Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 AI PHN18-I71-96VE 18″ Laptop

Intel 290HX Plus · NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 · 32 GB · 1 TB

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Type Gaming
Processor Intel 290HX Plus
Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070
Memory 32 GB
Storage 1 TB
Display 18 inch

Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 AI PHN18-I71-96VE 18″ Laptop is an 18-inch gaming laptop with an Intel 290HX Plus processor, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 graphics, 32 GB of RAM and 1 TB of storage. Built for games, with a dedicated graphics card. It came out in 2026.

Released: 2026-05-04

Specifications

Key specs

Type: Gaming
Processor: Intel 290HX Plus
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070
Memory: 32 GB
Storage: 1 TB
Display: 18 inch
Resolution: 2560 x 1600
Refresh rate: 240 Hz
weight: 3.3 kg
os: Windows 11 Home
Released: 2026-05-04
Part number: NH.U60EH.00H
EAN / UPC: 4711721101063

Design

Product type: Laptop
Product colour: Black
Form factor: Clamshell
Market positioning: Gaming

Display

Display diagonal: 45.7 cm (18")
Display resolution: 2560 x 1600 pixels
HD type: WQXGA
Panel type: IPS
Maximum refresh rate: 240 Hz

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Processor

Processor manufacturer: Intel
Processor family: Intel Core Ultra 9
Processor generation: Intel Core Ultra (Series 2)
Processor model: 290HX Plus
Processor cores: 24
Processor threads: 24
Processor boost frequency: 5.5 GHz
Performance cores: 8
Efficient cores: 16
Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency: 5.5 GHz
Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency: 4.7 GHz
Performance-core base frequency: 2.7 GHz
Efficient-core base frequency: 1.8 GHz
Processor cache: 36 MB
Processor cache type: Smart Cache
Processor socket: BGA 2114
Processor base power: 55 W
Maximum turbo power: 160 W

Neural processor unit (NPU)

Neural processor unit (NPU): Intel AI Boost
Sparsity support: Yes
Windows Studio effects support: Yes
AI software frameworks supported by NPU: DirectML, OpenVINO, Windows ML, ONNX RT, WebNN
Total processor performance up to: 36 TOPs
NPU performance up to: 13 TOPs
GPU performance up to: 8 TOPs

Memory

Internal memory: 32 GB
Internal memory type: DDR5-SDRAM
Maximum internal memory: 64 GB

Storage

Total storage capacity: 1 TB
Storage media: SSD
Total SSDs capacity: 1 TB
Number of SSDs installed: 1
SSD capacity: 1 TB
SSD interface: PCI Express 4.0
NVMe: Yes
SSD form factor: M.2
Card reader integrated: Yes
Compatible memory cards: MicroSD (TransFlash)

Graphics

Discrete GPU manufacturer: NVIDIA
Discrete graphics card model: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070
Discrete graphics card memory: 8 GB
Discrete graphics memory type: GDDR7
On-board graphics card: Yes
On-board GPU manufacturer: Intel
Discrete graphics card: Yes
On-board graphics card family: Intel® Graphics
On-board graphics card model: Intel® Graphics

Camera

Front camera: Yes
Front camera resolution: 1920 x 1080 pixels
Front camera HD type: Full HD
Infrared (IR) camera: Yes

Network

Top Wi-Fi standard: Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)
Antenna type: 2x2
WLAN controller manufacturer: Killer
Ethernet LAN: Yes
Ethernet LAN data rates: 2500 Mbit/s
Bluetooth: Yes

Ports & interfaces

USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity: 1
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity: 2
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-C ports quantity: 2
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports: 1
HDMI ports quantity: 1
Intel® Thunderbolt 4: Yes
Combo headphone/mic port: Yes
USB Type-C DisplayPort Alternate Mode: Yes

Performance

Motherboard chipset: Intel HM870

Keyboard

Pointing device: Touchpad
Numeric keypad: Yes
Keyboard backlit: Yes
Keyboard backlit colour: RGB
Keyboard backlit zone: 4-zone RGB
Keyboard layout: QWERTZU

Software

Operating system architecture: 64-bit
Operating system installed: Windows 11 Home

Battery

Battery capacity: 92 Wh
Battery charge indicator: Yes

Power

DC-in jack: Yes
USB Type-C charging port: Yes
USB charging voltage: 5 V
USB charging current: 3 A

Security

Cable lock slot: Yes
Cable lock slot type: Kensington

Weight & dimensions

Width: 401 mm
Depth: 307.9 mm
Height: 28 mm
Weight: 3.3 kg

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About this product

Built for players who demand absolute control, this system is powered by up to an Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 processor 290HX Plus and an NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5080 Laptop GPU, delivering relentless speed, decisive response, and 18-inch display dominance.

PURE PERFORMANCE. PRECISION TUNED

A new class of gaming laptops built for split-second responsiveness, rock-solid FPS, and smart tuning that keeps you locked into the largest selection of games and apps. Powered by up to an Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 processor 290HX Plus.

GO BIG. GO FAST. STAY VIVID

18-inch WQXGA 2560 x 1600 display with up to 240Hz refresh, 500 nits brightness, DCI-P3 100% color, and ACR Film maintains contrast and clarity in bright environments while preserving fast response during competitive play.

SEE CLEARLY WITH ACR FILM

Enjoy an up to an 89% contrast ratio increase with ACR Film. The film reduces reflections and ambient glare, preserving contrast and detail in bright environments so that dark scenes remain legible and highlights stay controlled.

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Type	Gaming	Gaming	Gaming	Gaming
Processor	Intel 290HX Plus	Intel 290HX Plus	Intel 275HX	Intel 290HX Plus
Graphics	NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070	NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti	NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti	NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5080 Laptop GPU
Memory	32 GB	32 GB	32 GB	32 GB
Storage	1 TB	1 TB	1 TB	1 TB
Display	18 inch	18 inch	18 inch	16 inch
Resolution	2560 x 1600	2560 x 1600	2560 x 1600	2560 x 1600
Released	2026	2026	2025	2026