Acer has used Computex 2026 in Taipei to present its broadest product refresh in recent memory, with more than a dozen new devices confirmed for the Australian market across gaming, consumer and commercial categories.
The lineup spans gaming laptops and handhelds, consumer and business notebooks, monitors, smart glasses and a streaming-only handheld device.
Australian pricing has been confirmed for the majority of products, with devices beginning to arrive from Q3 2026 and continuing through Q4. Prices range from AUD $299 for a portable monitor to AUD $11,999 for the flagship Predator Helios 18 AI gaming laptop.
Gaming: Predator Helios 18 AI
The Predator Helios 18 AI (PH18-I71) sits at the top of Acer’s gaming portfolio and carries an iF Design Award 2026. It is powered by an Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus processor with up to an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU carrying 24GB of GDDR7 VRAM. Both laptops in the gaming range feature Nvidia’s Blackwell-based RTX 50 Series GPUs with DLSS 4.5 support.
The Helios 18 AI can be configured with up to 256GB of DDR5 memory and 6TB of storage across three PCIe Gen 5 NVMe SSD slots. Its 18-inch Mini LED WQUXGA display reaches 1,000 nits in HDR mode with 100 per cent DCI-P3 coverage and Calman Verified colour accuracy. A Dual-Mode Display allows switching between 4K at 120 Hz and Full HD at 240 Hz.
Cooling is managed by dual 6th Gen Predator AeroBlade 3D fans, each with 100 metal blades at 0.05mm thickness, delivering a 20 per cent airflow increase over plastic fans. Audio comes from a patented six-speaker Predator Vox system with DTS:X Ultra processing.
Connectivity includes Intel Killer DoubleShot Pro (combining Wi-Fi 7 and Killer Ethernet), two Thunderbolt 5 ports and Predator MagKey 4.0 mechanical switches. The laptop weighs 3.5 KG with a 99 Wh battery.
The Predator Helios 18 AI will be available in Australia in Q4 2026 from AUD $11,999.
Gaming: Acer Nitro 16
The Acer Nitro 16 (AN16-A91) is the first Acer gaming laptop to feature AMD’s Ryzen 9 9955HX3D processor with 2nd Gen 3D V-Cache technology. It supports up to an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU with 12GB of GDDR7 VRAM.
The 16-inch display runs at up to WQXGA (2,560 x 1,600) resolution with up to 240 Hz refresh rate and 3ms response time. A dual-fan, quad-intake, quad-exhaust cooling system manages thermals. The laptop weighs 2.5 KG and carries a 92 Wh battery. Connectivity includes USB 4 and Wi-Fi 6E.
Australian availability and pricing for the Nitro 16 will be confirmed at a later date.
Gaming: Predator Atlas 8 Handheld
The Predator Atlas 8 (PA08-I51) marks Acer’s entry into handheld gaming PCs. It runs Intel’s new Arc G3 Extreme processor with up to Arc B390 graphics, supporting ray tracing and Intel XeSS 3 AI-powered upscaling.
The device features an 8-inch WUXGA 120 Hz touchscreen with 500 nits brightness, Corning Gorilla Glass Victus with DXC and variable refresh rate support. It carries an 80 Wh battery and weighs under 810 grams.
Acer has adapted its Predator AeroBlade cooling for the handheld, debuting what it describes as the first metal fan in a handheld gaming device, with 89 blades at 0.1mm thickness delivering up to a 10 per cent airflow increase. Hall-effect analog triggers with a dual-mode switch allow users to toggle between micro-switch and analog control profiles. PredatorSense system management software appears on a handheld for the first time.
Jerry Kao, Chief Operating Officer at Acer, described the design approach.
“With the Predator Atlas 8, we are combining the Predator design philosophy with the power of the new Intel Arc G-Series processors to blur the lines between gaming PC and handheld performance,” Kao remarked.
Jim Johnson, Senior Vice President and General Manager of the Client Computing Group at Intel, added context on the platform.
“Handheld gamers want PC-class performance without being tied to a desktop or charger,” Johnson explained. “By combining console-like accessibility with technologies like AI-powered XeSS 3 upscaling, we maximise performance and efficiency on the go.”
The Predator Atlas 8 will be available in Australia from late Q3/early Q4 2026. Pricing has not been confirmed.
Gaming: Acer Nitro Blaze Link
The Acer Nitro Blaze Link (GN772) takes a different approach to handheld gaming. Rather than running games locally, it functions as a streaming-only client that connects to an existing PC over Wi-Fi 6 and displays the game stream on a 7-inch WUXGA touchscreen.
Running Linux (Debian) with Sunshine and Moonlight streaming software, the device carries just 1GB of memory and 8GB of storage, reflecting its role as a thin client. At 464 grams with an 18 Wh battery, it is designed for around-the-home use, extending a gaming PC’s reach to another room without requiring a second system.
The Nitro Blaze Link will be available in Australia from late Q3/Q4 2026. Pricing has not been announced.
Gaming: Predator XB273K 3D Monitor
The Predator XB273K 3D is a 27-inch 4K IPS gaming monitor with an onboard AI model that converts standard 2D game content into 3D visuals using eye-tracking technology. The display runs at 3,840 x 2,160 at 180 Hz with 0.5ms response time, 400 nits brightness and 95 per cent DCI-P3 coverage.
The SpatialLabs 3D Hub app manages 3D settings and provides access to natively supported 3D titles. The monitor supports both AMD FreeSync Premium and Nvidia G-SYNC Compatible adaptive sync.
The Predator XB273K 3D will be available in Australia in Q4 2026 from AUD $2,499.
Consumer: Swift Air 14
The Swift Air 14 (SFA14-I31) targets students and everyday users with Intel Core Series 3 processors, up to 40 platform TOPS and a dedicated NPU delivering up to 17 TOPS. The all-aluminium chassis weighs 1.25 KG and measures 12.9mm thin, available in sage green, frost blue, blossom pink and lilac purple.
Battery life reaches up to 19 hours of video playback from a 70 Wh cell, with fast charging to 50 per cent in 30 minutes. The 14-inch WUXGA display runs at 120 Hz with 100 per cent sRGB coverage. Quad speakers with DTS X:Ultra provide spatial audio.
James Lin, General Manager of Notebooks at Acer Inc., outlined the positioning.
“This new laptop caters to the value the market needs, delivering advanced capabilities and AI features in an accessible laptop,” Lin remarked.
Josh Newman, General Manager and Vice President of Consumer PC in the Client Computing Group at Intel, noted the collaboration behind the device.
“The new Acer Swift Air 14 is a great example of how, through close collaboration with partners, we’re delivering devices that elevate the computing experience for students, families and small businesses.”
The Swift Air 14 will be available in Australia from Q3 2026 starting at AUD $1,399.
Consumer: Swift Spin 14 AI (Intel)
The Swift Spin 14 AI (SFSP14-I51T) introduces a 360-degree convertible design to the Swift line for the first time. Powered by up to an Intel Core Ultra 9 386H processor with up to 50 TOPS NPU performance and 100 platform TOPS, it qualifies as a Windows 11 Copilot+ PC.
Battery life extends to up to 26 hours of video playback from a 71 Wh cell. The aluminium chassis in platinum silver carries MIL-STD-810H certification and weighs 1.40 KG. The 14-inch WUXGA IPS display supports multi-touch and an optional Acer Active Stylus with Wacom AES 2.0 and 4,096 pressure levels.
Connectivity includes Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, dual Thunderbolt 4, dual USB Type-A and HDMI 2.1. A 5-megapixel IR camera with human presence detection and a biometric fingerprint reader support Windows Hello.
Australian availability and pricing for the Intel-powered Swift Spin 14 AI will be confirmed at a later date.
Consumer: Swift Spin 14 AI (Snapdragon)
Acer is also offering the Swift Spin 14 AI in a Snapdragon configuration (SFSP14-Q51T), powered by a Snapdragon X2 Elite or X2 Plus processor with up to 80 TOPS NPU performance. This variant is also a Windows 11 Copilot+ PC.
The Snapdragon model features a cobalt blue aluminium chassis with MIL-STD-810H certification, weighing 1.34 KG. It includes a bundled Acer Active Stylus 420 with Wacom AES 2.0 and a built-in stylus garage that charges the stylus for 100 minutes of use from a 30-second charge.
James Lin described the Snapdragon variant’s appeal.
“Snapdragon X2 Series processors deliver performance combined with a highly portable, convertible design,” Lin explained. “This laptop powered by Snapdragon is the engine for high-output achievers who demand speed, AI integrated processing and multi-day battery life.”
Nitin Kumar, Vice President of Product Management at Qualcomm Technologies, pointed to the breadth of the partnership.
“Acer’s announcements reflect the strength and breadth of the Snapdragon portfolio from AI experiences with the Snapdragon X2 Series to accessible, everyday computing with the new Snapdragon C Platform,” Kumar noted.
Battery life reaches up to 23 hours of video playback from a 65 Wh cell. Connectivity includes Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, dual USB4 Type-C, dual USB Type-A and HDMI 2.1.
The Snapdragon Swift Spin 14 AI will be available in Australia from Q3 2026 starting at AUD $2,999.
Consumer: Aspire Go 15
The Aspire Go 15 (AG15-Q31P) is the first laptop powered by Qualcomm’s new Snapdragon C processor, targeting the entry-level segment. It features a 15.6-inch Full HD display, up to 8GB of memory, 512GB of storage and Wi-Fi 6E. The 53 Wh battery supports all-day use.
The device uses 100 per cent recyclable packaging and incorporates post-consumer recycled plastic in the back cover (30 per cent) and power adapter (50 per cent). It meets Energy Star certification and EPEAT registration standards.
Australian availability and pricing for the Aspire Go 15 will be confirmed at a later date.
Displays: PM161Q JB Portable Monitor
The Acer PM161Q JB is a 15.6-inch IPS portable monitor running at Full HD resolution with a 60 Hz refresh rate. It connects via HDMI 1.4 or dual USB Type-C and supports a detachable pogo keyboard for creating a lightweight mobile workstation when paired with a smartphone.
The monitor includes VESA 75 x 75mm mounting and a quarter-inch tripod mount. It will be available in Australia in Q3 2026 from AUD $299.
Wearables: AR Vision GR0 And GI0 AI Glasses
The Acer AR Vision GR0 (GR100F) is a wired AR headset with dual micro OLED Full HD screens delivering a viewing experience comparable to a 172-inch display from 6 metres. It weighs 69 grams, supports 2D and 3D content and is compatible with Android, iOS and Windows. It will be available in Australia in Q3 2026 from AUD $999.
The Acer GI0 (GI100) is a pair of AI-powered glasses with a Google Gemini voice assistant, 12-megapixel camera, real-time translation and voice recording. It connects wirelessly via Bluetooth and Wi-Fi to a paired smartphone and weighs 46 grams. It will be available in Australia in Q3 2026 from AUD $599.
Business: TravelMate P6 14 AI
The TravelMate P6 14 AI is Acer’s flagship enterprise laptop, powered by Intel Core Ultra Series 3 processors with Intel vPro and delivering up to 150 TOPS of platform AI power. The carbon fibre and magnesium-aluminium chassis weighs as low as 0.96 KG in the OLED configuration.
Battery life reaches up to 30 hours of video playback from a 71 Wh cell with fast charging to 80 per cent in one hour. Display options include a 14-inch 3K OLED with 500 nits, 100 per cent DCI-P3 and Corning Gorilla Matte Pro glass. Security features include Intel vPro, Acer ProShield Plus, discrete TPM 2.0, an optional chassis intrusion alarm and Secured-core PC certification.
The TravelMate P6 14 AI will be available in Australia in Q4 2026 from AUD $5,899.
Business: TravelMate P2 Spin 14
The TravelMate P2 Spin 14 (TMP214RN-51) is a 2-in-1 convertible with Intel Core Series 3 processors, a 14-inch WUXGA touchscreen, garaged Wacom AES 2.0 stylus, dual cameras (including a world-facing 5-megapixel unit), Wi-Fi 7 and MIL-STD 810H certification. It will be available in Australia in Q4 2026 from AUD $2,999.
Business: TravelMate X2 14
The TravelMate X2 14 (TMX214-52) targets SMBs with Intel Core Series 3 processors, a 14-inch WUXGA display, MIL-STD 810H certification, discrete TPM 2.0 and Wi-Fi 6E. Optional EPEAT certification and recyclable packaging address sustainability procurement requirements. It will be available in Australia in Q4 2026 from AUD $2,699.
Australian Pricing Summary
Confirmed Australian prices for the Computex 2026 lineup are as follows: Predator Helios 18 AI from $11,999 (Q4); TravelMate P6 14 AI from $5,899 (Q4); TravelMate P2 Spin 14 from $2,999 (Q4); Swift Spin 14 AI (Snapdragon) from $2,999 (Q3); TravelMate X2 14 from $2,699 (Q4); Predator XB273K 3D from $2,499 (Q4); Swift Air 14 from $1,399 (Q3); AR Vision GR0 from $999 (Q3); GI0 AI glasses from $599 (Q3); and PM161Q JB portable monitor from $299 (Q3).
Pricing for the Predator Atlas 8, Nitro 16, Nitro Blaze Link, Intel Swift Spin 14 AI and Aspire Go 15 remains to be confirmed.