Acer Predator Helios 18

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Date Published: 19 Mar 2025

Intel Core i9-14900HX
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 (Laptop, 175W)
18.0", WQXGA (2560 x 1600), 240 Hz, IPS
1000GB SSD
64GB RAM
3.25 kg (7.2 lbs)

TOTAL SCORE

7.7 Portability Very Good

8.0 Display Excellent

8.6 For Work Excellent

9.1 For Gaming EXCEPTIONAL

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Specs

Display
18.0", WQXGA (2560 x 1600), 240 Hz, IPS

HDD/SSD
1000GB SSD

M.2 Slot
2x 2280 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 See photo

RAM
64GB RAM

OS
Windows 11 Pro

Body Material
Plastic / Polycarbonate, Aluminum

Dimensions
404 x 311.6 x 26.9 - 28.9 mm (15.91" x 12.27" x 1.06")

Weight
3.25 kg (7.2 lbs)

Ports and connectivity

1x USB Type-A
3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps)

1x USB Type-A
3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps)

1x USB Type-A
3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps), Sleep and Charge

2x USB Type-C
3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps), Thunderbolt 4, Power Delivery (PD), DisplayPort

HDMI
2.1

Card Reader
microSD (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC)

Ethernet LAN
10, 100, 1000, 2500 Mbit/s

Wi-Fi
802.11be

Bluetooth
5.4

Audio jack
3.5mm Combo Jack

Features

Fingerprint reader

Web camera
FHD with Temporal Noise Reduction

Backlit keyboard

Microphone
Dual Microphone with Acer Purified Voice

Speakers
Speaker System optimized by DTS X:Ultra Audio

Security Lock slot
Kensington Lock

Gifts
Microsoft Office Lifetime License, Patented Mouse

Portability

Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18-72)

15.91" x 12.27" x 1.06" Dimensions

3.25 kg (7.2 lbs) Weight

Average 18.0-inch laptop

3.58 kg (7.9 lbs) +10% Weight

Review

Acer Predator Helios 18 in-depth review

Not so long ago, the 17.3-inchers were the biggest laptops for gaming (with a few exceptions like the Acer Predator 21X). Now, wealthy gamers and power users can buy big 18" devices with top-tier hardware. The Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18-72) is a notebook that is offered with high-end hardware. This includes the Intel Core i9-14900HX (which is the only CPU option) and the 175W GeForce RTX 4080 (Laptop) or RTX 4090 (Laptop). All that is complemented by a 1600p IPS screen that could be a Mini LED variant with 250Hz refresh rate and HDR support or a standard 240Hz panel. Acer mentions that this machine is meant for enthusiasts, performance seekers, and competitive gamers. That is possible thanks to the great hardware and the big cooling solution. The huge thermal system has two AeroBlade 3[...]

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Pros

Has two SODIMMs + 2x M.2 slots for Gen 4 SSD (plus supports for RAID 0 mode)
Covers fully the sRGB and DCI-P3 gamuts and has accurate color representation with our "Design and Gaming" profile (AUO B180QAN01.2 (AUO45A8))
250Hz 1600p Mini LED display with 16000:1 ANSI contrast (AUO B180QAN01.2 (AUO45A8))
G-Sync support + MUX switch + NVIDIA Advanced Optimus
Great I/O with five USB ports (two of them are Thunderbolt 4 connectors)
Comfortable full-size keyboard + smooth touchpad with a glass cover
Good build quality
Impressive GPU frequencies during gaming alongside above 170W GPU TGP
The Core i9-14900HX can maintain high clocks under long full loads
The fans aren't noisy in "Performance" mode
The bottom plate can be easily opened
Great overall performance
Many RGB options
Swappable WASD keys
The PredatorSense app offers many useful features

Cons

PWM usage
Short battery life
Noisy fans in "Turbo" mode

Disassembly, maintenance and upgrade options

Step 1: Opening the Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18-72)Power off the Acer Predator Helios 18 and place it on a soft, protective surface. Remove the 14 Torx-head screws that secure the laptop's bottom panel. Gently lift the backside of the panel by holding the two plastic exhausts. Utilize a plastic pry tool for the left, bottom, and around the LAN port areas to safely detach the panel.Hint: Exercise caution near the Ethernet connector to prevent damage to the panel.Step 2: Battery RemovalDisconnect the battery by unplugging its connector from the motherboard. [...]