{"product_id":"acer-predator-helios-neo-16-ai-gaming-laptop-intel-ultra-9-290hx-rtx-5070-8gb-black","title":"Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI Gaming Laptop - Intel Ultra 9 290HX, RTX 5070 8GB - Black","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlagship AI gaming performance | WQXGA 180Hz display | RTX 5070 GDDR7 graphics | Intel Killer networking | 36-month warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Specs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDominate every session with the Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 8GB GDDR7 graphics — raw power built for the most demanding titles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExperience breathtaking clarity on a 16-inch WQXGA 2560 x 1600 IPS display with a fluid 180Hz refresh rate and 100% sRGB colour gamut.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStay ahead of the competition with Intel Killer Wi-Fi 6E and 2.5G Killer Ethernet for lag-minimising, high-speed connectivity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommand every keystroke on a FineTip RGB-backlit keyboard with a dedicated PredatorSense key and independent numeric keypad.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBack every session with a 92 Wh battery and a 330 W AC adapter, keeping you powered through extended play.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUnleash Next-Generation AI Gaming Power\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI is engineered for the discerning South African gamer who refuses to compromise. At its core sits the Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus processor paired with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 8GB GDDR7 graphics card — a combination that tears through the most demanding modern titles and creative workloads with ruthless efficiency. Backed by 16 GB of DDR5 memory running at up to 6400 MT\/s and a 1 TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD, the Helios Neo 16 AI is a gaming laptop built to dominate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA Display That Pulls You Into the Fight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTired of missing critical details because your display can't keep up? The 16-inch WQXGA panel — delivering a crisp 2560 x 1600 resolution across a 16:10 aspect ratio — renders every environment with exceptional depth and sharpness. At 180Hz, motion is silky smooth and screen tear becomes a thing of the past, giving you the visual edge to react faster and spot enemies before they spot you. The 100% sRGB colour gamut ensures every scene is rendered with vivid, true-to-life colour fidelity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNetworking Built to Win, Not to Wait\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLag is the enemy of victory. The Helios Neo 16 AI arms you with Intel Killer Wi-Fi 6E — covering 2.4GHz, 5GHz, and 6GHz bands with 2x2 MU-MIMO technology — alongside Killer Ethernet E3100G 2.5G wired networking. Killer DoubleShot Pro and Advanced Stream Detect 2.0 intelligently prioritise game traffic so your connection stays fast and stable when it matters most.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA Machine Built for the Long Haul\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Predator Helios Neo 16 AI doesn't just perform — it endures. A 92 Wh four-cell Li-ion battery keeps you off the wall for up to 5 hours, while the 330 W AC adapter ensures rapid recovery when you plug back in. The FineTip RGB-backlit keyboard with 2.0 mm key travel, dedicated PredatorSense key, programmable Acer My Key, and a moisture-resistant precision touchpad mean every input is intentional and responsive. Add Thunderbolt 4, USB 3.2 Gen 2, HDMI 2.1, and a full suite of ports, and you have a system that connects to your entire battle station without compromise. The 36-month warranty backs every session with the confidence it deserves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScreen Size: 16-inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResolution: WQXGA 2560 x 1600\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePanel Refresh Rate: 180Hz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProcessor: Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMemory: 16GB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStorage: 1024GB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGraphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 8GB GDDR7\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperating System: Windows 11 Home\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery Capacity: 92Wh\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClaimed Battery Life: 5 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 2700g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBacklit Keyboard: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTouchscreen: No\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWi-Fi Standard: Wi-Fi 6E (802.11 a\/b\/g\/n\/ac\/ax)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColour: Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarranty: 36 months\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct Dimensions: 35.6 x 27.5 x 1.3 ~ 2.3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"ACER","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":52674799534212,"sku":"NH.U42EA.003","price":49999.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1014\/5028\/5188\/files\/NH_U42EA_003_Acer_Predator_HELIOS_NEO_16_AI_Gaming_La_wr_01.png?v=1787242499","url":"https:\/\/stellart.co.za\/products\/acer-predator-helios-neo-16-ai-gaming-laptop-intel-ultra-9-290hx-rtx-5070-8gb-black","provider":"Stellar Technologies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}