Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (2024) vs Acer Predator Helios 16 (2024)
Both on the Intel Core i9-14900HX, 2.8 vs 2.6 kg. Every spec side by side.
Size and weight
Drawn to the same scale. Base configuration.
Price and overview | ||
| Specification | Predator Helios Neo 16 (2024) | Predator Helios 16 (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Price (India) | ₹1,34,999 | ₹1,89,999 |
| Starting Configuration | i7-14700HX, 16 GB, 1 TB, RTX 4050 | i7-14700HX, 16 GB, 1 TB, RTX 4070 |
| Top Price (India) | ₹1,79,999 | ₹2,49,999 |
| Announced | January 2024 | January 2024 |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Home Single Language | Windows 11 Home Single Language |
| Model Numbers | PHN16-72 | PH16-72 |
Design | ||
| Dimensions | 357.8 x 278.6 x 25.95 mm | 357.8 x 277.6 x 26.9 mm |
| Thickness | 25.95 mm | 26.9 mm |
| Weight | 2.8 kg | 2.6 kg |
| Build | Anodized abyssal black cover with laser-etched encrypted code | Abyssal black chassis with RGB Predator cover logo and rear Infinity Mirror lighting bar |
| Colours | Abyssal Black | Abyssal Black |
Display | ||
| Size | 16-inch (16:10) | 16-inch (16:10) |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) or 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA) | 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA) |
| Panel Type | IPS | IPS |
| Anti-Glare | Yes (matte) | Yes (matte) |
| Panel Type (Other Panels) | Not published by Acer | Mini LED (some regions) |
| Refresh Rate | 165 Hz / 240 Hz (WQXGA) | 240 Hz (250 Hz Mini LED option) |
| Brightness | 400 nits (WUXGA) / 500 nits (WQXGA) | 500 nits (IPS) / up to 1000 nits (Mini LED) |
| Colour Gamut | 100% sRGB (165 Hz panels) / 100% DCI-P3 (240 Hz WQXGA) | 100% DCI-P3 |
| Touchscreen | No | No |
Performance | ||
| Processor Options | Intel Core i7-14650HX / Core i7-14700HX / Core i9-14900HX | Intel Core i7-14700HX / Core i9-14900HX |
| Top Processor | Intel Core i9-14900HX, 24 cores (8P + 16E), 32 threads, up to 5.8 GHz | Intel Core i9-14900HX, 24 cores (8P + 16E), 32 threads, up to 5.8 GHz |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 6 GB / RTX 4060 8 GB / RTX 4070 8 GB (up to 140 W) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 8 GB / RTX 4080 12 GB (India), up to RTX 4090 16 GB globally, up to 175 W |
| NPU | None | None |
| RAM Options | 16 GB | 16 GB / 32 GB |
| RAM Type | DDR5-5600 | DDR5 |
| Max RAM | 32 GB | Not published by Acer |
| Storage Options | 1 TB | 1 TB / 2 TB |
| Storage Type | PCIe Gen 4 NVMe SSD | PCIe Gen 4 NVMe SSD |
| Max Storage | 2 TB (RAID 0) | Not published by Acer |
Battery and charging | ||
| Battery | 90 Wh | 90 Wh |
| Battery Life | Up to 6 hours | Up to 6.5 hours |
| Charger | 230W (RTX 4050) / 330W | 330W |
Ports and wireless | ||
| Thunderbolt | 2x Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C) | 2x Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C) |
| USB-A | 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 2 (one with power-off charging), 1x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 | 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 2 (one with power-off charging), 1x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 |
| HDMI | HDMI 2.1 | HDMI |
| SD Card Slot | microSD card reader | microSD card reader |
| Headphone Jack | 3.5 mm audio jack | 3.5 mm audio jack |
| Ethernet | 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45) | Ethernet (RJ-45) |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E (Killer AX1675i), Killer DoubleShot Pro | Wi-Fi 7 (Killer BE1750x) |
| Bluetooth | No info | Bluetooth 5.3 |
Extras | ||
| Webcam | 1080p (720p on some WUXGA) | 1080p |
| Webcam Features | TNR, Acer PurifiedView | TNR, Acer PurifiedView |
| Speakers | 2 speakers (stereo) | 2 speakers (stereo) |
| Microphones | Acer PurifiedVoice 2.0 | 3 mics, PurifiedVoice 2.0 |
| Audio Tuning | DTS:X Ultra | DTS:X Ultra |
| Keyboard Backlight | 4-zone RGB | Per-key RGB |
| Numeric Keypad | Yes | Yes |
| Copilot Key | Yes | Yes |
| Per-Key RGB | Not published by Acer | Yes |
| TPM | Firmware TPM | Firmware TPM |
| Notable Features | 5th Gen AeroBlade 3D fans, liquid metal on CPU, vector heat pipes, PredatorSense 5.0 | 5th Gen AeroBlade 3D fans, liquid metal on CPU, vector heat pipes, MagKey 3.0 |