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Updated January 10, 2024·
Choosing between the Acer Predator Helios 16 and the ASUS ROG Strix G16 depends on your priorities. The Acer model generally costs more but offers better performance for 3D rendering, machine learning, and other engineering tasks with its more powerful graphics card. It also has a higher resolution and display refresh rate for smoother visuals, yet it's heavier and has a shorter battery life which affects portability. Conversely, the ASUS is lighter, typically less expensive, and has longer battery life, making it easier to carry around, but sacrifices some performance and screen quality. Both laptops are equipped with similar processors, RAM, and are designed with a gaming appearance, including customizable RGB keyboard lighting. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Predator Helios 16
- Very good for general use
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G16
- Very good speakers
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.5
7.9
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
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 Strix G16 is good.
The Acer Predator Helios 16 features a more powerful Nvidia RTX 4070 graphics card and a higher screen refresh rate of 240Hz, making it very good for gaming and 3D applications; whereas the ASUS ROG Strix G16, with its Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU and a refresh rate of 165Hz, still delivers good gaming and 3D performance but at a slightly lower capability.
Screen Quality
8.8
7.5
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
498.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
291.0 nits
The Acer Predator Helios 16 has a better screen than the ASUS ROG Strix G16 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, the Acer offers a vibrant display with sharp resolution and high brightness, making it comfortable for everyday tasks like browsing and document editing, whereas the ASUS has a good quality display but may not be as bright or sharp. In the context of engineering and design, the Acer Predator excels by providing a wide color range, which ensures that designers see accurate colors, an area where the ASUS is satisfactory but doesn't quite match the Acer's color accuracy and spectrum. However, when it comes to gaming and 3D applications, both the Acer and ASUS may fall short for enthusiasts, as a high refresh rate is crucial for smooth motion and both may lack the desired fluidity for optimal gaming experiences.
Battery
6.5 Hours
9.0 Hours
The Acer Predator Helios 16 has 6.5 hours of battery life. The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has 9 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.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.0
7.7
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
498.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
291.0 nits
6.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
6.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.4/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Acer Predator Helios 16 to be very good for general use, while the ASUS ROG Strix G16 is good.
The Acer Predator Helios 16 offers robust performance with a higher resolution screen and is suited for general use, though it has a shorter battery life and slightly less portability compared to the ASUS ROG Strix G16, which also provides solid performance and longer battery life but has a lower resolution screen.
Engineering and Design
8.7
8.3
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Acer Predator Helios 16 and ASUS ROG Strix G16 are both very good for engineering and design.
The Acer Predator Helios 16 boasts a more powerful GPU and a higher resolution display, qualities that are very important for tasks in engineering and design for their role in handling complex graphics and providing clear visuals. In contrast, while the ASUS ROG Strix G16 offers similar RAM and CPU capacity, it has a lower-tier GPU and less screen resolution but compensates with slightly better portability and superior speaker quality, which are somewhat important aspects that contribute to overall user experience.
Content Creation
8.2
7.9
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Acer Predator Helios 16 to be very good for content creation, while the ASUS ROG Strix G16 is good.
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
7.7
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Acer Predator Helios 16 and ASUS ROG Strix G16 are both good for software development.
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.
Portability
Fair
Fair
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
5.7 lbs
WEIGHT
5.5 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 and Acer Predator Helios 16 both have only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4
7.8
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 and Acer Predator Helios 16 both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,301
$1,375
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Acer Predator Helios 16 has a price of $1,301 and the ASUS ROG Strix G16 costs $1,375.
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Spec Comparison
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| Acer Predator Helios 16 | ASUS ROG Strix G16 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,301 | $1,375 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2023 | February 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 10.9'' x 1'' | 13.9'' x 10.4'' x 1.05'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.73 lbs | 5.51 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.15" | 13.94" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.88" | 10.39" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13700HX | Intel i7-13650HX | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6.5 Hours | 9 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 90 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 240Hz | 165Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 498 nits | 291 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.4/10 | 6.5/10 | |
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 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
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 | 2 | |
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 | 4 | |
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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 $2,500. It's simply one of the best laptops to play demanding games on."
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Marc Herter | March 2023
"With the mobile Nvidia GeForce RTX 4080, the Asus ROG Stix G16 hits the sweet spot between performance and cooling. The G16 also does not have to shy away from direct comparison with its supposedly stronger family member, the ROG Strix Scar 18 with its RTX 4090, as most benchmarks of the two laptops are very close to each other. Moreover, the G16 should be significantly cheaper. Depending on the supplier, the price difference here could be almost US$ 2,000. In the 2023 model series, Asus has significantly leveled out the differences between the two high-end lines."
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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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