The Predator 6 is a new smartphone addition to Acer’s Predator gaming range, which originally featured desktop PCs, laptops and monitors. The device packs a massive HD display and a robust 10-core processor amongst other features geared for amazing gaming experience.
Build and Screen
Acer Predator 6 parades a solid build with a body made of aluminium to allow it withstand rugged use which gaming devices are usually subjected to. It features similar black and red design elements as the other devices in the Predator series.
The rear is in black and features a red Predator logo. As its name suggests, the Predator 6 will come with a 6-inch diagonal display which will have an HD resolution.
Power and Performance
Hardware is the most important thing that determines the efficiency of a gaming device; Acer Predator 6 impresses superbly in this regard. It is equipped with a rare deca-core MediaTek processor for highly awesome performance.
The processor consists of two quad-core processors clocked at 1.4GHz and 2.0GHz respectively and a 2.5GHz dual-core processor.
That processor will certainly grab the attention of many users. And, the fact that this heavy-duty chip is paired with generous 4 GB of RAM indicates gamers are in for amazing gaming experience.
Acer Predator 6 runs runs on Android mobile operating system, but the exact version is not yet known at this time. Acer boasts that the smartphone will handle any mobile games thrown at it by users.
Haptic Feedback
The Predator 6 comes with Predator TacSense, a directional haptic feedback system by Acer. This feature is aimed at helping gamers enjoy a more immersive experience. For instance, left and right side vibrations are separated for better balance in games like car racing.
The inbuilt dual motors let you use Acer Predator 6 like a standalone gaming controller.
The phone is expected to feature a 21-megapixel main camera, which represents good value for money. For quality sound, four front-facing speakers will be provided – these can be seen at the corners of the device in red.
Pricing & Availability
Acer Predator 6 is not available in Nigeria and has not really been launched anywhere yet. If and when available, you can buy it at leading online stores in Nigeria. There is no word on pricing and availability yet.
Acer Predator 6 Specs
Here are a few specs of the Acer Predator 6:
General Features
- Platform: Android
- Processor: Deca-core Processor; 1.4GHz quad-core, 2.0GHz quad-core, and 2.5GHz dual-core (MediaTek MT6797)
- GPU: Mali-T880 MP4
- Memory: 4GB RAM
- Colours: Black and Red
- Dimension: –
- Weight: –
- SIM Type: –
- SIM Count: –
Display
- Display: 6.0-inch Touch Display
- Display Protection: –
Camera
- Rear Camera: 21 MP Camera, Video
- Rear Camera Features: LED Flash, Autofocus
- Front Camera: –
Storage
- Built-in Storage: –
- Memory Card Support: –
- Bundled Cloud Storage: –
Network Support
- 2G GSM: Yes
- 2G CDMA 1X: No
- 3G WCDMA: Yes
- 3G CDMA EVDO: No
- 4G LTE: Yes
Internet & Connectivity
- GPRS: Yes
- EDGE: Yes
- 3G/WCDMA/HSPA: Yes
- HSPA+: Yes
- CDMA EVDO: No
- 4G LTE: Yes
- WLAN: Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
- Wi-Fi Hotspot: Yes
- Bluetooth: Yes, Bluetooth 4.0 with A2DP
- NFC: No
- Infrared Blaster: No
- USB Port: Yes, microUSB 2.0
Messaging
- SMS/MMS: Yes
- Instant Messaging: Yes
- Push Emails: Yes
- Email Protocol: –
Entertainment
- Music Player: Yes, mp3, WAV, FLAC, eACC+
- Video Player: Yes, MPEG4, H.263, H.264, XviD
- FM Radio: Yes
- Loudspeaker: Yes
- 3.5mm Jack: Yes
Navigation
- Navigation: Yes, GPS with A-GPS
- Maps: Yes, Google Maps
Sensors & Control
- Digital Compass: –
- Accelerometer: Yes
- Proximity Sensor: Yes
- Light Sensor: Yes
- Barometer: –
- Pedometer: –
- Gyroscope: Yes
- Fingerprint Scanner: –
- Iris Scanner: –
- Intelligent Digital Assistant: –
- Motion Sensing / Gesture Control: –
- Voice Control: –
Other Features
- Video Streaming: Yes
- Active Noise Cancellation: –
- Wireless Charging: No
- Water Resistant: No
- Dust Resistant: –
- Image Editor: Yes
- Video Editor: Yes
- Document Viewer: Yes
- Document Editor: No (download at store)
Battery
- Battery: –
- Talktime: –
- Standby Time: –
