Acer has just launched a number of new laptops in India, and the lineup has something for almost every kind of user out there. At the Next Acer India event held at New Delhi, the company launched new gaming laptops under its Nitro and Predator ranges, along with some stunning productivity devices. So, whether you are looking for a new gaming laptop with RTX 50-series graphics or a lightweight AI PC designed for work, there is plenty to be excited about. Without wasting any more time, here is a detailed look at everything that Acer has just launched.
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Acer has expanded its Nitro gaming lineup with the new Nitro 5 and Nitro 5 Pro. Both laptops feature Intel 14th Gen HX processors and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 40 and RTX 50 series Laptop GPUs, depending on the configuration.
Talking about the top specs, both models feature a 16-inch Full HD+ display with a 16:10 aspect ratio, 100% sRGB colour coverage and refresh rates of up to 165Hz. They can also be configured with up to 32GB of DDR5 5600MHz RAM and up to 2TB of PCIe Gen4 SSD storage.
The Nitro 5 comes NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 or RTX 5050 graphics. And while the RTX 4050 variant comes in Herald Grey colour option with a 62Wh battery and Nahimic Audio, the RTX 5050 version is available in Black with a 73Wh battery and Sound Blaster Studio+ audio. The laptop can also be configured with up to an Intel Core i7-14650HX processor.
The Nitro 5 Pro also gets RTX 4050 and RTX 5050 configurations. The RTX 50-series version is based on NVIDIA’s Blackwell architecture and supports features such as DLSS 4, 5th Generation Tensor Cores, ray tracing, NVIDIA Reflex 2 and NVIDIA Studio.
Acer has also equipped both laptops with a dual-fan, dual-intake and dual-exhaust cooling system. The Nitro Control Centre gives users control over performance modes, fan speeds and power settings, while the laptops also feature a 4-zone RGB keyboard.
As far as the price is concerned, the Acer Nitro 5 and Nitro 5 Pro start at Rs 1,67,990 and come with up to Rs 10,000 cashback. They will be sold through Acer’s stores and online store, as well as Amazon, Flipkart, Croma, Reliance Digital and Vijay Sales.
If the Nitro lineup is aimed at gamers looking for high performance, Acer’s Predator range aims to takes things further. The company has introduced three new models, the Predator Helios Neo 16S AI, Predator Helios Neo 16 AI and Predator Helios Neo 16. The new laptops combine Intel processors with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50-series Laptop GPUs, high-refresh-rate displays and Acer’s latest cooling technologies.
The Predator Helios Neo 16S AI is the slimmer option of the three. It measures less than 18.9mm in thickness and can be configured with up to an Intel Core Ultra 7 356H processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU. It also gets a 16-inch OLED WQXGA display with a 165Hz refresh rate, 1ms response time, DisplayHDR True Black 1000 certification, G-SYNC support and 100% DCI-P3 colour coverage.
The laptop can be configured with up to 64GB DDR5 RAM and 2TB PCIe SSD storage. It also features a 92Wh battery and Acer’s 5th Generation Predator AeroBlade 3D cooling system. For video calls, Acer has included AI-powered webcam and noise reduction features through PurifiedView and PurifiedVoice.
The Predator Helios Neo 16 AI is designed for users who want more performance. It can be configured with up to an Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU with up to 16GB of GDDR7 VRAM. Its 16-inch WQXGA display gets a 240Hz refresh rate, 1ms response time, NVIDIA Advanced Optimus and G-SYNC. It also offers up to 64GB DDR5 RAM and 2TB PCIe Gen4 SSD storage.
The third model, Predator Helios Neo 16, is positioned as the more mainstream gaming option. It comes with up to an Intel Core i9-14900HX processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU. The 16-inch WQXGA display gets a 180Hz refresh rate, 3ms response time, MUX Switch technology and 100% sRGB coverage.
Coming to the price, the Predator Helios Neo 16S AI starts at Rs 2,62,990, while the Helios Neo 16 AI starts at Rs 2,82,990. The Helios Neo 16 starts at Rs 2,42,990. Acer is also offering up to Rs 10,000 cashback on the three models.
Moving away from gaming, Acer has also launched the new Aspire 3 for students, professionals and families. Powered by AMD Ryzen processors, the laptop is designed for everyday tasks such as work, online learning, multitasking and entertainment.
The Aspire 3 comes with a 15.6-inch Full HD IPS display with Acer ComfyView technology. It also gets a 180-degree hinge, which allows the screen to be laid flat when sharing content with others. Acer has also included USB Type-C charging, which can make it easier to carry a single charger for both work and travel.
The laptop supports up to 16GB DDR4 RAM, expandable to 32GB, along with PCIe NVMe SSD storage expandable up to 1TB. Integrated AMD Radeon graphics handle visuals, while Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth are available for connectivity. There is also a USB Type-C port, USB Type-A ports, HDMI, an SD card reader and an audio jack.
The Acer Aspire 3 with the Ryzen 3 3200U series starts at Rs 39,999. It will be available through Acer Exclusive Stores and the Acer online store.
Acer has also launched the Aspire Pro AI laptop and this one looks tailor-made for professionals, students and everyday users who want AI features without moving into the company’s premium laptop segment.
The laptop is powered by an Intel Core Ultra 5 125H processor and runs Windows 11 Home. It also gets a dedicated Copilot key, giving users quick access to Microsoft’s AI assistant for tasks such as content creation, productivity and research.
The Aspire Pro features a 14-inch Full HD IPS display with Acer ComfyView technology and weighs 1.3kg. It comes with 16GB DDR5 RAM, expandable to 32GB, and a 512GB PCIe NVMe SSD that can be upgraded to 1TB. Acer claims up to 10 hours of battery life, with charging handled through a 65W USB Type-C charger.
For connectivity, the laptop includes two USB Type-C ports, USB 3.2 ports, HDMI, an SD card reader, an audio jack and a Kensington lock. It also has an FHD webcam, dual stereo speakers, Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.1.
The Acer Aspire Pro starts at Rs 69,999 and will be available through Acer Exclusive Stores, Acer’s E-store, Amazon, Croma, Reliance and Vijay Sales.
Acer has also introduced the Swift Pro, a thin-and-light laptop aimed at professionals, creators, entrepreneurs and users who need a machine that is easy to carry without giving up performance.
The Swift Pro is powered by Intel Core Ultra 5 and Ultra 7 H-series processors and comes with Intel Arc graphics. It features a 14-inch WUXGA display with a 16:10 aspect ratio, while users can also opt for a WUXGA OLED panel with up to 400 nits brightness.
The laptop supports up to 32GB LPDDR5 RAM and 1TB PCIe NVMe SSD storage. It also gets a Full HD webcam with a privacy shutter, a fingerprint reader built into the power button, a backlit keyboard and a 180-degree hinge. Connectivity options include USB Type-C, HDMI 2.0, USB Type-A and a MicroSD card reader.
The Swift Pro weighs approximately 1.2kg and packs a 52Wh battery that Acer says can deliver up to 10.5 hours of battery life. It will be available in Dark Blue and Light Blue colour options. The laptop also uses the AI capabilities of Intel Core Ultra processors and integrates Microsoft Copilot.
The Acer Swift Pro starts at Rs 79,999 and will be available through Croma, Reliance, Vijay Sales, Amazon and Acer’s online and offline stores.
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