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Acer unveils 7-inch Predator Atlas 7 handheld console

Acer has unveiled the Predator Atlas 7 handheld console at its global press conference in Berlin. The new device expands Acer’s Predator handheld lineup, offering strong gaming performance and better battery life powered by Intel Arc G-Series processors.

The Predator Atlas 7 features a 7-inch FHD+ display with a 120Hz refresh rate and Gorilla Glass Victus protection. Inside, it can be configured up to an Intel Arc G3 Extreme processor with Intel Arc B390 graphics.

Predator Atlas 7
Predator Atlas 7

The device also offers Xbox Game Pass support, which means you can jump into hundreds of games right out of the box.

Acer added a dual-fan cooling system with a metal Predator AeroBlade fan and Vortex Flow tuning. This setup improves airflow by around 10 percent, keeping the device cool even during long gaming sessions.

It also packs an 80Wh battery for longer playtime and offers optional TMR joysticks for better control.

PROJECT DUALPLAY MINI
Project DualPlay Mini

Acer also showcased Project DualPlay Mini, a concept that mixes gaming and productivity in one portable device. It works as both a handheld console and a compact productivity tool, letting users switch between play and work easily.

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The Predator Atlas 7 will be available in North America from Q4’2026 and in EMEA from November 2026. Meanwhile, the Predator Atlas 8 will be arriving in September 2026. Exact specifications, prices, and availability will vary by region.

Predator Atlas 7 specs:

  • Display: 7-inch FHD+ display, 1920×1080, 120Hz refresh rate, supports VRR, 10-point multi-touch, 500 nits, Gorilla Glass Victus, Gorilla Glass DXC
  • Processor: Intel Arc G3 Extreme / Intel Arc G3
  • GPU: Intel Arc B390 / Intel Arc B370
  • RAM: Up to 24GB LPDDR5x
  • Storage: up to 1TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe M.2 SSD
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth v5.4
  • Ports:
    • 2x Thunderbolt 4
    • UHS-II micro SD card reader
    • 3.5 mm audio jack (combo)
  • Controls: ABXY buttons, D-Pad, XBOX Game Bar Widget button, PredatorSense button, L/R bumpers, View button, Menu button, Power button with fingerprint sensor, Volume button, L2/R2 Hall-effect analog triggers, L/R Macro buttons, L and R full-size analog joysticks (Carbon Film) or L and R full-size TMR joysticks
  • Others: Power button fingerprint scanner, 2W stereo speakers, two fans (one Predator AeroBlade metal fan and one plastic fan), Vortex Flow, PredatorSense, XBOX Game Pass Premium (2 months), PC Game Pass (2 months)
  • OS: Windows 11 Home
  • Battery: Up to 80Wh, 4S1P, 4-cell Li-ion

Bryan Rilloraza has been a fixture in the local tech scene for over a decade, sharing his perspective as a tech enthusiast and industry veteran. Backed by an MBA from De La Salle University, a Bachelor’s Degree from the University of the Philippines, and 20 years of corporate experience in the telecommunications and banking sectors, Bryan provides a practical, real-world analysis of how technology serves the consumer.

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