Acer Predator Helios 18 AI Launched in Nepal
The Acer Predator Helios 18 AI has been officially launched in Nepal by Acer Nepal, marking the introduction of one of the most powerful gaming and workstation-class laptops currently available in the Nepali market.
The Predator Helios 18 AI has been positioned as a desktop-level replacement, and has been designed to meet the requirements of hardcore gamers, professional content creators, AI developers, machine learning engineers, architects, engineers, and advanced power users who demand extreme computing performance in a single portable system.
It has been stated that the device is capable of replacing a high-end gaming or workstation desktop while still offering flexibility for use in home, office, or studio environments. The laptop has been described as well-suited for 4K and 8K video editing, 3D rendering, motion graphics, architectural visualization, scientific simulations, and intensive multitasking.
For professionals working in artificial intelligence and data-intensive fields, support has been provided for local AI development, model training, data science, and deep learning workflows, thereby reducing reliance on cloud-based computing platforms.
With its flagship hardware configuration and premium construction, the Predator Helios 18 AI has been identified as the most powerful and most expensive gaming laptop officially available in Nepal at present.
Desktop-class performance in a portable form
The Acer Predator Helios 18 AI (PH18-73-99HE), made available in Nepal through Max International, features Intel’s Core Ultra 9 275HX processor, paired with 96GB DDR5 RAM, a 2TB PCIe NVMe SSD, and the flagship NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 GPU with 24GB GDDR7 VRAM.
Unlike conventional gaming laptops, this model has been targeted at a niche group of users for whom desktop-level power is required, while portability remains a priority.
18-inch Mini-LED display
One of the most prominent features of the Predator Helios 18 AI is its 18-inch WQUXGA Mini-LED display. High refresh rates, deep contrast levels, and 100 percent DCI-P3 color coverage have been incorporated to deliver a premium visual experience for both gaming and professional creative tasks.
The use of Mini-LED technology has enabled high brightness levels and precise local dimming, allowing HDR content, cinematic games, and color-critical workflows to be displayed with exceptional clarity and accuracy.
With this display configuration, the Helios 18 AI has been positioned alongside other ultra-premium global machines such as the MSI Titan 18, Razer Blade 16, and ASUS ROG Strix Scar 18.
Build quality, thermals, and usability
A solid and premium chassis has been used in the construction of the Predator Helios 18 AI to support sustained high-performance workloads. Thermal performance has been reported as strong, although it has been noted that fan noise becomes clearly audible when the system is operated in Turbo mode, which is typical for laptops in this performance category.
A per-key RGB-backlit keyboard has been provided, and a soft, comfortable typing experience has been ensured for extended work and gaming sessions.
Price and official availability in Nepal
The Acer Predator Helios 18 AI has been made officially available in Nepal through Max International, Acer’s authorized distributor in the country. The laptop has been priced at NPR 950,000, reduced from its original listed price of NPR 1,100,000.
It has been confirmed that this configuration is being offered as a single exclusive unit and is backed by a 3-year authorized warranty, providing long-term assurance for professional and enterprise-level users.
With this launch, Acer has further strengthened its presence in Nepal’s ultra-premium gaming and professional computing segment.
