UAE Price
AED 10,499
India Price
₹2,74,990
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Laptop · Acer · 2024
The Acer Predator Helios 18 PH18-72-98MW (Predator Helios 18 Series) 2TB / 64GB is Acer's 2024 laptop featuring a height x width x depth (in mm): 29.5 x 405 x 312 ( = 1.16 x 15.94 x 12.28 in) display, the Intel Core i9-14900HX 24c/32t, 8 x 5.8 GHz Intel Raptor Cove P-Core, 16 x 4.1 GHz Intel Gracemont E-Core, 157 W PL2 / Short Burst, 95 W PL1 / Sustained, Raptor Lake-HX Refresh chipset. At AED 10,499 in the UAE and ₹2,74,990 in India, it sits firmly in the flagship tier.
The Acer Predator Helios 18 PH18-72-98MW excels with its Intel Core i9-14900HX and NVIDIA RTX 4090 (16GB GDDR6), delivering unmatched sustained performance for 8K video rendering and AAA gaming at max settings. The 32GB DDR5-5600 RAM and 2TB SSD ensure rapid multitasking and storage access. Its 90Wh battery lasts up to 5.5 hours under light use, though heavy loads drain it quickly. This machine is for professionals running real-time simulations, 3D animation pipelines, or AI training locally. The weakness? Thermals throttle under 24/7 100% load—core temps hit 98°C, forcing performance drops. Weight at 3.278kg and a 1.226kg brick make it a desktop replacement, not a mobile tool. In UAE at AED 10499, it’s worth it because it’s the most powerful 18-inch gaming laptop available locally. In India at ₹274990, it’s overpriced—same specs cost 15% less globally, and local service centers lack certified RTX 4090 repair expertise.
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| Battery | 90 Wh Lithium-Ion |
| Camera | Webcam: 2 MP FHD |
| Connections | 1 USB 3.0 / 3.1 Gen1, 2 USB 3.1 Gen2, 2 USB4 40 Gbps, 2 Thunderbolt, USB-C Power Delivery (PD), 1 HDMI, 2 DisplayPort, 1 Kensington Lock, Audio Connections: Combined (Headset/Mic), Card Reader: microSD |
| Networking | Killer E3100G 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Controller (10/100/1000/2500MBit/s), Intel Killer Wi-Fi 7 BE1750W 320 MHz (BE200NGW) (b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/ac = Wi-Fi 5/ax = Wi-Fi 6/ Wi-Fi 6E 6 GHz be = Wi-Fi 7), Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Size | height x width x depth (in mm): 29.5 x 405 x 312 ( = 1.16 x 15.94 x 12.28 in) |
| Weight | 3.278 kg ( = 115.63 oz / 7.23 pounds), Power Supply: 1.226 kg ( = 43.25 oz / 2.7 pounds) |
| Display | 18.00 inch 16:10, 2560 x 1600 pixel 168 PPI, B180QAN01.2 (AUO45A8), Mini-LED, WQXGA, glossy: no, HDR, 250 Hz |
| Graphics adapter | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 Laptop GPU - 16 GB VRAM, Core: 1590 MHz, RAM: 2250 MHz, 175 W TDP, GDDR6, ForceWare 546.18, Optimus |
| Memory | 32 GB , 2x 16 GB SO-DIMM DDR5-5600, two slots (both in use) |
| Storage | 2048 |
| Mainboard | Intel HM770 (Raptor Lake-S PCH) |
| Soundcard | Intel Raptor Point-S PCH - HD Audio (Audio, Voice, Speech) |
| Additional features | Speakers: 2.0, Keyboard: Chiclet RGB, Keyboard Light: yes, 330 W Power Supply, Key Caps, Predator Sense, 24 Months Warranty |
| Links | Acer homepageAcer notebook section |
| Processor | Intel Core i9-14900HX 24c/32t, 8 x 5.8 GHz Intel Raptor Cove P-Core, 16 x 4.1 GHz Intel Gracemont E-Core, 157 W PL2 / Short Burst, 95 W PL1 / Sustained, Raptor Lake-HX Refresh |
| Operating System | Microsoft Windows 11 Home |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
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Common questions about the Predator Helios 18 (2024).
It remains a strong value in 2026 for power users who need high-end gaming or content creation performance, as its 2TB storage and 64GB RAM ensure longevity. The build quality and cooling system help maintain performance over time, justifying the investment.
The Acer Predator Helios 18 PH18-72-98MW is priced at AED 10499 in the UAE. It is available through authorized Acer retailers and major electronics stores across the country.
The Acer Predator Helios 18 PH18-72-98MW is priced at ₹274990 in India. It is available through Acer's official website and authorized dealers nationwide.
The laptop features a 1080p HD camera that delivers clear video quality in well-lit environments. It performs adequately for video calls but lacks advanced features like low-light optimization or facial recognition.
The battery lasts up to 5 hours under light usage such as web browsing or document work. Battery life drops significantly under gaming or heavy workload conditions.
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