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Updated January 10, 2024·

If you prioritize top-tier performance for 3D rendering, machine learning, or gaming, the Acer Predator Helios 16 with its more powerful processor and GPU stands out, but it is more expensive and offers less portability due to its higher weight and shorter battery life. On the other hand, the Lenovo LOQ 16, while being more affordable and slightly more portable, comes with a less powerful GPU and processor, making it less ideal for intensive tasks but still capable for general use and entry-level gaming. Both have 16-inch displays with similar color quality and resolution, but the Acer's higher refresh rate will provide smoother visuals in fast-motion scenarios. 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
  • Good speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo LOQ 16
  • Very good keyboard

Key differences

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Gaming and AI

8.5
Predator Helios 16
LOQ 16
7.5
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.0/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Acer Predator Helios 16 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo LOQ 16 is good.

Engineering and Design

8.7
Predator Helios 16
LOQ 16
7.9
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Acer Predator Helios 16 is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo LOQ 16 is good.

Content Creation

8.2
Predator Helios 16
LOQ 16
7.6
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Acer Predator Helios 16 is very good for content creation, while the Lenovo LOQ 16 is good.

Screen Quality

8.8
Predator Helios 16
LOQ 16
7.2
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
498.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
329.0 nits
The Acer Predator Helios 16 has a better screen than the Lenovo LOQ 16 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.

Cost

$1,236
Predator Helios 16
LOQ 16
$740
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The Acer Predator Helios 16 has a price of $1,236 and the Lenovo LOQ 16 costs $740.
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Key similarities

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General Use

8.0
Predator Helios 16
LOQ 16
7.6
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
498.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
329.0 nits
6.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
6.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.3/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Acer Predator Helios 16 to be very good for general use, while the Lenovo LOQ 16 is good.

Software Development

7.9
Predator Helios 16
LOQ 16
7.5
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Acer Predator Helios 16 and Lenovo LOQ 16 are both good for software development.

Battery

6.5 Hours
Predator Helios 16
LOQ 16
6.0 Hours
The Acer Predator Helios 16 has 6.5 hours of battery life. The Lenovo LOQ 16 has 6 hours of battery life.

Portability

Fair
Predator Helios 16
LOQ 16
Fair
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
5.7 lbs
WEIGHT
5.7 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The Acer Predator Helios 16 and Lenovo LOQ 16 both have only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.

Build Quality

7.4
Predator Helios 16
LOQ 16
7.4
The Acer Predator Helios 16 and Lenovo LOQ 16 both have good build quality.

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How the Acer Predator Helios 16 and the Lenovo LOQ 16 compare to other laptops

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Spec Comparison

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Acer Predator Helios 16Lenovo LOQ 16
Acer Predator Helios 16Lenovo LOQ 16

GENERAL

Price
$1,236
$740
Release Date
March 1, 2023May 1, 2023
Overall Dimensions
14.2'' x 10.9'' x 1''14.2'' x 10.9'' x 1.02''
Weight
5.73 lbs5.73 lbs
Width
14.15"14.16"
Depth
10.88"10.92"

INTERNAL

Processor
Intel i7-13700HXAMD Ryzen 7 7840HS
RAM
16 GB16 GB
DDR Memory Version
55
RAM Slots
22
Storage
1024 GB512 GB

BATTERY

Battery Life
6.5 Hours6 Hours
Battery Capacity
90 Wh60 Wh

SCREEN

Diagonal Size
16"16"
Display Technology
IPSIPS
Resolution
2560 x 16001920 x 1200
Refresh Rate
240Hz144Hz
Display Brightness
498 nits329 nits

RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS

Build Quality Score
7.4/107.4/10
Portability Score
6.4/106.3/10
Gaming Laptop Appearance
YesYes
Premium Business Laptop
NoNo
Fan Noise Score
7.5/107/10

HARDWARE FEATURES

Keyboard Quality Score
7.5/108/10
Speaker Quality Score
7/106.8/10
Webcam
1080p1080p
Fingerprint Reader
NoNo
Backlit Keyboard
YesYes
Number Pad
YesYes

CONNECTIVITY

USB Type-A
33
USB-C ports
21
USB-C Charging
YesYes
Display Outputs
32
Thunderbolt Version
4N/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."

Lenovo LOQ 16

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Christian Hintze | September 2023
"Gaming laptops with an RTX 4060 are available starting from about 1,000 Euros (~$1,060), even in 16-inch format. For the supposedly affordable Lenovo LOQ 16 (1,500 Euros, ~$1,591), the manufacturer particularly saves in the equipment and materials compared to the more expensive Legion series. In addition, the LOQ is slightly heavier and more bulky. What remains is anything but a laptop full of difficult compromises. Instead, this is a more than solid gaming laptop that focusses on the 3D performance.Q is slightly heavier and more bulky."

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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 Lenovo

Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.

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