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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Acer Predator Helios 16 is somewhat more expensive and larger with a better screen resolution, which is ideal for detailed visual work, but it's also heavier making it less portable. On the other hand, the ASUS TUF Gaming F15 is less expensive and lighter, enhancing portability, but has a lower screen resolution. Both laptops have the same storage capacity and RAM, and feature powerful processors and graphics suited for gaming, 3D work, and engineering tasks. Battery life and other performance aspects are not noticeably different, so the decision largely rests on screen quality and portability preferences. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Predator Helios 16
- Very good for general use
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Good battery life
- Good speakers
Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming F15
- Good portability
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.5
8.0
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.9/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.7/10
The Acer Predator Helios 16 and ASUS TUF Gaming F15 are both very good for gaming and AI, though the Acer Predator Helios 16 is somewhat better.
The Acer Predator Helios 16's highly superior screen refresh rate makes it very good for gaming and 3D tasks, while its better screen quality offers a richer visual experience, compared to the ASUS TUF Gaming F15, which has a good refresh rate and screen quality but falls short of the Helios 16's. Though both have strong GPUs which are crucial for gaming performance, the Helios 16 has the edge in the most important aspects for gaming and 3D tasks.
Engineering and Design
8.7
8.2
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Acer Predator Helios 16 and ASUS TUF Gaming F15 are both very good for engineering and design, though the Acer Predator Helios 16 is somewhat better.
The Acer Predator Helios 16 and ASUS TUF Gaming F15 are both highly rated for engineering and design due to their powerful Intel CPUs, substantial RAM, and Nvidia RTX 4070 GPUs that handle demanding tasks effectively. The Predator Helios 16 offers a higher resolution and color accuracy on its screen, which benefits design work, while the TUF Gaming F15 is lighter and thus more portable, but with lower screen pixel density and color representation.
Content Creation
8.2
7.7
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Acer Predator Helios 16 is very good for content creation, while the ASUS TUF Gaming F15 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
7.3
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Acer Predator Helios 16 and ASUS TUF Gaming F15 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
6.9
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
498.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
257.0 nits
The Acer Predator Helios 16 has a better screen than the ASUS TUF Gaming F15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Acer Predator Helios 16 offers superb visuals for daily tasks and professional design work because of its high-resolution IPS screen that provides crisp images, vibrant colors, and great visibility even in brightly lit environments. For engineering and design, its wider color coverage ensures that colors are reproduced more accurately, which is essential for precision work. However, the lower refresh rate impacts gaming and 3D applications because these activities benefit from screens that can keep up with fast-paced, rapid movements, making the ASUS TUF Gaming F15, with its likely higher refresh rate, a better choice for those specific scenarios despite its lower resolution and color range.
Battery
6.5 Hours
5.0 Hours
The Acer Predator Helios 16 has 6.5 hours of battery life. The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 has 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
4.8 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 has good portability, while the Acer Predator Helios 16 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,526
$1,399
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Acer Predator Helios 16 has a price of $1,526 and the ASUS TUF Gaming F15 costs $1,399.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.0
7.6
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
498.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
257.0 nits
6.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
6.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.1/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Acer Predator Helios 16 to be very good for general use, while the ASUS TUF Gaming F15 is good.
The Acer Predator Helios 16 and ASUS TUF Gaming F15 both offer solid general use capabilities with their capable CPUs, ample RAM, and high-quality IPS screens, though the Acer has a larger and higher resolution display for better productivity and entertainment. While both are quite portable, the Acer is slightly heavier and has a shorter battery life compared to the ASUS, which could be a crucial factor for users requiring mobility and longer use away from power sources.
Build Quality
7.4
7.2
The Acer Predator Helios 16 and ASUS TUF Gaming F15 both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the Acer Predator Helios 16 and the ASUS TUF Gaming F15 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Acer Predator Helios 16 | ASUS TUF Gaming F15 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,526 | $1,399 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2023 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 10.9'' x 1'' | 13.9'' x 9.9'' x 0.93'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.73 lbs | 4.85 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.15" | 13.94" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.88" | 9.88" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13700HX | Intel i7-12700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6.5 Hours | 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 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 240Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 498 nits | 257 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.4/10 | 7.1/10 | |
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 | 6.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
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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Allen Ngo | March 2022
"Aside from all the chassis updates, the new TUF Gaming is most notable for its much higher TGP target of 140 W compared to only 95 W on the previous generation. PC makers everywhere are using the same GeForce GPUs this year since Nvidia has yet to launch the successor to the mobile RTX 3000 series. The more demanding processors of the new TUF Gaming has directly impacted battery life and the size of the AC adapter. Don't expect runtimes to be longer than on the previous generation under most conditions and be prepared to carry around an even larger AC adapter than before."
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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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