Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16) vs. Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
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 17 X (PTX17). 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 17 X (PTX17) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high-refresh-rate display

advanced cooling system

expandable storage options

rgb keyboard lighting

heavier than competitors

short battery life

premium price point

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16) and Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17)
85 % - Design
83 % - Display
90 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
82 % - Display
95 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16) vs. Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16) Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.01 cm x 27.99 cm x 2.825 cm 38.035 cm x 28 cm x 2.19 cm
Weight 2.8 kg 3 kg
Case Material Anodised aluminium Anodised aluminium
Colour Obsidian black Abyssal black
DISPLAY Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16) Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17)
Screen Size (Type) 16" - IPS 17" - IPS
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 165 Hz 250 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 -
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 1000 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, 8 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display, Dynamic Display Switching (DDS)
PROCESSOR Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16) Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17)
CPU Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13700HX / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13900HX / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz 5.4 GHz
Number of Cores 16-core 24-core
Cache L3 - 30 MB L3 - 36 MB
Chipset Intel HM770 Intel HM770
Features Intel Smart Cache Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16) Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 32 GB (2 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed - 5600 MHz
Rated Speed - 5600 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 262-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16) Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD PCIe 4.0 - Western Digital 2.048 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 - Micron
AUDIO & VIDEO Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16) Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 16 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Gaming Yes Yes
Camera Yes - HD Yes - Full HD
Camera Features Temporal Noise Reduction Windows Hello, Temporal Noise Reduction
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Six 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 17 X (PTX17)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650i - M.2 2230 (CNVi) Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1690i - M.2 2230 (CNVi)
Network Interface 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Killer Ethernet E2600 Killer Ethernet E3100G
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16) Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17)
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh 99 Wh
AC ADAPTER Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16) Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17)
Output 330 Watt, 19.5 V, 16.9 A 330 Watt, 19.5 V, 16.9 A
INPUT Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16) Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17)
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, per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16) Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17)
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
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
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI 2.1
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (SD Express Card)
SOFTWARE Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16) Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home
MISCELLANEOUS Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16) Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17)
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, vapor chamber cooling system, 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) 0.8 W/kg (body), 0.8 W/kg (head), 0.8 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 71
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