation AeroBlade 3D fan, to redirect fresh airflow to critical components and boost performance during demanding gaming sessions.

To give players more control, the Helios 500 includes several connection ports: one HDMI 2.1, one mini-DP 1.4, two USB Type-C Thunderbolt 4, three USB 3.2 Gen2 ports which support offline charging and an RJ45 port. Featuring an Intel Killer E3100 Ethernet Controller, an Intel Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650 and Killer Intelligence to ensure better connectivity and lower latency, while features like DTS: X Ultra audio and simulated 3D surround sound offer an even experience more engaging.

Also optional is the presence of Intel Killer DoubleShot Pro 5G for combine the power of 5G with that of Intel Killer Ethernet and Wi-Fi products for blazing speed and smooth gaming experiences regardless of connection type. Intel Killer DoubleShot Pro 5G can intelligently route data traffic to the network connection fastest available for seamless gameplay. Predator Connect X5 5G CPE Router Predator Connect X5 5G CPE is the world's first Intel Killer compatible 5G router, capable of delivering 5G connectivity up to an impressive 4,7Gbps.

Through the Intelligence Center, players are offered the possibility of optimize data downlink and uplink speeds based on priorities, giving some applications higher network precedence than others. Intel Killer Prioritization Engine can automatically detect and optimize the settings of priority for many games, apps and websites to provide a better online experience.

The software Predator Connection Manager allows users to monitor and regulate their 5G data usage according to your gaming and media usage needs. Integrated Trend Micro Home Network Security provides enhanced cybersecurity for networked devices by managing network traffic and helping protect user privacy and data. Predator Connect X5 5G CPE is equipped with a 2 GHz ARM Cortex quad-core processor with 1 GB of DDR4 RAM and 1 GB of flash memory.

It has a dedicated LAN GAME port, one standard LAN port, one WAN port, one USB port, one SIMis slot, a set for Main and Div TS-9 antenna and a WPS button for added security. The integrated USB port provides an additional level of flexibility, allowing users to store, transfer and share documents within the local network by connecting external storage units. 

Predator Connect D5 5G Dongle Designed for PC gaming on the go, the Predator Connect D5 5G dongle is an accessory that enhances the potential of the Intel Killer usually integrated into a computer, via a USB 3.1 Type-C port. In addition to delivering blazing 5G speeds and allowing the computer to be used as a 5G Wi-Fi hotspot, the device automatically modulates the bandwidth reducing latency so as to improve the gaming experience.

An integrated active cooling ensures that the device maintains optimum performance levels. Tech-savvy users can use Predator Connection Manager to monitor network connections and change throughput to suit their needs. The device can be used with Intel Killer DoubleShot Pro 5G for dual connectivity.

Predator Cestus 335 gaming mouse

The Predator Cestus 335 gaming mouse is very ergonomic, offers an internal sensor PixArt 3370 and 2.000 Hz polling rate, which allow you to detect any movement with millimeter precision during long gaming sessions. It has a five-level color coding of the DPI with a value maximum of 19.000 DPI, in order to recognize the set value so as to have the best possible use experience.

The ultra-fast scroll wheel allows you to browse the web and forums at unmatched speed. The mouse has 10 programmable keys to allow all players to customize the functions to their liking so you don't have to resort to keyboard hotkeys. These buttons can be pre-set to five different profiles, thanks to the QuarterMaster application, to have different settings for each type of game.

Prices and availability

The notebook Predator Triton 500 SE (PT516-51s) will be in July with prices starting at 1,999 euros.

The notebook Predator Helios 500 (PH517-52) will be in June with prices starting at 2,499 euros.

The gaming mouse Predator Cestus 335 (PMW120) will be in July with prices starting from 79 euros.