Today in an event in Delhi Acer India, one of the largest PC vendors in the country, today took the wraps off of its world renowned line of gaming series, Predator, that encompasses diverse form factors of Notebook, Desktop, Projector and Gaming monitor .
This eagerly anticipated line of gaming series boasts a veritable range straddling four innovative products that work in tandem with each other providing a seamless immersive experience to the gaming aficionados. The notebooks which have been powered by the 6th Gen Intel i7 processors come with high-performance NVIDIA GeForce graphics while the Acer Predator G6-710 gaming desktop has been redesigned with up to 64GB DDR4 dual-channel memory for super smooth and high powered game-play.
Acer Predator 15 and 17 – Powerful and Flexible Gaming Device Designed For hardcore gamers
The Predator gaming notebook comes loaded with powerful 6th Gen Intel Core i7 processors with high-performance NVIDIA® GeForce® graphics, Ultra-fast DDR4 memory, PCIe solid state drives, Advanced Cooling and Stellar Audio Capabilities to deliver the ultimate gaming experience. The sporty red accents compliment the black chassis with symmetric lines and soft texture coating for extra grip and gaming ergonomics.
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 which improves heat dissipation and minimizes 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 enhances user comfort, extends the notebook’s lifespan and ensures that the performance is consistent.
Lastly, the CoolBoost technology 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 along with 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 various captivating 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 impedance.
4K Strikingly realistic visual experience
4K delivers incredibly high resolution and outstanding picture quality with low power consumption for long-lasting viewing. The technology enhances every image to bring out each spectacular detail by four times the resolution of Full HD.
Predator Z650 Projector – Gaming Projector Supporting WirelessHD
Predator Z650 puts users in command of any gaming event. Predator Z650’s short-throw technology lets you display a huge image almost anywhere, to an extent that the user will be able to project a 100” image from just 1.5 meters. The projector makes the gaming experience a grand one; From surveying the battleground with soldiers to preparing for a truly monumental experience, the gamers can fight on an enormous scale and feel the thrill of the gaming world.
High resolution gaming is facilitated by its 1080p Full HD projection. 20,000:1 contrast ratio delivers the most vivid image, such that black and white create the highest contrast possible. Games will look crisp and clear, even when you blow them up to massive screen sizes. Z650 features an RGBRGB color wheel called ColorPurity. It produces a wider color gamut and creates pure color with abundant color gradations.
Acer ColorBoost3D combines a 6-segment color wheel design with DLP™ chip and lamp power control capability, improving color performance for both 2D and 3D visuals. Acer ColorSafe II prevents excess yellow hues, so that color fidelity is preserved even after prolonged use. Experience the thrill of game with brilliant color. With DTS Sound 10W x 2 stereo speakers built in, users are free to take the Z650 anywhere without bringing a sound system. Users can also create a custom splash screen by capturing an image from the game.
Acer Predator Z35 G Sync Gaming
The Acer Predator Z35 is a 35-inch curved ultra-widescreen G-Sync display with a VA panel, aimed at gamers looking for ultimate performance. Its standard refresh rate is a significant 144Hz, and can be raised all the way to 200Hz, in what is one of the highest refresh rates in a consumer gaming display. Display inputs include DisplayPort 1.2 and HDMI 1.4a. Other features include 9W stereo speakers with Dolby HD audio, and a 4-port USB 3.0 hub.
The futuristic Acer Predator Z35 monitor is powered by an advanced 35” AMVA 8-bit RGB panel with 2560*1080 resolution and 178°/178° horizontal/vertical viewing angles. The panel has 3000:1 contrast ratio, and 4ms grey-to-grey response time. Other key specs include 2560 x 1080 pixels native resolution, viewing angles of 178°/178°and 300 cd/m² maximum brightness.
The new Predator Z35 monitor fully supports Nvidia G-Sync technology, which matches monitor’s refresh rate with a GPU’s rendering rate on a frame-by-frame basis to provide smooth gaming experience, as well as the company’s new ultra-low motion blur (ULMB) backlight strobing technology. It supports DisplayPort 1.2 and HDMI interfaces and comes with two DTS Sound 9W speakers. Designed with ergonomics in mind, the monitor can be tilted from -5° to 25° and adjusted vertically up to 130 mm.
ESSENTIAL GAMING ACCESSORIES COME ALONG WITH THE NOTEBOOK
PREDATOR GAMING MOUSE – Predator Gaming Mouse brings together unmatched performance, an all-new design, and high levels of customization to make it the ultimate professional-grade, right-handed mouse. This mouse offers cutting-edge features including an optical sensor with zero acceleration, new long-lasting switches (> 30 million clicks), and ideal ergonomics for enhanced comfort.
The ergonomic grip is accentuated by the injection molded rubber side grips and intuitive, ergonomic button placement. Predator Gaming Mouse can be customized through a host of features including response time, adjustable buttons, dual lighting zones, custom tuning settings, and a 3D printable nameplate. Predator Gaming Mouse surpasses the competition in performance, features and value.
PREDATOR GAMING MOUSEPAD – Predator Mousepad is a one-of-its-kind progressive product when it comes to high-end surfaces. Engineered for maximum glide and long-lasting durability, its performance is unmatched. It features a heavy, no-slip silicone base with heat-bound edging to prevent fraying under long-term use.
It is water resistant so you can wash it off when needed. Designed in collaboration with gamers, Predator Mousepad is a highly-responsive surface that delivers precise mouse tracking. The speed-optimized surface minimizes the feel of friction making it one of the fastest surfaces on the market.
PREDATOR GAMING HEADSET – Predator Gaming Headset features major enhancements in sound quality and comfort plus the addition of a built-in microphone that can be retracted into the ear-cup – making it virtually invisible. Every element of Predator Gaming Headset has been optimized for gaming, making the headset a preferred piece of equipment for the worlds’ best competitive PC gamers – the most demanding set of headset users in the world.
Sporting superb 50mm driver units, the full-size headset dramatically boosts overall acoustic performance, while the closed type ear cups are built from a sound dampening foam offering passive noise reduction.
PREDATOR GAMING UTILITY BACKPACK
Predator Gaming Utility Backpack is made to endure tough conditions on-the-go. The bag is light in weight and with the durable 1680D ballistic exterior, it is tear and water resistant. Likewise, the zippers are water repellent and the military-grade coating on top and bottom of the bag helps elude rain and mud while on the road trip.
Versatile front and side pocket access, in addition to considerable padded interior securely pack all the gaming gears and precious travel necessities in well-organized compartments. Ventilated back panel, soft padded shoulder straps and adjustable chest buckle keeps one cool and comfortable when they march on.
Pricing and Availability
The Acer Predator 15 and Predator 17 notebook lines, shipping with Windows 10, will be available in India in April with an MRP of Rs 1,79,000/-
The Acer Predator G series desktop PC will be available in India from May with prices starting at Rs. Rs 120000.
The Acer Predator range of monitors starts from Rs 39,000 and goes upto Rs 1,10,000 for the top of the line Z35 Curved Gaming Monitor. It will be available from April onwards
The Acer Predator Z650 Projector will be available in India at a price of Rs 1,29,000
