Acer’s Predator Orion 7000 Named The Official 2025 Tournament PC of Intel Extreme Masters

COLOGNE (July 31, 2025) ESL FACEIT Group (EFG), the leading esports and video game entertainment company, in partnership with Acer and Intel^®, is proud to announce that the Predator Orion 7000 has been named the Official 2025 Tournament PC of Intel^® Extreme Masters (IEM). Debuting at IEM Cologne 2025, this marks the first time in IEM history that fans can now play on and purchase the hardware used by the world’s top Counter-Strike professionals.

The Predator Orion 7000 is built for elite gaming performance, powered by an Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 285K processor, up to an NVIDIA^® GeForce RTX™ 5090 GPU, and support for up to 128GB of DDR5 memory. Its advanced Predator CycloneX 360 cooling system ensures optimal thermal performance, while transparent tempered glass side panels showcase its cutting-edge internals. Designed for 4K gaming, streaming, and competitive play, the Predator Orion 7000 delivers the speed, thermal efficiency, and visual edge trusted by the best esports athletes.

After a week of intense competition, the “Cathedral of Counter-Strike” is about to welcome the world’s best six Counter-Strike teams and one of the best crowds in esports to the LANXESS arena on August 1-3. IEM Cologne, one of the most historic and legendary esports tournaments, has set the stage for this new chapter in elevating the fan experience and highlights the continued innovation driven by the longstanding partnership between EFG, Intel^®, and Acer.

"At ESL FACEIT Group, we're always looking for ways to bring fans closer to the action, and for the first time ever, this collaboration allows them to step directly into the world of pros,” said Emily Fuller, Vice President, Partner Management, at ESL FACEIT Group. “By bringing the Predator Orion 7000 to the tournament stage and making it available to fans, we’re truly bridging the gap between the community and the elite level of competition. This sets a new benchmark for the fan experience and the future of esports hardware.”

“We’re proud to see the Predator Orion 7000 take center stage at IEM Cologne as the official tournament PC,” said Vincent Lin, Associate Vice President, Global Marketing and Planning, Acer. “This marks a major milestone for the Predator brand and underscores our dedication to delivering performance-driven hardware that meets the demands of both professionals and fans alike. Together with EFG and Intel, we’re helping raise the bar for what gamers can expect on and off the stage.”

“Intel is thrilled to support this milestone moment for IEM Cologne and to power the Predator Orion 7000 with our latest Intel® Core™ Ultra processors,” said Josh Newman, Vice President, General Manager of Consumer PC Segment, Client Computing Group, Intel. “For the pros onstage and the fans on the floor and around the globe, Intel is powering peak performance and a seamless gaming experience.”

Fans attending IEM Cologne will have an opportunity to engage with the Predator Orion 7000 first-hand:

This campaign reflects a shared mission between EFG, Acer, and Intel^® to bridge the gap between professional players and fans, bringing esports closer to the community through technology access and unforgettable experiences. To learn more about the Predator Orion 7000 or explore exclusive IEM Cologne offers, visit the official website.

For more information about IEM Cologne 2025 and the latest updates on the event, please head over to the official website and follow ESL Counter-Strike on X, Facebook, and Instagram.

For more information on ESL FACEIT Group, visit eslfaceitgroup.com and follow EFG on LinkedIn.

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^{About ESL FACEIT Group}

^{ESL FACEIT Group (EFG) is the leading esports and video game entertainment company dedicated to creating worlds beyond gameplay where players and fans become community. EFG is built on a legacy of world-renowned brands including ESL, FACEIT, and DreamHack, providing innovative ecosystems for global communities of players, fans and creators around the games they love. Working alongside leading partners, brands and global IPs, EFG operates an unmatched portfolio of live events, digital platforms and developer tools that reach and engage millions of gamers worldwide. For more information visit www.eslfaceitgroup.com.}

^{About ESL}

^{ESL creates a world where everybody can be somebody. For more than two decades, we have been shaping the industry and leading esports and gaming innovation globally across the most popular video games, creating a comprehensive ecosystem with opportunities for players to go from zero to hero and for fans to witness the best stories esports has to offer. The ESL portfolio consists of high-profile products such as the ESL Pro Tour, Intel® Extreme Masters, the Snapdragon Pro Series, and many more, ranging from grassroots to global elite competitions. ESL is part of ESL FACEIT Group, the leading esports and video game entertainment company.}

^{About Intel® Extreme Masters}

^{Intel® Extreme Masters is the longest-running global professional esports tournament circuit in the world. Started in 2006 by Intel® and ESL, the competition features the world’s best gamers in Counter-Strike: Global Offensive, StarCraft® II, and other esport titles. Approaching two decades of history and many record-breaking events in terms of viewership and stadium attendance, IEM is widely considered one of the most prestigious and traditional esports tournaments in the world (www.intelextrememasters.com).}

^{About Acer}

^{Founded in 1976, Acer is one of the world’s top technology companies with a presence in more than 160 countries. The company continues to evolve by embracing innovation across its offerings, which include computers and displays, while branching out to new businesses. Acer is also committed to sustainable growth, exploring new opportunities that align with its environmental and social responsibilities. The Acer Group employs over 9,000 employees that contribute to the research, design, marketing, sales and support of products, solutions, and services that break barriers between people and technology. Visit www.acer.com for more information.}

^{About Intel®}

^{Intel® is a global leader in computing innovation. With decades of experience powering the world’s most demanding gaming and esports environments, Intel® continues to push what’s possible with cutting-edge processors and technology that fuel the future of play.}