Description
Introducing the Acer Predator Helios 16 Gaming Laptop, a powerhouse designed to elevate your gaming experience to new heights. With its impressive specifications and cutting-edge features, this laptop is built to deliver superior performance and immerse you in a world of stunning visuals and seamless gameplay.
At the heart of the Helios 16 is the 13th Gen Intel Core i7-13700HX processor, a true powerhouse that goes beyond performance. This processor allows your PC to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, from gaming with high FPS to heavy multitasking workloads like video editing and music production. Say goodbye to lag and hello to smooth, uninterrupted performance.
The Helios 16 is equipped with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU, powered by the ultra-efficient NVIDIA Ada Lovelace architecture. This GPU delivers a quantum leap in both performance and AI-powered graphics, ensuring that your games and creative projects come to life with stunning visuals and realistic details.
Feast your eyes on the 16-inch IPS display with a 165Hz refresh rate and 2560×1600 resolution. With a 16:10 aspect ratio, this display offers a wider field of view, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in your favorite games and movies. Thanks to NVIDIA G-SYNC and NVIDIA Advanced Optimus technologies, you can expect extreme levels of performance and smooth gameplay without any screen tearing or stuttering.
The Helios 16 is fully optimized for maximum 140W MGP usage, ensuring that you always have the power you need to conquer any game. Whether you’re exploring vast open worlds or engaging in intense multiplayer battles, this laptop will keep up with your demands and deliver a seamless gaming experience.
With NVIDIA Advanced Optimus, you can switch seamlessly between integrated and discrete graphics without having to reboot. This technology ensures that you get the best performance and battery life, allowing you to optimize your gaming experience on the go.
Under the hood, the Helios 16 boasts 16GB of DDR5 RAM for lightning-fast multitasking and a 1TB M.2 SSD for ample storage space and quick access to your games and files. Connect all your peripherals with ease using the full range of USB 3.2 Gen2 ports, including Thunderbolt 4 USB-C ports and HDMI 2.1. Plus, the inclusion of an Intel Killer E2600 Ethernet Controller and Intel Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675 ensures that you have a lag-free online gaming experience.
The Helios 16 features a stunning American English RGB keyboard with per-key lighting. The Mini LED backlights not only make the keyboard shine brighter but also consume less power and offer more uniform color distribution. Customize the RGB lighting to your heart’s content using the PredatorSense app, which also allows you to personalize other settings such as overclocking and fan speeds.
In conclusion, the Acer Predator Helios 16 Gaming Laptop is a true gaming powerhouse that offers superior performance, stunning visuals, and seamless gameplay. With its 13th Gen Intel Core i7 processor, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 GPU, and a host of other impressive features, this laptop is a must-have for gamers and creators alike. Elevate your gaming experience and unleash your full potential with the Helios 16.
Feel the power emanate from within the neon-hued shell of the Helios 16. Suit up, strap in – and let Helios pave the way. Equipped with superior cooling technology and a trove of performance like NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 laptop graphics and the latest 13th Gen Intel Core i7 processor with new performance hybrid architecture– this gaming laptop will be your guide to gaming bliss. With the 16″ 2560 x 1600 IPS panel, 165Hz Refresh, NVIDIA Advanced Optimus, NVIDIA G-SYNC technology and 3ms Overdrive response time you can say farewell to blur and hello clear, crisp, high-octane gameplay. (NH.QJQAA.001)
Technical Details
Brand |
Acer |
Product Dimensions |
35.94 x 2.49 x 27.64 cm; 2.6 kg |
Batteries |
1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
Item model number |
NH.QJQAA.001 |
Manufacturer |
Acer |
Series |
PH16-71-74UU |
Colour |
Black |
Form Factor |
Laptop |
Standing screen display size |
16 Inches |
Screen Resolution |
2560 x 1600 pixels |
Resolution |
2560×1600 |
Processor Brand |
Intel |
Processor Type |
Intel Core i7 |
Processor Speed |
5 GHz |
Processor Count |
16 |
RAM Size |
16 GB |
Memory Technology |
DDR5 |
Computer Memory Type |
DDR5 RAM |
Maximum Memory Supported |
32 GB |
Memory Clock Speed |
4800 MHz |
Hard Drive Size |
1 TB |
Hard Disk Description |
SSD |
Audio Details |
Speakers |
Graphics Coprocessor |
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 |
Graphics Chipset Brand |
NVIDIA |
Graphics Card Description |
Dedicated |
Graphics RAM Type |
GDDR6 |
Graphics Card Ram Size |
8 GB |
Graphics Card Interface |
Integrated |
Connectivity Type |
Wi-Fi |
Wireless Type |
Bluetooth, 802.11ax |
Number of USB 3.0 Ports |
5 |
Number of HDMI Ports |
1 |
Voltage |
240 Volts |
Wattage |
140 watts |
Optical Drive Type |
No Optical Drive |
Operating System |
Windows 11 Home |
Are Batteries Included |
Yes |
Lithium Battery Packaging |
Batteries contained in equipment |
Number Of Lithium Ion Cells |
4 |
Item Weight |
2.6 kg |
Guaranteed software updates until |
unknown |
Sean (verified owner)
Amazing but returned to overheating.
This laptop packs a punch and can run almost anything with high FPS on high to ultra settings. It’s a good PC and just at the sweet spot of being bigger than 15′ and not as massive as a 17′. High quality.
Unfortunately, I had to return this laptop because it overheated constantly. The fan system does not turn on unless I manually set it to max manually. Temperatures could reach 92 Celsius with an external cooling pad in 10 minutes! I think my laptop was a lemon but I will probably reorder this same one and hope for the best at a later date.
kevincmundy (verified owner)
Black friday is a scam, good laptop tho
I’m happy with the laptop, just upset it was $100 cheaper a week after I bought it on a black friday sale. The price dropped before it was even delivered to me. Amazon doesn’t price match and my only other option is to order a new one and return the one I got. Not worth the trouble, I should of just gone with the i9/rtx4080 so I knew and could accept I was overpaying
shaquelle (verified owner)
Honest revuew
Reason I gave it 3 stars is because the seller doesn’t have up the fully right description lol, some stuff is from the Helios version.
Let’s start: it came with a 1TB & I added a 2TB nve. I also added 64gb of memory (RAM) DDR5. It says max is 32 but it’s not. I use this laptop to play games and do video and photo editing and it’s been great. I hooked it up to two 2K 165hz curved monitors and it gives out great quality, you’ll only get it on 1 monitor because that’s how windows is lol but that’s fine for me. Battery life? I always have it plug in while games so I can’t say much. Fan isn’t that loud but it could be because I alway have on my headphones but overall I’m happy with my purchase.
Sasquatch (verified owner)
gaming laptop
im very impressed for the price. Recommend a gaming laptop cooling pad for airflow.
Amazon Customer (verified owner)
Disappointed Known Power Issues
Since I bought this laptop black friday 2023, I’ve had 2 consistent problems that appear online (seems to be a reoccuring problem) and it’s the following: laptop will not display from off unless the charger is connected and if I use the sleep function rather than shut down there’s no way to get it to power back on the display. Honestly with how many other people with the Helios 16 and other acer products have this issue its pretty dissapointing given the price tag.
Trisc (verified owner)
Perfect for students and gamers
As a college student who juggles between studies and gaming, this Acer Predator Helios laptop has been a lifesaver. The gaming experience is smooth and immersive, perfect for unwinding after a long day of classes. It handles all my software for school projects effortlessly. Plus, the fast Wi-Fi connection is a dream for both online gaming and streaming lectures. It’s the ultimate device for any student who’s also a gaming enthusiast. Highly recommend!
Robert Snavley (verified owner)
Bought for my daughter
While it was a bit difficult to set up my daughter enjoys using this computer
Kellie Temple (verified owner)
I was going to purchase a Macbook Pro…
After a lot of research, I chose to go with this gaming computer. I am a full-time college student and professional photographer. I needed something fast, and with great quality and clarity. This company shipped super-fast, and I had the computer within a day. I would also like to note that this computer speed is exceptional, as well as its color and clarity. I was going to purchase a Macbook Pro, though, I am not sure it’s entirely necessary at this point! I’m giving this a 10/10!!!! Seriously, it might have just changed my mind about IOS.
Rikku (verified owner)
excellent quality
i got this after some issues with my previous predator laptop and its served me quite well despite 2 of the 3 usb A ports have failed but that can be fixed with a RMA
PanicPrincess (verified owner)
WoW Player Here – Excellent Bang for Your Buck
TLDR; This is an excellent machine for the money if you are an MMORPG player. No regrets about buying this one. It’s a keeper.
I recently got back into World of Warcraft after many years away and my old laptop just couldn’t keep up. I started looking around at laptops capable of WoW gaming and actually tried out an MSI Stealth for a couple of weeks. It was a pretty laptop and lightweight, but man it struggled to keep up just being in a main city. Then I had a battery issue with it and decided to shop around instead of sending my brand new laptop in for work.
How I use it: Play WoW, I use it for my side gig (AI Chatbots) and general doom scrolling. I don’t overclock or do anything fancy to try to squeeze more out of my machine, other than minor upgrades and settings tweaks.
I looked at a ton of laptops and combos of specs and finally thought I’d give this one a try. It had slightly better specs than the MSI at around the same price. This laptop is awesome. It never struggles to keep up at. I haven’t done any raids yet so I don’t know how it will perform in that situation but I will update once I know.
Pros: performs beautifully playing World of Warcaft. Fan almost never needs to kick in, yet it also doesn’t get that hot.
Cons:
Size/weight: this thing is heavy and huge. It packs a punch but you sacrifice portability. Yes it’s a 16″ laptop but I hadn’t imagined just how big and heavy it would be. I have a 16″ laptop for work and this is far heavier. It feels well made though. Yes you can still carry it around, but you won’t want to much. I mostly keep it at home anyway so that’s not a deal breaker for me.
Battery life: yeah, it’s pretty bad. I’ve been on battery power for almost an hour on “eco-mode” and it’s down 15%. The power brick is also huge, so if you are communiting or traveling with this often, the weight and size of the computer with brick is going to be a drag.
RAM limited to 32gb: I’m suprised such a big and powerful laptop can only take up to 32gb of ram. I have not yet upgraded my RAM yet because it’s performed so well so far. I do have 32gb on hand and plan to upgrade anyway. But seeing how well it’s performed so far, not having 64gb might not be an issue at all.
Can’t (yet) figure out how to wake from sleep with bluetooth keyboard/mouse. I have changed every possible setting under the sun, including tweaking the BIOS and it still doesn’t wake on bluetooth mouse/keyboard. That’s annoying. I have a really small desk that houses to 27″ monitors and two laptops. I keep the laptops in a vertical stand which saves me tons of space, but it’s super annoying to have to pull this thing out, open it up and wake it up.