Acer Predator
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 Various Acer Predator laptops on display at Computex Taipei in 2016 | |
| Manufacturer | Acer Inc. |
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Product family | Predator |
| Type | Laptop, Desktop, Monitor, Projector |
| Released | 2008 |
| Windows | |
Marketing target | Gaming |
| Related | Acer Aspire |
| Website | www predator |
Predator Gaming is a gamer-focused brand and line of computer hardware owned by Acer. In 2008, Acer introduced itself in the gaming computer market with a line of desktop computers: the Acer Aspire Predator series, later renamed as Acer Predator. The series was initially noted for its distinctive chassis design and performance-focused components. Over time, the Predator line expanded to include gaming laptops, tablets, and accessories.
The range competes with Lenovo's LOQ series and Legion, Dell's G series and Alienware, BenQ's Mobiuz and Zowie, HP's Victus and Omen, Asus's TUF and ROG.
The Acer Predator series features high-refresh-rate displays and dedicated cooling systems. The series includes models positioned in both the premium and mid-range segments of the gaming laptop market.In 2026, Acer announced its first Predator-branded handheld gaming PC, the Predator Atlas 8, expected to release in October 2026 in North America.