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Updated January 12, 2024·
The Acer Predator Helios 16 is designed for more demanding tasks, such as gaming or content creation, offering a high-performance CPU and GPU, a better quality and higher resolution display, and a more robust build. It's heavier and bulkier, though, which detracts from its portability. In contrast, the HP 250 G10, a budget-friendly option, is more suited for everyday tasks with modest hardware capabilities and a lower resolution screen. It's lighter and easier to carry around but doesn't support heavy applications well. If you need high performance for complex tasks and can manage a higher cost, the Acer is suitable. For regular use with cost-savings as a priority, consider the HP. 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
- Good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Good speakers
- Good keyboard
Advantages of the HP 250 G10
- Good portability
Key differences
General Use
8.0
6.3
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
498.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
6.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
6.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The Acer Predator Helios 16 is very good for general use, while the HP 250 G10 is only fair.
The Acer Predator Helios 16 offers a higher resolution and brighter IPS display, more powerful CPU and GPU, and greater storage, but it is heavier and has shorter battery life, reducing its portability compared to the HP 250 G10. On the other hand, the HP 250 G10 has a lower resolution TN screen, less powerful internal components suitable for less demanding tasks, but benefits from being lighter and having a longer battery life, making it more portable despite its limited performance.
Gaming and AI
8.5
5.7
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The Acer Predator Helios 16 is very good for gaming and AI, while the HP 250 G10 is poor.
The Acer Predator Helios 16 excels in gaming and 3D due to its powerful Nvidia RTX 4070 GPU and a high screen refresh rate of 240 Hz, providing smooth and detailed visuals, whereas the HP 250 G10 falls short with its basic Intel UHD Graphics (N200) and a standard 60 Hz refresh rate, resulting in less fluid and sharp imagery for such demanding tasks.
Engineering and Design
8.7
5.8
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Acer Predator Helios 16 is very good for engineering and design, while the HP 250 G10 is poor.
The Acer Predator Helios 16 is preferred for engineering and design due to its more powerful Intel i7 processor and Nvidia RTX GPU, which deliver better performance for computation and graphics-heavy tasks, as well as higher RAM and superior screen resolution. In contrast, the HP 250 G10 has a less capable Intel N200 processor and Intel UHD Graphics, limited storage, and a lower resolution screen, making it less suitable for demanding engineering applications.
Content Creation
8.2
6.2
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The Acer Predator Helios 16 is very good for content creation, while the HP 250 G10 is only fair.
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
6.4
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The Acer Predator Helios 16 is good for software development, while the HP 250 G10 is only fair.
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
5.3
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
498.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
The Acer Predator Helios 16 has a better screen than the HP 250 G10 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Acer Predator Helios 16 offers a superior visual experience for general use and engineering tasks due to its high-quality panel, higher resolution, and excellent brightness; these features provide crisp visuals and accurate colors that are essential for detailed work and comfortable everyday use. The laptop also covers a wide range of color gamuts, which makes it highly suitable for engineering and design professionals who require color accuracy for their work. However, the device's lower refresh rate, while sufficient for general use and professional design tasks, hampers its performance for gaming and 3D applications, where smoother motion provided by higher refresh rates is a key factor for an optimal experience.
Portability
Fair
Good
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
5.7 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP 250 G10 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
6.0
The Acer Predator Helios 16 has good build quality, while the HP 250 G10 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,236
$330
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Acer Predator Helios 16 has a price of $1,236 and the HP 250 G10 costs $330.
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Battery
6.5 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Acer Predator Helios 16 has 6.5 hours of battery life. The HP 250 G10 has 6 hours of battery life.
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How the Acer Predator Helios 16 and the HP 250 G10 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Acer Predator Helios 16 | HP 250 G10 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,236 | $330 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2023 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 10.9'' x 1'' | 14.2'' x 9.3'' x 0.73'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.73 lbs | 3.5 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.15" | 14.17" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.88" | 9.29" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13700HX | Intel N200 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 1 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 128 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6.5 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 41 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | TN | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 1366 x 768 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 240Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 498 nits | 250 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.4/10 | 7.9/10 | |
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 | 8.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 6/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 1 | |
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."
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Nikolay Palaozov | December 2023
"The HP 250 G10 is a decent budget device that surprises us with its high CPU frequencies under load. Still, our configuration has a Core i5-1335U which doesn’t require significant cooling, if choose a 28W P-series processor, maybe the situation with the clocks could be different. If you want to play some casual game after work, a memory in dual-channel is a must because it increases greatly the iGPU performance."
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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 HP
HP, also known as Hewlett-Packard, is an American technology company that develops personal computers and computer peripherals. In the laptop industry, HP is known for its entry level Essential series laptops, its mid-range Pavilion, Envy, and Victus series, and high-end Omen and Spectre series, in addition to its business-oriented EliteBook, ProBook, and Dragonfly series laptops. HP laptops generally undercut other mainstream competitors in terms of price, placing itself as the value-oriented mainstream brand.
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