Acer extends 20-year leadership as the Philippines' #1 laptop brand in 2026

Acer maintains its dominance in both consumer and gaming segments, building on two decades of sustained market leadership.

Acer continues its two-decade streak as the Philippines' No. 1 laptop brand. According to Nielsen-GfK data for the first five months of 2026, Acer maintains its dominant position, commanding 37% and 34.5% market shares in the consumer and gaming laptop segments, respectively. 

This enduring performance extends an extraordinary milestone. Acer has been the Philippines' top-ranked laptop brand for 20 consecutive years (2006–2025), an achievement validated by the IDC Quarterly Personal Computing Device Tracker (Q4 2025). The brand enters this year following a historic 2025, where it reached an all-time high of 37.3% total consumer laptop market share, driven by robust performance across its gaming and non-gaming portfolios.

“These achievements are deeply meaningful to us as we celebrate Acer’s 50th anniversary,” said Sue Ong-Lim, Managing Director of Acer Philippines. “They reflect our strong commitment to our mission of breaking barriers between people and technology, one that has guided our innovations for five decades.”

Two decades strong: Acer maintains its leadership as the #1 laptop brand in the Philippines

Acer maintains its dominance in both consumer and gaming segments, building on two decades of sustained market leadership.

Acer continues its two-decade streak as the Philippines' No. 1 laptop brand. According to Nielsen-GfK data for the first five months of 2026, Acer maintains its dominant position, commanding 37% and 34.5% market shares in the consumer and gaming laptop segments, respectively. 

This enduring performance extends an extraordinary milestone. Acer has been the Philippines' top-ranked laptop brand for 20 consecutive years (2006–2025), an achievement validated by the IDC Quarterly Personal Computing Device Tracker (Q4 2025). The brand enters this year following a historic 2025, where it reached an all-time high of 37.3% total consumer laptop market share, driven by robust performance across its gaming and non-gaming portfolios.

“These achievements are deeply meaningful to us as we celebrate Acer’s 50th anniversary,” said Sue Ong-Lim, Managing Director of Acer Philippines. “They reflect our strong commitment to our mission of breaking barriers between people and technology, one that has guided our innovations for five decades.”

Myth Avenue Gaming, Fancy United secure the 2026 Predator Shield

Xipto Esports and InterActive Philippines show their grit by reaching the semifinals.

The Asia Pacific Predator League concluded in New Delhi, India. What began with 24 VALORANT and Dota 2 teams from 14 territories across the Asia-Pacific region culminated in only the best of the best being crowned with the Predator Shield. 

On Day 1 of the tournament, the rising Vietnamese squad Fancy United outdueled fan-favorite BOOM Esports to the surprise of many, lifting the trophy and a $65,000 cut of the prize pool. Young gun Hoàng "Twilight" Minh Dũng was an unstoppable force for the Vietnamese, racking up an impressive 40 kills throughout their series against BOOM Esports. Twilight’s performance earned him the tournament MVP award and a nifty $10,000 cash prize.

Filipino teams stand tall as Group Stages conclude in Asia Pacific Predator League 2024 Grand Finals

The Asia Pacific Predator League 2024 Grand Finals kicked off with an electrifying display of skill and high-octane matches throughout the Group Stages. The Filipino teams have emerged as formidable contenders as the Group Stages reached its conclusion. This premier esports tournament pits 26 VALORANT and Dota 2 teams from the region as they vie for the coveted Predator Shield and the lion’s share of the $200,000 prize pool.

In Dota 2, Filipino powerhouses Blacklist Rivalry and Execration have successfully advanced to the semi-finals, solidifying their positions among the elite.

Intense esports battles and exciting musical acts collide at the Asia Pacific Predator League 2024 Grand Finals

The countdown to the highly anticipated Asia Pacific Predator League 2024 Grand Finals has begun. Twenty-six (26) teams from across the Asia Pacific region will duke it out in front of a roaring crowd on January 13 and 14, 2024, at the SM Mall of Asia Arena for the honor and glory of lifting the coveted Predator Shield. Teams will showcase their prowess and mastery of two highly acclaimed game titles, Dota 2 and VALORANT.

Watch the action live and see which teams will reign supreme and bring home the glory. A combined prize pool of $200,000 is also at stake for the two tournaments. The Dota 2 and VALORANT winners will each take home $65,000. Second-place winners will get $20,000, while third and fourth-place winners will receive $7,500.

“The Predator League is a premier esports tournament in APAC and is the home ground of up-and-coming esports talents. We are very excited as this is the Philippines’ first time hosting the event offline,” said Sue Ong Lim, General Manager at Acer Philippines.