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MagyarAcer Predator Helios Neo 16 Series
Processor: Intel Raptor Lake-HX i5-13500HX, Intel Raptor Lake-HX i7-13700HX, Intel Raptor Lake-HX i7-14700HX, Intel Raptor Lake-HX i9-14900HXGraphics Adapter: NVIDIA NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 Laptop GPU, NVIDIA NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU, NVIDIA NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070, NVIDIA NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop GPU
Display: 16.00 inch, 18.00 inch
Weight: 2.6kg, 2.624kg, 3.4kg
Price: 1599, 1900, 1999, 2000 euro
Average Score:
Average of 22 scores (from 36 reviews)
Average of 22 scores (from 36 reviews)
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 PHN16-71
The Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 PHN16-71 is a new gaming laptop that was launched in April 2023. It features a 16-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of either 1920 x 1200 or 2560 x 1600 and a refresh rate of 165 Hz. It is powered by an Intel Core i5 or i7 processor of the 13th generation and a Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050, 4060 or 4070 graphics card. It also has up to 32 GB of DDR5 RAM and up to 2 TB of SSD storage. It has a battery capacity of 90 Wh and a weight of 2.8 kg.
Some of its competitors are:
• The Acer Predator Helios 16 PH16-71, which is a similar model but with a slightly larger case, a higher resolution screen (2560 x 1600), a more powerful processor (Intel Core i7 or i9) and graphics card (Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050, 4060, 4070 or 4080), and a lower weight (2.7 kg).
• The Asus ROG Zephyrus G16, which is another gaming laptop with a 16-inch display (2560 x 1600), an Intel Core i7 or i9 processor, a Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050, 4060 or 4070 graphics card, up to 32 GB of DDR5 RAM and up to 2 TB of SSD storage. It has a battery capacity of 90 Wh and a weight of 2.6 kg.
• The MSI Pulse 15, which is a thinner and lighter gaming laptop with a 15.6-inch display (1920 x 1080 or 2560 x 1440), an Intel Core i7 processor, a Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 Ti or RTX 3060 graphics card, up to 32 GB of DDR4 RAM and up to 1 TB of SSD storage. It has a battery capacity of 80 Wh and a weight of 1.9 kg.
Specifications
Notebook: Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 PHN16-71Processor: Intel Raptor Lake-HX i5-13500HX
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 Laptop GPU 6144 MB
Display: 16.00 inch, 16:10, 2560 x 1600 pixels
Weight: 2.6kg
Links: Acer homepage Acer notebook section
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Average Score:
Average of 4 scores (from 5 reviews)
Reviews
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 Review: Leader of the Budget Gaming Laptops
Source: CNet
The Predator Helios Neo 16 isn't lacking in external connections, though, with ports on each side and also on the back edge. For starters, the power connector is located on the back, which is an arrangement I like because it means you can remain comfortably plugged in whether you're sitting to the left or right of the nearest outlet, and it keeps the cable out of the way on a desk. Also on the back are two USB-C Thunderbolt 4 ports and an HDMI port, so display and external storage cables won't add to desk clutter, either. Elsewhere, you get a USB-A port, an Ethernet jack, a combo audio port and a microSD card slot on the left and two more USB-A ports on the right edge. All things being equal -- and the list price for each is $1,200 for the RTX 4050 configs we tested -- the Predator Helios Neo 16 has the edge over the Nitro 16 for its faster frame rates, aluminum top cover and higher-resolution webcam.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 02/19/2024
Rating: Total score: 84%
Source: CNet
The Predator Helios Neo 16 isn't lacking in external connections, though, with ports on each side and also on the back edge. For starters, the power connector is located on the back, which is an arrangement I like because it means you can remain comfortably plugged in whether you're sitting to the left or right of the nearest outlet, and it keeps the cable out of the way on a desk. Also on the back are two USB-C Thunderbolt 4 ports and an HDMI port, so display and external storage cables won't add to desk clutter, either. Elsewhere, you get a USB-A port, an Ethernet jack, a combo audio port and a microSD card slot on the left and two more USB-A ports on the right edge. All things being equal -- and the list price for each is $1,200 for the RTX 4050 configs we tested -- the Predator Helios Neo 16 has the edge over the Nitro 16 for its faster frame rates, aluminum top cover and higher-resolution webcam.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 02/19/2024
Rating: Total score: 84%
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 Review
Source: PC Mag
The Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 sacrifices portability and a truly budget price in the name of additional power. While remaining relatively budget-friendly, this gaming laptop packs serious processing chops, and Acer optimizes its internals to deliver respectable 1080p (or 1200p) gameplay from an RTX 4050. Its keyboard and chassis design won't win it any awards, but its display is a cut above for the price. And you might find this model on sale, if you're lucky; that would make the whole package a borderline Editors' Choice pick for us, at $100 or $200 less. If you largely keep your laptop in one place, the Neo 16 is well worth considering. It's just that the Gigabyte Aorus 15 BMF is the surer budget bet.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/29/2023
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: PC Mag
The Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 sacrifices portability and a truly budget price in the name of additional power. While remaining relatively budget-friendly, this gaming laptop packs serious processing chops, and Acer optimizes its internals to deliver respectable 1080p (or 1200p) gameplay from an RTX 4050. Its keyboard and chassis design won't win it any awards, but its display is a cut above for the price. And you might find this model on sale, if you're lucky; that would make the whole package a borderline Editors' Choice pick for us, at $100 or $200 less. If you largely keep your laptop in one place, the Neo 16 is well worth considering. It's just that the Gigabyte Aorus 15 BMF is the surer budget bet.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/29/2023
Rating: Total score: 80%
How to open Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16-71) - disassembly and upgrade options
Source: Laptop Media
Support, online available, Very Short, Date: 06/28/2023
Source: Laptop Media
Support, online available, Very Short, Date: 06/28/2023
Foreign Reviews
Ein Gaming-Bolide auch für Nicht-Spieler?
Source: Netzwelt
DE→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 05/01/2023
Rating: Total score: 85% performance: 90% features: 90% display: 80% ergonomy: 70%
Source: Netzwelt
DE→ENSingle Review, online available, Long, Date: 05/01/2023
Rating: Total score: 85% performance: 90% features: 90% display: 80% ergonomy: 70%
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16: Mycket dator till rätt pris
Source: M3 PC för alla
SV→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/19/2024
Rating: Total score: 79%
Source: M3 PC för alla
SV→ENSingle Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/19/2024
Rating: Total score: 79%
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 PHN16-71-702Z
The Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 PHN16-71 is a new gaming laptop that was launched in April 2023. It features a 16-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of either 1920 x 1200 or 2560 x 1600 and a refresh rate of 165 Hz. It is powered by an Intel Core i5 or i7 processor of the 13th generation and a Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050, 4060 or 4070 graphics card. It also has up to 32 GB of DDR5 RAM and up to 2 TB of SSD storage. It has a battery capacity of 90 Wh and a weight of 2.8 kg.
Some of its competitors are:
• The Acer Predator Helios 16 PH16-71, which is a similar model but with a slightly larger case, a higher resolution screen (2560 x 1600), a more powerful processor (Intel Core i7 or i9) and graphics card (Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050, 4060, 4070 or 4080), and a lower weight (2.7 kg).
• The Asus ROG Zephyrus G16, which is another gaming laptop with a 16-inch display (2560 x 1600), an Intel Core i7 or i9 processor, a Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050, 4060 or 4070 graphics card, up to 32 GB of DDR5 RAM and up to 2 TB of SSD storage. It has a battery capacity of 90 Wh and a weight of 2.6 kg.
• The MSI Pulse 15, which is a thinner and lighter gaming laptop with a 15.6-inch display (1920 x 1080 or 2560 x 1440), an Intel Core i7 processor, a Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 Ti or RTX 3060 graphics card, up to 32 GB of DDR4 RAM and up to 1 TB of SSD storage. It has a battery capacity of 80 Wh and a weight of 1.9 kg.
Specifications
Notebook: Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 PHN16-71-702ZProcessor: Intel Raptor Lake-HX i7-13700HX
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU 8192 MB
Display: 16.00 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 2.6kg
Price: 2000 euro
Links: Acer homepage Acer notebook section
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Average Score:
Average of 12 scores (from 20 reviews)
Reviews
Acer Helios Neo 16 Review: Quirky or annoying?
Source: Htxt Africa
For an RRP of R37 999, the Acer Helios Neo 16 merely flutters among stars when it comes to raw performance power. You will not be disappointed by its capabilities in this department, but it’s not quite the Sun yet, despite its name. Solid RAM, discrete graphics, display, and processor for the price range, but this is offset by the fact that it must be plugged in to be truly enjoyed, it desperately needs more storage space and it’s bloated with needless software. It is a desktop PC masquerading as a notebook, but overall it has real potential for a patient soul willing to put up with its quirks.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/20/2023
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Htxt Africa
For an RRP of R37 999, the Acer Helios Neo 16 merely flutters among stars when it comes to raw performance power. You will not be disappointed by its capabilities in this department, but it’s not quite the Sun yet, despite its name. Solid RAM, discrete graphics, display, and processor for the price range, but this is offset by the fact that it must be plugged in to be truly enjoyed, it desperately needs more storage space and it’s bloated with needless software. It is a desktop PC masquerading as a notebook, but overall it has real potential for a patient soul willing to put up with its quirks.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/20/2023
Rating: Total score: 80%
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 Review: Should you buy?
Source: Gadgetbyte Nepal
So in conclusion, the Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 is not the easy recommendation I was hoping it would be. Yes, it offers great 1080p (and even 1440p) gaming results — with commendable thermals, display, and everything. But I’m not sure if all that’s enough to justify its price tag versus all the competition. Especially since a couple of them with more powerful last-gen RTX 3070 Ti graphics are currently available at much lower prices than what Acer is asking for this thing. But if you really want DLSS 3 — which is unfortunately exclusive to the RTX 40 series — and if you can find it on some amazing deals, then the Helios Neo 16 is definitely worth grabbing as well. The Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (2023) gets almost everything right. A bit more aggressive pricing would've been 10/10 but the Helios Neo 16 is a fantastic gaming laptop for everything it offers.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/20/2023
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 80% performance: 90% display: 90% mobility: 80% workmanship: 90% ergonomy: 80%
Source: Gadgetbyte Nepal
So in conclusion, the Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 is not the easy recommendation I was hoping it would be. Yes, it offers great 1080p (and even 1440p) gaming results — with commendable thermals, display, and everything. But I’m not sure if all that’s enough to justify its price tag versus all the competition. Especially since a couple of them with more powerful last-gen RTX 3070 Ti graphics are currently available at much lower prices than what Acer is asking for this thing. But if you really want DLSS 3 — which is unfortunately exclusive to the RTX 40 series — and if you can find it on some amazing deals, then the Helios Neo 16 is definitely worth grabbing as well. The Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (2023) gets almost everything right. A bit more aggressive pricing would've been 10/10 but the Helios Neo 16 is a fantastic gaming laptop for everything it offers.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/20/2023
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 80% performance: 90% display: 90% mobility: 80% workmanship: 90% ergonomy: 80%
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 review: a fair price for a fine device
Source: Techradar
Acer offers a sidegrade to its mainstream Predator gaming lineup with this 'Neo' variant, which proves to be a fine laptop given its sensible pricing and good performance. It also offers a fantastic display and good thermal performance - just be prepared for the fans to get noisy when you're gaming on it.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/19/2023
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 90% performance: 80% mobility: 60% workmanship: 80%
Source: Techradar
Acer offers a sidegrade to its mainstream Predator gaming lineup with this 'Neo' variant, which proves to be a fine laptop given its sensible pricing and good performance. It also offers a fantastic display and good thermal performance - just be prepared for the fans to get noisy when you're gaming on it.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/19/2023
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 90% performance: 80% mobility: 60% workmanship: 80%
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 Review
Source: Trusted Reviews
I can see what Acer is trying to do with the Predator Helios Neo, but I think it’s missed the mark. To pitch a machine above the Nitro range convincingly, they should have added some genuinely enhanced features like a 1080p webcam, biometric security, a 240Hz display and a 1TD SSD as standard. And maybe make it smaller and lighter. That would have put some clear water between the Neo and the high-end Nitro 16, which, remember, for the exact same price, can be picked up with a more powerful RTX 4070 GPU, more memory and a higher-resolution display. As it stands, the Predator Helios Neo is a perfectly decent gaming laptop, but I can’t think of a single reason to buy it over the Nitro 16 unless you absolutely must have three rather than two USB-A ports and Thunderbolt rather than USB 3.2 Gen 2 spec Type-C ports which the Nitro has thanks to its, admittedly less powerful, AMD Ryzen CPU. Check out our Best Gaming Laptop guide for more options.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/13/2023
Rating: Total score: 60%
Source: Trusted Reviews
I can see what Acer is trying to do with the Predator Helios Neo, but I think it’s missed the mark. To pitch a machine above the Nitro range convincingly, they should have added some genuinely enhanced features like a 1080p webcam, biometric security, a 240Hz display and a 1TD SSD as standard. And maybe make it smaller and lighter. That would have put some clear water between the Neo and the high-end Nitro 16, which, remember, for the exact same price, can be picked up with a more powerful RTX 4070 GPU, more memory and a higher-resolution display. As it stands, the Predator Helios Neo is a perfectly decent gaming laptop, but I can’t think of a single reason to buy it over the Nitro 16 unless you absolutely must have three rather than two USB-A ports and Thunderbolt rather than USB 3.2 Gen 2 spec Type-C ports which the Nitro has thanks to its, admittedly less powerful, AMD Ryzen CPU. Check out our Best Gaming Laptop guide for more options.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/13/2023
Rating: Total score: 60%
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 review: Affordable, but with all the frills
Source: PC World
It goes without saying you’re probably going to get less for your money when you buy a laptop that costs approximately $1,000 rather than a laptop that costs 3,000 to $4,000. But what do you compromise on for spending less – CPU / GPU power? Ports? A smaller display? A less than optional keyboard? Thankfully, you don’t have to miss out on any of these all-important factors with the Helios Neo 16, which makes it an excellent value-for-money proposition for gamers on a budget.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 08/11/2023
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: PC World
It goes without saying you’re probably going to get less for your money when you buy a laptop that costs approximately $1,000 rather than a laptop that costs 3,000 to $4,000. But what do you compromise on for spending less – CPU / GPU power? Ports? A smaller display? A less than optional keyboard? Thankfully, you don’t have to miss out on any of these all-important factors with the Helios Neo 16, which makes it an excellent value-for-money proposition for gamers on a budget.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 08/11/2023
Rating: Total score: 80%
How to open Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16-71) - disassembly and upgrade options
Source: Laptop Media
Support, online available, Very Short, Date: 06/28/2023
Source: Laptop Media
Support, online available, Very Short, Date: 06/28/2023
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 Review - The More Affordable Option!
Source: Matthew Moniz
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/24/2023
Source: Matthew Moniz
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/24/2023
Acer Helios Neo 16 (2023) Review - Still one of the Best?
Source: Jarrod'sTech
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 06/20/2023
Source: Jarrod'sTech
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 06/20/2023
Foreign Reviews
Günstiges & gutes Gaming-Notebook
Source: PC Welt DE→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/08/2023
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: PC Welt
DE→ENSingle Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/08/2023
Rating: Total score: 80%
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16
Source: PCtipp.ch DE→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/19/2023
Rating: Total score: 90%
Source: PCtipp.ch
DE→ENSingle Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/19/2023
Rating: Total score: 90%
Zwischen Nitro und High End
Source: HardwareLuxx DE→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 05/07/2023
Source: HardwareLuxx
DE→ENSingle Review, online available, Long, Date: 05/07/2023
ACER Predator Helios Neo 16, review en español
Source: Game IT
ES→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/24/2023
Rating: Total score: 82% workmanship: 90% ergonomy: 80%
Source: Game IT
ES→ENSingle Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/24/2023
Rating: Total score: 82% workmanship: 90% ergonomy: 80%
Análisis: Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 review en español (13700HX + RTX 4060)
Source: Geektopia ES→EN
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/08/2023
Rating: Total score: 85%
Source: Geektopia
ES→ENSingle Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/08/2023
Rating: Total score: 85%
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 Review
Source: Geeknetic ES→EN
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/04/2023
Rating: Total score: 90%
Source: Geeknetic
ES→ENSingle Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/04/2023
Rating: Total score: 90%
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 Review: Un portátil de gama media para gaming y productividad
Source: Noticias 3D ES→EN
Positive: Decent hardware; elegant design; big screen; nice display; comfortable keyboard. Negative: Overheats while using; short battery life.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 06/19/2023
Source: Noticias 3D
ES→ENPositive: Decent hardware; elegant design; big screen; nice display; comfortable keyboard. Negative: Overheats while using; short battery life.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 06/19/2023
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16, portátil equilibrado con una RTX 4060
Source: El chapuzas Informatico ES→EN
Positive: Great hardware; big screen; beautiful display; good connectivity; comfortable keyboard. Negative: Relatively high price.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 05/02/2023
Source: El chapuzas Informatico
ES→ENPositive: Great hardware; big screen; beautiful display; good connectivity; comfortable keyboard. Negative: Relatively high price.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 05/02/2023
ACER Predator Helios Neo 16: la recensione di un portatile da gaming con i7-13700HX e RTX 4060
Source: Multiplayer IT
IT→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 05/27/2023
Rating: Total score: 75%
Source: Multiplayer IT
IT→ENSingle Review, online available, Long, Date: 05/27/2023
Rating: Total score: 75%
Test Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 : Un PC portable performant mais bruyant
Source: Charles Tech
FR→EN
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 08/15/2023
Rating: Total score: 71% performance: 90% display: 70% mobility: 60% ergonomy: 70%
Source: Charles Tech
FR→ENSingle Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 08/15/2023
Rating: Total score: 71% performance: 90% display: 70% mobility: 60% ergonomy: 70%
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 – nowy król gamingu
Source: Co Nowego
PL→EN
Positive: Powerful hardware; high gaming performance; impressive cooling system; decent speakers.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 05/25/2023
Source: Co Nowego
PL→ENPositive: Powerful hardware; high gaming performance; impressive cooling system; decent speakers.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 05/25/2023
Review Predator Helios Neo 16 | Sweet Spot Laptop Gaming 2023!
Source: Pemmzchannel
ID→EN
Positive: Powerful processor; great dedicated graphics card; long battery life; compact size.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/15/2023
Source: Pemmzchannel
ID→ENPositive: Powerful processor; great dedicated graphics card; long battery life; compact size.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/15/2023
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 NH.QLTEG.002
Specifications
Notebook: Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 NH.QLTEG.002Processor: Intel Raptor Lake-HX i5-13500HX
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 Laptop GPU 6144 MB
Display: 16.00 inch, 16:10, 1920 x 1200 pixels
Weight: 2.6kg
Price: 1599 euro
Links: Acer homepage Acer notebook section
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Reviews
Predator Helios Neo 16 laptop review: Acer has created a gaming chimera | Notebookcheck
The gaming laptop Predator Helios Neo 16 from Acer is supposedly a cheaper alternative to the regular Helios 16, while still offering a variety of mid-range features, such as an extremely robust and sleek case, lots of connectivity options, a desktop-class CPU, as well as a powerful cooling system which makes use of liquid metal. In this review, you can find out whether this concept is a success.
The gaming laptop Predator Helios Neo 16 from Acer is supposedly a cheaper alternative to the regular Helios 16, while still offering a variety of mid-range features, such as an extremely robust and sleek case, lots of connectivity options, a desktop-class CPU, as well as a powerful cooling system which makes use of liquid metal. In this review, you can find out whether this concept is a success.
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 PHN16-71, i5-13500HX RTX 4060
Specifications
Notebook: Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 PHN16-71, i5-13500HX RTX 4060Processor: Intel Raptor Lake-HX i5-13500HX
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU 8192 MB
Display: 16.00 inch, 16:10, 1920 x 1200 pixels
Weight: 2.6kg
Links: Acer homepage Acer notebook section
Pricecompare
Reviews
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16-71) review – is that… a Nitro?
Source: Laptop Media
As it happens, Acer sells two devices that share almost the same name. While the Helios Neo 16 might sound like something new, or a laptop out of The Matrix, it is nothing more than a rebranded Acer Nitro 16. This is not bad, of course, as you get two Thunderbolt 4 ports and a MicroSD card slot. In addition, the CPU is treated to a liquid metal thermal compound. To be honest, though, it made very little, if any difference. Acer has to get on top of the low P-core clocks issue. We are pretty confident that this can be done over-the-air, via an update to the firmware, or the BIOS. Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16-71)’s IPS panel has a WQXGA resolution, comfortable viewing angles, a very high maximum brightness, and a good contrast ratio. Its backlight doesn’t use PWM for brightness adjustment, which makes the laptop great for long gaming sessions.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 06/28/2023
Source: Laptop Media
As it happens, Acer sells two devices that share almost the same name. While the Helios Neo 16 might sound like something new, or a laptop out of The Matrix, it is nothing more than a rebranded Acer Nitro 16. This is not bad, of course, as you get two Thunderbolt 4 ports and a MicroSD card slot. In addition, the CPU is treated to a liquid metal thermal compound. To be honest, though, it made very little, if any difference. Acer has to get on top of the low P-core clocks issue. We are pretty confident that this can be done over-the-air, via an update to the firmware, or the BIOS. Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16-71)’s IPS panel has a WQXGA resolution, comfortable viewing angles, a very high maximum brightness, and a good contrast ratio. Its backlight doesn’t use PWM for brightness adjustment, which makes the laptop great for long gaming sessions.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 06/28/2023
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 PHN16-71, i5-13700HX RTX 4070
Specifications
Notebook: Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 PHN16-71, i5-13700HX RTX 4070Processor: Intel Raptor Lake-HX i7-13700HX
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop GPU 8192 MB
Display: 16.00 inch, 16:10, 2560 x 1600 pixels
Weight: 2.6kg
Price: 1900 euro
Links: Acer homepage Acer notebook section
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Reviews
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 Laptop Review — Affordable mobile gaming doesn’t have to be all compromises
Source: Ausdroid
The look of the laptop is slick enough to be suitable in a working environment, but has enough flair to also fit in among the gaming users. I can see a lot of users who play games and dabble in content creation using a machine like this to cover all their needs while remaining somewhat mobile. It’s a highly capable machine, so if you’re looking for something with a lot of bang for your buck, it’s worth jumping on the current special.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 01/09/2024
Source: Ausdroid
The look of the laptop is slick enough to be suitable in a working environment, but has enough flair to also fit in among the gaming users. I can see a lot of users who play games and dabble in content creation using a machine like this to cover all their needs while remaining somewhat mobile. It’s a highly capable machine, so if you’re looking for something with a lot of bang for your buck, it’s worth jumping on the current special.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 01/09/2024
Acer Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (2024)
Specifications
Notebook: Acer Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (2024)Processor: Intel Raptor Lake-HX i7-14700HX
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop GPU 8192 MB
Display: 16.00 inch, 16:10, 2560 x 1600 pixels
Weight: 2.624kg
Price: 1999 euro
Links: Acer homepage Acer notebook section
Pricecompare
Average Score:
Average of 3 scores (from 4 reviews)
Reviews
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16-72) review: big and powerful
Source: Gadgetguy
A laptop built for raw gaming power above all else, the Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 helps games run and look their best. It makes a lot of noise and has a short battery life, which are reasonable trade-offs for those wanting a high-powered gaming laptop.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/31/2024
Rating: Total score: 79% price: 75% performance: 85% workmanship: 75%
Source: Gadgetguy
A laptop built for raw gaming power above all else, the Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 helps games run and look their best. It makes a lot of noise and has a short battery life, which are reasonable trade-offs for those wanting a high-powered gaming laptop.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/31/2024
Rating: Total score: 79% price: 75% performance: 85% workmanship: 75%
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 review: Gaming laptop goes all-in on speed
Source: PC World
The Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 isn’t a terribly glamorous machine, with a hefty design that’s only further weighed down by all the plastic in its construction. But what lurks underneath all that is some wonderfully viable hardware for gaming. Acer has nailed the functional aspects of the design, with an effective cooling system and ample power delivery to the components helping the Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 beat similarly configured competitors at just about every turn. All of that speed is piped out of a display that’s more than good enough to game on, and with plenty of ports, it’s a system that’s ready to plop down into a desktop setup when you want a bigger screen.’ High performance always comes at a price, and the Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 is no budget laptop, but it’s a reasonable price for the hardware packed in.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/14/2024
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: PC World
The Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 isn’t a terribly glamorous machine, with a hefty design that’s only further weighed down by all the plastic in its construction. But what lurks underneath all that is some wonderfully viable hardware for gaming. Acer has nailed the functional aspects of the design, with an effective cooling system and ample power delivery to the components helping the Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 beat similarly configured competitors at just about every turn. All of that speed is piped out of a display that’s more than good enough to game on, and with plenty of ports, it’s a system that’s ready to plop down into a desktop setup when you want a bigger screen.’ High performance always comes at a price, and the Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 is no budget laptop, but it’s a reasonable price for the hardware packed in.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/14/2024
Rating: Total score: 80%
Hands on: Acer Helios Neo 16: a gaming laptop with style and substance at an affordable price
Source: Techradar
The Acer Helios Neo 16 is a refresh that really invests in and builds upon the version from last year. Not only has the 16-inch QHD+ display been upgraded to a 240Hz refresh rate, but the other specs are solid, it has an incredible port selection, and its design is unique and downright cool. It's a well-balanced gaming laptop that's perfect for those looking for a great gaming machine that doesn't break the bank.
Hands-On, online available, Short, Date: 01/12/2024
Source: Techradar
The Acer Helios Neo 16 is a refresh that really invests in and builds upon the version from last year. Not only has the 16-inch QHD+ display been upgraded to a 240Hz refresh rate, but the other specs are solid, it has an incredible port selection, and its design is unique and downright cool. It's a well-balanced gaming laptop that's perfect for those looking for a great gaming machine that doesn't break the bank.
Hands-On, online available, Short, Date: 01/12/2024
Foreign Reviews
Spiele-Notebook zum attraktiven Preis
Source: PC Welt DE→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/09/2024
Rating: Total score: 90%
Source: PC Welt
DE→ENSingle Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/09/2024
Rating: Total score: 90%
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 PHN16-72, i9-14900HX
Specifications
Notebook: Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 PHN16-72, i9-14900HXProcessor: Intel Raptor Lake-HX i9-14900HX
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 8192 MB
Display: 18.00 inch, 16:10, 2560 x 1600 pixels
Weight: 3.4kg
Links: Acer homepage Acer notebook section
Pricecompare
Average Score:
Average of 2 scores (from 4 reviews)
Foreign Reviews
Análisis: Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 PHN16-72 review en español (14900HX y RTX 4070)
Source: Geektopia ES→EN
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 03/20/2024
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Geektopia
ES→ENSingle Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 03/20/2024
Rating: Total score: 80%
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 Review con i9-14900HX y RTX 4070
Source: Profesional Review ES→EN
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 02/12/2024
Rating: Total score: 87% price: 90% performance: 90% display: 89% mobility: 79% workmanship: 87%
Source: Profesional Review
ES→ENSingle Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 02/12/2024
Rating: Total score: 87% price: 90% performance: 90% display: 89% mobility: 79% workmanship: 87%
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 PHN16-72 Review: potencia gaming y excelente pantalla IPS
Source: Noticias 3D ES→EN
Positive: Powerful hardware; high performance; good cooling and silent system; nice cameras; Thunderbolt 4 port.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 02/23/2024
Source: Noticias 3D
ES→ENPositive: Powerful hardware; high performance; good cooling and silent system; nice cameras; Thunderbolt 4 port.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 02/23/2024
Review Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 2024: Helios Neo Naik Kelas?
Source: Jagat Review ID→EN
Positive: Powerful hardware; great performance; attractive display.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/27/2024
Source: Jagat Review
ID→ENPositive: Powerful hardware; great performance; attractive display.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/27/2024
Comment
Acer: In 1976, the company was founded in Taiwan under the name Multitech and was renamed Acer or Acer Group in 1987. The product range includes, for example, laptops, tablets, smartphones, desktops, monitors, TVs and computer peripherals. Since 2007, the group has merged with Gateway Inc. and Packard Bell, which also market their own laptop product lines.
Acer computers are designed for a variety of purposes, including ultrabooks for mobile use, gaming laptops for gamers, affordable options for everyday tasks, and 2-in-1 convertible laptops for versatility. Acer's product portfolio also includes tablets that offer portable computing and multimedia capabilities.
With these GPUs you are able to play modern and demanding games fluently at medium detail settings and HD resolution.
NVIDIA NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 Laptop GPU: Mid-range graphics card for laptops based on the Ada Lovelace architecture. Offers 6 GB of GDDR6 VRAM (96 Bit) and is configurable with a TGP of 35 - 115W (+ Dynamic Boost).
These graphics cards are able to play the latest and most demanding games in high resolutions and full detail settings with enabled Anti-Aliasing.
NVIDIA NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU: High-end graphics card for laptops based on the Ada Lovelace architecture. Offers 8 GB GDDR6 (128 Bit) and is configurable with a TGP of 35 - 115W (+ Dynamic Boost).
NVIDIA NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop GPU: High-end graphics card for laptops based on the Ada Lovelace architecture. Offers 8 GB GDDR6 (128 Bit) and is configurable with a TGP of 35 - 115W (+ Dynamic Boost).
NVIDIA NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070: High-end graphics card based on the AD104 chip with 5,888 cores and 12 GB GDDR6X graphics memory (192 Bit bus).
» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.
Intel Raptor Lake-HX:
i5-13500HX: Mobile CPU based on the Raptor Lake series that offers 14 cores (6 performance, 8 efficiency cores) with up to 4.7 GHz.
i7-13700HX: Mobile CPU based on the Raptor Lake series that offers 16 cores (8 performance, 8 efficiency cores). Similar to the Desktop Core i7-13700K but with reduced clock speeds.
i7-14700HX: High-end mobile hybrid processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture with 20 cores (8 performance and 12 efficiency cores) and 28 threads.
i9-14900HX: High-end mobile hybrid processor based on the Raptor Lake architecture with 24 cores and 32 threads. Clocks at a maximum of 5.8 GHz (P cores).
» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.
16.00:
This range for display formats was and is a rarity. It is larger than the general standard of 15 inches, but not yet in the range of large workstations. One usually has higher screen resolutions available, but portability suffers from that.
» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.
2.6 kg:
With this weight, a laptop is rather heavier than average. Devices in this range shine more with screen size and performance than with mobility.
3.4 kg:
A laptop with this weight is comparatively heavy and less designed for mobility than for use at the desk. Therefore, the devices tend to shine less with battery life than with a large screen and higher performance.
81.07%: This rating is slightly above average, there are somewhat more devices with worse ratings. However, clear purchase recommendations look different.
» Further information can be found in our Notebook Purchase Guide.
