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Updated January 10, 2024·
For demanding engineering tasks or gaming, the Acer Predator Helios 16 with its newer graphics card offers better performance, which could provide smoother experiences in these scenarios. However, the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 notably excels in battery life, which means it would be a better companion if you're frequently mobile and away from power sources. Both laptops have similar storage and memory capacity, but the Helios 16 is heavier, making the Zephyrus G15 more portable. The Zephyrus G15 also has a better keyboard and speaker quality, enhancing the user experience during typing and multimedia consumption. The decision rests on whether you prioritize higher performance or longer battery life and portability. 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 overall display quality
- Good keyboard
Advantages of the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15
- Very good overall build quality
- Good portability
- Best in class speakers
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.5
7.5
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.4/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Acer Predator Helios 16 is very good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 is good.
The Acer Predator Helios 16 stands out for gaming and 3D work with its more powerful Nvidia RTX 4070 GPU and higher screen refresh rate of 240Hz, providing smooth, fast-paced visuals and rendering superior graphics compared to the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 which has an Nvidia RTX 3070 GPU and a refresh rate of 165Hz. Although the Zephyrus G15's CPU is highly capable, the Helios 16 also excels with a high-performing CPU and has a better refresh rate which is very important for an immersive gaming experience.
Engineering and Design
8.7
8.0
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.5/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Acer Predator Helios 16 and ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 are both very good for engineering and design, though the Acer Predator Helios 16 is somewhat better.
The Acer Predator Helios 16 boasts an Intel i7 CPU, RTX 4070 GPU, and high screen brightness, making it ideal for demanding engineering and design tasks, although it is heavier and thus less portable than the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15, which offers a Ryzen 9 CPU and RTX 3070 GPU with exceptional keyboard quality and lighter build, balancing performance with mobility for engineers on the go.
Software Development
7.9
7.4
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The Acer Predator Helios 16 and ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 are both good for software development, though the Acer Predator Helios 16 is somewhat better.
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.
Screen Quality
8.8
7.9
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
498.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
309.0 nits
The Acer Predator Helios 16 has a better screen than the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and software development.
If you prioritize a clear and sharp display for everyday tasks like browsing and watching videos, both the Acer Predator Helios 16 and ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 have high-resolution panels with great brightness, ensuring crisp and vibrant visuals. For engineering and design work that demands color accuracy, these laptops offer a wide color spectrum, covering various color gamuts needed for precise editing work. However, for gaming and 3D applications where fast motion is common, the lower refresh rates of these screens may not provide the smoothest experience, making these laptops less ideal for high-speed gaming despite their competent resolution and panel technologies.
Battery
6.5 Hours
9.5 Hours
The Acer Predator Helios 16 has 6.5 hours of battery life. The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 has 9.5 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
Good
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
5.7 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 has 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 Zephyrus G15 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
$1,526
$2,000
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Acer Predator Helios 16 has a price of $1,526 and the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 costs $2,000.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.0
7.9
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
498.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
309.0 nits
6.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.5 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
6.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Acer Predator Helios 16 to be very good for general use, while the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 is good.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15, with an excellent keyboard and top-tier speakers, offers a refined general-use experience bolstered by a higher battery life and lighter weight for easier portability compared to the Acer Predator Helios 16, which, though equipped with a more powerful CPU and GPU for demanding tasks, has a shorter battery life and is heavier, making it less ideal for on-the-go usage.
Content Creation
8.2
8.0
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.5/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Acer Predator Helios 16 and ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 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.
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How the Acer Predator Helios 16 and the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Acer Predator Helios 16 | ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,526 | $2,000 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2023 | May 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 10.9'' x 1'' | 14'' x 9.6'' x 0.78'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.73 lbs | 4.19 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.15" | 13.98" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.88" | 9.57" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13700HX | AMD Ryzen 9 5900HS | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 1 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6.5 Hours | 9.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 90 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 2560 x 1440 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 240Hz | 165Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 498 nits | 309 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.4/10 | 7.5/10 | |
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 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 9.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | No Webcam | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
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 | 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."
ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15
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Florian Glaser | February 2021
"As long as you're aware of the fact that the GeForce RTX 3080 laptop version can only unfold its potential to a limited extent due to Asus's low TDP setting and that it can be slower than a fast RTX 3070 laptop, the ROG Zephyrus G15 GA503Q cuts a fine figure. One of the biggest highlights turns out to be the WQHD panel, since it attracts customers with 165 Hz, relatively fast response times, FreeSync, and good color-space coverage. Other selling points are the surprisingly rich sound, the long battery life, and the sleek design. In terms of looks, the white edition stands out nicely from the competition."
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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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