Acer at IFA 2025: focus on AI, 720 Hz monitor and kilogram 16-inch laptop

The halls of IFA 2025 in Berlin are once again filled with the latest technological innovations, and Acer came with a clear message: the era of the AI PC is here. The company introduced a whole arsenal of new AI devices – from high-end Predator gaming systems and professional TravelMate laptops to everyday Chromebooks and even tablets. Along with these significant updates, Acer also showed off a new generation of ultra-fast displays. Let's take a closer look at the new products that Acer brought to IFA 2025.

Heavy artillery: Predator Gaming

For advanced gamers and demanding professionals, Acer has seriously updated its Predator line, equipping it with next-generation hardware.

Predator Helios 18P AI

Acer positions the model not just as a gaming laptop, but as a "hybrid" for entertainment and work, in particular for local deployment of AI models, and its characteristics certainly confirm this.

The laptop can be configured with up to an Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX processor with Intel vPro support, as well as up to an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 mobile graphics card. What really sets it apart for professional use is support for up to 192GB of ECC memory with error-correcting code, which actively detects and corrects data corruption – a critical feature for working with sensitive information. The storage system is no less impressive: up to 6TB on a super-fast PCIe Gen 5 SSD.

All this power is displayed on an 18-inch Mini LED display with a 16:10 aspect ratio, 4K WQUXGA resolution (3840x2400 pixels), 120 Hz refresh rate, 1000 nits HDR brightness, 3 ms response time, and 100% DCI-P3 color gamut coverage.

To cool these components, Acer uses a proprietary system with two 6th generation AeroBlade metal fans, liquid metal-based thermal paste, and vector heat pipes.

For connectivity, the Predator Helios 18P AI has two Thunderbolt 5 Type-C ports, three USB Type-A ports, HDMI 2.1, an SD card reader, and support for wireless networks thanks to Intel Killer Wi-Fi 7. Six speakers with DTS X: Ultra support are responsible for the sound.

Predator Orion Desktop PCs

The new Orion 7000 and 5000 desktops are powerful systems built for gaming and AI computing. The flagship Orion 7000 (PO7-667) features up to an Intel Core Ultra 9 285K processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 GPU. It supports up to 128GB of DDR5 7200 MT/s XMP RGB RAM and a massive storage combination of up to 6TB SSD and 4TB HDD.

The Orion 5000 (PO5-667) is equipped with up to an Intel Core Ultra 7 265F processor, an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 GPU, and up to 128GB of DDR5 7200 MT/s RAM.

Both models feature 45-liter tempered glass enclosures that meet EMI standards and use the Predator CycloneX 360 cooling system, which can be supplemented with liquid CPU cooling on the Orion 7000. An important and commendable detail is that the enclosures are made from 65% recycled plastic (PCR) of the total plastic content.

Connectivity options on the Orion 7000 include Killer E3100G 2.5G Ethernet, Wi-Fi 7, and Thunderbolt 4. The Orion 5000 uses the same LAN and Wi-Fi module, but only has USB 3.2 Type-A, Type-C, and USB 2.0 Type-A ports.

Predator X27U F8 monitor

The model is equipped with a 26.5-inch OLED display with WQHD resolution (2560x1440 pixels) and its main feature is an ultra-high refresh rate, which, using Dynamic Frequency Resolution (DFR) technology, can switch between 540 Hz at native WQHD resolution and 720 Hz at 1280x720 resolution.

The monitor also boasts a 0.01ms response time, 1500 nits peak brightness in HDR, 99% DCI-P3 color gamut coverage, and VESA DisplayHDR 500 True Black certification. As you would expect from a gaming monitor, the stand here is fully ergonomic and allows for tilt, swivel, pivot, and height adjustments.

Predator Aethon 550 TKL keyboard

To complement the high-performance setup, Acer has introduced a compact 87-key tenkeyless (TKL) keyboard. It offers versatile triple connectivity (wired, Bluetooth and 2.4Hz), hot-swappable switches for customization, and long battery life of up to 150 hours.

For the people's gamers: the Nitro series

For a wider gaming audience, Acer has introduced an updated Nitro line.

Nitro V 16 and V 16S laptops

These can be equipped with up to an Intel Core 9 270H processor and up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 laptop graphics. RAM can be up to 32 GB DDR5 5600 MT/s, and up to 2 TB of PCIe Gen 4 NVMe storage is provided.

The 16-inch display with a 16:10 aspect ratio has a resolution of up to WQXGA (2560x1600 pixels) and a fast 180Hz refresh rate.

The key difference between the models is portability: the Nitro V 16S has a slim metal body measuring less than 19.9 mm thick and weighing 2.1 kg, making it a more convenient choice for both gaming and on-the-go use.

Both models feature a dual-fan, quad-exhaust cooling system and feature a MUX switch to optimize graphics performance.

Nitro 70 and Nitro 50 Desktop PCs

In the desktop segment, the Nitro series is powered by the latest AMD processors. The flagship Nitro 70 (N70X3D-100) is equipped with up to an AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D processor, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 graphics processor, and up to 128GB of DDR5 6000 MT/s RGB memory.

The Nitro 50 (N50-100) offers a more massive but still powerful configuration with up to an AMD Ryzen 7 8700G processor, up to an NVIDIA RTX 5080 GPU, and up to 128GB of DDR5 5200 MT/s RAM.

Both systems are Wi-Fi 7 compatible and feature Acer's patented Nitro CycloneX 360 cooling system, with the Nitro 70 additionally featuring a 360mm liquid CPU cooler for maximum performance.

Nitro Monitors

New Nitro monitors have been announced to complement the PC. Among them is the Nitro XV275K V6, a 27-inch model with an IPS panel with a 4K UHD resolution (3840x2160 pixels), a 180 Hz refresh rate, a 1 ms response time (VRB Pro), and 97% DCI-P3 color gamut coverage.

For those who prefer ultra-wide formats, the Nitro XZ403CKR offers a 39.7-inch 1000R curved panel with 5K WUHD resolution (5120x2160 pixels), 0.5ms (GTG) response time, and built-in 5W speakers.

AI for work

Beyond gaming, Acer is focused on empowering mobile professionals with lighter devices.

Swift Air 16

This is probably one of the main stars of Acer's entire IFA display. A 16-inch laptop that weighs less than 1 kg (0.99 kg, to be exact) in the IPS display configuration. As an official Copilot+ PC, it runs on the new AMD Ryzen AI 300 Series processors, up to the Ryzen AI 7 350, and has up to 32 GB of LPDDR5 internal memory and up to 1 TB of M.2 PCIe Gen4 SSD storage.

Display options are also on par, with the top choice being a 16-inch WQXGA+ AMOLED panel (2880x1800 pixels) with a 120 Hz refresh rate and 100% DCI-P3 support. However, it is in this configuration that the model becomes heavier – 1.1 kg. If you need the lightest option possible, you will have to choose a version with a simpler IPS display with a WUXGA resolution (1920x1200 pixels) and a 60 Hz refresh rate.

The laptop also features a 2-megapixel FHD IR camera with a privacy shutter and has a claimed battery life of up to 13 hours from a 50 Wh battery.

TravelMate X4 14 AI

Another lightweight Copilot+ PC, this time aimed at small and medium businesses and hybrid workers. It's powered by Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) processors, up to Core Ultra 7 258V, with up to 32GB of LPDDR5X memory and up to 1TB of PCIe storage.

This model weighs 1.27 kg and is 15.9 mm thick, while meeting MIL-STD 810H durability standards.

An optional OLED panel is available for its 14-inch WUXGA (1920x1200 pixels) display, which provides a peak brightness of 500 nits.

Since the model is designed for business users, it also uses Acer UserSensing 2.0, Acer ProShield Plus, a discrete TPM module, a Kensington lock slot, and a webcam shutter. The latter has a Full HD resolution (1920x1080 pixels), an infrared sensor for face scanning, and the model also has two built-in microphones.

Wireless modules include Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4, and for connectivity there are two Thunderbolt 4 ports, two USB Type-A, HDMI 2.1, and a headphone jack.

The manufacturer promises up to 12 hours of battery life thanks to the built-in 65 Wh battery.

Veriton GN100 AI Mini Workstation

Quite an interesting, but highly specialized product. The Veriton GN100 is an ultra-compact personal workstation designed for developers to run large AI models locally. It is built on the powerful NVIDIA GB10 Grace Blackwell chip, which combines next-generation CUDA cores, fifth-generation tensor cores, and 20 Arm-based processor cores. The device provides up to 1 PFLOPS of FP4 AI performance and is equipped with 128 GB of unified LPDDR5x system memory and a 4 TB NVMe M.2 SSD. A unique feature is the ability to combine two devices using the integrated NVIDIA ConnectX-7 NIC network adapter to scale and work with AI models up to 405 billion parameters. The price of this solution is also impressive - 3,999 euros.

Another new addition to Acer's laptop lineup, the Swift 16 AI, was unveiled at IFA 2025 as a concept, as it's designed for Intel's next-generation processors, codenamed Panther Lake. However, some of the model's features are already known, including a 16-inch 3K OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, up to 32GB of LPDDR5X RAM, and the world's largest haptic touchpad with stylus support.

Chromebooks, tablets, and the rest of the ecosystem

Acer also introduced a wide range of other products, ensuring an update to its entire portfolio.

Chromebooks and Chromeboxes

The Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 514 is the company's first Chromebook with a MediaTek Kompanio Ultra 910 processor, which has an integrated NPU of 50 TOPS for AI tasks. The model has a 360-degree hinge, as well as a 14-inch 16:10 touchscreen display with stylus support, which comes in two versions: with a resolution of 2880x1800 pixels, brightness up to 340 nits and a refresh rate of 60 Hz, or with a resolution of 1920x1200 pixels, brightness up to 300 nits and a frequency of 120 Hz.

The model supports up to 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM, up to 256GB of UFS 4.0 storage. It also boasts an impressive battery life of up to 17 hours and supports Wi-Fi 7.

In addition to the Chromebook, Acer has released two new desktop models: the Chromebox CXI6 (with up to an Intel Core 7 150U processor and support for four monitors) and the fanless Chromebox Mini CXM2 (with an Intel Core 3 N350 processor and support for three monitors).

Tablets, projectors and router

The Android tablet lineup has also received a significant update. The flagship of the new X series is the Acer Iconia X14 (X14-M1N). It is equipped with a large 14-inch OLED display with FHD resolution (1200x1920 pixels) and ZeroFrame design. The device is powered by the Allwinner A733 processor with a built-in NPU, which provides a number of AI-based features. These include AI Smart Sensing for gesture control and posture advice, AI Super Resolution for automatic video quality enhancement, and Smile Camera for instant photo taking when a smile is detected.

The tablet has up to 8GB of LPDDR5 RAM and up to 256GB of fast UFS 3.1 storage, which can be expanded up to 1TB via microSD card. The cameras include an 8-megapixel main sensor with flash and a 5-megapixel front camera. The claimed battery life from the 8000mAh battery is up to 10 hours. The device runs Android 15, supports Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.4 and has four stereo speakers. All this is placed in an Iron Gray case with a built-in kickstand for convenient use.

Also introduced was the lighter Iconia X12 model with a 12.6-inch AMOLED display and MediaTek Helio G99 processor. In addition, the Iconia A series, which includes the A14 and A16 models, offers FHD displays and a built-in tripod-style stand.

The eco-friendly Vero projector line has been expanded with three new laser models that provide up to 30,000 hours of lamp life, Full HD resolution, and 4,000 ANSI lumens of brightness.

Finally, the new Acer Connect T36 is a dual-band Wi-Fi 7 Mesh router that supports aggregate speeds of up to 3600 Mbps.

In the end

Traditionally, Acer brought a lot of new products to IFA 2025, which will form the basis of its product portfolio for the next year. And it is worth noting that the manufacturer managed to create interesting models from an engineering point of view: from monitors with an ultra-high refresh rate to a 16-inch laptop weighing less than 1 kg. In addition, we see active positioning of gaming models, including for AI computing, and a general expansion of the Copilot+ PC line of devices. Will Acer's bet on artificial intelligence play out, we will soon see and I hope we will be able to test all the presented new products.