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Updated January 12, 2024·
If price is a primary concern, the Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 may appeal to you as it is often less expensive. However, the Acer Predator Triton 300, despite being somewhat more expensive, comes with a higher-performing CPU and GPU, enhancing gaming and intensive tasks. The Triton 300 is also lighter and has been on the market longer, potentially offering a more proven track record. The Helios Neo 16 offers a larger screen with a higher resolution and aspect ratio, which may be better for multitasking and productivity. Consider your priorities in performance, portability, and display quality when choosing between the two. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Predator Helios Neo 16
- Very good for engineering and design
Advantages of the Acer Predator Triton 300
- Good portability
Key differences
Engineering and Design
8.3
7.5
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
8.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 is very good for engineering and design, while the Acer Predator Triton 300 is good.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Screen Quality
7.8
7.3
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
373.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
294.0 nits
The Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 has a better screen than the Acer Predator Triton 300 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
When considering a laptop for general use, both the Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 and Triton 300 offer displays with robust panel types, high resolutions, and bright screens, which enhance everyday activities like browsing and watching videos. For engineering and design, these laptops have screens that cover a wide range of colors, making them suitable for tasks requiring color accuracy, like photo editing or CAD work. However, for gaming and 3D applications where screen fluidity is paramount, their lower refresh rates make them less ideal compared to models with higher refresh rates that provide smoother visuals during fast-paced action.
Portability
Fair
Good
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
5.7 lbs
WEIGHT
4.4 lbs
1.1in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Acer Predator Triton 300 has good portability, while the Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$799
$1,150
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
The Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 has a price of $799 and the Acer Predator Triton 300 costs $1,150.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.6
7.4
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
373.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
294.0 nits
5.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.5 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
6.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.4/10
The Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 and Acer Predator Triton 300 are both good for general use.
The Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 offers a larger screen with a higher resolution and aspect ratio, making it suitable for tasks that benefit from more screen real estate and clarity, while its higher battery capacity suggests longer usage away from power outlets. In contrast, the Acer Predator Triton 300 is more portable due to its lower weight, making it a more convenient option for those who require mobility in their general use, although its battery life and screen features are slightly less impressive.
Gaming and AI
7.5
7.1
8.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.5/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 and Acer Predator Triton 300 are both good for gaming and AI.
The Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 is fitted with a Nvidia RTX 4050 GPU and has a high screen refresh rate of 165Hz, making it ideal for gaming and 3D work that demands fluid visual performance. Contrastingly, the Acer Predator Triton 300 comes with a Nvidia RTX 3060 and a slightly lower refresh rate of 144Hz, still providing a robust gaming experience but with less graphical horsepower and screen fluidity than the Neo 16.
Content Creation
7.7
7.3
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 and Acer Predator Triton 300 are both 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
7.5
7.1
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 and Acer Predator Triton 300 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
5.0 Hours
5.5 Hours
The Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 has 5 hours of battery life. The Acer Predator Triton 300 has 5.5 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
7.6
The Acer Predator Triton 300 and Acer Predator Helios Neo 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 Neo 16 and the Acer Predator Triton 300 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 | Acer Predator Triton 300 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$799 | $1,150 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2023 | May 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 11'' x 1.11'' | 13.9'' x 10'' x 0.78'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.73 lbs | 4.41 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.2" | 13.9" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 11" | 10" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-13500HX | Intel i7-11800H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 5 Hours | 5.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 59 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 373 nits | 294 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.2/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | Yes | |
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 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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Acer Predator Helios Neo 16
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PCMag
Mark Knapp | August 2023
"The Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 sacrifices portability and a truly budget price in the name of additional power. While remaining relatively budget-friendly, this gaming laptop packs serious processing chops, and Acer optimizes its internals to deliver respectable 1080p (or 1200p) gameplay from an RTX 4050. Its keyboard and chassis design won't win it any awards, but its display is a cut above for the price."
Acer Predator Triton 300
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Mike Wobker | December 2020
"In our particular review configuration, the Acer Predator Triton 300 turned out to be a fairly powerful gaming notebook. Both CPU and GPU performance were at a high level, and the aluminum case turned out to be fairly robust. Only the display lid could have been a bit more robust. For customers on a budget that do not mind tinkering with the device’s fan management the Acer Predator Triton 300 can be worth a closer look."
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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.
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