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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Acer Predator Helios 16 is typically less expensive than the ASUS ROG Flow X13 and offers a larger 16-inch screen with a higher refresh rate which is great for fast-motion scenarios such as gaming. Although the Helios has better performance for 3D, machine learning, and engineering tasks due to its powerful CPU, the ASUS ROG Flow X13 has a more portable design, longer battery life, and features like touchscreen and facial recognition which the Helios lacks. The ASUS is also lighter and may offer a better keyboard and webcam experience. Consider the Helios for intensive tasks and if you prefer a larger display, while the ASUS is more suitable if portability and premium features weigh more in your decision. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Predator Helios 16
- Very good for gaming and AI
Advantages of the ASUS ROG Flow X13
- Very good for software development
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good portability
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.5
7.8
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.4/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.2/10
The Acer Predator Helios 16 is very good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS ROG Flow X13 is good.
The Acer Predator Helios 16 stands out for gaming and 3D tasks with a higher screen refresh rate, offering smoother motion and a more responsive gaming experience than the ASUS ROG Flow X13, although both have the same powerful GPU. While both laptops have high-quality IPS displays, the Helios 16's larger screen size contributes to a more immersive gaming environment compared to the smaller, yet more portable and versatile Flow X13, which also offers touchscreen capability.
Screen Quality
8.8
8.4
16.0in
SIZE
13.4in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
498.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
511.0 nits
The Acer Predator Helios 16 has a better screen than the ASUS ROG Flow X13 for gaming and AI, while the ASUS ROG Flow X13 has a better screen for content creation.
For general use, the Acer Predator Helios 16 and ASUS ROG Flow X13 deliver sharp, clear visuals and brightness, making documents and websites easy to read and videos enjoyable to watch. When it comes to engineering and design, both laptops offer a wide range of colors, allowing for accurate color work needed in professional editing and modeling software. However, for gaming and 3D, their screens can't keep up with the fast refresh rates some games demand, so motion may not be as smooth, affecting the gaming experience.
Battery
6.5 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Acer Predator Helios 16 has 6.5 hours of battery life. The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has 8 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Portability
Fair
Very Good
16.0in
SIZE
13.4in
5.7 lbs
WEIGHT
2.8 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has very good portability, while the Acer Predator Helios 16 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4
8.5
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has very good build quality, while the Acer Predator Helios 16 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,236
$2,500
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The Acer Predator Helios 16 has a price of $1,236 and the ASUS ROG Flow X13 costs $2,500.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.0
8.1
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
498.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
511.0 nits
6.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
6.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.7/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 and Acer Predator Helios 16 are both very good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 leads in portability and has a very good screen quality, being lighter and offering a convertible 2-in-1 form factor that enhances its use for general tasks, with a higher portability score than the Acer Predator Helios 16. However, the Acer has respectable performance and screen quality for general use but falls short in battery life and portability when compared to the ASUS, making it less ideal for those who need to use their laptop on the go.
Engineering and Design
8.7
8.5
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Acer Predator Helios 16 and ASUS ROG Flow X13 are both very good for engineering and design.
The Acer Predator Helios 16 and ASUS ROG Flow X13 both excel in engineering and design use because they have powerful CPUs, high-quality GPUs, ample RAM, and high-resolution, color-accurate screens, which are crucial for software performance and visual fidelity in such tasks. While the Helios 16 offers a larger screen, the ROG Flow X13's advantage of portability and a touchscreen feature provide additional flexibility for on-the-go usage and interactive design work.
Content Creation
8.2
8.2
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 and Acer Predator Helios 16 are both very good for content creation.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
7.9
8.0
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Flow X13 to be very good for software development, while the Acer Predator Helios 16 is good.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
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How the Acer Predator Helios 16 and the ASUS ROG Flow X13 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Acer Predator Helios 16 | ASUS ROG Flow X13 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,236 | $2,500 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2023 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 10.9'' x 1'' | 11.8'' x 8.4'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.73 lbs | 2.87 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.15" | 11.77" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.88" | 8.35" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13700HX | AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6.5 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 75 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 13.4" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 240Hz | 165Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 498 nits | 511 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.4/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 7.3/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Acer Predator Helios 16
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Samuel Horti | June 2023
"The Predator Helios 16 stacks up well against its closest competition in benchmark comparisons. The Acer Predator Helios 16 isn't perfect. It's bulky, its lid feels flimsy and some of its keys are just too damned small – but none of its problems are fatal, and it shines where it counts. The powerful graphics and processor combo are spot on for this price point, the fans stop it getting hot under pressure, and the display is as good as you’ll find under $2,500. It's simply one of the best laptops to play demanding games on."
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Sebastian Bade | February 2021
"The Asus ROG Flow X13 is not an off-the-shelf convertible. This quickly becomes clear when you take a closer look at the technical specs. The AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS is a state-of-the-art SoC with 8 cores and 16 threads, which also makes the 2-in-1 interesting as a work device. With 32 GB of RAM and a 1 TB SSD, gamers are also well taken care of. The dedicated Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q fits well into the overall concept and ensures a solid 3D performance. With the eGPU dock, which is equipped with a GeForce RTX 3080, the small convertible transforms into a full-fledged desktop replacement in terms of performance."
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About Acer
Acer is a prominent Taiwanese electronics brand which makes a wide range of laptops, with multiple product lines catering to personal use, gaming, and business use. They are renowned for having exceptional value for money, as they frequently offer good specifications at a lower price than other manufacturers.
About ASUS
ASUS, a Taiwanese electronics brand, is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. The majority of their laptops are targeted towards personal use or gaming. Their most popular product lines include the budget-friendly VivoBook, more premium ZenBook, and their TUF and ROG gaming laptops, the latter of which has a reputation for excellent gaming performance.
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