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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize a higher refresh rate and better 3D performance for gaming or tasks like machine learning, the Acer Predator Helios 16 would be a better fit. However, it's slightly heavier and less portable than the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X. The Zenbook, on the other hand, offers an OLED touch screen with higher resolution, which is ideal for creative professionals who need precise color accuracy and would appreciate the increased brightness and contrast for multimedia work. It also has a slightly longer battery life and is more portable due to its lighter weight. Keep in mind that while the ASUS has an excellent display, its gaming and machine learning performance may not match that of the Helios due to a less powerful GPU. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Predator Helios 16
- Very good for gaming and AI
Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X
- Very good for software development
- Good portability
- Best in class speakers
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.5
7.5
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.6/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Acer Predator Helios 16 is very good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X is good.
The Acer Predator Helios 16 stands out in gaming and 3D applications principally because of its more powerful Nvidia RTX 4070 GPU and high screen refresh rate, ensuring smoother gameplay and better handling of graphics-intensive tasks. While the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X, also good for gaming and 3D, has a high-quality OLED screen and a capable Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU, it offers a lower refresh rate which might not be as fluid for fast-paced games.
Screen Quality
8.8
8.3
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
498.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
354.0 nits
The Acer Predator Helios 16 has a better screen than the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has a better screen for engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, both the Acer Predator Helios 16 and the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X offer high-resolution displays and brightness, providing clear and vivid imagery for everyday tasks and media consumption. Engineering and design professionals will appreciate the wide color gamuts on these laptops, ensuring accurate color reproduction for tasks like photo editing and graphic design. However, gamers and 3D designers may find the screens less suitable due to lower refresh rates, which can result in less fluid motion and slower response times during fast-paced scenes.
Portability
Fair
Good
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
5.7 lbs
WEIGHT
5.2 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has good portability, while the Acer Predator Helios 16 has only fair portability.
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Cost
$1,526
$1,300
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Acer Predator Helios 16 has a price of $1,526 and the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X costs $1,300.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.0
8.3
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
498.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
354.0 nits
6.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
6.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.3/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X and Acer Predator Helios 16 are both very good for general use.
The Acer Predator Helios 16 offers a powerful CPU and high-performance graphics card which is great for demanding tasks, but it has a shorter battery life and is heavier, thus less portable than the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X. The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X, while slightly less powerful in terms of graphics, boasts a high-quality OLED touchscreen with better color accuracy and a slimmer, lighter design, enhancing portability and offering longer battery life, making it very suitable for general use that values screen quality and mobility.
Engineering and Design
8.7
8.6
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Acer Predator Helios 16 and ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X are both very good for engineering and design.
The Acer Predator Helios 16 is favored for engineering and design due to its powerful Intel i7 processor, substantial RAM, and high-performance Nvidia RTX 4070 GPU, along with a high-quality IPS screen that offers good color accuracy and brightness. In comparison, the ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X also excels in engineering and design tasks with the same amount of RAM and a capable Intel i7 processor, complemented by its Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU and a superior OLED touchscreen with higher resolution and exceptional color accuracy, although it may be slightly less powerful in graphical processing than the Acer model.
Content Creation
8.2
8.5
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X 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
8.2
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X 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.
Battery
6.5 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Acer Predator Helios 16 has 6.5 hours of battery life. The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X has 7 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.
Build Quality
7.4
7.6
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X 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.
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Spec Comparison
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| Acer Predator Helios 16 | ASUS Zenbook Pro 16X |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,526 | $1,300 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2023 | October 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 10.9'' x 1'' | 14'' x 9.9'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.73 lbs | 5.29 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.15" | 13.98" | |
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 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6.5 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 96 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | OLED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 3840 x 2400 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 240Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 498 nits | 354 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.4/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 9.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
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 | 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 | 4 | |
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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, Alex Wätzel | November 2023
"The new Zenbook Pro 16X is more powerful, quieter and doesn't need to shy away from dedicated workstations and gamers. It is also comparatively compact, and our test device is the best Zenbook that we've reviewed so far. It seems equally suitable for content creators and gamers or anyone looking for a very powerful laptop that is still slim."
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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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