Acer will release the Nitro Blaze Link handheld device in the fourth quarter of 2026 across North America and the EMEA region [1, 2]. The Nitro Blaze Link is designed primarily as a streaming companion for PC gamers, running a Linux-based system intended to stream games over Wi-Fi rather than play locally due to its limited hardware specs [1].
The device features a 7-inch touchscreen with a 1920 x 1200 resolution display and weighs approximately 464 grams (1.02 pounds) [1, 2]. It includes 1GB of LPDDR4 RAM and 8GB of eMMC storage, underscoring its role as a streaming client rather than a standalone gaming handheld [1]. Connectivity relies on Wi-Fi 6 technology to facilitate smooth remote streaming of PC games [1, 2].
Alongside the Nitro Blaze Link, Acer announced two new gaming laptops, the Predator Helios 18 AI and Nitro 16, both able to sync with the handheld to enhance gaming flexibility [2]. The Predator Helios 18 AI is equipped with a powerful Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus CPU and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU. It offers an 18-inch Mini LED display with options for 240Hz HD or 120Hz 4K resolution, and can be configured with up to 6TB of storage [2].
The Nitro 16 aims at a more budget-conscious segment and includes an AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX3D CPU paired with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU [2]. Both gaming laptops will be available in North America starting this month, August 2026 [2].
Acer has not provided pricing details for the Nitro Blaze Link handheld yet, leaving its cost to be announced closer to launch [1, 2]. The upcoming release aims to expand Acer’s presence in streaming gaming hardware, targeting players who want portable access to their PC game libraries.
The mainstream launch of the Nitro Blaze Link handheld is scheduled for Q4 2026, coinciding with the availability of Acer’s latest gaming laptops designed to integrate with the device.
