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Predator Helios 18 AI (NH.QVYEK.006)
Intel Core Ultra 9 275HXCPU (Score: 55.840)
GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPUGPU (Score: 26.320)
54VALUE SCORE
32 GBRAM
1 TBSTORAGE
18" Mini LEDDISPLAY
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Acer Predator Helios 18 AI PH18-73 Gaming Laptop - Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX, 32GB, 1TB Gen5 SSD, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080, 18" WQXGA 250Hz Mini LED, Windows 11, Black
£3155.00
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Deterministic performance ratings and market evaluation based on verified benchmarks.
Hardware Capability:9.6/10
Fair Market Price
Editorial Executive Summary
How we evaluatePredator Helios 18 AI (NH.QVYEK.006) is a high-performance gaming laptop engineered for demanding 3D titles and high-framerate gameplay, powered by the Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX paired with dedicated GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU graphics, 32GB RAM for seamless multitasking. Priced at £3155.00, it is currently tracking near its typical UK market baseline. Given its performance-focused cooling and chassis, battery life and travel weight are the main trade-offs compared to slim ultrabooks.
Gaming Performance
9.6/10Work & Productivity
9.8/10Creation & Media
9.5/10Portability & Commute
4.8/10Key Strengths
- Above-average price-to-performance ratio (54/100 Value Score)
- Fast multithreaded compute powered by the Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX (55,840 PassMark score)
- Dedicated GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU graphics card (26,320 3D score) enables smooth gaming and acceleration
- Generous 32GB memory enables fluid multi-application workflows without slowdowns
Trade-offs to Consider
- Features standard IPS display; lacks the true inky blacks and infinite contrast of OLED panels
- Large 18" form factor provides generous screen space but adds bulk for frequent commuting
* Consistent with typical UK pricing (30-day median: £3155.00).
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Technical Specifications
Processor
- Processor modelIntel Core Ultra 9 275HX
- Processor manufacturerIntel
- Processor speed2.7 GHz
- Processor count24
- Processor generation9th Gen
- CPU Model Speed Maximum5.4 GHz
- CPU CodenameRaptor Lake
Memory
- Internal memory32 GB
- RAM Memory TechnologyDDR5
- Ram Memory Maximum Size192 GB
- RAM TypeDDR5 RAM
Storage
- Total storage capacity1 TB
- Hard Disk DescriptionSSD
Graphics
- Discrete graphics card modelGeForce RTX 5080
- Video ProcessorNVIDIA
- Graphics Card Ram16 GB
- Graphics Ram TypeGDDR6
Display
- Display diagonal18 Inches
- Display resolution2560 x 1600
- Native Resolution2560 x 1600 pixels
- Panel typeMini LED
- Maximum refresh rate250Hz
- Display TechnologyLED
Battery
- Battery Cell TypeLithium Ion
- Battery capacity99.8 Watt Hours
Ports & interfaces
- USB Type-A ports quantity4
- Video OutputHDMI, DisplayPort, VGA, Thunderbolt
Keyboard
- Keyboard DescriptionMechanical, Backlit
- Keyboard LayoutQWERTY
- Special featureBacklit Keyboard, Numeric Keypad
General
- Operating system installedWindows 11
- Product colourBlack
- Weight3.5 Kilograms
- Front camera resolutionYes
- Form FactorUltra-Portable
Network
- Wi-Fi standards802.11ax
- Bluetooth versionYes
Miscellaneous
- Model Year2025
- Box ContentsAC Adapter, Laptop, UK Plug
- Country of OriginChina
Product Identifiers
- Manufacturer Part No (MPN)NH.QVYEK.006