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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Acer Predator Helios 16 offers high performance for 3D rendering, machine learning, and engineering tasks, with a strong GPU, ample storage, and large screen, but at the cost of being heavier and having shorter battery life. It's also more expensive and has a gamer-centric design. The Framework Laptop 13, on the other hand, is more portable with longer battery life and a sleek design, suitable for general use. It's less expensive but provides lower performance due to its integrated graphics and less RAM, which might not suffice for intensive gaming or specialized tasks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Predator Helios 16
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
Advantages of the Framework Laptop 13 (2023)
- Very good portability
- Very good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
8.0
7.5
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
498.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
472.0 nits
6.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.5 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
6.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.8/10
The Acer Predator Helios 16 is very good for general use, while the Framework Laptop 13 (2023) is good.
The Acer Predator Helios 16 offers strong performance with a high-end CPU and ample RAM, making it suitable for demanding tasks, and a superior screen that excels in refresh rate and color coverage, but it is less portable and has shorter battery life. In contrast, the Framework Laptop 13 provides excellent portability due to its lighter weight and longer battery life, a high-quality screen, and sufficient performance for everyday tasks, although with less powerful CPU and less RAM than the Predator, which may limit its capacity for intensive workloads.
Gaming and AI
8.5
6.3
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
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 Framework Laptop 13 (2023) is only fair.
The Acer Predator Helios 16 excels in gaming and 3D due to its powerful Nvidia RTX 4070 graphics card and high 240Hz screen refresh rate, which bolster visual performance and fluidity. Conversely, the Framework Laptop 13 (2023) has a more modest Intel Iris Xe graphics unit and a standard 60Hz refresh rate, resulting in fair gaming and 3D capabilities suitable for less demanding applications.
Engineering and Design
8.7
7.3
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.8/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Acer Predator Helios 16 is very good for engineering and design, while the Framework Laptop 13 (2023) is good.
The Acer Predator Helios 16 offers high-end CPU and GPU capabilities which are ideal for demanding engineering software, and it comes with plenty of RAM and a high-quality screen necessary for detailed design work. However, compared to the Framework Laptop 13 (2023), which also provides suitable processing power and screen quality, the Helios is less portable and might have louder operating noise, but may excel with a more gamer-centric keyboard and robust speakers.
Content Creation
8.2
7.5
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Acer Predator Helios 16 is very good for content creation, while the Framework Laptop 13 (2023) 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.
Screen Quality
8.8
7.4
16.0in
SIZE
13.5in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
498.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
472.0 nits
The Acer Predator Helios 16 has a better screen than the Framework Laptop 13 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Acer Predator Helios 16 offers vibrant and accurate colors with ample resolution and brightness, making it excellent for general use and detailed engineering or design work that requires precise color representation. However, its lower refresh rate hampers the gaming and 3D experience where fluid motion is crucial. In contrast, the Framework Laptop 13's good screen quality benefits everyday tasks and professional design equally but falls short in gaming and 3D scenarios for the same reason: its refresh rate isn't high enough to deliver the smooth visuals that these applications demand.
Portability
Fair
Very Good
16.0in
SIZE
13.5in
5.7 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) has very good portability, while the Acer Predator Helios 16 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,236
$1,079
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Acer Predator Helios 16 has a price of $1,236 and the Framework Laptop 13 (2023) costs $1,079.
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Key similarities
Software Development
7.9
7.6
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The Acer Predator Helios 16 and Framework Laptop 13 (2023) 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.
Battery
6.5 Hours
7.5 Hours
The Acer Predator Helios 16 has 6.5 hours of battery life. The Framework Laptop 13 has 7.5 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.
Build Quality
7.4
7.8
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) 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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How the Acer Predator Helios 16 and the Framework Laptop 13 (2023) compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Acer Predator Helios 16 | Framework Laptop 13 (2023) |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,236 | $1,079 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2023 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 10.9'' x 1'' | 11.7'' x 9'' x 0.62'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.73 lbs | 2.95 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.15" | 11.7" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.88" | 9.01" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13700HX | Intel i5-1340P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6.5 Hours | 7.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 55 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 13.5" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 2256 x 1504 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 240Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 498 nits | 472 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.4/10 | 8.8/10 | |
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 | 8.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
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 | 2 | |
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."
Framework Laptop 13 (2023)
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Scott Gilbertson | July 2023
"If you’re thinking of investing in your first Framework, now is the time. The kinks and rough edges have all been smoothed out and this is a very nice machine with a bright, upgradable future. The only reason I can think of to wait is the AMD model, which I’ll be sure to test as soon as I can get my hands on one."
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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 Framework
Framework is a new American laptop manufacturer, specializing in modular and repairable laptops with the goals of promoting longevity and reducing electronic waste. They are a strong proponent of the right to repair movement. Framework laptops have replaceable RAM, storage, ports, keyboards, display bezels, mainboards, and more, making them a great choice for repairability-oriented individuals.
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