Highlights
- At Computex 2025, Acer launched new AI-enabled devices including Aspire 16 AI laptops, Predator gaming laptops and a refreshed Orion 3000 desktop.
- Offered in Intel, AMD and Snapdragon versions, the Aspire 16 AI laptops promise up to 27 hours of battery life and include AI features.
- Helios Neo 14 AI, Triton 14 AI and Orion 3000 desktops boast powerful Intel processors, RTX GPUs and advanced cooling.
At Computex 2025, Acer has introduced a wide range of new devices powered by the latest hardware and AI features. This includes the Aspire 16 AI laptops, Predator Triton 14 AI and Helios Neo 14 AI gaming laptops and an updated Predator Orion 3000 desktop PC. Here’s a closer look at what’s new.
Acer Aspire 16 AI – Big Battery Meets New-Age AI
Caption – Acer Aspire 16 AI Laptop. (Image credit – Acer)
The new Aspire 16 AI laptops are designed for users who want great performance without sacrificing battery life. Acer is offering them in three versions, powered by Intel, AMD, and Snapdragon chips.
- The Intel version features up to a Core Ultra 7 258V processor with Intel Arc graphics, and claims up to 26 hours of battery life.
- The AMD variant uses Ryzen AI 7 350 or Ryzen AI 5 340 CPUs paired with Radeon 860M and 840M graphics.
- The Snapdragon model runs on the Snapdragon X platform and offers an impressive 27-hour battery backup.
The Aspire 16 AI comes with a tall 16-inch OLED WUXGA+ display offering a 120Hz refresh rate and 500 nits brightness. The Snapdragon version, however, skips the OLED panel for an LCD one, which can be configured for either 100% sRGB or 45% NTSC colour range.
You get up to 32GB LPDDR5X RAM, 1TB PCIe Gen4 SSD, and microSD expansion. Other highlights include a 65Wh battery, USB 3.2 Type-A, USB-C, HDMI 2.1 and Wi-Fi 6E/7. It runs on Windows 11, with AMD models supporting Microsoft’s Pluton security chip and facial recognition. The Snapdragon version includes Windows Hello.
AI features like PurifiedVoice, LiveArt and a Copilot+ hotkey are also part of the package.
- Snapdragon variant starts at 749 Euros, launching in July 2025
- AMD version starts at 999 Euros
- Intel version starts at 1,049 Euros, both available in August 2025
Acer Predator Helios Neo 14 AI – Compact and Powerful for Gaming
Caption – Acer Predator Helios Neo 14 AI. (Image credit – Acer)
The Predator Helios Neo 14 AI is a compact gaming laptop with serious power. It sports a 14.5-inch OLED 2.8K WQXGA+ screen with 0.2 ms response time and full DCI-P3 color support, perfect for gaming and creative tasks.
It’s powered by up to an Intel Core Ultra 9 285H CPU and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU with support for up to 32GB LPDDR5X RAM and 2TB PCIe Gen4 SSD storage. NVIDIA Advanced Optimus ensures better battery and performance balance.
For cooling, Acer has packed in 5th Gen AeroBlade fans, liquid metal grease, vector heat pipes, and Vortex Flow tech. It also has a metal lid with an RGB logo, a three-zone RGB keyboard, Thunderbolt 4, HDMI 2.1, and Intel Killer Wi-Fi 6E.
- Launching in EMEA in July 2025
- Starts at 1,699 Euros
Acer Predator Triton 14 AI – Power-Packed for Creators and Gamers
Caption – Acer Predator Triton 14 AI. (Image credit – Acer)
The Predator Triton 14 AI is a compact and powerful laptop built for creators, professionals, and gamers. It weighs just 1.6kg and measures 17.31mm thin, yet delivers top-end performance.
It runs on an Intel Core Ultra 9 288V processor and GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU. Acer has introduced graphene-based thermal interface material, which improves heat dissipation by 14.5% over traditional thermal grease. There are also dual 6th Gen AeroBlade fans and a vapor chamber for additional cooling.
The OLED WQXGA+ display (2880×1800) offers 120Hz refresh, 1ms response time, and 100% DCI-P3 color accuracy. It’s Calman Verified and supports touch input. The haptic Gorilla Glass touchpad and bundled stylus with pressure sensitivity make it great for creators.
Other features include up to 32GB LPDDR5X RAM, 2TB PCIe Gen4 SSD and Copilot+ PC tools like AI-powered image generation and real-time translation in Windows 11.
- Available in EMEA from July 2025
- Starting price: 2,999 Euros
Acer Predator Orion 3000 Desktop – Updated for Gamers & Creators
Caption – Acer Predator Orion 3000 Desktop. (Image credit – Acer)
Acer also refreshed its Predator Orion 3000 desktop with upgraded specs and a new chassis design. It’s aimed at gamers and content creators who want strong performance in a compact setup.
It now comes with up to an Intel Core Ultra 7 265F CPU and GeForce RTX 5070 GPU. You also get up to 32GB DDR5 RAM, 2TB NVMe SSD, and optional 2TB HDD. The new 28-liter case includes mesh panels and a tempered glass side for better airflow.
Caption – Acer Predator Orion 3000 Desktop. (Image credit – Acer)
Cooling is handled by 120mm RGB-lit front and rear fans, and it supports Wi-Fi 7 and Ethernet. The desktop has plenty of I/O ports including USB 3.2, USB-C, and audio jacks at both front and rear.
It’s powered by a standard 850W PSU with expansion slots including PCIe 5.0 x16, PCIe 3.0 x1, and M.2 slots for storage and Wi-Fi.
- Launching in EMEA in July 2025 starting at 1,099 Euros
- Coming to Australia in Q3 2025, starting at AUD 4,499
FAQs
Q1. What AI-powered devices did Acer launch at Computex 2025?
Answer. Acer introduced Aspire 16 AI laptops, Predator Helios Neo 14 AI, Predator Triton 14 AI gaming laptops and a refreshed Predator Orion 3000 desktop.
Q2. What makes the Acer Aspire 16 AI laptops unique?
Answer. They offer Intel, AMD, and Snapdragon versions, with up to 27 hours of battery life, 16-inch OLED WUXGA+ display, Windows 11 and AI features like PurifiedVoice and Copilot+.
Q3. What are the key specs of the Acer Predator Helios Neo 14 AI?
Answer. It features an Intel Core Ultra 9 285H CPU, GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU, 14.5-inch OLED WQXGA+ display, 32GB RAM, 2TB storage, and advanced cooling technologies.
Q4. What distinguishes the Acer Predator Triton 14 AI from the Helios Neo 14 AI?
Answer. The Triton 14 AI is built for creators and professionals, featuring a Calman Verified OLED touch display, Intel Core Ultra 9 288V CPU, RTX 5070 GPU, graphene-based cooling, and Copilot+ AI tools.
Q5. What upgrades does the Acer Predator Orion 3000 desktop include?
Answer. It comes with Intel Core Ultra 7 265F CPU, RTX 5070 GPU, 32GB RAM, Wi-Fi 7, RGB-lit cooling fans, mesh chassis design and multiple I/O ports.