In depth comparison and review of Alienware x17 R2 and Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16). 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.
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Alienware x17 R2 | Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16) |
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| Product Type | Notebook | Notebook |
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| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 39.923 cm x 29.957 cm x 2.09 cm | 35.778 cm x 27.755 cm x 2.785 cm |
| Weight | 2.99 kg | 2.9 kg |
| Case Material | - | Anodised aluminium |
| Colour | Lunar light | Abyssal black |
| DISPLAY | Alienware x17 R2 | Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16) |
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| Screen Size (Type) | 17.3" | 16" - IPS |
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| Screen Resolution | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) | 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA) |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 127 | - |
| V-Sync Rate at Max Res. | 480 Hz | 240 Hz |
| Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
| Image Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:10 |
| Image Brightness | 300 cd/m² | 500 cd/m² |
| Colour Gamut | 100% sRGB | 100% DCI-P3 |
| Features | Anti-glare, Wide Viewing Angle, 3 ms response rate, ±85° horizontal viewing angle, ±85° vertical viewing angle, 0.2 mm pixel pitch | Anti-glare, matte, ComfyView, Acer BluelightShield technology, Narrow Border Display, 9 ms response rate, 3ms response rate (Overdrive), Dynamic Display Switching (DDS) |
| PROCESSOR | Alienware x17 R2 | Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16) |
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| CPU | Intel Core i9 (12th Gen) 12900HK / 2.5 GHz | Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13900HX / 2.2 GHz |
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| Max Turbo Speed | 5 GHz | 5.4 GHz |
| Number of Cores | 14-core | 24-core |
| Cache | L3 - 24 MB | L3 - 36 MB |
| Chipset | - | Intel HM770 |
| Features | Intel Smart Cache, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 | Intel Smart Cache |
| MEMORY | Alienware x17 R2 | Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16) |
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| RAM | 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) | 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) |
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| Max RAM Supported | 64 GB | 32 GB |
| RAM Type | DDR5 SDRAM | DDR5 SDRAM |
| Speed | 4800 MHz | 5600 MHz |
| Rated Speed | 4800 MHz | 5600 MHz |
| Form Factor | SO-DIMM 262-pin | SO-DIMM 262-pin |
| Slots Qty | 2 | 2 |
| Empty Slots | 0 | 0 |
| STORAGE | Alienware x17 R2 | Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16) |
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| Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 1 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) | 1.024 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) - Micron |
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| AUDIO & VIDEO | Alienware x17 R2 | Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16) |
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| Graphics Processor (GPU) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 |
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| Video Memory | 16 GB GDDR6 SDRAM | 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM |
| Video System Features | NVIDIA G-SYNC, AMD FreeSync, Advanced Optimus | - |
| Gaming | Yes | Yes |
| Camera | Yes - 1280 x 720 (standard), 640 x 360 (infrared) | Yes - Full HD |
| Resolution | 0.92 Megapixel (standard), 0.23 Megapixel (infrared) | - |
| Camera Features | IR/RGB camera, 75.8 degrees | Temporal Noise Reduction |
| Image Sensor Type | CMOS | - |
| Video Resolutions | 1280 x 720 | - |
| Frame Rate | 30 frames per second | - |
| Sound | Two tweeters, two woofers, dual array microphone | Stereo speakers, two microphones |
| Codec | Realtek ALC3281 | - |
| Compliant Standards | High Definition Audio | DTS:X |
| Audio Features | - | Output: Acer TrueHarmony technology |
| COMMUNICATIONS | Alienware x17 R2 | Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16) |
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| Wireless | Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) | Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) |
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| Wireless Controller | Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675 | Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675i - M.2 2230 (CNVi) |
| Network Interface | 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Ethernet Controller | Killer Ethernet E3100G | Killer Ethernet E2600 |
| Features | - | Dual stream (2x2) |
| BATTERY | Alienware x17 R2 | Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16) |
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| Technology | 6-cell Lithium Ion | - |
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| Battery Capacity (Size) | 87 Wh | 90 Wh |
| Battery Life | Up to 6 hours | - |
| AC ADAPTER | Alienware x17 R2 | Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16) |
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| Input | AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) | - |
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| Output | 19.5 V | 330 Watt, 19.5 V, 16.9 A |
| INPUT | Alienware x17 R2 | Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16) |
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| Type | Keyboard, touchpad | Keyboard, touchpad |
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| Numeric Keypad | - | Yes |
| Keyboard Backlight | Yes (RGB) | Yes (RGB) |
| Features | Multi-gesture touch pad, Per-Key illumination | Multi-gesture touch pad, precision touchpad, Acer PredatorSense, per-key RGB |
| CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | Alienware x17 R2 | Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16) |
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| Interfaces | HDMI Mini DisplayPort 1.4 USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery) USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery) 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (PowerShare) LAN (RJ-45) Headphone/microphone combo jack |
HDMI 2 x 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) LAN USB 3.2 Gen 1 Headphone/microphone combo jack |
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| Memory Card Reader | Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) | Yes (microSD) |
| SOFTWARE | Alienware x17 R2 | Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16) |
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| Operating System (OS) | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
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| Software Included | Microsoft Office 2013 (Trial) | - |
| MISCELLANEOUS | Alienware x17 R2 | Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16) |
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| Included Accessories | Power adapter | Power adapter |
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| Security Slot Type | - | Kensington security slot |
| Theft/Intrusion Protection | - | Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) |
| Features | AlienFX Lighting Zones, retail packaging | Administrator password, system password, 5th Gen AeroBlade 3D fan technology |
| SAR Value | - | 0.602 W/kg (body), 0.602 W/kg (head), 0.602 W/kg (limb) |
| Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) | - | 0.602 W/kg (head) 0.602 W/kg (body) 0.602 W/kg (limb) |
| Max Operating Temperature | 35 °C | - |
| Min Operating Temperature | 0 °C | - |
| Humidity Range Operating | 10 - 90% (non-condensing) | - |
| Manufacturer Warranty | Limited warranty - 1 year | Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in International travellers warranty - 1 year |
| Model Number | - | 71 |
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