Acer Predator Helios 16
Acer Predator Helios 16
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GENERAL USE: Very Good—8.0/10
GAMING/AI: Very Good—8.2/10
ENG/DESIGN: Very Good—8.6/10
SOFTWARE DEV: Good—7.9/10
CONTENT CREATION: Very Good—8.2/10
PORTABILITY: Fair—6.4/10
BATTERY: Good—7.1/10
OVERALL SCREEN QUALITY: Very Good—8.3/10
OVERALL PERFORMANCE: Very Good—8.7/10
SIZE: 16"
The Acer Predator Helios 16 is a midrange-priced gaming laptop with a solid processor and Nvidia RTX 4060 graphics, which makes it well-suited for intensive gaming, 3D rendering, and machine learning tasks. It comes with a sizable amount of storage and memory. The 16-inch display with a higher refresh rate ensures crisp and smooth visuals, especially beneficial for gaming and video content. However, with a weight of over 5 pounds and less than 7 hours of typical battery life, the laptop is not the most portable and may not be ideal for those who need to work on the go. It has a comfortable keyboard, good build quality, and effective heat management, but fan noise could be a concern during heavy use. The laptop offers ample connectivity options, including multiple USB-C ports with Thunderbolt support. Overall, the Predator Helios 16 offers a balance of performance and features for users who prioritize gaming or creative work over portability and long battery life. Give Feedback
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Evaluation
Pros
- High general performance
- Excellent for engineering use
- Great for 3D and machine learning
- High resolution screen
- Includes number pad
Cons
- Considerable weight
- Moderate battery life
- Not very portable
- High cost
Ratings by Category
Engineering & Design:4.6
The Acer Predator Helios 16 is well-suited for engineering and design due to its powerful Intel i7 CPU and Nvidia RTX GPU, alongside a substantial amount of RAM, which handles complex calculations and graphics-intensive tasks efficiently. Additionally, its high-quality IPS screen with a high resolution provides clear and accurate visuals essential for detailed design work.
Gaming & AI:4.5
The Acer Predator Helios 16 excels in gaming and 3D due to its powerful Nvidia RTX 4060 graphics card, which is capable of delivering high-quality graphics and supporting advanced gaming features. Additionally, the high screen refresh rate of 165Hz ensures smooth and responsive gameplay, further enhancing the gaming experience.
Content Creation:4.5
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, and video editing work.
In addition to a strong emphasis on overall performance, this score also places very high importance on screen quality. Heat management, storage, keyboard and speaker quality are also incorporated, with fan noise rounding out this score.
General Use Screen Quality:4.5
The general use screen score is based on the screen technology, contrast ratio, resolution, brightness, color gamut and color accuracy. This score does not take into account specialized display features for specific use cases, such as high refresh rate for gaming.
General Use:4.4
The Acer Predator Helios 16 is equipped with a strong CPU and sufficient RAM for multitasking, along with a high-quality IPS screen, making it well-suited for various computing tasks. However, at 5.73 pounds and with moderate battery life, it may not be ideal for those requiring high portability or all-day battery longevity.
Software Development:4.4
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software development.
In addition to a strong emphasis on overall performance, this score also places very high importance on screen quality. Heat management, storage, keyboard and speaker quality are also incorporated, with fan noise rounding out this score.
Build Quality:4.2
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, chassis rigidity, and overall reliability.
Our assessment of build quality includes many details that are difficult to quantify.
Our laptop experts use their best judgment to produce the final score.
Operating Noise:4.2
PerfectRec’s Operating Noise Score is based on fan noise measurements. Laptops with a fanless design, such as Macbooks, receive the maximum score.
Keyboard Quality:4.2
The Keyboard Quality score is based on the PerfectRec experts’ assessment of tactile feedback, typing comfort, keyboard reliability and typing noise.
Battery Life:4.1
PerfectRec’s Battery Life rating is based on hours of battery life in typical usage scenarios.
Portability:3.4
PerfectRec’s portability rating takes into account the volume and thickness of the laptop as well as its weight.
Full Specs
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
| Price | $1,377 | ||
Release Date | March 1, 2023 | ||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 10.9'' x 0.98'' | ||
Weight | 5.73 lbs | ||
Width | 14.15" | ||
Depth | 10.88" | ||
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | Intel i7-13700HX | ||
RAM | 16 GB | ||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | ||
RAM Slots | 2 | ||
Storage | 1024 GB | ||
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | 6.5 Hours | ||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | ||
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | 16" | ||
Display Technology | IPS | ||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | ||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | ||
Display Brightness | 499 nits | ||
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score  | 7.4/10 | ||
Portability Score | 6.4/10 | ||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | ||
Premium Business Laptop | No | ||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | ||
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | ||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | ||
Webcam | 1080p | ||
Fingerprint Reader | No | ||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | ||
Number Pad | Yes | ||
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | 3 | ||
USB-C ports | 2 | ||
USB-C Charging | Yes | ||
Display Outputs | 3 | ||
Thunderbolt Version | 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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