Acer Predator G1-71

Diminutive size ; Packed with power ; Sharp looks and handy features

Pricey

Packed with features and power, this portable PC is a strong sophomore release for Acer's Predator gaming lineup.

Excellent hardware selection. Intriguing case design. Good gaming keyboard and mouse included.

Requires use of enormous external power adapter. Difficult to upgrade.

Conclusion Last year, the Maingear Vybe bowled us over with an outstanding selection of gaming-aimed components for an unbelievable sub-$2,000 price. The Acer Predator G1-710-70001 can't quite make it below that price mark, but offers plenty of value...

The Acer Predator G1 is a speedy, reasonably priced gaming desktop with a fun sense of design and an optional custom briefcase for on-the-go gaming.

Performance is slower than other similarly equipped gaming desktops; limited ports; requires two bulky external power bricks, and you've got to really like the sci-fi tank tread design.

The Acer Predator G1 isn't the fastest or even smallest VR-ready desktop, but it's powerful enough for new games and VR headsets, and has a sense of fun missing from other gaming PCs.

The Predator G1’s looks like a serious gaming powerhouse. But dig deeper, and it starts to feel like the G1 is built merely to be “good enough.” The Core i7-6700 is a strong chip, but it doesn’t hold a candle to the unlocked version found almost...

Excellent hardware that won't be obsolete for a while ; Extremely small footprint for a gaming desktop ; Sleek exterior - this is a good looking PC

External power supply opens potential for damage ; Small form factor limits options for expansion ; Unique power supply could make upgrading components difficult

Clearly, the Predator G1 is a capable gaming rig. We knew it was going to be one going in, so it isn’t shocking to see games like The Witcher 3 and Shadow of Mordor run beautifully on the system. I appreciate what Acer is trying to do with the design,...

Stylish SFF Chassis ; Accessories

Price ; Performance ; Power Supply

Acer’s Predator G1-710-70001 gaming desktop is priced as high as custom shop machines with unlocked processors and watercooling radiators. Although it appears to offer everything a PC gamer could ask for with its stylish design, RGB lighting, and...

4K-capable gaming performance ; Excellent cooling ; Creative case lighting ; Includes good-quality mechanical keyboard and mouse ; Two-year warranty

External power adapters enlarge footprint ; Difficult to upgrade ; Love-it-or-hate-it design ; SSD isn't PCI Express

As the cliche goes, good things come in small packages that look like they were scavenged from a Sherman tank. The Acer Predator G1 mostly lives up to that. It packs an impressive amount of power for an SFF desktop, namely in the form of a Core i7-6700...

Slick, compact design ; Awesome lighting options ; Great gaming performance ; Lots of extra goodies

Limited upgradability ; No cheaper configs available (yet) ; Cumbersome power brick

The Acer Predator G1 packs 4K- and VR-ready gaming performance inside of a stunning and small package.