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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Acer Predator Helios 16 is a robust option, tailored for intensive gaming with powerful graphics and processing capabilities, suitable for 3D rendering and machine learning tasks. However, it is larger and heavier, compromising portability. In contrast, the Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 is generally more affordable and significantly lighter, making it much easier to carry around, but with lower performance in demanding tasks due to its less powerful graphics. The battery life of the Lenovo is also shorter compared to the Acer. If portability and cost are priorities, choose Lenovo, but for superior performance in high-end tasks, the Acer is a better fit. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Predator Helios 16
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good overall display quality
Advantages of the Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14
- Very good portability
- Very good battery life
- Very good speakers
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.5
6.7
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
90Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The Acer Predator Helios 16 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 is only fair.
The Acer Predator Helios 16 is equipped with a more powerful Nvidia RTX 4070 GPU and a higher screen refresh rate of 240, making it very good for gaming and 3D, whereas the Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 includes a respectful Nvidia RTX 3050 6GB GPU and a refresh rate of 90, which places it as good for gaming and 3D.
Engineering and Design
8.7
7.7
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Acer Predator Helios 16 is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 is good.
The Acer Predator Helios 16 offers superior CPU and GPU performance suited for demanding engineering and design tasks, along with an excellent screen with high refresh rate and color accuracy, while the Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 provides good performance with a lighter, more portable form factor and also features a high-quality screen but with a lower refresh rate and less GPU power. While both come with ample RAM and high-resolution displays, the Predator's gaming-oriented hardware makes it better for more intense workloads, albeit sacrificing some portability and battery life compared to the Slim Pro.
Screen Quality
8.8
7.4
16.0in
SIZE
14.5in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
90Hz
498.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
334.0 nits
The Acer Predator Helios 16 has a better screen than the Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and content creation.
The Acer Predator Helios 16 offers a high-resolution, bright display with a variety of panel types that deliver sharp and vibrant images for general use and engineering tasks, but its lower refresh rate limits the gaming experience. The Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 has similar advantages, with adequate brightness and resolution, making it suitable for everyday tasks and detail-oriented work in engineering and design, though, like the Acer, its refresh rate isn't tailored for the high-speed demands of gaming and 3D applications. Both laptops cover a broad color spectrum suitable for professional design work, but gamers and 3D designers might find the lack of fluidity in motion a drawback.
Battery
6.5 Hours
12.0 Hours
The Acer Predator Helios 16 has 6.5 hours of battery life. The Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 has 12 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
Very Good
16.0in
SIZE
14.5in
5.7 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 has very good portability, while the Acer Predator Helios 16 has only fair portability.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.0
8.0
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
498.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
334.0 nits
6.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
12.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
6.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.4/10
The Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 and Acer Predator Helios 16 are both very good for general use.
The Acer Predator Helios 16, equipped with a robust processor and high-quality screen, is suitable for general use with its ample RAM and storage; however, its larger size and shorter battery life, as well as a higher weight, might make it less practical for those who prioritize portability.
Content Creation
8.2
8.0
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Acer Predator Helios 16 and Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 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
7.8
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Acer Predator Helios 16 and Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 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.
Build Quality
7.4
7.8
The Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 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.
Cost
$1,236
$1,200
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
$2,000
The Acer Predator Helios 16 has a price of $1,236 and the Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 costs $1,200.
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Spec Comparison
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| Acer Predator Helios 16 | Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,236 | $1,200 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2023 | February 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 10.9'' x 1'' | 12.9'' x 8.9'' x 0.61'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.73 lbs | 3.5 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.15" | 12.91" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.88" | 8.92" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13700HX | AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS | |
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 | 12 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 73 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 14.5" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 240Hz | 90Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 498 nits | 334 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.4/10 | 8.4/10 | |
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 | 8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
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 | 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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Matthew S. Smith | May 2023
"The Lenovo Slim Pro 7 is an attractive, portable laptop that’s ideal if you need a combination of CPU and GPU performance. It also nails the fundamentals with solid connectivity, an enjoyable keyboard, a large touchpad, and top-notch webcam. Display quality is a weakness, but it’s an acceptable compromise for the laptop’s extremely competitive $1,199 MSRP. The Slim Pro 7 is a versatile, affordable laptop and hard to beat for the price."
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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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