Acer has recently made waves in the gaming laptop market with the announcement of their first 14-inch gaming laptops, the Nitro 14 and Predator Helios Neo 14. The introduction of these new models signifies Acer’s entry into the competitive 14-inch gaming laptop space, offering users powerful and budget-friendly options that rival other popular models on the market.
The Nitro 14, starting at $1,299.99, can be configured with up to an AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS processor, an Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060 graphics card, 32GB of LPDDR5X SDRAM, and 1TB of NVME SSD memory. It also features a 120Hz G-Sync display with resolution options of 2560 x 1600 or 1920 x 1200. On the other hand, the higher-end Predator Helios Neo 14 starts at $1,799.99 and comes with an Intel Ultra 9 185H processor, up to an Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 graphics card, and three display options, including a 3072 x 1920 at 165Hz panel. Both laptops offer impressive memory and storage options, providing users with high-performance capabilities for gaming and productivity tasks.
One standout feature of Acer’s latest gaming laptops is the use of liquid metal between the CPU and cooling block, which helps to lower thermal temperatures more effectively than traditional thermal paste. Additionally, all four new models come equipped with an Experience Zone, a feature that offers a library of AI-related functions accessible through the NitroSense key. The laptops also include a dedicated Microsoft Copilot key on the keyboard and a free month of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, enhancing the overall gaming experience for users.
The 14-inch Nitro and Predator Helios Neo, as well as the AMD and Intel versions of the Nitro 16, are set to be released in North America in May. For users in the EMEA region, the Nitro 14 and Predator Helios Neo 14 will be available in June 2024, starting at €1,199 each. The Intel-version Nitro 16 will also be available in the EMEA region at the same time for €1,599, providing users with a range of options to choose from based on their preferences and budget.
Acer’s latest gaming laptops, including the Nitro 14 and Predator Helios Neo 14, offer impressive performance, innovative features, and competitive pricing in the 14-inch gaming laptop market. With a focus on providing users with powerful and affordable options, Acer continues to solidify its presence in the gaming laptop industry, catering to the needs of both casual and hardcore gamers alike.
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