•  Date Published: 02 Sep 2024
    • Intel Core i7-13650HX
    • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 (Laptop, 140W)
    • 16.0″, WUXGA (1920 x 1200), 165 Hz, IPS
    • 1024GB SSD
    • 64GB RAM
    • 2.60 kg (5.7 lbs)
    7.1
    TOTAL SCORE
    4.3 Portability Average
    7.0 Display Very Good
    7.8 For Work Very Good
    7.8 For Gaming Very Good
    Acer Predator Helios Neo 16

    Acer Predator Helios Neo 16

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    Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 in-depth review

    Today, we have another gaming laptop in our office. It is the Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16-71) - quite a mouthful of a name. But this company already has the Predator Helios 16, so the most natural question would be - what is the difference between the two models?To be honest, we don't really know how they are supposed to share the market together. Ultimately, the "Neo" should be a bit less expensive, due to the fact that it can be maxed out "only" with the RTX 4070, whereas the non-Neo product can be found with an RTX 4080.In addition to that, there are a couple more differences - the most obvious being in its design. On the other hand, the processors of choice are still Intel's 13th Gen HX-series, which have a huge potential for performance, and for disabling your entire n[...]

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    Pros

    • 2x M.2 PCIe x4 Gen 4 slots, 2x DDR5 RAM SODIMM slots in dual channel
    • Covers 99% of the sRGB color gamut and has accurate color representation (AUO B160QAN03.H (AUOF8A7))
    • Snappy panel with quick response times (AUO B160QAN03.H (AUOF8A7))
    • No PWM (AUO B160QAN03.H (AUOF8A7))
    • G-Sync support + MUX switch
    • Wide port selection
    • Decent keyboard and touchpad
    • Good build quality

    Cons

    • Weird CPU behavior
    • Subpar battery life

    Disassembly, maintenance and upgrade options

    1. Unscrewing the Back Panel The first step to accessing the internals of the Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16-71) laptop is undoing the 11 Phillips-head screws at the back. You'll need a Phillips-head screwdriver for this.2. Removing the Back Panel After unscrewing, pry the bottom panel off with a plastic tool, starting from the front side.Caution: Be gentle during this process to avoid damaging the panel or the internal components.3. Disconnecting the Battery Inside the laptop, there is a 90.6Wh battery pack. To remove it, simply unplug the battery connector from t[...]

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