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Only one model will be sold, but fortunately it’s the more powerful Intel Arc G3 Extreme version.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
When Acer’s Predator Atlas 8 gaming handheld was\u00a0announced in May, it sure looked like a powerful alternative to ASUS and Lenovo models. We didn’t know a few practical details then, though, like whether it would be available in the US and, if so, how much it would cost.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Now, there’s some good news. The Predator Atlas 8 will\u00a0come to the US on November 1st, exclusively at\u00a0Best Buy,\u00a0for $1,300, according to the retailer. Only one model will be available, but fortunately it’s the more powerful Intel Arc G3 Extreme version, and not the regular Intel Arc 3 model.<\/p>\n
That model offers Intel Arc B390 graphics with 12 Xe3 GPU cores and 24GB of LPDDR5x RAM, along with an 8-inch, 500-nit 120Hz IPS display. The controller includes dual-mode triggers, TMR joysticks and high-bandwidth docking. Other features include a microSD UHS-II slot, Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4. Like other PC handhelds, it runs Windows 11 and supports Xbox Game Pass and all titles included with that subscription.\u00a0<\/p>\n
The Predator Atlas 8 will be Acer’s first gaming handheld to officially go on sale in the US. Last month, the company unveiled its Predator Atlas 7, a smaller 7-inch display version that also runs on the Intel Arc G3 Extreme chip. However, there’s no word yet on whether that sleeker model will also be sold stateside.\u00a0<\/p>\n
You may not think many customers are clamoring to pay $1,300 for a Windows handheld gaming device. However, Best Buy pre-orders for the Atlas 8 sold out immediately, according to the retailer. It said it will launch a new round of online orders on November 1st, when the console arrives in stores.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
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