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MagyarAcer Predator Helios 18 2023 PH18-71-91U5
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Reviews for the Acer Predator Helios 18 2023 PH18-71-91U5
Source: Jarrod'sTech
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/10/2023
Source: Tech Spurt
Acer's Predator Helios 18 gaming laptop has been refreshed for 2023 with Intel's 13th Gen chipsets and Nvidia's RTX 4060, 4070 and 4080 GPU, for ultra-beefy performance. The Predator Helios 18 2023 now boasts a 16:10 Mini LED display clocking in at 250Hz, plus a customisable decal design so you can make it your own. The Predator Helios 18 is a power-packing gaming laptop that can smash through any PC titles out there thanks to its 13th Gen Intel smarts, paired with Nvidia’s RTX 4080 GPU. Plus of course Acer’s built-in overclocking shenanigans and ridiculous cooling tech - with a free month of Game Pass Ultimate chucked in. My sample unit came with a GeForce RTX 4080, so it happily blasted through Returnal, Forza 5 and everything else that I threw at it. The Acer Predator Helios 18 2023 serves up a pair of 5th gen Aeroblade fans, custom built for this gaming laptop, which can individually be manually controlled if desired. So no throttling, even with lots of gaming all afternoon long.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/20/2023
Source: Laptop Media
Support, online available, Very Short, Date: 02/21/2023
Source: Laptop Media
We have to start our conclusion with a disclaimer. You may have noticed that some of our tests are missing. This is because the Helios 18 in our hands is an engineering sample. While all of its performance is alright, the battery tests and the temperature tests issued inconclusive results. We are going to update these sections as soon as we can get ourselves a retail version of this machine. What we know for sure, is that its CPU and GPU combination offers a significant generational improvement. So big, in fact, that it becomes really easy to recommend devices equipped with 13th Gen Intel processors, and RTX 4000-series graphics cards from Intel. Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18-71)’s large 18-inch IPS display has a WQXGA resolution with a 16:10 aspect ratio, comfortable viewing angles, and a good contrast ratio. it covers 100% of the sRGB color gamut and 99% of the DCI-P3 color space. Thanks to our Gaming and Web design profile, the color accuracy in both instances is within the standards for professional work. With that said, we have left the best for last – it has a 240Hz refresh rate and super fast pixel response times. In addition to this display, there is a 165Hz WUXGA, a 165Hz WQXGA, and the top-of-the-line 250Hz WQXGA with a Mini LED backlight. Upgrading the laptop is extremely easy. Well, provided you got yourself a Torx-head screwdriver, and the patience to go through 14 screws. Then, it is just a matter of seconds to insert more RAM or storage. Plus, the DDR5 memory here works at 5600MHz, which is pretty fast. Now let’s talk numbers – the Core i9-13900HX inside the Predator Helios 18 is about 32% faster than the previous title-holder from last year – the Core i9-12900H. In terms of graphics, the difference becomes even more aggressive. Here, the RTX 4080 (175W) is 45% faster than the RTX 3080 Ti with the same TGP in 3DMark Time Spy. Absolutely brutal. So, if you are willing to bid on the Predator Helios 18 (PH18-71), which is a great gaming machine by the way, even only on the performance figures – you have to do it.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 02/20/2023
Source: Matthew Moniz
Comparison, online available, Medium, Date: 01/04/2023
Source: Pocket Lint
The Predator series might look a little simpler from the outside, but inside you'll find as much power as ever. In terms of pricing, the Predator Helios 18 will be available in North America in April, starting at $1,599 and in Europe in March, starting at €2,499. If you'd prefer the smaller Predator Helios 16, you'll be able to pick it up in North America in March from $1,699.99 and in Europe in February, starting at €2,399.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 01/03/2023
Foreign Reviews
Source: Multiplayer IT
IT→ENSingle Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 05/09/2023
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Everyeye.it
IT→ENPositive: Excellent display; powerful hardware; high gaming performance; long battery life.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 04/21/2023
Source: Overclockers RU
RU→ENPositive: Powerful processor; excellent display; big screen; high gaming performance; comfortable keyboard. Negative: Noisy under loads.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 03/01/2023
Source: The Gioididong
VN→ENPositive: Big screen; powerful processor; high gaming performance; premium design; solid workmanship; great ergonomics. Negative: Expensive.
Hands-On, online available, Medium, Date: 02/19/2023
Source: Zing
VN→ENPositive: Modern design; powerful hardware; excellent display; great cooling system.
Hands-On, online available, Short, Date: 02/13/2023
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NVIDIA NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop GPU: High-end graphics card for laptops based on the Ada Lovelace architecture. Offers 12 GB GDDR6 (192 Bit) and is configurable with a TGP of 60 - 150W (+ Dynamic Boost).
These graphics cards are able to play the latest and most demanding games in high resolutions and full detail settings with enabled Anti-Aliasing.
» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.
i9-13900HX: Mobile CPU based on the Raptor Lake series that offers 24 cores (8 performance, 16 efficiency cores) with a Boost core of up to 5.8 GHz for the P-cores. Similar to the Desktop i9-13900K but with reduced clock speeds and TDP.» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.
18.00": This display size is a standard format for desktop replacements (DTR). The DTR laptops are heavier to carry, need more power, but texts are easy to read and high resolutions are no problem. DTR are mainly intended for stationary desk use, where weight and energy hunger don't matter. In return, you enjoy the advantages of high resolutions (more details, better legibility).» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.
3.25 kg:
A laptop with this weight is comparatively heavy and less designed for mobility than for use at the desk. Therefore, the devices tend to shine less with battery life than with a large screen and higher performance.
Acer: In 1976, the company was founded in Taiwan under the name Multitech and was renamed Acer or Acer Group in 1987. The product range includes, for example, laptops, tablets, smartphones, desktops, monitors, TVs and computer peripherals. Since 2007, the group has merged with Gateway Inc. and Packard Bell, which also market their own laptop product lines.
Acer computers are designed for a variety of purposes, including ultrabooks for mobile use, gaming laptops for gamers, affordable options for everyday tasks, and 2-in-1 convertible laptops for versatility. Acer's product portfolio also includes tablets that offer portable computing and multimedia capabilities.
80%: This rating is not earth-shattering. This rating must actually be seen as average, since there are about as many devices with worse ratings as better ones. A purchase recommendation can only be seen with a lot of goodwill, unless it is about websites that generally rate strictly.
» Further information can be found in our Notebook Purchase Guide.
