Acer Announces New Gaming PCs, Including the Predator Orion 7000 Desktop and Nitro V Laptops

Editor's Summary

The new Predator Orion 7000 desktop harnesses the power of Intel® next gen processors,up to NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 4090 GPU (1321 AI TOPS),and state-of-the-art thermal cooling combining the Predator CycloneX 360™ system fan and a CPU liquid cooler

New Acer Nitro V 16 gaming laptop is equipped with Intel® Core™ 14th gen processors,an NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 4060 Laptop GPU (233 AI TOPS)[1],up to a WQXGA display option,and optimized thermals with dual fans and quad intake/exhaust systems

The Acer Nitro V 14 balances gaming performance,portability,and style powered by AMD Ryzen™ 8040 Series processors with Ryzen™ AI[2],up to an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 Laptop GPU (194 AI TOPS),and boasting an eye-catching pearl white chassis design

Harnessing the power of AI for gaming and beyond,both Nitro laptops utilize AI-enhanced NVIDIA DLSS 3.5 technology,ray tracing,Acer's suite of conferencing tools,and Copilot in Windows,accessible through the NitroSense app's Experience Zone

BERLIN,Sept. 4,2024 -- Acer today introduced several new Windows 11 gaming PCs,including the powerful Predator Orion 7000 desktop,which boasts high-performance features to elevate gameplay,the all-new Nitro V 14 gaming laptop rocking a unique pearl white chassis,and an upgraded Nitro V 16 gaming laptop.

The Predator Orion 7000 is a gaming monster delivering next-gen performance that will excite the most competitive gamers,including the latest processing technology powered by Intel® next gen processors andup to an NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 4090 GPU (1321 AI TOPS). It also features the patented Predator CycloneX 360™ system fan and a CPU liquid cooler to keep the device cool and battle-ready.

The all-new Acer Nitro V 14 will appeal to anyone looking for a stylish gaming laptop that balances gaming performance,and affordability. Its gleaming pearl-like finish and teal lighting blend striking aesthetics with reliable performance. The newest Nitro V 16gaming laptop is purpose-built for students,entry-level gamers,and multimedia enthusiasts. These devices blend current technology and features with a reasonable price tag,making them well-balanced and versatile devices that can be used for school,entertainment,and gaming.

Predator Orion 7000

Powered by Intel next gen processors,the Predator Orion 7000(PO7-660)is a gaming monster promising next-gen performance and AI support that will excite even the most competitive gamers. This robust rig offers up to a state-of-the-art NVIDIA GeForce RTX™ 4090 GPU with AI-powered DLSS that multiplies performance in spectacular virtual scenes. And with three months of PC Game Pass included,players will enjoy hundreds of high-quality PC games.

Designed for intense gaming sessions,the Orion 7000 houses an advanced cooling system to maintain its superior performance. It features the new Predator CycloneX 360 system fan and CPU liquid coolerworking in tandem to keep vital components cool while maximizing performance. The patented Predator CycloneX 360utilizes an advanced 3-in-1 fan setup and a uniquely engineered flow channel to effectively expel heat from critical zoneswith maximized airflow volume and static pressure.In conjunction with a 360 mm CPU liquid cooling system,this pairing creates an optimal cooling environment and boosts the desktop's cooling efficiency by 15% while lowering motherboard temperatures by 9 degrees Celsius compared to the previous model[3].

The integrated PredatorSense 4.0 utility app lets gamers quickly and easily overclock components and customize ARGB/RGB lighting preferences.Lightning-fast connectivity is fueled by Thunderbolt™ 4 and Wi-Fi 7,the latest networking standard delivering speeds of 40 to 46 Gbps[1]. With storage options of up to4 TB HDD,6TB PCIe M.2 NVMe SSD and an SSD swap slotfor expansion,the Predator Orion 7000 can store a wide array of game titles.

Acer Nitro V 14

Gamers,students,and professionals who want a stylish and highly portable laptop for gaming that can also readily handle productivity tasks will appreciate the small but mighty Nitro V 14(ANV14-61). Its compact size and capabilities make it well-suited for on-the-go gaming,taking to school in a backpack,or carrying to a remote job site,client office,or coffee shop. Plus,the sophisticated white aesthetics can blend into any environment and add a touch of class to any gaming or work setup.

Its uniquely sized 14.5-inch (16:10) display is an ideal choice for people on the go and provides more screen real estate than a traditional 14-inch panel. Both display options,WQXGA (2560 x 1600) or WUXGA (1920x1200),are combined with a 120 Hz refresh rate,3 ms overdrive response time,and 100% sRGB color gamut support,making it a great companion for portable gaming and creative work. Gamers will also appreciate the inclusion of a MUX (multiplexer) switch,which allows them to manually enable or disable the iGPU for an increase in graphics performance when playing favorite titles.

Powered by up to an AMD Ryzen™ 7 8845HS Processor,up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 Laptop GPU (194 AI TOPS),up to 32 GB DDR5 memory,and up to a 2 TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD,the Nitro V 14 is always ready for intense sessions. The AMD Ryzen 8040 Series processors are crafted to introduce users to delightful new premium experiences,boasting trusted performance,incredible battery life,and the innovative integration of Ryzen AI technology. With the added advantage of the 3rd Gen Power Management Feature (PMF),the AMD Ryzen 8040 Series processors take it a step further with intelligent battery management,ensuring the longest possible running time. The AI-driven benefits to battery life include extended durations for video conferences,as running on the CPU,instead of the GPU,places a smaller load on battery consumption.

The NVIDIA GeForce 4050 Laptop GPU is backed by NVIDIA's RTX AI platform with over 600 games and applications. Users can tap into the NVIDIA RTX AI ecosystem of computing gaming capabilities and accelerations. Gamers can benefit from AI-powered DLSS 3.5 technology for stunning visuals at high frame rates,and creators can harness the power of AI with hundreds of RTX-accelerated apps already available. The device's performance can be monitored in real-time with the NitroSense™ application,which doubles as a system control center and library of on-device AI features to be maximized.

Acer Nitro V 16

The newest Nitro V 16(ANV16-71) is ideal for all types of productivity tasks and multimedia applications thanks to its high-resolution display options,powerful components and thermals that keep the laptop running smoothly and cool. Delivering superior image quality and high pixel density of up to a 180 Hz 16-inch (16:10) WQXGA (2500 x 1600) display,it is an excellent choice for photo editing,color grading tasks,gaming,and other fast-paced content. It also includes a MUX switch for GPU performance boosting.

Configured with up to an Intel Core i7-14650HX processor,up to an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060LaptopGPU[1],up to 32 GB of memory,it's powerful enough to tackle the latest applications and current games with ease. Its dual-fan quad-intake and quad-exhaust system draws cold air from the top keyboard and button cover and expels heat through side and rear vents,eliminating throttling and ensuring peak CPU and GPU performance.

Leveraging the Power of AI

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX Laptop GPUs in the latest gaming PCs are powered by the ultra-efficient NVIDIA ADALovelace architecture,which enables over 600 AI-accelerated apps and games. They get a massive boost in performance with AI-powered DLSS 3.5 technology[1],noise removal and background replacement with the Broadcast app,and help users finish coursework faster with AI-accelerated STEM apps. NVIDIA DLSS 3.5 makes games even more beautiful,immersive,and realistic with the introduction of Ray Reconstruction,a new AI-powered technique that further enhances the quality of ray tracing.

Rounding out the laptops' features is Copilot in Windows 11,Microsoft's everyday AI companion,that provides answers and inspirations from the web,helping foster creativity and productivity. A dedicated Copilot key on their keyboards makes activating the AI assistant quick and easy.

A suite of AI-enabled features can also be maximized when streaming or video chatting with the webcam's AI-supported Acer PurifiedView™ and Acer PurifiedVoice™ 2.0 featuring three microphones with AI noise reduction technology.

Specifications

Name

Predator Orion 7000

Model

PO7-660

Operating System

Windows 11 Home

Processors

Intel® next gen processors

Graphics

Up to an NVIDIA® GeForce RTX 4090 GPU

Memory

32/16 GB DDR5 5600 MHz RGB

32/16 GB DDR5 6000XMP MHz RGB

Up to 128 GB (32 GB*4) Dual Channel DDR5 MHz

CPU Cooling

Predator CycloneX 360 + CPU Liquid Cooling

Storage

Optional: Up to 4 TB HDD

Optional: Up to 6 TB PCIe M.2 NVMe SSD

SSD swap slot

Ports

Front:

USB 3.2 Gen1 5Gbps Type A port(s): 3

USB 3.2 Gen1 5Gbps Type C port(s): 1

Rear:

LAN port(s): 1

Audio jack(s): 3 [line in,audio out,mic]

USB 2.0 Type A port(s): 2

USB 3.2 Gen2 10Gbps Type A port(s): 3

Thunderbolt 4: 1

Power Supply

1200W

Wireless and Networking

Wi-Fi 7 Wireless LAN and Bluetooth 5.4 or above

Included peripherals

Wired keyboard with Copilot key and mouse

Xbox Game Pass

3 months free

PredatorSense

Version 4

Dimensions

219 (W) x 504.8 (D) x 485 (H) mm [8.6 (W) x 19.87 (D) x 19.09 (H) inches]

Weight

25 Kg

Name

AcerNitroV16

Model

ANV16-71

Operating System

Windows 11 Home

Processors

Intel®Core™i7-14650HX processor

Intel®Core™i5-14450HX processor

Graphics

NVIDIA®GeForceRTX™4060

NVIDIA®GeForceRTX™4050

NVIDIA®GeForceRTX™3050

Memory

Up to 32GBof DDR5 system memory,dual-channel support

Display

16"IPS+WQXGA(2560x1600),16:10 aspect ratio,400 nits brightness,AcerComfyView™LED-backlitTFTLCD,supporting 180 Hz,100%sRGBcolor gamut

16"IPS+WUXGA(1920x1200),300 nits brightness,supporting 165 Hz,NTSC45% color gamut

Storage

Up to 1 TBPCIeGen4NVMe,16Gb/s

Up to 2 TBNVMe,Raid 0SSD

Audio

DTS®X: Ultra,AcerPurified Voice 2.0 with AI noise reduction and 3-mic array,AcerTrueHarmonytechnology

Camera

HDcamera (1280x720) with 720pHDvideo at 30 FPS with Temporal Noise Reduction,Dualmic

Ports

OneUSBType-Csupporting Thunderbolt 4,USB3.2 Gen 2,DisplayPort,USBCharging

TwoUSBType-A supportingUSB3.2 (Gen 1 and Gen 2 withUSBcharging)

HDMI2.1

Battery

57Wh4-cellLi-iobattery (for models withWQUXGApanel)

Wireless and Networking

Wi-Fi6 AX201,supportsBluetooth5.1 or above

Dimensions and weight

361.24 (W) x 278.4 (D) x 24.74/25.46 (H) mm [14.22 (W) x 10.96 (D) x 0.97/1 (H) inches] with Plastic A cover

2.5 kg (5.51 lbs.),with 4-cell battery pack,WQXGA display

Name

AcerNitroV14

Model

ANV14-61

Operating System

Windows 11 Home

Processors

AMDRyzen™7 8845HS (AMDRyzenAI capable)

AMDRyzen™5 8645HS

Graphics

NVIDIA®GeForceRTX™4050

NVIDIA®GeForceRTX™3050

NVIDIA®GeForceRTX™2050

Memory

Up to 32GBof DDR5 system memory,dual-channel support

Display

14.5"IPS+WQXGA(2560x1600),350 nits brightness,supporting 120 Hz,100%sRGBcolor gamut

14.5"IPS+WUXGA(1920x1200),100%sRGBcolor gamut

Storage

Up to 2 TBPCIeGen4NVMe,16Gb/s

Audio

DTS®X: Ultra,AcerTrueHarmonytechnology

Camera

USBHDcamera (1280x720)

Ports

OneUSBType-CsupportingUSB4 at 40Gbps,USBCharging

TwoUSBType-A supportingUSB3.2 (Gen 1 and Gen 2 withUSBcharging)

HDMI2.1 withHDCPsupport

MicroSDCard Reader

Battery

57Wh4-cellLi-iobattery (for models withWQXGApanel)

Battery life: up to 6 hours battery life (based on video playback result)

Wireless and Networking

Wi-Fi6E Wireless LAN,supportsBluetooth5.3 or above

Dimensions and weight

328.79 (W)x234.5 (D)x21.36/22.51 (H) mm [12.94 (W)x9.23 (D)x0.84/0.89 (H) inches] with Plastic A cover

1.7 kg (3.75 lbs.),with 4-cell battery pack

Pricing and Availability

The Acer Nitro V 16 (ANV16-71)will be available in North America in October,starting at USD 1,299.99; in EMEA in October,starting at EUR 1,449,and in Australia,starting at AUD 2,299.

The Acer Nitro V 14 (ANV14-61)will be available in North America in September,099.99,in EMEA in September,199,099.

Exact specifications,prices,and availability will vary by region. To learn more about availability,product specifications and prices in specific markets,please contact your nearest Acer office viawww.acer.com.

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[1] Specifications may vary depending on the model and region. All models subject to availability.

[2]Ryzen™ AI is defined as the combination of a dedicated AI engine,AMDRadeon™ graphics engine,andRyzenprocessor cores that enable AI capabilities. OEM andISVenablementis required,and certain AI features may not yet be optimized forRyzenAI processors.RyzenAI is compatible with: (a)AMDRyzen7040 and 8040 Series processors exceptRyzen5 7540U,Ryzen5 8540U,Ryzen3 7440U,andRyzen3 8440U processors; (b)AMDRyzenAI 300 Series processors,and (c) allAMDRyzen8000G Series desktop processors except theRyzen5 8500G/GE andRyzen3 8300G/GE. Please check with your system manufacturer for feature availability prior to purchase.


[3] The stated performance is based on testing conducted by a specialized third-party. Actual performance results may vary depending on the model,specifications,and region. All models subject to availability.

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