Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16-72, 2024)

Gifng scores
Gifng score61
Performance86
Battery17
Display68
Portability & build38
Graphics79
Memory & storage85
Features80
Price
Best price today—
Usual price₹1,32,999
Launch price₹1,34,999
Starting version
ProcessorIntel Core i7-14700HX
GraphicsNVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 Laptop GPU
Memory (RAM)16 GB
Storage1 TB
Screen
Size16"
PanelIPS, 1920x1200
Refresh rate165 Hz
Brightness400 nits
Battery
Battery90 Wh
Battery test5.2 h (LaptopMedia video playback (i9-14900HX / RTX 4070 version))
Charger330 W
Build
Weight2.8 kg
Thickness25.95 mm
Versions sold3
Materialmetal lid, plastic base
Keyboard & more
KeyboardRGB backlit, number pad
Webcam720p (India listing; PrimeABGB lists 1080p)
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 1675i), Bluetooth 5.3
Other
CoolingStrong cooling that keeps performance high, but fans are loud in Turbo and even idle in Turbo; GPU around 86 C after long gaming. 'Performance' mode is the best balance (LaptopMedia, PCWorld).
Warranty1 year
ColoursAbyssal Black
What reviewers say
Pros
  • bright, accurate, flicker-free 1600p screen
  • GPU holds high clocks at full power
  • two RAM and two SSD slots
  • two Thunderbolt 4 ports
Cons
  • only about 5 hours of video on a 90 Wh battery
  • GPU runs hot in long sessions
  • fans loud in Turbo, even at idle
  • heavy

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