Acer Predator PH18-73-97VL Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX Laptop 45.7 cm (18") WQXGA 32 GB DDR5-SDRAM 1 TB SSD NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) Windows 11 Home Black

Forged at the edge of Predator engineering, this high-performance gaming laptop delivers desktop-class quality in mobile form. Power responds instantly and stays controlled, sustaining speed, precision, and stability as workloads intensify.

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.

RTX. IT’S ON. THE ULTIMATE IN RAY TRACING AND AI RTX is the most advanced platform for path tracing and neural rendering technologies that are revolutionizing the ways we play and create. Over 800 games and applications use RTX to deliver realistic graphics and incredibly fast performance with cutting-edge AI features like DLSS Multi Frame Generation.

EXPERIENCE CINEMATIC HDR AT ITS BEST With up to an 18.0" Mini LED display that delivers stunning visuals with HDR brilliance and a peak brightness of 1000 nits, every scene comes to life, bringing deeper contrasts and sharper details.

DUAL-MODE DISPLAY Switch seamlessly between 4K at 120Hz for sharp visuals or FHD at 240Hz for ultra-smooth gameplay. Tailor your display to your needs with a simple toggle, combining precision and performance in one screen.

SHARPER FOCUS The FHD IR camera delivers crisp, consistent image quality for streaming, squad coordination, and competitive play, keeping you visible and locked in when every call counts.

CUSTOM-ENGINEERED COOLING THAT NEVER QUITS Two of the world’s thinnest 6th Gen Predator AeroBlade 3D Fans use ultra-thin metal blades to boost airflow efficiency by up to 20%. Working with liquid metal thermal grease and vector heat pipes, the system maintains stable performance as demands intensify.

LIQUID METAL THERMAL GREASE Replaces traditional compounds to accelerate heat transfer from the CPU, reducing thermal resistance and helping sustain higher performance under continuous load.

VECTOR HEAT PIPES Precision-routed to move heat rapidly away from critical components, distributing thermal load evenly to maintain stability during extended gaming and workloads.

PRECISION BEYOND THE MECHANICAL Our unique, patented Predator MagKey 4.0 grant control with pinpoint precision. These next-gen mechanical switches activate through magnetic actuation, delivering keystrokes that are not only fast but meticulously accurate.

SIX SPEAKER AUDIO IMMERSION Experience laptop audio like never before. Predator Vox is a patented speaker system built for high-fidelity nearfield audio which enhances directionality, clarity, and immersive range.

PATENTED TUBE DESIGN Internal channels stabilize waveform output to reduce muddiness, keeping sound sharp and distortion-free at higher volumes.

DEDICATED BASS AND TREBLE A 2-way speaker setup separates bass and treble frequencies for cleaner projection and richer, full-spectrum sound.

WIDE AND CLEAR STAGE Covers more horizontal space than typical laptop speakers, helping you locate enemies and track movement with sharper directional audio.

UNBOUND SPEED AND CONNECTION Built for competitive play and high-bandwidth workflows, next-gen connectivity removes bottlenecks across gaming, streaming, and multi-display setups. Wired or wireless, latency stays low and data moves without hesitation.

HUNDERBOLT™ 5 UNLEASHED Delivers up to 80 Gbps bidirectional bandwidth, with asymmetric boost up to 120 Gbps for display-heavy workflows, high-speed storage, and advanced multi-device setups.

WI-FI 7, NO COMPROMISE Intel® Killer™ 1750X Wi-Fi 7 unlocks wider channels and improved congestion handling, delivering faster wireless throughput and smoother play in crowded network environments.

ETHERNET THAT KEEPS YOU ENGAGED Intel® Killer™ Ethernet E5000B delivers deterministic, low-latency wired performance for competitive play where consistency and packet control matter most.

INTELLIGENT TRAFFIC CONTROL Killer™ DoubleShot™ Pro prioritizes game traffic across wired and wireless connections, reducing interruptions and keeping latency consistent when multiple apps and downloads compete for bandwidth.

COMMAND THE LIGHT Lighting is more than visual flair. Every zone, key, and contour responds with purpose, reinforcing presence, control, and identity across your setup. Illumination becomes part of how the system moves, reacts, and commands attention.

INSTANT CONTROL AT YOUR FINGERTIPS PredatorSense and Acer My Key sit on dedicated hotkeys for fast, frictionless control. Adjust cooling, lighting and system behavior instantly, keeping your focus locked on the fight without breaking momentum.

PREDATORSENSE Real-time command of fan curves, performance modes and system vitals, giving you tight, stable gameplay exactly when the pressure rises.

ACER MY KEY Assign instant shortcuts to tools, apps or system actions through a single press, cutting out delays and keeping your setup ready for anything.

ACER INTELLIGENCE SPACE Launch smarter performance through Acer Intelligence Space, your hub for AI-ready tools and hardware insights that fuel productivity, creativity, and gaming

DISCOVER YOUR NEXT FAVORITE GAME Play hundreds of PC games with your new Predator Windows 11 PC and three months of PC Game Pass, including EA Play. With new games added all the time, there’s always something new to play.