Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S AI (PHN16S-71, 2025)

Launched Jul 2025 · Gaming

76
GoodGifng score of the starting version; up to 79 for the top version
Good for displayGood for gamingGood for creators

Usual price₹1,57,491

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Versions

The same laptop is sold with different processors, graphics, memory and screens. Each version has its own score.

  • Ultra 7 255HX · RTX 5050 · 16GB/1TB · 16" 240Hz OLEDOLED · 2560x1600 · Windows 11 Home · NH.QX8SI.001
    76 launched at ₹1,54,999
  • Ultra 7 255HX · RTX 5060 · 16GB/1TB · 16" 240Hz OLEDOLED · 2560x1600 · Windows 11 Home · NH.QX9SI.001
    77 launched at ₹1,74,999
  • Ultra 7 255HX · RTX 5070 · 16GB/1TB · 16" 240Hz OLEDOLED · 2560x1600 · Windows 11 Home · NH.QXASI.001
    78 launched at ₹1,94,999
  • Ultra 9 275HX · RTX 5070 · 16GB/1TB · 16" 240Hz OLEDOLED · 2560x1600 · Windows 11 Home · NH.QXASI.002
    79 launched at ₹2,09,999

Where to buy

Usual price ₹1,57,491 · launch price ₹1,54,999

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Score breakdown

Performance
89
Battery
48
Display
95
Portability & build
64
Graphics
80
Memory & storage
86
Features
83

For the starting version. Each part is measured the same way for every laptop (processor and graphics from benchmark results) and moves up or down with what reviewers praise or criticise.

Pros

  • Two RAM and two SSD slots
  • Colourful OLED screen
  • Good keyboard and touchpad
  • Thunderbolt 4 / USB4
  • Slim for a gaming laptop
  • Bright HDR OLED with G-Sync
  • Fast in games and video work

Cons

  • Battery life could be better
  • Very reflective screen
  • SSD slows down under long loads
  • GPU often does not use its full power
  • About 1 hour gaming and 3 hours office use on battery
  • Fans noisy in Turbo
  • Speakers distort at high volume
  • NotebookcheckJan 2026

    Thin gaming laptop with a colourful OLED, good ports and room to upgrade, but battery life and performance trail similar rivals such as the MSI Vector 16 HX AI and Legion 5 Pro. Tested: Core Ultra 9 275HX, RTX 5070 Ti (115 W), 32GB, 1TB.

  • EFTMAug 2025

    Slim, fast Predator with a great OLED screen; impressive for the money, though battery life is weak. Tested: Core Ultra 9 275HX, RTX 5070 Ti, 32GB, 1TB.

  • PC Games HardwareAug 2025

    Bright, fast 240 Hz OLED in a sturdy, upgradeable body; the glossy screen and bulk are the main drawbacks. Tested: Core Ultra 9 275HX, RTX 5070 Ti, 32GB, 1TB.

  • Creative BloqApr 2026

    A good mix for people who both create and game: big sharp OLED and strong performance for the price, with loud fans and poor battery life. Tested: Core Ultra 9 275HX, RTX 5070 Ti, 32GB, 1TB.

Full specs

Battery
Battery76 Wh
Charger230 W, charges over USB-C
Build
Weight2.19 kg
Thickness18.9 mm
Materialmetal lid, plastic base
Keyboard & more
KeyboardRGB backlit, number pad
Webcam1080p
Fingerprint / face unlockNo
Speakersdual, stereo
Connections
Ports2× USB-C, 3× USB-A, Thunderbolt/USB4, HDMI 2.1, SD card, Ethernet, 3.5 mm audio
Wi-Fi / BluetoothWi-Fi 6E (Killer AX1675i), Bluetooth 5.3
Other
CoolingFans are loud in Turbo (about 57 dB(A) in Cyberpunk 2077 per Notebookcheck; 45 dB(A) in Balanced). CPU slows down after a few heavy runs and the GPU often does not use its full power, so it lands a bit below other laptops with the same GPU (Notebookcheck). The SSD slows down under long transfers.
Warranty1 year
ColoursAbyssal Black

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