Acer has used Computex 2026 to unveil a broad range of new products headed for Australia, including gaming laptops, business notebooks, portable displays, AR glasses and AI-powered wearable technology.
While artificial intelligence features appear throughout the range, the more interesting story is the hardware itself, with Acer introducing new Intel Core Series 3 processors across several product families, alongside NVIDIA’s latest GeForce RTX 50 Series graphics in its gaming systems.
Gaming Hardware
For gamers, Acer’s flagship announcement is the Predator Helios 18 AI, an 18-inch gaming laptop featuring up to an Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU. The system supports up to 256GB of memory and 6TB of storage, placing it firmly in desktop replacement territory. The display can switch between 4K resolution at 120Hz or Full HD at 240Hz, allowing users to prioritise either image quality or competitive gaming performance. Australian pricing starts at A$11,999, with availability expected in the fourth quarter of 2026.
Acer also announced the Nitro 16, a more affordable gaming laptop that becomes the company’s first system to use AMD’s Ryzen 9 9955HX3D processor. Paired with up to an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU, it offers a high-end gaming specification without reaching the price levels of the Predator series. Australian pricing has not yet been announced.
Alongside the laptops is the Nitro Blaze Link, a streaming-focused handheld gaming device. Unlike handheld PCs such as the Steam Deck, the Blaze Link relies on streaming games from an existing gaming PC over Wi-Fi 6. It features a 7-inch touchscreen and weighs 464 grams, positioning it as an alternative for users who already own a capable gaming desktop or laptop and want to play elsewhere in the home.
Screen Technology
On the display side, Acer introduced the Predator XB273K 3D monitor. The 27-inch IPS panel combines a 4K resolution with a 180Hz refresh rate and supports both AMD FreeSync Premium and NVIDIA G-SYNC Compatible technologies. The monitor’s headline feature is its ability to convert standard 2D content into a 3D viewing experience using eye-tracking technology and onboard processing. Australian pricing starts at $2,499, with local availability scheduled for Q4 2026.
Everyday Productivity
Away from gaming, Acer refreshed its Swift and TravelMate laptop ranges with a strong focus on portability and battery life.
The Swift Air 14 targets students, remote workers and travellers, weighing just 1.25kg while offering up to 19 hours of claimed battery life. Powered by Intel’s new Core Series 3 processors, it features a 14-inch 120Hz display, Wi-Fi 6E connectivity and a quad-speaker audio system. Australian pricing starts at $1,399 and availability is expected during the third quarter of 2026.
Acer also introduced the Swift Spin 14 AI, a convertible notebook with a 360-degree hinge and optional stylus support. Equipped with up to an Intel Core Ultra 9 processor, the device is aimed at users who want a laptop that can also function as a tablet for note-taking, sketching and presentations. Local pricing has not yet been announced.
For business users, Acer’s new TravelMate range includes the ultra-light TravelMate P6 14 AI, which weighs less than one kilogram while offering Intel vPro support, Wi-Fi 7 connectivity and up to 30 hours of claimed battery life. The premium business model will arrive in Australia during Q4 2026 from A$5,899. Acer will also release the TravelMate P2 Spin 14 from $2,999 and the TravelMate X2 14 from $2,699, both aimed at organisations looking for modern business hardware with AI acceleration and enterprise security features.
Acer’s portable monitor offering also received an update with the PM161Q JB. The 15.6-inch Full HD IPS display is designed as a second screen for laptops, tablets and smartphones, featuring USB-C and HDMI connectivity. Australian pricing starts at $299 when it launches in Q3 2026.
Smart Glasses Continue to Evolve
Perhaps the most unusual announcements were Acer’s new smart glasses. The AR Vision GR0 uses dual micro-OLED displays to create a virtual display equivalent to a 172-inch screen viewed from six metres away, connecting to phones, tablets and PCs via a wired connection. The glasses support both 2D and 3D content and will arrive in Australia during Q3 2026 from $999.
The companion product, the GI0 AI Glasses, takes a different approach by integrating Google Gemini-powered voice assistance, translation features, image analysis and hands-free photo capture into a lightweight wearable design. Australian pricing will start at $599 when the glasses launch in Q3 2026.
Conclusion
Acer’s 2026 range shows it is betting heavily on AI-enhanced computing, but the more practical developments are the continued improvements in battery life, portability, connectivity and display technology. For Australian consumers, the Swift Air 14, portable monitor and AI glasses are likely to be the most accessible products in the lineup, while gamers have new options ranging from cloud-streamed handheld gaming through to a full RTX 5090-powered desktop replacement laptop.
