Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S AI (PHN16S-I51, 2026)

Launched Aug 2026 · Gaming

71
GoodGifng score of the laptop
Good for batteryGood for portabilityGood for displayGood for gaming

Launch price₹2,62,990

Compare

Versions

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

  • Ultra 7 356H · RTX 5060 · 16GB/1TB · 16" 165Hz OLEDOLED · 2560x1600 · Windows 11 Home
    71 launched at ₹2,62,990

Where to buy

launch price ₹2,62,990

Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases; we may also earn from Flipkart.

Score breakdown

Performance
71
Battery
37
Display
97
Portability & build
69
Graphics
84
Memory & storage
83
Features
78

For the laptop. 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

  • Efficient new processor gives long battery life
  • Factory-calibrated OLED screen
  • Slim and easy to carry for a gaming laptop
  • RAM and SSD can be upgraded
  • Plenty of USB ports, Thunderbolt 4 and 2.5G LAN
  • Good keyboard and touchpad
  • Thin, premium-feeling body

Cons

  • Runs hot and fans get loud in games
  • Weak speakers
  • GPU limited to 100 W, behind HX laptops with the same GPU
  • Still 2.2 kg
  • Slower than HX processors in heavy CPU work
  • No fingerprint reader or webcam shutter
  • 100 W USB-C charging is not enough for gaming
  • Profesional ReviewJul 2026

    A well balanced slim gaming laptop with an accurate OLED and long battery life; gaming power is held back a little by the thin body. Tested: Core Ultra 7 356H, RTX 5070 (100 W), 32 GB, 2 x 512 GB.

  • GeektopiaSep 2026

    Feels premium and thinner than most gaming laptops while still gaming well, but gives up some processor power to HX-chip rivals. Tested: Core Ultra 7 356H, RTX 5070 (80-115 W), 32 GB, 1 TB.

  • GeekneticJul 2026

    Capable gaming hardware in a surprisingly slim body with good battery life; heat, noise and 8 GB of graphics memory are the weak spots. Tested: Core Ultra 7 356H, RTX 5070 (115 W), 32 GB, 2 x 512 GB.

Full specs

Battery
Battery92 Wh
Battery test6.2 h (Geeknetic PCMark 10 Modern Office (Balanced, max brightness))
Charger230 W, charges over USB-C
Build
Weight2.2 kg
Thickness18.9 mm
Materialaluminium 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 yes, SD card, Ethernet, 3.5 mm audio
Wi-Fi / BluetoothWi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3
Other
CoolingLoud under load (about 59 dB(A) at full power in Profesional Review) and hot: CPU reaches 100 C and the GPU about 86 C in long stress tests, so both slow down a little (Profesional Review, Geeknetic). Keyboard surface up to about 46 C on the right side, WASD keys stay cool (Geeknetic). Uses liquid metal and 5th-gen AeroBlade fans.
Warranty1 year
ColoursBlack

Similar price

All laptops

  1. Apple MacBook Pro 14 M5 Pro / M5 Max (2026)

    M5 Pro 15-core · 24GB/1TB · 14.2" 120Hz · 1.6 kg · 3 versions

    ₹2,78,899 usual price

    89

  2. Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Ultra Aura Edition 14 (Gen 11, 2026)

    Ultra X9 378H · 32GB/1TB · 14" 120Hz OLED · 0.975 kg

    ₹2,72,990 on Amazon

    88

  3. Samsung Galaxy Book6 Ultra (2026)

    Ultra X7 358H · Arc B390 · 32GB/1TB · 16" 120Hz OLED · 1.9 kg · 2 versions

    ₹2,42,990 launch price

    88

  4. Apple MacBook Pro 16 M5 Pro / M5 Max (2026)

    M5 Pro 18-core · 24GB/1TB · 16.2" 120Hz · 2.14 kg · 3 versions

    ₹2,99,900 launch price

    87

  5. Apple MacBook Pro 16 M4 Pro / M4 Max (2024)

    M4 Pro 14-core · 24GB/512GB · 16.2" 120Hz · 2.14 kg · 4 versions

    ₹2,14,990 usual price

    86

  6. ASUS ProArt PZ14 (2026)

    Snapdragon X2 Elite X2E-88-100 · 32GB/1TB · 14" 144Hz OLED · 0.79 kg

    ₹2,69,990 on Amazon

    82