Acer’s Intel Arc-powered Steam Deck rival finally gets a price and release date
The Acer Predator Atlas 8, unveiled at Computex 2026, directly competes with gaming devices like the Steam Deck and ASUS ROG Ally. Priced at $1,300, it features Intel's Arc G3 Extreme processor, an 8-inch 120Hz VRR display, 80Wh battery, and Windows 11. Despite the premium price, Acer reports that the first pre-order wave sold out before launch. Online orders will reopen November 1 alongside retail availability at Best Buy.
Key points
- Launches November 1 exclusively at Best Buy for $1,300
- Features Intel Arc G3 Extreme, 8-inch 120Hz display, Windows 11
- First pre-order round sold out before release
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