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

Gifng scores
Gifng score71
Performance71
Battery37
Display97
Portability & build69
Graphics84
Memory & storage83
Features78
Price
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Usual price—
Launch price₹2,62,990
Starting version
ProcessorIntel Core Ultra 7 356H
GraphicsNVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU
Memory (RAM)16 GB
Storage1 TB
Screen
Size16"
PanelOLED, 2560x1600
Refresh rate165 Hz
Battery
Battery92 Wh
Battery test6.2 h (Geeknetic PCMark 10 Modern Office (Balanced, max brightness))
Charger230 W
Build
Weight2.2 kg
Thickness18.9 mm
Versions sold1
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
What reviewers say
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
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

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