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Geek Culture
10-06-2025
- Geek Culture
4 Ways The Predator Helios Neo 16 AI Levels Up The Laptop Gaming Experience
When it comes to intensive bouts of gaming or competitive battles in esports tournaments, having a powerful rig outfitted with the latest hardware is crucial for running today's increasingly demanding AAA titles smoothly, ensuring the highest levels of immersion but also maintaining the competitive edge against other players. To provide an uncompromised enthusiast gaming experience in a compact but powerful package, Predator's latest portable gaming beast, the Predator Helios Neo 16 AI, packs in everything an aspiring gamer needs as an effective desktop substitute. Here are four ways the Predator Helios Neo 16 AI serves as a game-changer for heavyweight gaming on the go. It all begins under the hood with powerful GPU and CPU options – the backbone of any gaming experience. As a portable device, a gaming laptop needs a beefy GPU to handle all the latest graphically intensive titles, and the Predator Helios Neo 16 AI packs it all in. Equipped with NVIDIA's latest GeForce RTX 5070 Ti GPU powered by the newest Blackwell architecture for advanced generative AI and accelerated computing, the laptop provides an elevated AI-powered gaming experience with 992 AI TOPS (Trillions of Operations Per Second). Harnessing the power of its NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50 series GPU, gamers can also enjoy a suite of advanced NVIDIA features, including: DLSS 4 : A super sampling technology that constructs high-quality images from a lower-resolution base for a boost in both performance and visual quality, and with its new transformer-based AI model, significantly improves image quality over DLSS 3, especially in motion, with better stability and detail retention. : A super sampling technology that constructs high-quality images from a lower-resolution base for a boost in both performance and visual quality, and with its new transformer-based AI model, significantly improves image quality over DLSS 3, especially in motion, with better stability and detail retention. DLSS 4 Multi-Frame Generation : Uses AI to generate up to three additional frames per rendered frame, providing a massive boost to FPS by up to eight times compared to traditional brute-force rendering, and taking Portal with RTX as an example, GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPUs multiply frame rates on its Ultra preset with Ray Tracing on by more than six times, from 35fps to 212fps. DLSS 4 with Multi Frame Generation is also supported by over 125 games, including highly anticipated upcoming offerings like Crimson Desert , Wuchang: Fallen Feathers and FBC: Firebreak . : Uses AI to generate up to three additional frames per rendered frame, providing a massive boost to FPS by up to eight times compared to traditional brute-force rendering, and taking as an example, GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPUs multiply frame rates on its Ultra preset with Ray Tracing on by more than six times, from 35fps to 212fps. DLSS 4 with Multi Frame Generation is also supported by over 125 games, including highly anticipated upcoming offerings like , and . Ray Reconstruction : Use a supercomputer-trained AI network to generate higher-quality pixels between sampled rays, enhancing image quality while improving the performance of ray-traced scenes. : Use a supercomputer-trained AI network to generate higher-quality pixels between sampled rays, enhancing image quality while improving the performance of ray-traced scenes. Blackwell Max-Q : A suite of AI-powered technologies that optimise laptops, such as providing optimal power delivery between the GPU and CPU, boosting battery life, or automatically configuring game settings based on hardware specifications. : A suite of AI-powered technologies that optimise laptops, such as providing optimal power delivery between the GPU and CPU, boosting battery life, or automatically configuring game settings based on hardware specifications. Reflex 2: Optimises game rendering across the GPU and CPU to reduce PC latency and improve responsiveness. To complement its potent GPU, the Predator Helios Neo 16 AI is outfitted with an equally powerful Intel Core Ultra 9 processor 275HX, featuring impressive mobile performance with up to 24 cores (8 P-cores and 16 E-cores), 24 threads and a max clock speed of 5.4 GHz. As a PC offering artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities through a neural processing unit (NPU), the CPU takes advantage of its performance hybrid architecture to combine its P-cores and E-cores, further enhancing multitasking capabilities. When gaming, and especially for more graphically intense titles, a system can run hot, which is why the laptop is equipped with advanced cooling technologies, led by a 5th Gen AeroBlade 3D fan setup, consisting of 89 ultra-thin 0.08mm blades and a wind guiding structure for increased airflow performance, effectively redirecting air to cool down crucial components when under intense usage scenarios. This, combined with other thermal solutions like advanced liquid metal thermal grease on the CPU, which provides higher thermal conductivity than the market competition, vector heat pipes and strategically placed intake and exhaust ports, ensures that the system stays cool under pressure, improving both performance and longevity while maintaining user comfort. A gaming device needs more than impressive hardware to stand out from the crowd, and the Predator Helios Neo 16 AI also comes with innovative software to complement its graphical prowess. For streamers, esports pros or those who simply want the best out of their multiplayer gaming sessions, the laptop is outfitted with the Acer Purified Voice 2.0, which harnesses the power of AI and a three-microphone setup to identify and eliminate unwanted background noise for both speakers and listeners, providing crystal-clear voice quality even during the most chaotic bouts of multiplayer gaming. Acer's innovations don't just end at improving performance, but extend to utility too, with the PredatorSense 5.0 app allowing users to monitor and personalise their laptop experience, managing RGB lighting, fan speeds and more in a single convenient location, enabling them to swap system presets on the fly to suit any usage scenario for maximum flexibility. With its portable size measuring 356.78 x 275.5 x 26.75 mm, the Predator Helios Neo 16 AI doesn't skimp on its hardware features, boasting a 16-inch WQXGA resolution (2560 x 1600) IPS display with a smooth 240Hz refresh rate, enabling the lightning-fast response times lauded by esports enthusiasts and giving players an edge over the competition. For the extra leg up in multiplayer competitive gaming, the laptop also comes equipped with Killer Wi-Fi 6 1675i and Killer Ethernet E2600, making use of the Intel Killer DoubleShot Pro software to automatically switch high-priority traffic to the fastest connection type while leaving standard traffic for the slow connection, ensuring the most reliable link in latency-sensitive situations like online gaming matches. As the final cherry on top, gaming enthusiasts can get right into the game without breaking the bank. The Predator Helios Neo 16 AI is available now from S$2,699 (with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060). It is available at Best Denki, Challenger, CH2, Courts, Gain City, Harvey Norman, Amazon, Lazada, Shopee and the Acer e-store. Kevin is a reformed PC Master Race gamer with a penchant for franchise 'duds' like Darksiders III and Dead Space 3 . He has made it his life-long mission to play every single major game release – lest his wallet dies trying.
Yahoo
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Unreal Fest reveals that 'The Witcher 4' looks great on PS5, but what does that mean for PC?
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. If you weren't tapped into the Epic Games' Unreal Fest stream on Tuesday, you might've been sorry to miss all-new gameplay from The Witcher 4. To be fair, it's less of a gameplay demo and more of a tech demo, but it's still quite exciting. The clip shown of The Witcher 4 was shot on PS5 at 60 frames per second. I haven't seen a more high-fidelity game on the PS5 outside of The Last of Us Part II. The truth is that developers can make games with super high fidelity. The problem is that it not only takes time, but it's a killer on graphics cards. According to Epic Games, the solution to those problems is the latest version of its 3D graphics game engine, Unreal Engine 5.6, announced on Wednesday. Here's what The Witcher 4 is capable of, and how what was shown on just a PS5 may impact what we see on PC. Best Gaming Laptop Get Laptop Mag's best gaming laptop for $500 off while you can. The MSI Raider 18 HX AI features an Intel Core Ultra 9-285HX, Nvidia GeForce RTX 5080, 64GB DDR5, 4TB NVMe SSD, and an 18-inch 4K UHD+ mini LED Deal Unreal Engine 5.6 is clearly focused on "eliminating key CPU bottlenecks," to use the words of an Epic Games press release. For example, the Unreal Fest stream showed a crowd of over 300 people in the market square of Valdrest, the port city in The Witcher, going about their business with little impact on the performance. The demo also showed diverse character interactions, from people bargaining with merchants to people getting tossed out of the inn. Now, we've seen these things before in plenty of games. However, you usually don't see that kind of thing with this level of fidelity, intractability, and quantity, because your GPU might explode. You usually don't see that kind of thing with this level of fidelity, intractability, and quantity, because your GPU might explode. But one of the biggest updates is to the foliage, specifically the addition of Nanite Foliage. Developers can model every leaf and pine needle while maintaining memory efficiency and fast rendering. For those unaware, Unreal's signature Nanite system is an internal mesh format and rendering technology that allows for pixel-scale detail that can dial back and reveal enough detail that can be perceived. So a tree off in the mountains may look like a mesh of cubes up close, but from where you're standing, it looks like a perfect recreation of the trees around you. There's also an update to motion called Multi-Character Motion Matching. So when Ciri hops on her horse, Kelpie, the interaction looks seamless from every angle, even when you're hopping on her at high speed. Unreal Engine's Chaos Flesh Solver also makes Kelpie's muscles look realistic as you're riding her. Again, the demo was showcased in PS5. I can see myself getting lost in this immersive world of the demo alone. It's thanks to consoles that technology like Unreal Engine 5.6 exists because high fidelity in relatively mid-performing tech is key. But what will The Witcher 4 look like on one of the best gaming laptops? Well, I'm a bit scared and excited. It won't be the same level of fidelity just with enhanced resolution and frame rates. We know for a fact that Nvidia's DLSS 4 super sampling technology is making its way onto The Witcher 4. We still don't know exactly what CD Projekt RED is implementing with Nvidia's technology. More than likely, we'll get DLAA and Multi-Frame Generation to remove visual artifacts, but what level of ray tracing will be available? And how much different will The Witcher 4 be compared with the PS5 demo we just saw? Keep in mind that we don't even have a release date for The Witcher 4, and the next generation of consoles is not too far away, likely within the next couple years. So while the demo today was hella gorgeous, I think we only scratched the surface of what this game might look like. I played Elden Ring Nightreign on the RTX 5090, Intel Arc 140V, and AMD Radeon 8060S — here's what happened Doom: The Dark Ages is my favorite kind of nightmare — this is how it runs on an RTX 5090 gaming laptop The Elder Scrolls IV Oblivion: Remastered is here, and this is how it runs on my RTX 5090 gaming laptop
Khaleej Times
04-06-2025
- Business
- Khaleej Times
Which gamer are you? Level up with the 2025 ROG RTX 50 Series Laptops
More GPUs. More power. More ways to win this Eid with ROG RTX 50 Republic of Gamers (ROG) enters 2025 with a commanding lineup of GeForce RTX™ 50 Series laptops. Whether you're an elite AAA warrior, esports tactician, creative visionary, or gaming newcomer, there's an ROG laptop engineered to match your playstyle - and elevate it. For a limited time, customers who purchase a 2025 ROG gaming laptop equipped with an NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5090 / 5080 / 5070 Ti GPUs such as the latest ROG Strix, Scar, or Zephyrus models - will receive a premium ROG gear bundle for free. This includes a gaming headset, mouse, and keyboard, giving you everything you need to dominate from day one! Here's your guide to picking the perfect gaming rig this Eid. 1. For AAA Gamers & Creator Pros Beastly Power. Elite Precision. All Yours. Built for gamers who demand uncompromising performance - 4K resolution, ultra-settings, ray tracing - and content creators handling high-res video editing, 3D modeling, or complex rendering. These laptops push the limits with next-gen cooling, AI acceleration, and DDR5 memory. ROG Strix SCAR 18 (G835LX) Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 Processor, 32GB RAM, 2TB + 2TB SSD™, NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5090 Best for 4K ultra gaming + 3D rendering workflows in an 18-inch Nebula display Dh25,999 or an alternate option is Scar 16 with similar specs, with 1TB + 1TB storage and in a compact 16-inch Nebula display for Dh22,999 ROG Strix SCAR 16 (G635LW) Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 Processor, 32GB RAM, 2TB SSD, NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5080 Best for immersive AAA gaming and high-resolution content creation in a compact 16-inch chassis. Dh20,999 ROG Strix G18 (G815LW) Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 Processor, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD, NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5080 (12GB GDDR7) Best for high-refresh esports and cinematic gaming with expansive visuals on an 18-inch display Dh19,999 ROG Strix G16 (G614FR) AMD Ryzen™ 9 9955HX3D Processor, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD, NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5070 Ti Best for competitive gaming, multitasking, and creative workflows on a 16-inch performance laptop. Dh13,499 2. For Mainstream Gamers Power. Productivity. Perfected. Ideal for players who value high refresh rates, smooth gameplay, and multitasking. These laptops are designed for esports titles, open-world RPGs, and content creation for social platforms. Lightweight, power-efficient, and equipped with a premium Nebula Display for vivid visuals. Recommended ROG Laptop: ROG Zephyrus G16 (GU605) Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 Processor, 64GB LPDDR5X RAM, 1TB SSD, NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5070Ti Best for high-refresh competitive gaming, creative multitasking, and ultra-portable performance in a sleek 16-inch design. Dh13,999 3. For Beginner-Friendly Players Start Your Gaming Journey Here. For newcomers to PC gaming, students, or casual users looking for a reliable all-rounder. These laptops offer dependable performance for esports, racing sims, and indie games - featuring upgradeable RAM, optimised cooling, and accessible pricing. Recommended Laptop: TUF Gaming F16 (FX608JMR) Intel® Core™ i7 Processor, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD, NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5060 Best for first-time gamers and students seeking reliable performance for esports, indie titles, and everyday multitasking Retailer Bundles Across UAE (Sharaf DG, Emax, Jumbo) Whether you're shopping at Sharaf DG, Emax, or Jumbo, UAE retailers are offering consistent pricing and exclusive gaming accessory bundles on ROG laptops powered with NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5090 / 5080 / 5070 Ti GPUs. Sharaf DG & Emax Bundle (with select ROG 2025 models): ROG Pelta Tri-Mode Wireless Gaming Headset ROG Strix Impact III Wireless Gaming Mouse ROG Strix Scope II RX Mechanical Gaming Keyboard Jumbo Bundle (with select ROG 2025 models): ROG Ally Gaming Handheld Console – perfect for handheld AAA and indie titles on the go ASUS eShop Middle East Exclusives Prefer shopping online? The ASUS Middle East eShop features exclusive laptop variants, flexible payment options, and additional digital rewards tailored to ROG fans. Featured Offers: Get DOOM: The Dark Ages FREE with RTX 50 Series laptop Join ROG Elite and redeem your game code (limited codes available, T&Cs apply) Download Monster Hunter Wilds via Armoury Crate before June 30, 2025 eShop Benefits: Installment plans offered First-time buyers receive Dh200 off their first laptop purchase Whether you're dominating AAA battlefields, creating cinematic content, or booting up your first indie game, the 2025 ASUS ROG RTX 50 Series laptops are designed to grow with you. ROG gaming laptops with GeForce RTX™ 50 Series GPUs deliver game-changing performance for both gamers and creators. With every purchase, you can elevate your experience even further by joining the ROG Elite Rewards Program - earn points, unlock exclusive game codes, and enjoy digital bonuses tailored for true ROG fans.
WIRED
02-06-2025
- Business
- WIRED
MSI Titan 18 HX (2025) Review: The RTX 5090, Unbound
The MSI Titan is not for the faint of heart—it never has been. It's an 18-inch behemoth, fitting into that 'desktop replacement' class of gaming laptop. This one in particular is meant for PC gamers who don't just want top performance, but also some bling. You'll be hard-pressed to find a gaming laptop with this many high-end features. With a Mini-LED display, a mechanical keyboard, and an invisible haptic touchpad, there's no other 18-inch gaming laptop like it, and that means a flashy price, too. Big and Beautiful The MSI Titan is massive. It's 1.26 inches thick at its largest point and weighs nearly eight pounds. You read that right. Eight whole pounds. Gaming laptops aren't known for being particularly portable, especially ones with 18-inch screens, but the MSI Titan HX is almost a full pound heavier than the Razer Blade 18. It's hefty and well-crafted, though, as you'd hope for in a laptop north of $5,000. It's not a single piece of machined aluminum like the Razer Blade 18, but the magnesium-aluminum alloy chassis feels sturdy. The MSI Titan HX uses a thermal shelf on the back, making the laptop larger, but providing a protrusion for extra ventilation and ports. MSI keeps it fairly minimalist with the all-black interior and silver trim, especially compared to older versions of this laptop. The invisible touchpad makes this feel even more modern. And yet, both the Razer Blade 18 and Alienware 18 Area-51 are more savvy designs in my book. In the rear, you'll find the power jack, the HDMI 2.1 port, and the Ethernet. Next to some massive vents, you'll find three USB-A 3.2. Gen2 ports on the side, along with the two Thunderbolt 5 ports, the SD card slot, and a headphone jack. That's just about every port you can imagine, but the Thunderbolt 5 ports are the interesting part. Intel sent me several Thunderbolt 5 accessories to demonstrate just how much bandwidth the new spec provides. I set up two 32-inch 4K 240-Hz OLED gaming monitors, all powered through a single USB-C cable. It's magical seeing those two high-refresh-rate monitors being daisy-chained together, despite their 240-Hz refresh rates. In the past, Thunderbolt 4 ports were limited to two 4K monitors at 60 Hz. Even if you don't have two expensive gaming monitors to connect to, the MSI Titan 18 HX has a really solid Mini-LED display onboard. It can hit 414 nits of brightness in SDR and around double that in HDR. That's not quite as good as the OLED gaming monitors out there, but it's certainly bright enough to notice the difference in HDR. The color saturation is great too. You want that 4K resolution when it's spread across 18 inches of screen, even if you may not always want to play games at that native resolution. It's incredibly sharp. This really is the best screen you can get on an 18-inch laptop right now, as OLED isn't common in this larger screen size yet. MSI also offers an IPS version of this panel, as well as a lower-resolution 2560 x 1600 240-Hz IPS option. Unfortunately, the speakers and webcam aren't as premium. The 1080p camera is noisy, and the six-speaker audio system is mediocre. The speakers are almost irrelevant given how loud the fan noise is, at least when it comes to gaming. Tricks Up Its Sleeve Photograph: Luke Larsen The keyboard is unique and an absolute joy to type and game on. It's a Cherry MX low-profile mechanical keyboard that feels chunky and tactile. It's unlike any laptop I've ever typed on in that sense, capturing the feel of a mechanical keyboard right on your laptop. My only complaint is that the many keys are not mechanical, such as the arrow keys, the number pad, and the function row. Once you notice, it's a little jarring.
Digital Trends
22-05-2025
- Digital Trends
3 Gaming Laptops You Should Buy Instead of the Lenovo Legion Go S
Over the past few years, gaming handhelds have exploded in popularity. And with each new iteration, we are seeing performance and ergonomic improvements that have pushed them as a serious alternative for gaming on the go. After all, if you can carry a portable device like the Lenovo Legion Go S for casual gaming indulgence, why bother lugging around a bulky laptop? A few of my friends have even tried the idea of using these Windows-powered handhelds as a stop-gap PC for getting work done. But let's be real. As convenient as they are, handhelds won't be able to match what a gaming laptop can deliver in terms of raw performance, immersiveness, and, of course, overall value for your money. Recommended Videos What to keep in mind? If you've been eying the Legion Go S, for instance, there are a few things worth keeping in mind. As Digital Trends highlights, paying $760 for a quad-core silicon intended for playing PC games is a bottleneck in itself. Then there are Windows optimization challenges for handhelds, and the battery life caveat. Now, if you're planning to look at laptop alternatives, there are a few aspects you should keep in mind for the best experience. First, try to pick an option that offers a faster display. Even a 120Hz or 144Hz panel will lift your gaming experience discernibly. Game files take up quite a lot of space. So, if you're picking up a machine, make sure it offers at least 1TB of SSD storage. I know, configurations often come with an upsell, but you should aim higher, regardless. And most importantly, don't splurge on a flashy new graphics card just because it's new. You can save a lot of money by going with an older-generation silicon, but still fairly capable GPU, instead of splurging on the latest that Nvidia has to offer. Of course, where possible, explore the options between Intel and AMD, as well. That's a lot of technical considerations to remember. To ease things up for you, consider these three gaming laptops that don't fall too from the Legion Go S budget: Acer Nitro V15 Playing closest to the price of Legion Go S is the Acer Nitro V15, an AMD-powered budget laptop that is quite well-received, as well. If your budget can't go beyond the handheld's range, but you'd still like a fairly competent package, this Acer laptop is a compelling choice. The base configuration at $749, which is lower than the Lenovo handheld itself, offers the hexa-core AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS processor clubbed with Nvidia's GeForce RTX 4050 mobile graphics. That combination is decent for 1080p gaming, and at medium to high settings, you can play AAA titles such as Far Cry 6, Shadow of the Tomb Raider, and Borderlands 3 in the 45-60 fps range comfortably. You also get a 15.6-inch full-HD display with a 144Hz refresh rate, which is a pleasant surprise in this price bracket. As far as the memory configuration go, you get 16GB of DDR5 RAM and 512GB of onboard SSD storage. Unlike the older iterations, the keyboard is backlit on this one. The port situation is not too bad either, as you get plenty of them, including a Thunderbolt port. View on Amazon Dell G15 (5530) Consistently ranked among the best laptops you can buy on a gaming budget, the Dell G15 sets the starting price at a thousand dollars, but delivers a fantastic package. It's one of the best-looking gaming laptops in its segment, especially from a thermal design perspective. This one offers a 15.6-inch full-HD display with a 120Hz refresh rate. Powering the machine is the 14-core Intel Core i7-13650HX processor, paired with 16GB of RAM and 1TB of SSD. It is one of the only few laptops in the price bracket that offer a higher-end 13th Gen Intel processor, and that reflects in the performance, as well. On the graphics side, you get Nvidia's RTX 4060 mobile GPU that can tap into 140 watts of peak output. At benchmarks, it performs in the same league as laptops with a capped GeForce RTX 4070 mobile graphics. In titles such as Shadow of the Tomb Raider at 1080p and the highest graphics preset, the output is comfortably above the 100fps range. Cyberpunk 2077 easily manages over 60fps at the same resolution, which is quite impressive. Port selection is also fairly diverse and spaced across all sides, but the only miss is just one USB-C port on the laptop. Irrespective of the configuration you pick, you get two fans, four heat pipes, and plenty of external vents for heat management. Overall, this is a solid pick, if getting the best gaming performance for the price is your top priority. View at Best Buy Gigabyte G6X KG If the Dell machine caught your fancy, and you were wondering if it could somehow offer a little extra oomph for future-proofing, the Gigabyte G6X offers just that. This one doubles the amount of RAM to 32GB, the storage is boosted to 1TB, and you get an extra USB-C port, as well. It offers a large 16-inch full-HD display with a 165Hz refresh rate. Running the performance show is a 14-core Intel Core i7-13650HX processor that offers a peak frequency of 4.9 GHz and boost mode output worth 157W. On the graphics front, the Gigabyte G6 KF offers Nvidia's GeForce RTX 4060 GPU with 8GB of graphics memory. With ray-tracing enabled, it can handle Cyberpunk 2077 at high graphics settings and resolutions up to 1200p with a respectable output close to 30fps. In titles like Horizon Zero Dawn and Metro Exodus Enhanced, it can manage over 60fps with ease. Playing games at moderate to high FPS presets can take you above 100fps on this one. The only downside of this laptop is a slightly dull screen compared to the rivals, and the overall build doesn't feel nearly as premium as the competition. However, if those are aspects you can live with, the Gigabyte G6X 9KG will serve you just fine. View at Best Buy
