Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16) vs. Acer Predator Triton 14 (PT14)

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Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16)
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16)

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16) and Acer Predator Triton 14 (PT14). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

superb gaming performance

high refresh rate display

effective thermal management

expandable storage options

rgb keyboard lighting

heavier than competitors

short battery life

premium price point

limited port selection

Acer Predator Triton 14 (PT14) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Predator Triton 14 (PT14) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

compact, lightweight design

advanced cooling system

RGB keyboard backlighting

higher price point

limited battery life

fewer port options

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16) and Acer Predator Triton 14 (PT14)
85 % - Design
83 % - Display
90 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
88 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16) vs. Acer Predator Triton 14 (PT14) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16) Acer Predator Triton 14 (PT14)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.01 cm x 27.99 cm x 2.825 cm 31.35 cm x 22.76 cm x 2.06 cm
Weight 2.8 kg 1.7 kg
Case Material Anodised aluminium Anodised aluminium
Colour Obsidian black Sparkly silver
DISPLAY Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16) Acer Predator Triton 14 (PT14)
Screen Size (Type) 16" - IPS 14" - IPS
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 165 Hz 165 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 500 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare, matte, ComfyView, Acer BluelightShield technology, Narrow Border Display, 9 ms response rate, 3ms response rate (Overdrive), Dynamic Display Switching (DDS) Anti-glare, matte, ComfyView, Acer BluelightShield technology, Narrow Border Display, 9 ms response rate, 3ms response rate (Overdrive), Dynamic Display Switching (DDS)
PROCESSOR Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16) Acer Predator Triton 14 (PT14)
CPU Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13700HX / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13700H / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores 16-core 14-core
Cache L3 - 30 MB L3 - 24 MB
Chipset Intel HM770 -
Features Intel Smart Cache Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16) Acer Predator Triton 14 (PT14)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Form Factor SO-DIMM 262-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16) Acer Predator Triton 14 (PT14)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD PCIe 4.0 - Western Digital 1.024 TB SSD PCIe 4.0 - Self-Encrypting Drive - Samsung
AUDIO & VIDEO Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16) Acer Predator Triton 14 (PT14)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - Advanced Optimus
Gaming Yes Yes
Camera Yes - HD Yes - Full HD
Camera Features Temporal Noise Reduction Temporal Noise Reduction
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, two microphones
Compliant Standards DTS:X DTS:X
Audio Features Output: Acer TrueHarmony technology Output: Acer TrueHarmony technology
COMMUNICATIONS Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16) Acer Predator Triton 14 (PT14)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650i - M.2 2230 (CNVi) Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675i - M.2 2230 (CNVi)
Network Interface 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Killer Ethernet E2600 -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16) Acer Predator Triton 14 (PT14)
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh 76 Wh
AC ADAPTER Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16) Acer Predator Triton 14 (PT14)
Output 330 Watt, 19.5 V, 16.9 A 230 Watt, 19.5 V, 11.8 A
INPUT Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16) Acer Predator Triton 14 (PT14)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes (RGB)
Features Multi-gesture touch pad, precision touchpad, Acer PredatorSense, 4-Zone RGB backlight Multi-gesture touch pad, precision touchpad, Acer PredatorSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16) Acer Predator Triton 14 (PT14)
Interfaces HDMI
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (with power off charging)
LAN
USB 3.2 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (DC-In combo, Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (with power off charging)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16) Acer Predator Triton 14 (PT14)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home
MISCELLANEOUS Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16) Acer Predator Triton 14 (PT14)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, system password, 5th Gen AeroBlade 3D fan technology Administrator password, system password, 5th Gen AeroBlade 3D fan technology, liquid metal grease
SAR Value 1.12 W/kg (body), 1.12 W/kg (limb), 1.12 W/kg (head) 1.14 W/kg (body), 1.14 W/kg (head), 1.14 W/kg (limb)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number 71 51
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