Acer Unveils New AI-Focused Laptops and Chromebooks at IFA 2025

Acer just revealed a stupidly powerful Chromebook convertible

The company has also revealed two new Chromeboxes and the Swift Air 16 lightweight Windows laptop. IFA 2025 kicks off this week, and Acer isn't wasting any time. The PC maker has just announced a variety of new Chrome OS devices and PCs ahead of the annual tech expo. Perhaps the most notable Chrome OS device is the aluminum-clad Chromebook Plus Spin 514, which features the MediaTek Kompanio Ultra 910 chipset. This processor is basically the Dimensity 9400 flagship chip for smartphones, but with a slightly downgraded GPU. Otherwise, it still has one heavy-lifting Cortex-X925 CPU core, three Cortex-X4 cores, and four Cortex-A720 cores. In plain English, the Chromebook Plus Spin 514 is one of the most powerful Arm-based Chromebooks on the market. Acer is also using the chip's powerful NPU for a few on-device AI tasks, like generative image editing and "real-time task automation." Otherwise, you can also expect some built-in Google AI features (e.g., Lens integration) and a dedicated Quick Insert key for quick access to tools, image generation, and more. Other notable features on this convertible include a 14-inch touchscreen (1800p at 60Hz or 1200p at 120Hz) with USI 2.0 stylus support, a 70Wh battery with up to 17 hours of juice, up to 16GB of RAM, and up to 256GB of UFS storage. You should also expect Bluetooth 5.4, Wi-Fi 7, a 5MP or 1080p webcam, and an optional fingerprint scanner. Acer says the Chromebook Plus Spin 514 will be available in North America and EMEA regions from next month. Expect a starting price of $699.99 in the US. Looking for a desktop Chrome OS experience? Acer has also revealed two new Chromeboxes. The Chromebox CXI6 (see first image above) is evidently the more premium offering, with chip choices ranging from an Intel Core i3-1305U all the way to a Core i7 150U. It also features up to 16GB of RAM and up to 256GB of M.2 storage. This Chromebox also brings a slew of ports, including five USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports, two HDMI ports, a DisplayPort, an SD card slot, a 2.5G LAN port, and an M.2 slot for the Wi-Fi module (and one for the SSD). This is rounded out by Bluetooth 5.3 and Wi-Fi 6E support. Want something cheaper or a silent design? Acer also offers the fanless Chromebox Mini CXM2. Expect more modest core specs, such as an Intel N150 to N350 chip, up to 16GB of RAM, and up to 128GB of eMMC storage. This Chromebox also has a decent variety of ports, including five USB-A ports, two HDMI ports, a USB-C port (USB 3.2 Gen 2), and a gigabit Ethernet port. It also brings Bluetooth 5.3 and Wi-Fi 6E connectivity. The Chromebox CX16 launches in December in the US for $519.99. Meanwhile, the Chromebox Mini CXM2 will be available in North America in Q1 2026 at a starting price of $329.99. The venerable brand also announced the Acer Swift Air 16 today, a slim and light Windows laptop with Copilot Plus branding. In fact, the IPS variant weighs 0.99kg (2.18 pounds), while the OLED model weighs 1.1kg (2.43 pounds). Expect your choice of 16-inch screen, as you can choose between a 1,920 x 1,200 60Hz IPS display or a 2,880 x 1,800 120Hz OLED panel. Otherwise, the Acer Swift Air 16 earns its Copilot Plus designation thanks to the AMD Ryzen 300 series chips (from Ryzen AI 5 300 to Ryzen AI 7 350). The designation means you have access to features like Microsoft's polarizing Recall tool and the Google Lens-style Click To Do feature. The new laptop also has up to 32GB of RAM, up to 1TB of SSD storage, a 50Wh battery capable of up to 13 hours of video playback, and a 2MP webcam. In terms of I/O, you should expect Bluetooth 5.4, Wi-Fi 6E, two USB-C ports, a full-sized USB-A port, and an HDMI out. Acer hasn't revealed US availability or pricing details for the Swift Air 16, but it'll be available in EMEA markets in November at a starting price of €999 (~$1,163).

Acer latest Chromebook Plus laptop joins Google's AI wave

Powered by MediaTek's flagship Chromebook chip, Acer's latest laptop is one of the first to feature on-device AI. Today at IFA in Berlin, Acer announced an exciting addition to its Chromebook lineup. It's the first Acer Chromebook to showcase MediaTek's new Kompanio Ultra 910 chip and all of ChromeOS' newfangled AI capabilities, and it's called the new Chromebook Plus Spin 514. This is a big deal because Chromebooks (like the Lenovo Chromebook 14) are starting to wade into the on-device AI pool-Acer's the latest to join. Now let's dive right into it. The real star of the show here is the Kompanio Ultra 910, an eight-core Arm chip paired with MediaTek's NPU 890, which can crank out up to 50 TOPS of AI performance. As far as the CPU goes, it's got one ultra-performance core, three performance cores, and four efficiency cores. We reviewed the Lenovo Chromebook 14 with the new Kompanio chip a while back, and we were delighted by the performance gains. Heck, we even tried Minecraft on it and gameplay was surprisingly smooth. Beyond the chip, the Acer Plus Spin 514 leans into Google AI features. This makes things like searches, workflow, writing, and content creation feel quick and responsive. Smart Grouping keeps tabs and docs organized, especially useful if you're a chaotic person like me, and Gallery Image Generation lets you play around with on-device AI image editing. You get a 14-inch Gorilla Glass touchscreen, with your pick of a crisp 1920×1200 panel or an even sharper 2880×1800. Both are smooth with multi-touch and play nicely with USI 2.0 styluses. And with its convertible design, it easily flips into whatever you need-ideal for doodling or jotting down notes. Acer claims up to 17 hours of battery life, and I wouldn't be surprised if we did in fact see that magic number (we've seen batteries last 24+ hours before). The 1920×1200 touchscreen model with 12GB of RAM and 256GB of UFS storage will be available this month with a starting price of $699.99. The higher-tier configuration featuring a 14-inch 2880×1800 (60Hz) display and 16GB of RAM will also launch in September, starting at $749.99.

Acer announce new laptops, tablets and monitors at IFA 2025 and everything is AI-focused

IFA Berlin This story is part of our coverage of IFA Berlin 2025 Updated less than 6 minutes ago What's happened? Acer has announced a range of new devices at IFA 2025 including new laptops, tablets and monitors. These span from gaming devices right down to a brand new flagship laptop in the form of the Swift Air 16 laptop all of which are geared towards AI usage. The New Swift Air 16 - Ultralight Copilot+ PC will weight less than 1kg. Acer is also unveiling a brand new hybrid gaming laptop called the Predator Helios 18P AI as well as new gaming desktops and monitors. Portable monitors and new ultralight tablets paired with keyboards and stylus' are also being added to the Acer line up. Why is this important? This range of new products are advancing technology even further with more innovation and the implementation of AI. Acer's latest laptop, the Swift Air 16 will feature an AMD Ryzen AI 300 Series processor as well as AMD graphics, allowing for powerful AI usage. The Predator Helios 18P AI allows for desktop level AI computing thanks to the Intel Core Ultra 9 Processor 285HX with Intel vPro and the accompanying NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090. A range of other new products from the Acer launch, including tablets, monitors and Wi-Fi routers also include AI-enabled features that enhance everyday experiences. Recommended Videos Why should I care? As AI becomes more popular and accessible to the many, ensuring you have an AI ready laptop or device if you hope to use these features is increasingly important. If you're hoping to use AI features on your laptop or tablet, then having an AI ready device can ensure you have the right level of processing power to complete these tasks. Asking AI to generate images, generate videos or other creative prompts can require a lot of processing power. If you're hoping to access AI on the go, then picking up a tablet that is geared towards AI can make a massive difference over your standard tablet.

I tried Acer's mammoth new gaming laptop and caught a glimpse of some benchmarks

IFA Berlin This story is part of our coverage of IFA Berlin 2025 Updated less than 11 minutes ago IFA season is finally here, and typically that means a whole load of new laptops break cover, and IFA 2025 is no different. With Acer announcing an entire range of new AI-focused products in Berlin, I was able to try out its all new hybrid gaming laptop. I even managed to catch a sneak peak of some of the benchmarks. The Acer Predator Helios 18P AI is an incoming top-of-the-line gaming laptop - or as Acer prefers to brand it, a "hybrid laptop". Recommended Videos It features some pretty beefy specifications to challenge the best gaming laptops out there, and it's physically beefy to match, coming in at a mega 3.5kg (7.7 lbs). You get an Intel Core Ultra 9 Processor 285HX with Intel vPro, which provides you with top tier performance for both gaming and productivity. Paired with the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 GPU, it's an absolute powerhouse. Better yet, you can get up to 192GB of RAM in the Predator Helios 18P AI - yes you read that right, ONE HUNDRED AND NINTY TWO GIGS. I don't know what reason a person would ever need this much RAM, but the option is still there. It's worth noting the memory is EEC, which actively detects and corrects common types of data corruption - making it ideal for professions where data integrity is fundamental, reducing the risk of system crashing or silent data corruption. The dumbbell of laptops When first lifting the laptop, my hands started straining because I just wasn't expecting it to be as heavy as it was. I couldn't imagine lugging this laptop to the office every day, let alone having to throw the charger in my bag too. Alongside the weight, the Predator Helios 18P AI is also very large. Coming in at 40.1 x 30.8 x 3.0 cm (W x D x H) this laptop is absolutely huge and actually larger than the majority of standard laptop bags. Something worth noting is that the chassis is a fingerprint magnet, wherever you touch from the lid to the palm rest became covered in fingerprints. In terms of other design factors, the keyboard features the typical aggressive gamer font as well as RGB elements which also contribute to the gamer aesthetic. When typing on the keyboard, it didn't feel all too satisfying with squidgy keys. I can't imagine it would be the best for gaming either. The 18-inch 4K screen is beautiful. However, there's a small downside as it's not OLED - which I'm still holding out for becoming industry standard soon enough. Instead the screen is mini-LEDs which are still lovely to look at, but don't blow me away. Despite only having a short hands-on session, I wanted to put the laptop through its paces so I tried out some AI generation using Microsoft Copilot. The generation still took a long while despite these specifications, which was slightly disappointing. Unfortunately I wasn't able to actually try out any gaming during my hands-on time, which was a let down. However, just from general usage like web browsing and simple AI prompts, the laptop did get quite loud. While no games were installed on the laptop, Geekbench 6 was and a benchmark had recently been ran... so I decided to take a peek. Here are the results: Acer Predator PH18-73 Geekbench 6 results: Single-Core Score: 2706 Multi-Core Score: 17131 These results are on the high end of standard for laptops with these specifications. Early verdict Overall, Acer's new hybrid laptop - if you can even call it that - provides you with some amazing specifications but at the cost of your back, because it will be hurting lugging this device around. It certainly is hybrid in terms of performance and specifications, though I wouldn't refer to it as commuter-friendly. If you're looking for a laptop which allows you to game and have high productivity performance, particularly for AI tasks, the Predator Helios 18P AI might be for you - but keep in mind it'll physically weigh you down.

I picked up Acer's new laptop and couldn't believe there was anything inside

IFA Berlin This story is part of our coverage of IFA Berlin 2025 Updated less than 6 minutes ago With IFA 2025 in full swing, it only makes sense that we see an influx of brand new laptops being announced. Leading the charge right now is Acer with its range of new AI-focused products and at the forefront is its new flagship model, the Acer Swift Air 16. I managed to snag some hands-on time with Acer's latest laptop, which advertises itself as ultra lightweight, and not only does it live up to this promise, but surpasses it ten-fold, being one of the lightest 16-inch devices I've ever used. Recommended Videos When picking it up, I genuinely couldn't believe there were components inside, it felt like an empty case. Weighing in at 999 grams if you opt for an IPS screen or 1099g if you go for an AMOLED panel (or 2.2lbs), this is a device you wont feel in your backpack. Somehow packed in this device are some pretty meaty specifications including up to an AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 processor. This is a fantastic CPU for productivity, enabling enhanced AI responsiveness. Alongside this CPU are AMD graphics and up to 32GB of RAM making for a powerhouse of a machine no matter what you plan to use the device for. Redefining lightweight In terms of design, the first thing I noticed about the Acer Swift Air 16 - aside from the weight of course - was the keyboard. The flat keys have no gaps between them, which is certainly a... style choice for sure. This is something you'll either love or hate and as someone who has tested countless laptops, I decided I hate it. It doesn't feel satisfying to type on, and makes it easy to fat finger keys and make typos. Aside from the keyboard, the design of this laptop is pretty sleek. You get a smooth silver casing, and a thin bezel around the screen - disturbed only by the webcam at the top of the device which protrudes slightly. The 16-inch screen is gorgeous, you get the choice between AMOLED (which makes for a heavier device) or IPS which is what I had hands-on with. Despite not being OLED, the IPS panel still looked great. You get a 2880 x 1800 resolution panel as well as 120Hz refresh rate. I only had a short hands-on session, but I wanted to see what this laptop had to offer in terms of power. I decided to try to generate an image on Microsoft Copilot to see how it would cope with AI tasks. When asking for an image to be created, it took a while despite the powerful AI processor inside, which was a tad disappointing. While using the AI features or just general browsing on this laptop, it stayed very cool and very quiet the whole time - making it perfect for using on the go and also being a nod towards the efficiency. Unfortunately as this was only a hands on demo, I wasn't able to put the devices through its paces with real world testing or benchmarking. This means I don't have a true indication of its power levels or battery life but I'm looking forward to testing the device thoroughly for a full review in the future. Early verdict Overall, this laptop blew me away. When first picking it up, I genuinely thought that the device was a dummy model put out for the show rather than an actual functioning laptop. While the Asus Zenbook 14 also weighs less than a kilo, this is the first 16 inch laptop I've used which is this light. If you're looking for a laptop to take on the go with you, this is the one, you won't even notice its in your bag. The specifications are quite powerful, but with my limited demo session I wasn't able to see the true capabilities of this CPU. From what I've seen so far, it seems good, but is nothing spectacular.

Acer unveils Predator Helios 18P AI laptop, Predator Orion 7000 Desktop Gaming PC, and more

TL;DR: Acer unveiled the Predator Helios 18P AI laptop and Predator Orion 7000 desktop at IFA 2025, featuring Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX CPUs, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 GPUs, up to 192GB RAM, advanced cooling, and high-speed storage. These gaming systems deliver top-tier performance for gamers and content creators. Acer has announced a bunch of new Predator gaming hardware at IFA 2025 this week, including the new Predator Helios 18P AI laptop and new Predator Orion 7000 Desktop Gaming PC. Check them out: The new Predator Helios 18P AI laptop has been purpose-built upon the fantastic foundation of the Predator Helios 18 AI gaming laptop that I just finished reviewing, with the new Predator Helios 18P AI taking it up another notch. Acer's new Predator Helios 18P AI supports desktop-level AI computing, inferencing, and productivity... as well as content creators and gamers who are looking for a beast new laptop to own. Inside, the new Acer Predator Helios 18P AI laptop features up to an Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX with Intel vPro, which allows for hardware-level security and business-grade stability. It supports up to 192GB of ECC memory, up to the flagship NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU with 24GB of GDDR7 memory, and up to a huge 6TB of Gen5 SSD storage. It all falls inside of a huge 18-inch 16:10 display available in Mini-LED, with above 4K resolution (3840 x 2400) and super-smooth 120Hz refresh rate, with HDR mode at up to 1000 nits. Acer's new Predator Helios 18P AI laptop has dual Thunderbolt 5 ports, HDMI 2.1 output too. Acer keeps things chill with its in-house thermal solution, with dual 6th Gen AeroBlade metal fans, and what the company is calling the world's thinnest cooling fan blades at just 0.05mm thick, liquid metal thermal grease, and vector heat pipes. Acer Predator Helios 18P AI laptop specs: * Model: PH18P-73 * OS: Windows 11 * CPU: up to Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX * GPU: up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU * Display: 18-inch 3840 x 2400, 4K @ 120Hz with HDR * RAM: up to 192GB of RAM * SSD: up to 6TB Gen5 * Cooling: 6th Gen AeroBlade Metal fans x 2 + liquid metal thermal grease * Dimensions: 400.96 x 307.9 x 17.3-19.55mm * Weight: 3.5kg * Wi-Fi and connectivity: Intel Killer Wireless Wi-Fi 7+ Bluetooth 5.4 * I/O: 2 x Thunderbolt 5 Type-C, 3 x USB Type-A, HDMI 2.1, SD card reader * Audio: DTS X: Ultra + 6 speakers * Webcam: 1080p IR * Features: PredatorSense v5.0 The new Acer Predator Orion 7000 Desktop Gaming PC features up to the Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX processor, up to the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 graphics card with 32GB of GDDR7, up to 128GB of DDR5-7200 RAM, and supports up to 6TB of SSDs and 4TB of HDD storage. Inside, the 6TB of SSD support comes from 3 x M.2 NVMe SSD slots with one of them being Gen5, and two of them Gen4, with 2TB SSDs in each slot. The 4TB of HDD space comes from two 3.5-inch SATA3 HDDs supported inside of the Predator Orion 7000. Acer is using a 360mm AIO cooler on the CPU, as well as its Predator CycloneX 360 fan. We've also got Intel Killer E2100G 2.5GbE Ethernet, as well as Thunderbolt 4 connectivity, inside of the Predator Orion 7000 system with up to a 1200W power supply. I/O is covered with audio jacks on the front, 2 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A ports, and 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C ports on the front. On the rear, there's the 1 x RJ45 port, 3 audio jacks (line in, audio out, mic), 2 x USB 2.0 Type-A ports, 3 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A ports, and a single Thunderbolt 4 USB-C connector. Acer's new Predator Orion 7000 Desktop Gaming PC is inside of a 45L chassis, measuring 216.4 x 461.7 x 495.4mm with a tempered glass side panel, ARGB Pulsar Lighting, Predator Sense 4.0, and more. Acer Predator Orion 7000 Desktop PC specs:

Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 514 And New Chromebox Models Debut At IFA 2025 - Phandroid

Acer has introduced the Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 514, its first Chromebook powered by MediaTek's Kompanio Ultra processor. Announced at IFA 2025, the laptop combines AI-driven features with long battery life and a sturdy convertible design. The 14-inch Chromebook runs on the Kompanio Ultra 910 chip with an integrated NPU for on-device AI. In addition, Google AI is built into ChromeOS, offering tools like smart tab grouping, AI image editing, and a Quick Insert key for faster access to apps. Acer says the laptop can run for up to 17 hours on a single charge. Customers will also get a 12-month subscription to Google AI Pro, which adds extra storage and premium AI features. The device is built for durability and meets MIL-STD 810H standards. It includes reinforced ports along with a 360-degree hinge that supports laptop, tablet, tent, and display modes. Buyers can also choose between WQXGA+ or WUXGA resolution touchscreens. Both protected by Gorilla Glass and supporting USI 2.0 styluses. Furthermore, optional features include a backlit keyboard, fingerprint reader, and AI-optimized webcams. Alongside the Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 514, the company also introduced two new Chromebox models. The Chromebox CXI6 targets schools and businesses with up to an Intel Core 7 processor and support for four external monitors. It comes with multiple USB ports, dual HDMI, and 2.5G LAN for stable connections. Meanwhile, the fanless Chromebox Mini CXM2 offers a compact and quiet option, while still supporting up to three monitors. The Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 514 will be available in October starting at $699.99 in North America and €699 in Europe. The Chromebox CXI6 arrives in December for $519.99, while the Mini CXM2 is planned for Q1 2026 at $329.99.

IFA 2025: Acer Unveils Swift Air 16, Chromebook Plus Spin 514 Unveiled

Acer on Wednesday launched the Swift Air 16 at IFA 2025, and the newest laptop from the company runs on AMD Ryzen AI 300 series processors with AMD Radeon graphics, offering up to 13 hours of battery life. Built with a magnesium-aluminium alloy, it stays lightweight at under 1 kg. It also has an optional WQXGA+ AMOLED display for clear visuals. The company also announced the Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 514 with MediaTek Kompanio Ultra 910 chip with integrated NPU, alongside two new Acer Chromebox models, which offer a Chrome Enterprise Upgrade. Acer Swift Air 16, Chromebook Plus Spin 514, New Chromebox Price, Availability The Acer Swift Air 16 (SFA16-61M) is coming to EMEA in November, starting at EUR 999 (roughly Rs. 1,02,400), the company revealed in a press release. In October, the Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 514 (CP514-5HN) will arrive in North America for $699.99 (roughly Rs. 61,600) and in EMEA for EUR 699 (roughly Rs. 71,700). The Enterprise Plus Spin 514 (CPE594-2N) will also launch in EMEA that month, starting at EUR 879 (roughly Rs. 90,100). The Acer Chromebox CXI6 will go on sale in September (EMEA) and pricing starts at EUR 299 (roughly Rs. 30,700), December (North America) from $519.99 (roughly Rs. 45,800), and Q4 2025 (Australia) from AUD 599 (roughly Rs. 34,400). Its Enterprise version will go on sale in September (EMEA) EUR 399 (roughly Rs. 40,900), December (North America) for $749.99 (roughly Rs. 66,000), and Q4 2025 (Australia) for AUD 749 (roughly Rs. 43,100). For the compact Acer Chromebox Mini CXM2, availability begins in September (EMEA) from EUR 199 (roughly Rs. 20,400), followed by Q4 2025 (Australia) from AUD 499 (roughly Rs. 28,700), and Q1 2026 (North America) from $329.99 (roughly Rs. 29,100). The Enterprise Mini CXM2 will launch on the same schedule, priced at EUR 299 (roughly Rs. 30,700), AUD 649 (roughly Rs. 37,300), and $359.99 (roughly Rs. 31,700), respectively. Acer Swift Air 16 Features The Acer Swift Air 16 is powered by AMD Ryzen AI 300 series processors, including Ryzen AI 7 350, Ryzen AI 5 340 and Ryzen AI 5 330 chips. It supports integrated AMD Radeon 860M, Radeon 840M, and Radeon 820M GPU options. Being a Copilot+ PC, it offers Recall, Click to Do, and an improved Windows Search. You can choose between a 16-inch WQXGA+ AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, 400 nits brightness, and DCI-P3 colour gamut support, or a WUXGA IPS panel with a 60Hz refresh rate. It features a 2-megapixel full-HD IR camera with privacy shutter and Windows Hello support, dual speakers, and dual microphones. Connectivity options include two USB Type-C ports, a USB 3.2 Type-A port, HDMI 1.4, Wi-Fi 6E, and Bluetooth. The laptop weighs under 1kg thanks to its magnesium-aluminium alloy chassis. Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 514 Features The Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 514 (CP514-5HN) is powered by the MediaTek Kompanio Ultra processor with 50 TOPS AI performance and an integrated Arm Immortalis-G925 MC11 GPU. It supports on-device AI features, real-time task automation, and offers up to 17 hours of battery life. The laptop has a 14-inch touchscreen display available in WQXGA+ (2,800×1,800) or WUXGA (1,920×1,200) resolutions, with a 16:10 aspect ratio, anti-fingerprint coating, and Corning Gorilla Glass protection. It supports USI 2.0 stylus input for notetaking and editing. The Chromebook Plus Spin 514 also comes with a complimentary 12-month Google AI Pro subscription, which includes extra AI features and 2 TB cloud storage. For video calls, it offers 5-megapixel or 1080p webcam options with AI tools for noise cancellation, lighting adjustment, and background blur. It also features a privacy shutter and mute button for added security. It is equipped with dual stereo speakers with DTS support. Connectivity options for the Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 514 include Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, and dual USB Type-C ports. A backlit keyboard and OceanGlass touchpad are also available. Its convertible 360-degree hinge allows laptop, tablet, display, and tent modes. The chassis is MIL-STD 810H certified with reinforced I/O ports and an aluminium build. It weighs 1.36kg and measures 15.5mm thick. Acer Chromebox CXI6, Chromebox Mini CXM2 Features The Acer Chromebox CXI6 is powered by up to an Intel Core 7 150U CPU. It includes five USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports, one USB 3.2 Type-C port, and two HDMI ports, supporting up to four independent monitors. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 6E and a 2.5G LAN port. Meanwhile, the Acer Chromebox Mini CXM2 features a fanless, compact design and runs on an Intel Core 3 N350 chipset. It has five USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports, one USB 3.2 Type-C port, and two HDMI ports, supporting up to three independent monitors. Both models support VESA mounting and can be secured with a Kensington lock. The Enterprise versions (Chromebox CXI6 Enterprise, Chromebox Mini CXM2 Enterprise, and Chromebook Enterprise Plus Spin 514) include Chrome Enterprise Upgrade, which provides advanced security, device management, and administrative tools.

IFA 2025: Acer Launches New Predator Helios, Orion, Nitro Series Laptops

The company has not announced the laptops' India availability Acer Predator Helios 18P AI (2025) was unveiled by the Taiwanese tech giant on Wednesday for select markets. The company launched a bunch of new laptops during the IFA 2025 event. Accompanying the Predator Helios 18P AI (2025), the Predator Orion 7000 (2025) and Orion 5000 (2025) were also unveiled during the event. The top-end variant of the Predator Helios 18P AI (2025) is equipped with an 18-inch mini-LED display, an Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX processor with Intel vPro, paired with an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 GPU. Acer Predator Helios 18P AI (2025), Orion 7000 (2025), Orion 5000 (2025), Refreshed Nitro Series Price in India Pricing for the Acer Predator Helios 18P AI (2025) starts at $3,999 (roughly Rs. 3,53,000) in the North American market and at EUR 4,999 (about Rs. 5,13,000) in the EMEA market. However, the company has not revealed when the laptop will go on sale in these markets. Moreover, it is currently not known whether it will be launched in India or not. The starting price of the Acer Predator Orion 7000 (2025) has been set at EUR 3,999 (roughly Rs. 4,10,000) in the EMEA market, while costing AUD 8,199 (roughly Rs. 4,71,000) in Australia. On the other hand, pricing for the Acer Predator Orion 5000 (2025) will begin at EUR 2,999 (roughly Rs. 3,08,000) in the EMEA region and AUD 4,999 (about Rs. 2,87,000) in Australia. Both laptops will be available from the first quarter of 2026 in the above-mentioned markets. Customers can purchase the Nitro V 16 (2025) starting price has been set at $999.99 (about Rs. 88,000) in North America, going on sale in October, and EUR 1,299 (roughly Rs. 1,33,000) in the EMEA market, going on sale in November. The Nitro V 16S (2025) will be available at a starting price of $1,099.99 (about Rs. 97,000), EUR 1,399 (about Rs. 1,43,000), and AUD 2,599 (roughly Rs. 1,50,000), in North America, EMEA, and Australia, respectively. The laptop will go on sale in North America and EMEA in November, and in Australia in September. Meanwhile, the Acer Nitro 70 (2025) will be available only in the EMEA region in December, at a starting price of EUR 1,999 (about Rs. 2,05,000). Acer Predator Helios 18P AI (2025) Specifications The Acer Predator Helios 18P AI (2025) runs on Windows 11 Pro and sports an 18-inch mini-LED 4K (3,840x2,400 pixels) display with a 120Hz refresh rate, HDR support, 100 percent DCI-P3 colour gamut, 3mn response time, and up to 1,000 nits of peak brightness. It is powered by up to an Intel Core Ultra 9-285HX processor, coupled with up to an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 GPU, delivering 1,824 AI TOPS. The laptop also features up to 192GB of error-correcting code (ECC) memory and up to 6TB of PCIe Gen 5 SSD for onboard storage. For video calls, it features a full-HD webcam. To maintain the thermals, the Taiwanese company has equipped the Acer Predator Helios 18P AI (2025) with two sixth-generation AeroBlade Metal fans, liquid metal thermal grease, and vector heat pipes. For connectivity, it features Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 and above support, while carrying two Thunderbolt 5 Type-C, three USB Type-A, HDMI 2.1 ports, and an SD card reader. The high-end laptop also has a six-speaker setup with DTS X: Ultra support. It measures 400.96×307.9×17.3mm in dimensions, and weighs about 3.5kg. Acer Orion 7000 (2025), Orion 5000 (2025) Specifications The Acer Predator Orion 7000 (2025) and Orion 5000 (2025) run on Windows 11 Home. The Orion 7000 (2025) is powered by up to an Intel Core Ultra 9-285K processor, coupled with up to an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 GPU, delivering 3,352 AI TOPS. It has up to 128GB of DDR5 RAM and up to 6TB of PCIe Gen 5 NVMe M.2 SSD for internal storage, along with an option to get up to 4TB of HDD variant, too. It uses a 360mm CPU liquid cooling and Predator CycloneX 360 Fan to maintain the temperatures. Both laptops feature DTS Ultra: X audio support. For connectivity, the Acer Predator Orion 7000 (2025) features Wi-Fi 7, two USB 3.2 Gen Type-A ports, one USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C port, one LAN port, one line in, one audio out, and one microphone audio jack, along with two USB 2 Type-A ports, three USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports, and one Thunderbolt 4 port. It measures 216.4x461.7x495.4mm in dimensions. It draws 1,200W of power, while the Predator Orion 5000 (2025) draws about 850W. The Acer Predator Orion 5000 (2025) is powered by up to an Intel Core Ultra 7-265F processor, paired with up to an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080 GPU, delivering 1,801 AI TOPS, up to 2TB of PCIe Gen 5 NVMe M.2 SSD, and up to 128GB of DDR5 RAM. It also comes with a 4TB HDD variant as the Predator Orion 7000 (2025). For cooling, it utilises a Predator CycloneX 360 ARGB system fan and a 120 mm ARGB fan. It has a similar port and connectivity features to the Predator Orion 7000 (2025), while missing out on a Thunderbolt 4 port. Acer Nitro V 16 (2025), Nitro V 16S (2025), Nitro 70 (2025) Specifications Both Acer Nitro V 16 (2025) and Nitro V 16S (2025) come with similar features. They run on Windows 11 Home, while being powered by the same up to an Intel Core 9-270H processor, paired with an up to Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 GPU, up to 32GB of DDR5 RAM, and up to 2TB of PCIe Gen 4 NVMe SSD for storage. They also use the same dual-fan, quad-intake, and quad-exhaust cooling solution. The top-end 16-inch display variants on the laptops have a 16:10 aspect ratio, WQXGA (2,560x1,600 pixels) resolution, a 180Hz refresh rate, 100 percent sRGB colour gamut, and 3ms response rate. For connectivity, the Acer Nitro V 16 (2025) and Nitro V 16S (2025) feature a Thunderbolt 4 Type-C port, three USB Type-A ports, one HDMI 2.1 port, a microSD card reader, an Ethernet RJ-45 port, and a 3.5 mm headphone jack. They also come with Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2 or above support. On the front, they feature an HD webcam for video conferencing. Both laptops also support DTS X: Ultra audio. Lastly, the Acer Nitro 70 (2025) also runs on Windows 11 Home. However, it comes with up to an AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D processor and Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 GPU, paired with up to 128GB of DDR5 RAM, up to 2TB of M.2 2280 PCIe Gen 4 SSD, and up to 4TB of HDD for storage. It draws about 1,200W of power. To avoid overheating, it features a 360mm CPU Liquid Cooler and CycloneX 360 technology. It gets one audio jack, two USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports, one USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C port, one HDMI 2.0 port, one DisplayPort, a USB 3.2 Type-C port, two USB 3.2 Type-A ports, and two USB 2.0 Type-A ports. The Acer Nitro 70 (2025) also supports DTS X: Ultra audio.

Acer's Chromebook Plus Spin 514 might be the best Chrome OS 2-in-1 yet | Stuff

The luxury Chromebook renaissance has truly begun. First Lenovo impressed with what's arguably the nicest Chrome OS laptop since Google's own Pixelbook, and now Acer is doing the same thing for convertibles. Being able to switch into tablet mode for Android apps could make the Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 514 the pick of the bunch. Revealed at IFA in Berlin, the 14in ultraportable has a 360-degree hinge that'll let you swivel between laptop, tent and tablet. It weighs a paltry 1.36kg and is just 15.5mm at its thickest point, while the all-aluminium chassis should appeal to commuting office workers as well as Chrome OS' traditional student audience. Acer says the whole thing is MIL-STD 810H rated, meaning it can suck up a stumble from desk-height onto a hard floor, and won't be fazed by extreme temperature shifts. There are two versions of the Chromebook Plus Spin 514 in the works: one aimed at enterprise and the other for regular joes. Each will come in a few flavours of screen, letting you pick between a high resolution 2800×1800 panel or a slightly lower-res 1920×1200. Both are touchscreens, have a work-friendly 16:10 aspect ratio, and an anti-fingerprint coating on top of Corning Gorilla Glass, but only the 1200p option has a smoother 120Hz refresh rate. They both play nicely with a digital stylus. Other hardware goodies include a backlit keyboard, 5MP webcam (on certain models) and a generous amount of ports for such a slender machine. You get twin USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-Cs for power delivery and display out, two USB 3.2 Gen 1s, and a 3.5mm headphone port. MediaTek provides the power, courtesy of a Kompanio Ultra chipset paired with up to 16GB of RAM and as much as 256GB of storage. The 70Whr battery should be able to last as long as 17 hours per charge, which gives ARM-powered Windows laptops (which cost a whole lot more cash) a run for their money. As a Chromebook Plus, the Spin 514 gets all of Google's latest AI upgrades, including Search with Lens (the laptop version of Android's Circle to Search) on-device generative image editing, and a Gemini prompt pretty much anywhere you right click. Buyers also qualify for 12 months of Google AI Pro subscription, which includes 2TB of Google Drive storage. The Chromebook Plus Spin 514 will hit the US and Europe in October, with prices starting at $700/€699. That puts it in spitting distance of the touchscreen-equipped Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14

Acer Showcases Next-Gen Professional & Gaming Laptops At IFA 2025: Predator Helios 18P AI With RTX 5090, Swift Air 16 With Ryzen AI 300 & New Nitro Series

Acer's next-gen laptops, including Swift Air 16, Predator Helios 18P AI & several Nitro / Chromebook series have been unveiled at IFA 2025. Acer's Newest Laptop Showcase Is Intended Towards Every User, Whether Gaming Or Professional Ones: Powerful Predator Helios, Nitro For Mainstream Gamers, Swift AI 16 With Ryzen AI 300 & More Acer is one of the manufacturers that offers one of the most diverse laptop lineups, ranging from portable ones like the Swift series to high-end gaming options such as the Predator. At the IFA 2025, Acer unveiled its latest laptop models, which are equipped with upgraded specifications such as AMD's Strix Point platform or NVIDIA's RTX 50 series GPUs. These SKUs are designed to compete in every segment of the laptop market, and by the specifications on paper, all devices appear pretty capable. Starting with the Acer Swift Air 16, the company's thinnest and lightest laptop to date, it was developed for professional users who prioritize portability. The device's compactness is driven by the integration of AMD's Ryzen AI 300 series, and it comes with up to an AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 processor. With a 16-inch display screen and a weight under 1kg, the laptop is even lighter than the mainstream Apple MacBook, making it a competitive offering to several consumers. You are looking at a WQXGA+ AMOLED display panel, up to 32 GB LPDDR5 memory, and 1 TB M.2 PCIe Gen4 SSD. Next up is the Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 514 model, which is reported to be the company's first to offer the MediaTek Kompanio Ultra processor. The onboard CPU is a versatile chip, offering 8x ARM-based cores and the Immortalis-G925 MC11 GPU. Interestingly, it has a dedicated NPU onboard, offering 50 TOPS of AI power, which means that the device is suitable for edge AI applications as well. The laptop is available in two different configurations, with the superior one offering a 14-inch WQXGA+ panel, up to 16 GB LPDDR5X memory, and several essential features. Now coming to the more interesting releases, Acer has also unveiled the Predator Helios 18P AI laptop, which features Intel's Arrow Lake-HX platform onboard, particularly the high-end Core Ultra 9 285HX processor. For graphics, the device is equipped with NVIDIA's GeForce RTX 5090 laptop GPU, which makes the laptop one of the fastest ones out there in terms of raw performance. The Predator Helios 18P AI offers an 18-inch mini-LED 4K panel, along with up to 192 GB ECC memory. The Helios 18P AI laptop is a powerful machine, and to cool it down, Acer has integrated dual 6th Gen AeroBlade metal fans, which are claimed to be the world's thinnest fan blades in such a device. Apart from this, you are looking at support for Thunderbolt 4 Type-C, Wi-Fi 6, and Bluetooth 5.2 connections as well, which means that the laptop doesn't compromise in terms of performance and user experience. The on-paper specifications position the Helios 18P AI laptop as one of the fastest, rivaling the likes of MSI and ASUS. Finally, Acer has also refreshed the Nitro lineup, and the Acer Nitro V 16 is now infused with Intel's Arrow Lake-H platform. The laptop features up to an Intel Core Ultra 9 270H processor, along with NVIDIA's GeForce RTX 5070 laptop GPU. The 16-inch panel onboard features a 2560x1600 resolution with 100% sRGB color coverage and a 180 Hz refresh rate. The Acer Nitro V 16 features up to 32 GB DDR5-5600 memory and up to 2 TB SSD as well, making it a decent option if you are looking for a capable product, but not too high-end. Here's how the pricing of the above four laptops is in the EMEA region:

Acer Expands Predator Ecosystem with Helios 18P AI Laptop and Desktops, Monitor, and Keyboard

Acer announced a powerful lineup of new laptop and desktop Windows 11 PCs, a monitor and a keyboard, engineered to elevate productivity, content creation and gaming experiences. Leading the charge is the new Predator Helios 18P AI laptop designed for both work and play. Also introduced were the Predator Orion 7000 and Predator Orion 5000 desktops, the Predator Aethon 550 TKL gaming keyboard, along with the Predator X27U F8 monitor. The new Predator Helios 18P AI is purpose-built for professionals who demand high-performance computing in a portable setup. While many users have turned to gaming laptops for powerful graphics and processing capabilities, the Helios 18P AI goes further, supporting desktop-level AI computing, inferencing, and productivity, making it ideal for AI developers, content creators, and gamers who are looking for a device for both work and play.

Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 514, Swift Air 16, TravelMate X4 14 AI, Nitro V 16 Series, and Predator Helios 18P AI laptops announced

Acer announced several new laptops at next@acer 2025 IFA Global, including the Chromebook Plus Spin 514, Swift Air 16 Copilot+ PC, TravelMate X4 14 AI, Nitro V 16/V 16S, and Predator Helios 18P AI. These devices feature AI-enabled processing, high-performance components, advanced displays, and broad connectivity options. The Chromebook Plus Spin 514 is a convertible laptop powered by the MediaTek Kompanio Ultra processor with a 50 TOPS AI engine for offline AI tasks. It has an Arm Immortalis-G925 GPU and offers up to 17 hours of battery life. Users get Smart Grouping, Gallery editing, Quick Insert, Lens search, and a one-year Google AI Pro plan with 2 TB cloud storage. The laptop meets MIL-STD 810H standards with an aluminum body, reinforced ports, and 360° hinges rated for 25,000 rotations. The 14-inch touchscreen comes in WQXGA+ or WUXGA with a 16:10 aspect ratio, supports USI 2.0 stylus input, and includes dual stereo speakers with DTS audio, dual AI webcams (5MP/1080p), and an OceanGlass touchpad. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, dual USB-C ports, and an optional backlit keyboard. The Swift Air 16's magnesium-aluminum design keeps it under 1 kg, while AMD Ryzen AI 300 Series processors up to AI 7 350 enable local AI tasks, complemented by Copilot+ functions like Recall, Click to Do, and improved Windows Search. Display options include a 16-inch WQXGA+ AMOLED at 120 Hz or WUXGA IPS at 60 Hz. Hardware features a 2MP FHD IR camera with privacy shutter, dual microphones, dual speakers, USB Type-C, USB 3.2 Type-A, HDMI 1.4, Wi-Fi 6E, and Bluetooth. The Nitro V 16 series features Intel Core 9 270H processors and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 GPUs (Blackwell architecture) with DLSS 4, neural rendering, NVIDIA NIM Microservices, and Intel Application Optimization. Both models have 16-inch WQXGA displays with 100% sRGB and 180 Hz refresh rates. Cooling is handled by dual fans with quad intake and exhaust, and NitroSense provides performance monitoring and fan control. With a slim metal chassis below 19.9 mm and 4-zone RGB keys, the V 16S offers Killer DoubleShot Pro, Thunderbolt 4, and standard connectivity. The Predator Helios 18P AI packs Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX (vPro), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090, up to 192 GB ECC RAM, and 6 TB PCIe Gen 5 SSD, with dual AeroBlade 6th Gen fans and liquid metal for cooling. It has an 18-inch WQUXGA Mini LED display with 4K resolution, HDR up to 1000 nits, and 100% DCI‑P3 coverage. Connectivity includes Thunderbolt 5 Type‑C, Wi‑Fi 7, and Killer Ethernet. Running on Intel Core Ultra 7 258V with 32 GB LPDDR5X memory and 1 TB PCIe storage, the TravelMate X4 14 AI supports Windows 11 Pro and Copilot+ features such as Recall, Click to Do, Cocreator, and Live Captions. It weighs 1.27 kg, meets MIL-STD 810H standards, and has a 14-inch WUXGA display with optional OLED. Audio uses Acer PurifiedView 2.0, PurifiedVoice 2.0, and DTS:X Ultra. Connectivity includes Wi‑Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, Thunderbolt 4, USB‑A, HDMI 2.1, and Gigabit Ethernet. For full details on official launch dates, regional availability, and pricing of these Acer devices, you can visit the company's official website at acer.com.