Acer Unveils New Predator 15 and 17, its Most Powerful Gaming Notebooks Ever

Editors’ Summary

· Acer’s new Predator gaming notebooks feature the 6^thGen Intel® Core™ i7-6700HQ processor[1], NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX980 graphics, up to 32GB of DDR4 memory and enterprise level 512GB[2]NVMePCIe solid state drives

· Killer DoubleShot™ Pro allows Ethernet and Wi-Fi connections to work together for the ultimate high-speed attack

· Unique Predator FrostCore triple fan design dissipates heat and keeps the notebooks running cool and quiet

· The new notebooks also feature the Acer PredatorSense gaming control panel, allowing gamers to customize the keyboard’s lighting and control gaming features with programmable keys

· Predator SoundPound delivers a combination of stellar audio features including up to four built-in speakers and two subwoofers for 12 watts of crystal clear audio and rich bass

BERLIN, GERMANY(September 2, 2015) Today Acer took the wraps off its highly anticipated line of Predator gaming notebooks. Designed for those with a need for speed, the Predator 15 and Predator 17 gaming notebooks combine powerful 6^th GenIntel® Core™ processors with high-performance NVIDIA® GeForce® graphics, fast DDR4 memory, PCIe solid state drives, advanced cooling and stellar audio capabilities. Sporting red accents and a black chassis with geometric lines and soft texture coating for extra grip, the Predator notebooks are ready to tackle any challenge.

Full Throttle Acceleration

For extreme performance, all models include the 6^th Gen Intel Core i7-6700HQ processor, while select models feature NVIDIA GeForce GTX980 graphics, up to 32GB of DDR4 memory and enterprise level 512GB NVMePCIe solid state drives², which can transfer a 10GB movie within 4 seconds. In addition, full USB 3.1 Type-C support allows the ultra-fast transfer of files, movies, songs and photos between external storage devices.

“The Predator notebook PCs from Acer will offer gamers an incredible experience,” said Kirk Skaugen, Intel senior vice president and general manager, Client Computing Group. “Powered by the new 6th Gen Intel Core processor, our best processor ever, Predator notebook PCs deliver the performance needed for a fun, immersive and powerful mobile gaming experience.”

Preventing game lag and missed opportunities, Acer Predator notebooks include Killer DoubleShot Pro, which allows Ethernet and Wi-Fi connections to work together for the ultimate high-speed attack. The Killer Network Manager determines the attributes of each link and determines which apps should run on each connection.

“For gamers, the difference between winning and losing is often only a fraction of a second,” said Michael Cubbage, CEO at Rivet Networks. “Like Acer, Killer is dedicated to helping gamers win by providing the fastest and the most powerful gaming experiences. The all new Predator 15 and 17 notebooks from Acer are designed from ground up to give gamers the edge.”

The Predator 15 notebook line includes models with 15.6-inch Full HD or 4K (3840×2160) Ultra HD panels. The Predator 17 notebooks feature 17.3-inch Full HD displays. Both lines support up to three displays including one NVIDIA G-SYNC™ monitor for the ultimate in gaming visuals and realism.

Triple Fan Design Keeps it Cool

For extreme gamers who need to keep their notebook operating at lower temperatures, Predator FrostCore allows them to further enhance their notebook’s performance as needed. It consists of a swappable Cooler Master® fan module, exclusive to Acer, which can be inserted into the notebook’s optical disk drive bay to cool down intense gaming sessions.

Acer’s dust protection system, Predator DustDefender, uses dual high-speed fans with reverse rotation to remove dust build-up, improve heat dissipation and minimize noise. The fan blades utilize an ingenious dust propelling mechanism at an extremely high speed to vastly improve air flow around high-performance components. By removing dust and maintaining a cool temperature, Predator DustDefender ensures performance is consistent, enhances user comfort and extends the notebook’s lifespan.

Lastly, the CoolBoost app allows for custom adjustments to the fans’ airflow. A Turbo Mode option delivers maximum fan speed and cooling power when heavy use requires an added boost.

PredatorSense Gaming Control Panel

The new notebooks also feature the PredatorSense gaming control panel, which provides customization and control of gaming features, including macro programmable keys for up to 15 in-game shortcuts and adjustable lighting controls. The Predator ProZone backlit keyboard is divided into four lighting zones which can be lit or dimmed individually and features a programmable key. In addition, a dedicated physical key allows gamers to lock both the Windows key and touchpad quickly to prevent accidental invoking.

Predator SoundPound

Acer cranks up the entertainment value with SoundPound, a combination of stellar audio features. Predator 17 models feature SoundPound 4.2, which includes four built-in speakers and two subwoofers, delivering 12 watts of sound, while Predator 15 models feature SoundPound 2.1, which includes two speakers and one subwoofer, for six watts of sound. In addition, Dolby® Audio™ surround sound enhances the overall sound quality, while both notebooks support studio quality headphones of up to 600 Ohm (600Ω) impedance.

Pricing and Availability

The Acer Predator 15 and Predator 17 notebook lines, shipping with Windows 10, will be available in North America in November with prices starting at US$1,499.⁹⁹ for the Predator 15 and starting at $1,599.⁹⁹ for the Predator 17. They will also be available in EMEA in Novemberwith prices starting at €1,599 for the Predator 15 andstarting at €1,799 for the Predator 17. In China, they will be available in October with prices starting at ¥16,999.

Exact specifications, prices, and availability will vary by region. To find out about availability, product specifications and prices in specific markets, please contact your nearest Acer office or retailer via www.acer.com.

The new products were unveiled today at the next@acer press event at IFA Berlin in Germany, where the company announced its latest devices and solutions for gamers and consumers for the holiday season. Visit Acer’s booth at IFA 2015 in Messe Berlin (Hall 12/101) or learn about the new product range onacer.com/predator.

.

About Acer

Established in 1976, Acer is a hardware + software + services company dedicated to the research, design, marketing, sale, and support of innovative products that enhance people’s lives. Acer’s product offerings include PCs, displays, projectors, servers, tablets, smartphones, and wearables. The company is also developing cloud solutions to bring together the Internet of Things. Acer employs 7,000 people and ranks No. 4 for total PCs globally (IDC 2014). Revenues for 2014 reached US$10.39billion. Please visit www.acer.com for more information.

© 2015Acer Inc. All rights reserved. Acer and the Acer logo are registered trademarks of Acer Inc. Other trademarks, registered trademarks, and/or service marks, indicated or otherwise, are the property of their respective owners.