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Large 18 inch gaming laptop in Abyssal Black finish with mini LED display and backlit keyboard

Acer America

Acer America Predator Helios 18 AI PH18-73-90A6 gaming laptop

SKU CH-CD5B-02F09

An 18-inch Mini-LED gaming laptop with a 2560 x 1600 250 Hz screen, Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX 24-core processor, 32 GB memory, 1 TB SSD and GeForce RTX 5080 graphics

  • Screen size18.0 in (45.7 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core Ultra 9 (Series 2)
  • Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU
  • Memory size32 GB
  • SSD storage1 TB
  • Display resolution2560 × 1600
  • 18-inch Mini LED display at 250 Hz with 1000 nits brightness
  • Intel Core Ultra 9 Series 2 24-core CPU up to 5.4 GHz and NPU delivering 13 TOPS
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 32 GB dedicated graphics with G-SYNC support
  • 32 GB system memory and 1 TB SSD for fast multitasking and storage
  • Two Thunderbolt 5 ports and HDMI 2.1 for versatile external display connectivity

18-inch Mini-LED 250 Hz display

The 18.0-inch Mini-LED panel delivers 2560 x 1600 resolution at 250 Hz with 1000 nits brightness and G-SYNC. The non-touch screen targets competitive gamers and creators who need high refresh rates and HDR highlights in a laptop form factor.

Verify Thunderbolt 5 and HDMI 2.1 dock compatibility

Two Thunderbolt 5 ports and one HDMI 2.1 output drive external displays and peripherals. Confirm that your existing dock, monitor cables and power delivery hardware support these exact interfaces before ordering.

24-core CPU with NPU and RTX 5080 thermals

The Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX runs a 2.1 GHz base clock and 5.4 GHz boost across 24 cores and threads, paired with a 13 TOPS NPU and GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU. Sustained loads engage the advanced cooling system; expect elevated fan noise under heavy gaming or AI workloads while the chassis manages combined CPU and GPU power draw.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Gaming Laptop Computers, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $2,611.99
Pricier than about 73% of the 5,382 comparable items (median $1,978.99).
Screen size 18.0 in (45.7 cm)
Higher than about 90% of the 5,361 comparable items (median 16 in).
Refresh frequency 250 Hz
Higher than about 92% of the 2,443 comparable items (median 165 Hz).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameAcer
Product linePredator
Model namePH18-73
Product colorAbyssal Black
Product typeGaming
Recommended useGaming
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core Ultra 9 (Series 2)
Memory
Memory size32 GB
Memory configuration32 GB x 1
Storage
SSD storage1 TB
Storage drive1 TB
Display
Screen size18.0 in (45.7 cm)
Display resolution2560 × 1600
Refresh frequency250 Hz
Panel typeMini LED
Touch inputNon-Touch Screen
Graphics
Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU
Graphics typeDedicated Card
Ports & slots
Thunderbolt ports2 x Thunderbolt 5
Video outputs2 x Thunderbolts
HDMI ports1 x HDMI 2.1
Power
Battery packLithium Ion
More details
Keyboard backlightBacklit

Questions about this item

Will this 18-inch laptop fit in a standard 18-inch laptop sleeve?

The screen diagonal is 18 inches, so a sleeve sized for 18-inch laptops should accommodate the chassis; check the sleeve's internal depth and width against the laptop's exact dimensions.

Does the Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX require a specific cooler or power adapter beyond what ships in the box?

The laptop includes its own cooling system and power adapter matched to the 24-core CPU and RTX 5080 GPU; no extra cooler or adapter is needed for normal operation.

Can I add a second SSD later without voiding the warranty?

The unit ships with a 1 TB SSD installed; internal upgrade procedures depend on the manufacturer's service terms, so review the warranty documentation before opening the chassis.

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