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product_id: 719572773
title: "acer Predator Helios-18 Gaming Laptop - 18\" 2.5K IPS 240Hz Display, Intel 24-Core i9-14900HX, GeForce RTX 4080, 64GB DDR5, 4TB SSD, Backlit KB, Wi-Fi 7, Windows 11 Pro, Lifetime Office, w/Drive"
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# Intel 24-Core i9-14900HX @ 5.8GHz NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 GPU 18" 2.5K IPS 240Hz Display acer Predator Helios-18 Gaming Laptop - 18" 2.5K IPS 240Hz Display, Intel 24-Core i9-14900HX, GeForce RTX 4080, 64GB DDR5, 4TB SSD, Backlit KB, Wi-Fi 7, Windows 11 Pro, Lifetime Office, w/Drive

**Brand:** acer
**Price:** 11117 zł
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🔥 Dominate Every Frame, Command Every Moment 🎮

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** acer Predator Helios-18 Gaming Laptop - 18" 2.5K IPS 240Hz Display, Intel 24-Core i9-14900HX, GeForce RTX 4080, 64GB DDR5, 4TB SSD, Backlit KB, Wi-Fi 7, Windows 11 Pro, Lifetime Office, w/Drive by acer
- **How much does it cost?** 11117 zł with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.pl](https://www.desertcart.pl/products/719572773-acer-predator-helios-18-gaming-laptop-18-2-5k-ips)

## Best For

- acer enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted acer brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Next-Level Graphics:** Dive into hyper-realistic worlds powered by the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 with DLSS 3.5, delivering jaw-dropping visuals and efficiency.
- • **Visuals that Dominate:** Experience ultra-smooth gameplay and stunning color accuracy on a massive 18" WQXGA 240Hz IPS display with 100% DCI-P3 coverage.
- • **Powerhouse Performance:** Unleash the beast with a cutting-edge 24-core Intel i9-14900HX processor, engineered for seamless multitasking, streaming, and high-FPS gaming.
- • **Customizable RGB Command Center:** Own your setup with per-key RGB backlighting and MagKey 3.0 swappable keys, plus an infinity mirror lighting bar that screams style and control.
- • **Future-Proof Connectivity & Cooling:** Stay ahead with blazing Wi-Fi 7 speeds over 5 Gbps and advanced thermal tech featuring dual AeroBlade 3D fans and liquid metal cooling for uninterrupted peak performance.

## Overview

The Acer Predator Helios-18 is a premium gaming laptop featuring an expansive 18" 2560x1600 240Hz IPS display, powered by a 24-core Intel i9-14900HX CPU and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 GPU. Equipped with 64GB DDR5 RAM and a massive 4TB SSD, it delivers exceptional speed and storage for gaming and creative workflows. Enhanced by per-key RGB lighting, advanced cooling solutions, Wi-Fi 7 connectivity, and Windows 11 Pro, this laptop is designed for professionals and gamers who demand top-tier performance and immersive visuals.

## Description

Statement:Original Seal is opened for upgrade ONLY. If the computer has modifications, then the manufacturer box is opened for it to be tested and inspected and to install the upgrades to achieve the specifications as advertisedBrand: acerSeries: Acer Predator Helios 18Processor Model: Intel i9-14900HXProcessor Cores: 24-coreOperating System: Windows 11 ProGPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080Graphics Type: DedicatedScreen Size: 18 InchScreen Resolution: 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)Refresh Rate: 240HzSystem Memory (RAM): Up to 64GBType of Memory (RAM): DDR5Storage Type: SSDTotal Storage Capacity: 1TB/2TB/4TB SSDWireless Networking: Wi-Fi 7Wireless Connectivity: BluetoothColor: Abyssal BlackStandard Ports:1 x Ethernet (RJ-45)1 x HDMI 2.13 x USB-A 3.2 Gen 22 x Thunderbolt 4.11 x Headphone / microphone combo jack (3.5mm)Dimensions L x W x H (inches): 15.91 x 12.29 x 1.07Product Weight: 7.17 pounds

Review: Great screen, great for gaming, heating issues can be easily fixed by undervolting. - Screen Quality: Excellent. 144 Hz, 1920 x 1080 pixels. Screen looks excellent for the price. Youtube and games look great on this screen. Big enough and completely suits all my needs for gaming and watching videos. A lot of laptops in the same price range only have a 60 Hz screen. While that's decent, the fact that this one is 144 Hz is pretty impressive. Battery Life: Meh. It isn't going to last very long even if you're just chillin' watching youtube videos or netflix. Gaming, it's definitely not going to last more than an hour or so. But I always have it plugged in, so I don't really care about this. However, you have to make sure it's in "better performance mode" and not "best performance mode" while doing hardcore gaming. When I put it all the way up to the best performance mode possible while gaming, my battery was actually slowly draining WHILE it was PLUGGED IN. The drain was slow, but it got down to about 94% after an hour or so. That's a bit lame. But after putting it in the proper mode and undervolting and such, there's no issue and it stays at 100%. This is just potential minor issue, but I think it's worth mentioning. Gaming: I can play GTA V at 60fps on ultra settings. League of legends on ultra settings at about 110 - 120 fps. Good enough for me. You should of course search up acer helios predator 300 gaming videos on youtube if you're curious how it performs in various games. It does much better than a PS4 pro. So I'm pleased. Every game I play nowadays, league, GTA, apex legends, etc, runs smoothly and at a high enough fps, so it's good enough for me personally. Cons: Space. You're going to want to spend money on purchasing and installing an extra 1TB or 2TB hard drive or SSD if you're a hardcore gamer like me. The built-in 256 GB SSD the laptop comes with is nice, but with the size of many major games nowadays, it's just not going to be enough for you. Thankfully my laptop came with the screws and stuff you need to install a second SSD, which is what I did. I dropped another 150$ on a second 1TB SSD. I've heard that some people had their "cage" missing that you need to install an SSD, and had to contact Acer to get one mailed to them for free. I was lucky enough to have a cage and screws included with mine. Overheating: Not a problem anymore since I undervolt mine and bought a cooling pad and it runs just fine and at safe temperatures, but if you haven't done either of these things I've heard that the laptop can potentially reach unsafe temperatures. ***You will likely have to go on youtube and watch a video or two on how to undervolt your computer so it doesn't overheat while gaming. After doing this I saw virtually no drop in performance but a humongous drop in heat while gaming, so it seems to have fixed everything. After undervolting, I'm able to play demanding games like GTA V on ultra while staying in the 55 - 60 degree Celsius range which I've heard is quite safe and optimal. But it's annoying to do all this if you're a computer noob and don't really want to learn how to do it. It'd be nice if the computer didn't have overheating issues in the first place. Before undervolting, I may have saw heat spikes of about 75 - 80 degrees Celsius while gaming. I am not an expert on computers and GPUs and CPUs and what temperatures they can safely handle for how many years and such. But I've heard people with this computer voice real concerns that their helios has reached 85 - 90 degrees or even higher under certain conditions. I can understand why that would make anyone nervous. That seems quite hot and is a definite issue. Learn to undervolt it a bit or reapply some thermal paste or both and everything should be peachy. I've had it for about a month and I'm quite pleased. I think the CPU and GPU in this laptop are quite good and the price is acceptable. Overall I'm pleased with my purchase and would definitely recommend to anyone getting into PC gaming.
Review: Good Gaming laptop for a Budget - Chances are you know a bit about computers if you've made your way through all of the laptop options to this guy. If you are new to buying computers, I will break down some of the specs, what they mean, and what I feel their value is. If not, scroll to the end for my final thoughts. For the new guys, here's the breakdown: SCREEN: 144hz IPS 1080p display. 144hz means you get 144 frames per second. Most laptop screens are going to get 60hz or nicer ones get 120hz. 144hz is fast. IPS displays are good for wide viewing angles and color production. I am surprised to see a 144hz IPS display on a gaming laptop because in the past, IPS were only used for graphic design. 1080p is Full HD, and is more than adequate for gaming on a 15 inch screen. 4k is kind of overkill especially for a budget. A 27inch 144hz IPS 1080p display goes for up to $300. I would estimate the value of this laptop's display at ~$150 GRAPHICS: Nvidia gtx1060. I wouldn't buy a laptop without a graphics card, and it has to be NVidia. The 1060 is a great value and is perfectly capable of handling games at 1080p. The 1070 and 1080 are more for 4k gaming and make them kind of overkill and not as budget friendly. The 1060 should be able to connect to a 4k tv and play games in 4k, but they would probably look better in higher settings in 1080p on that same 4k tv. A desktop gtx 1060 still goes for about $300. CPU: Intel i7-8750h. This is a beast. 6 cores with hyperthreading. It supports ultra HD resolutions without a graphics card. I won't bore you with all of the details about how beastly this is. Bottom line, it is a top of the line CPU. the desktop's i7-8700 goes for just over $300. a RAM: 16GB of ddr4 should suffice for just about anything. Leave a hundred screens open on your browser and play games while using photoshop. Who cares right?? You could get more but it would be overkill for a budget gaming machine. This much ram for a laptop sells for around $150 Storage: 256gb M.2 PCIe NVMe SSD. A lot of letters right? This is probably the fastest type of drive in the consumer market. Rather than a giant block in your laptop, this is a small card that goes in the motherboard. It is fast!!! No more PTSD every time you restart your computer. 256GB is enough for windows and several large programs like photoshop. I don't recommend this as a storage drive, only as an operating system/large program drive. That's where the problem lies. This is the only drive in the laptop. You can easily install a second drive in the bay on the bottom of the laptop. It takes 3 minutes. I would recommend a hard drive from western digital. The installed 256gb m.2 drive goes for $120. However, adding another drive adds $100, upping the price of the laptop to $1300 (its currently at $1200) Bells and whistles: 1 USB 3.1(type c), 1 USB 3.0, 2 USB 2.0, 1 HDMI 2.0, SD Card reader. (no thundercat port) HIgher end laptops have more bells and whistles like extra ports and fun other things. This comes with the basics, and most people won't need more than that. Keyboard: red backlight, side numpad. Can't change the colors. Kind of basic keyboard. This saves on overall cost of the laptop and its a bell or whistle I can live without. FINAL THOUGHTS: Adding up the assumed monetary value of the Display ($150), GPU($300), CPU($300), RAM($150), and Storage($120), We have a base value of $1020. I can't easily estimate the motherboard, battery, laptop shell, power cord, and other small parts, but assuming all those other parts add up to ~$300, that makes the value of this laptop around $1300. It sells for $1200 so it is a good value. Biggest selling point in price range: Other similarly priced laptops offer similar specs, but not many can boast of having that 144hz IPS display. Some competitors are at 120hz which isn't anything to scoff at. The M.2 NVMe is a must if you are considering other competitors. Other than that, most laptops in this pool offer the same general specs (CPU, GPU, RAM) CONCERNS: Audio: Audio kind of sucks. If you hold the speakers towards you, they sound fine, but they aren't even close to ear level so all the sound is getting muffled by your lap. I usually use my headphones, but there are also a lot of bluetooth speaker options nowadays. Materials: The case is solid. Parts of it are metal and other parts are plastic. Oils from your fingers show up very well all over the laptop. Wear vinyl gloves when playing games (jk don't). You may have to clean it often. Overheating: All gaming laptops will get hot. In fact most other laptops I considered buying were criticized heavily for getting too darn hot. The ones that weren't criticized for that were criticized for breaking at the hinges. I purchased this one because it was reviewed as being sturdy and cooler than other gaming laptops. I haven't had any specific problems with this laptop, but others have suggested boosting the fan if in a hardcore gaming session. Invest in a cooling pad. It should be very hard to overheat this laptop to the point of failure.

## Features

- 𝑺𝒖𝒑𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒐𝒓 𝑷𝒆𝒓𝒇𝒐𝒓𝒎𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒆💻The Intel Core i9-14900HX processor features newly optimized hybrid architecture and industry-leading technology that enables you to go beyond gaming and creation. With a first-of-its-kind design, you get the performance you need to play, record and stream games with high FPS and effortlessly switch to heavy multitasking workloads like video, music, and photo editing.
- 𝑺𝒕𝒂𝒓𝒕 𝒀𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝑬𝒏𝒈𝒊𝒏𝒆𝒔💻Discover peak gaming visuals with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 graphics. Immerse yourself in vivid detail and unmatched efficiency, boosted by DLSS 3.5 technology. Dive into the neon landscape with the mesmerizing Predator logo and infinity mirror lighting bar showcasing dynamic RGB lighteffects. This laptop is a performance powerhouse and visual masterpiece, paired with per-key RGB customization and a separate zone for the MagKey 3.0 WASD keys.
- 𝑻𝒓𝒖𝒔𝒕 𝒀𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝑬𝒚𝒆𝒔💻Explore a vast illuminated panorama with an 16:10 aspect ratio. The 18" WQXGA 240Hz Refresh Rate, screen operates at a rapid 240Hz refresh, shining with a brilliant 500 nits luminosity and DCI-P3 100% color gamut. Alongside the suite of features from NVIDIA G-SYNC and NVIDIA Advanced Optimus, you're guaranteed that whatever's on-screen is a distinct viewing delight.
- 𝑷𝒆𝒂𝒌 𝑷𝒆𝒓𝒇𝒐𝒓𝒎𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒆 𝑨𝒔𝒔𝒖𝒓𝒆𝒅💻Discover tactile finesse with our advanced swappable MagKey 3.0. MagClick delivers distinctive tactile feedback, and MagSpeed combines rapid imagery with brilliant LED glow from below, enhance your WASD realm. Our advanced thermal solutions, driven by dual 5th Gen AeroBlade 3D fans combined with precision-applied liquid metal thermal grease and vector heat pipes, guarantee that your gaming or editing session remains at peak performance.
- 𝑨𝑰-𝑨𝒔𝒔𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒆𝒅 𝑵𝒐𝒊𝒔𝒆 𝑹𝒆𝒅𝒖𝒄𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏💻Engage in fluid gaming with Wi-Fi 7, boasting rapid channels in both 6 GHz and 5 GHz spectra, over 5 Gbps transfer rates, and significantly reduced latencies. Dive deep into AR, VR, and 8K playback, backed by state-of-the-art encryption and minimized interference.Elevate your team coordination using Purified.Voice 2.0. Enjoy the convenience and security of Windows 11 Pro, which offers a modern and user-friendly interface.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0F43HJS1L |
| Best Sellers Rank | #189,197 in Computers & Accessories ( See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories ) #33,806 in Traditional Laptop Computers |
| Brand | acer |
| Card Description | Dedicated |
| Chipset Brand | NVIDIA |
| Color | Black |
| Computer Memory Type | DDR5 RAM |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (2,231) |
| Date First Available | April 8, 2025 |
| Graphics Coprocessor | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 |
| Hard Drive | 4 TB SSD |
| Hard Drive Interface | Solid State |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 15.91 x 1.07 x 12.29 inches |
| Item Weight | 7.17 pounds |
| Item model number | Acer Predator Helios 18 |
| Max Screen Resolution | 2560x1600 Pixels |
| Number of Processors | 24 |
| Number of USB 3.0 Ports | 3 |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Pro |
| Optical Drive Type | No |
| Processor | 5.8 GHz core_i9 |
| Processor Brand | Intel |
| Product Dimensions | 15.91 x 1.07 x 12.29 inches |
| RAM | DDR5 |
| Screen Resolution | 2560 x 1600 pixels |
| Series | Acer Predator Helios 18 |
| Standing screen display size | 18 Inches |
| Wireless Type | 802.11.be |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** acer
- **CPU Model:** Core i9
- **Color:** Black
- **Graphics Card Description:** Dedicated
- **Hard Disk Size:** 4 TB
- **Model Name:** Acer Predator Helios 18
- **Operating System:** Windows 11 Pro
- **Ram Memory Installed Size:** 64 GB
- **Screen Size:** 18 Inches
- **Special Feature:** Backlit Keyboard

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great screen, great for gaming, heating issues can be easily fixed by undervolting.
*by B***2 on May 9, 2019*

Screen Quality: Excellent. 144 Hz, 1920 x 1080 pixels. Screen looks excellent for the price. Youtube and games look great on this screen. Big enough and completely suits all my needs for gaming and watching videos. A lot of laptops in the same price range only have a 60 Hz screen. While that's decent, the fact that this one is 144 Hz is pretty impressive. Battery Life: Meh. It isn't going to last very long even if you're just chillin' watching youtube videos or netflix. Gaming, it's definitely not going to last more than an hour or so. But I always have it plugged in, so I don't really care about this. However, you have to make sure it's in "better performance mode" and not "best performance mode" while doing hardcore gaming. When I put it all the way up to the best performance mode possible while gaming, my battery was actually slowly draining WHILE it was PLUGGED IN. The drain was slow, but it got down to about 94% after an hour or so. That's a bit lame. But after putting it in the proper mode and undervolting and such, there's no issue and it stays at 100%. This is just potential minor issue, but I think it's worth mentioning. Gaming: I can play GTA V at 60fps on ultra settings. League of legends on ultra settings at about 110 - 120 fps. Good enough for me. You should of course search up acer helios predator 300 gaming videos on youtube if you're curious how it performs in various games. It does much better than a PS4 pro. So I'm pleased. Every game I play nowadays, league, GTA, apex legends, etc, runs smoothly and at a high enough fps, so it's good enough for me personally. Cons: Space. You're going to want to spend money on purchasing and installing an extra 1TB or 2TB hard drive or SSD if you're a hardcore gamer like me. The built-in 256 GB SSD the laptop comes with is nice, but with the size of many major games nowadays, it's just not going to be enough for you. Thankfully my laptop came with the screws and stuff you need to install a second SSD, which is what I did. I dropped another 150$ on a second 1TB SSD. I've heard that some people had their "cage" missing that you need to install an SSD, and had to contact Acer to get one mailed to them for free. I was lucky enough to have a cage and screws included with mine. Overheating: Not a problem anymore since I undervolt mine and bought a cooling pad and it runs just fine and at safe temperatures, but if you haven't done either of these things I've heard that the laptop can potentially reach unsafe temperatures. ***You will likely have to go on youtube and watch a video or two on how to undervolt your computer so it doesn't overheat while gaming. After doing this I saw virtually no drop in performance but a humongous drop in heat while gaming, so it seems to have fixed everything. After undervolting, I'm able to play demanding games like GTA V on ultra while staying in the 55 - 60 degree Celsius range which I've heard is quite safe and optimal. But it's annoying to do all this if you're a computer noob and don't really want to learn how to do it. It'd be nice if the computer didn't have overheating issues in the first place. Before undervolting, I may have saw heat spikes of about 75 - 80 degrees Celsius while gaming. I am not an expert on computers and GPUs and CPUs and what temperatures they can safely handle for how many years and such. But I've heard people with this computer voice real concerns that their helios has reached 85 - 90 degrees or even higher under certain conditions. I can understand why that would make anyone nervous. That seems quite hot and is a definite issue. Learn to undervolt it a bit or reapply some thermal paste or both and everything should be peachy. I've had it for about a month and I'm quite pleased. I think the CPU and GPU in this laptop are quite good and the price is acceptable. Overall I'm pleased with my purchase and would definitely recommend to anyone getting into PC gaming.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good Gaming laptop for a Budget
*by G***S on September 30, 2018*

Chances are you know a bit about computers if you've made your way through all of the laptop options to this guy. If you are new to buying computers, I will break down some of the specs, what they mean, and what I feel their value is. If not, scroll to the end for my final thoughts. For the new guys, here's the breakdown: SCREEN: 144hz IPS 1080p display. 144hz means you get 144 frames per second. Most laptop screens are going to get 60hz or nicer ones get 120hz. 144hz is fast. IPS displays are good for wide viewing angles and color production. I am surprised to see a 144hz IPS display on a gaming laptop because in the past, IPS were only used for graphic design. 1080p is Full HD, and is more than adequate for gaming on a 15 inch screen. 4k is kind of overkill especially for a budget. A 27inch 144hz IPS 1080p display goes for up to $300. I would estimate the value of this laptop's display at ~$150 GRAPHICS: Nvidia gtx1060. I wouldn't buy a laptop without a graphics card, and it has to be NVidia. The 1060 is a great value and is perfectly capable of handling games at 1080p. The 1070 and 1080 are more for 4k gaming and make them kind of overkill and not as budget friendly. The 1060 should be able to connect to a 4k tv and play games in 4k, but they would probably look better in higher settings in 1080p on that same 4k tv. A desktop gtx 1060 still goes for about $300. CPU: Intel i7-8750h. This is a beast. 6 cores with hyperthreading. It supports ultra HD resolutions without a graphics card. I won't bore you with all of the details about how beastly this is. Bottom line, it is a top of the line CPU. the desktop's i7-8700 goes for just over $300. a RAM: 16GB of ddr4 should suffice for just about anything. Leave a hundred screens open on your browser and play games while using photoshop. Who cares right?? You could get more but it would be overkill for a budget gaming machine. This much ram for a laptop sells for around $150 Storage: 256gb M.2 PCIe NVMe SSD. A lot of letters right? This is probably the fastest type of drive in the consumer market. Rather than a giant block in your laptop, this is a small card that goes in the motherboard. It is fast!!! No more PTSD every time you restart your computer. 256GB is enough for windows and several large programs like photoshop. I don't recommend this as a storage drive, only as an operating system/large program drive. That's where the problem lies. This is the only drive in the laptop. You can easily install a second drive in the bay on the bottom of the laptop. It takes 3 minutes. I would recommend a hard drive from western digital. The installed 256gb m.2 drive goes for $120. However, adding another drive adds $100, upping the price of the laptop to $1300 (its currently at $1200) Bells and whistles: 1 USB 3.1(type c), 1 USB 3.0, 2 USB 2.0, 1 HDMI 2.0, SD Card reader. (no thundercat port) HIgher end laptops have more bells and whistles like extra ports and fun other things. This comes with the basics, and most people won't need more than that. Keyboard: red backlight, side numpad. Can't change the colors. Kind of basic keyboard. This saves on overall cost of the laptop and its a bell or whistle I can live without. FINAL THOUGHTS: Adding up the assumed monetary value of the Display ($150), GPU($300), CPU($300), RAM($150), and Storage($120), We have a base value of $1020. I can't easily estimate the motherboard, battery, laptop shell, power cord, and other small parts, but assuming all those other parts add up to ~$300, that makes the value of this laptop around $1300. It sells for $1200 so it is a good value. Biggest selling point in price range: Other similarly priced laptops offer similar specs, but not many can boast of having that 144hz IPS display. Some competitors are at 120hz which isn't anything to scoff at. The M.2 NVMe is a must if you are considering other competitors. Other than that, most laptops in this pool offer the same general specs (CPU, GPU, RAM) CONCERNS: Audio: Audio kind of sucks. If you hold the speakers towards you, they sound fine, but they aren't even close to ear level so all the sound is getting muffled by your lap. I usually use my headphones, but there are also a lot of bluetooth speaker options nowadays. Materials: The case is solid. Parts of it are metal and other parts are plastic. Oils from your fingers show up very well all over the laptop. Wear vinyl gloves when playing games (jk don't). You may have to clean it often. Overheating: All gaming laptops will get hot. In fact most other laptops I considered buying were criticized heavily for getting too darn hot. The ones that weren't criticized for that were criticized for breaking at the hinges. I purchased this one because it was reviewed as being sturdy and cooler than other gaming laptops. I haven't had any specific problems with this laptop, but others have suggested boosting the fan if in a hardcore gaming session. Invest in a cooling pad. It should be very hard to overheat this laptop to the point of failure.

### ⭐⭐ Review
*by Y***G on July 10, 2019*

"Gaming"... 144hz screen but Overwatch in low resolution (full low) drop 2 or 3 times per game at 30fps during 10sec... 20 degrees in my room so it's not the weather... Was sceptical to buy Acer. First and last time.

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