Key Takeaways
- Acer has announced the Predator Triton 14 AI, a compact and powerful new laptop generating significant buzz.
- It features high-end components like an Intel Core Ultra 9 chip, up to an RTX 5070 GPU, and an advanced OLED display.
- Innovative features include a unique graphene cooling system and a haptic touchpad with stylus support.
- A more budget-friendly alternative, the Predator Helios Neo 14 AI, offers similar core specs with a different design.
- While US prices are still under wraps, European pricing suggests the Triton 14 AI will be a premium device.
Acer is turning heads with its latest announcements, particularly with a standout new laptop: the Predator Triton 14 AI. This machine is quickly becoming one of the year’s most eagerly awaited devices.
Despite its slim profile, weighing around 3.5 pounds and just 0.68 inches thick, the Predator Triton 14 AI packs a punch. It’s designed to be more than just a gaming laptop, blending a sleek look with a host of impressive features.
Under the hood, you can find up to an Intel Core Ultra 9 288V processor, a hefty 32GB of RAM, and 2TB of solid-state storage. For graphics, it can be equipped with up to an RTX 5070 GPU.
Acer has paid special attention to cooling. The Triton 14 AI uses new sixth-generation AeroBlade fans made of metal, a vapor chamber, and, notably, what Acer claims is the world’s first use of graphene thermal materials in a laptop. This, according to Engadget, could boost thermal capacity significantly.
The display is another highlight: a 2,880 x 1,800 OLED screen with a 120Hz refresh rate. It’s Calman Verified for color accuracy, covers the full DCI-P3 spectrum, and is touch-enabled – a rarity in gaming laptops.
Content creators will appreciate the new haptic touchpad. Covered in Gorilla Glass, it supports a stylus (which comes included) with 4,096 levels of pressure sensitivity, effectively turning the trackpad into a mini drawing tablet.
Acer has also integrated smart AI-powered features. The 1080p IR webcam can detect your presence, automatically locking the laptop when you step away or dimming the screen if you look elsewhere to deter prying eyes. Even the screen and deck have an anti-fingerprint coating.
Connectivity is robust, with Wi-Fi 7, two USB-C ports (one being Thunderbolt 4), two USB-A ports, a headphone jack, a microSD card reader, and a full-size HDMI 2.1 port. And yes, it has per-key RGB lighting.
Official US pricing for the Predator Triton 14 AI hasn’t been released yet, potentially due to tariff considerations. However, European pricing starts at 2,999 euros, indicating it will be a premium offering.
For those seeking a more affordable option, Acer is also launching the Predator Helios Neo 14 AI. It shares the same impressive display and similar Intel Core Ultra 9 chip, with GPU options up to an RTX 5070.
The Helios Neo 14 AI features a different, slightly bulkier chassis with a noticeable thermal shelf, Wi-Fi 6E, and older fan technology. Its European starting price is 1,699 euros, making it a more accessible choice.
Beyond gaming, the Predator Triton 14 AI looks poised to be an excellent machine for demanding tasks like video editing. Both the Triton 14 AI and the Helios Neo 14 AI are expected to launch later this summer.
