Acer Predator Helios 16 - Fast and furiously quiet!

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  • Опубликовано: 21 янв 2025

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  • @bikramjit3145
    @bikramjit3145 Год назад +15

    respect notebookcheck, bought my first gaming laptop 15 years back based on your reviews !! back again 😊

  • @Veg-Power
    @Veg-Power Год назад +11

    so much info in just 10 min wow! balanced mode is really crazy good in this one.

    • @NotebookcheckReviews
      @NotebookcheckReviews  Год назад +2

      It was a challange to condense your information down to just a few minutes :D

    • @Veg-Power
      @Veg-Power Год назад

      ​@@NotebookcheckReviews yeah I was a bit concerned this being the case. :x At least ur not getting review units from me very frequently ;D

    • @NotebookcheckReviews
      @NotebookcheckReviews  Год назад +1

      Haha keep them coming!

    • @TabalugaDragon
      @TabalugaDragon Год назад +2

      it was crazy good last year on the 3070 ti version too. I'm surprised how quiet it was when the GPU worked at 130 watts. It was only very loud on max performance mode.

  • @nrgamingtech2797
    @nrgamingtech2797 Год назад +8

    There's actually a 2nd m.2 NVMe slot, it sits close to the RAM slots

  • @kennysponto6568
    @kennysponto6568 11 месяцев назад +9

    I got the rtx 4080 version. It's great! The build quality. Ports. Display. Keyboard. All first rate!
    Good wifi too!

    • @raulespinoza8668
      @raulespinoza8668 11 месяцев назад

      How are the speakers? And how is battery life for everyday task?

    • @pioneer7855
      @pioneer7855 10 месяцев назад

      I'm planning to get this.. is there bloatware issues?

    • @lefton_open15
      @lefton_open15 5 месяцев назад

      Same as 4070 i need to upgrade from gtx 1650

  • @MMFGGeneral
    @MMFGGeneral 11 месяцев назад +2

    This is the best review of this unit posted on RUclips. 🔥

  • @joeyxl3456
    @joeyxl3456 11 месяцев назад +3

    Great review. Really enjoyed your vibe bro. Ordered one a few hours ago.

  • @gamingwithAlee
    @gamingwithAlee 11 месяцев назад +2

    i also have neo 16 and its super cool. no heating or any issues at all

    • @OneOPMKaraoke
      @OneOPMKaraoke 4 месяца назад

      But speaker is like mediocre right? How to make it sound better?

    • @peterpace3379
      @peterpace3379 2 месяца назад

      Use good noise cancelling headphones or bluetooth speaker mate​@@OneOPMKaraoke

  • @robertsewell536
    @robertsewell536 Год назад +16

    For anyone who is concerned about laptop temperatures in the 90-95c CPU/GPU. I have had a Lenovo Legion with i7 10750h and 2060 for 2.5 years. These things are built to withstand those temperatures. I am planning on getting this Helios with the 4080 myself and I am not at all concerned about the high temperatures. Just get one and have fun.

    • @weatherponies7503
      @weatherponies7503 Год назад +3

      I recently bought one myself! Running core temperatures, and not keeping it on a soft surface as instructed in the manual, maximum I’ve gotten is 84°C. With a simple cooling table it stays at a nice 67-72° during gaming. Max temperature according to core temperatures is 100°C. Anybody taking this laptop serious will run core temperatures. The laptop is very fluid so far. I love it. I use it daily for gaming and business.

    • @Quan5021
      @Quan5021 7 месяцев назад

      I definitely wouldnt be ok with those temps I want to have headroom for Overclocking

  • @optimusslime8087
    @optimusslime8087 Год назад +8

    How are the thermals on this? Been comparing to the Legion Pro 7i 4080 and the thermals on the predator seem to be much higher. The legion in 4090 seems to run cooler too over the predator 4080.

    • @FBi_.
      @FBi_. 5 месяцев назад +2

      I mean the legion pro is more expensive so i’m not surprised you get what you pay for wish i had the money for the 9i legion pro

  • @reaper7910
    @reaper7910 Год назад +6

    I'm really worried about getting the 4080 version of this laptop because a lot of other videos shows that when playing a game, both the cpu and gpu temps reach 90 degrees or more. I don't want to spend $2500 only ot have this blow up in my face. I really hope there would be more reviews for the Helios 16 because it is the cleanest looking laptop I've seen, along with the Legion 7

    • @reaper7910
      @reaper7910 Год назад +2

      @@jeji5860 so, does that mean that other youtube videos on the laptop have faulty thermal paste or something? It's really inconsistent because some guys on reddit have this experience while others don't

    • @NotebookcheckReviews
      @NotebookcheckReviews  Год назад +6

      Temperatures in our sample have been great on both the GPU and CPU, but of course we only have experience with the 4060 ... I'm trying to get a 4080 sample as well!

    • @lefton_open15
      @lefton_open15 5 месяцев назад

      4070 and 4080 is the same

  • @zocker018_boss
    @zocker018_boss Год назад +6

    For anyone who considers buying the Mini LED variant of this model, be aware that it might have a strong brightness bloom.
    I tried two separate machines and both showed a strong bloom between brightness levels, most noticably when your screen is black (but on) and you search for your cursor, which isn't white but dark grey due to the bloom.
    If you want to go safe, I can recommend the normal IPS option instead, which so far has truly satisfied my personal expectations so far while owning it.

    • @cdieseldawg5850
      @cdieseldawg5850 Год назад +1

      I agree. The IPS panel on the Helios 16 is really really good. It gets super bright, contrast is really good for IPS (not OLED level obviously). The mini LED also can’t hit the G2G response times the nano-ips panel can either. My desktop main is a c2 OLED on 13900K and 4090 and the color vibrancy on this IPS panel gets very close to the OLED. It is buttery smooth too.

  • @JoshCravesTech
    @JoshCravesTech Год назад +11

    I wonder how much different that performance dropoff to balanced mode would be on the 4080 model. We love to see a good balanced mode!

  • @pho3nix-
    @pho3nix- 9 месяцев назад +1

    Can you turn off the RGB on the back completely or is it always flashing? I really dislike how they are adding RGB / lights to everything gaming-related these days

  • @unawareaesthetics
    @unawareaesthetics Год назад +4

    I for The 4070 Version and im also very happy with it. I Know 4070 isnt worth but i habe to say it still does a very Food Job for Gaming

    • @NotebookcheckReviews
      @NotebookcheckReviews  Год назад +4

      The 4070 is not a bad card, its just that it could have been better. Have fun with your new laptop!

  • @duncan359
    @duncan359 22 дня назад

    how does this compare to the rog strix 16 (not scar) in terms of speakers, heat, display

  • @mitsub0tsu946
    @mitsub0tsu946 Год назад +8

    Thanks for the vid as it helps me choose my next gaming laptop :) . Btw, i read from many reviews that the I9 variant with rtx 4070 reaches a cpu temp of nearly 100 degrees celsius. What about the temps in this variant?

    • @TheTrainboard
      @TheTrainboard Месяц назад

      i have seen other reviews that say it heat throttles. Did you buy the acer preditor helios? or an alternatine notebook. what did you decide on

  • @vict.nguyen
    @vict.nguyen Год назад +1

    Hi I currently have my Asus Zephyrus M16 (2023) and im kinda considering switching to Helios 16 i9 rtx 4080. Should I risk it?

    • @NotebookcheckReviews
      @NotebookcheckReviews  Год назад

      Why not stick to the M16?

    • @vict.nguyen
      @vict.nguyen Год назад

      @@NotebookcheckReviews I think I’m just greedy for more lol. The helios 16 has rtx 4080 for $100 more. So i was thinkin if I should switch from 4070 to 4080. The M16 has been spectacular tho, nothing to complain about.

    • @HaloinfiniteEternal
      @HaloinfiniteEternal Год назад +1

      We’ve got the Acer Predator Helios 16 with the i7-13700hx and 140 watt Rtx 4070 and it’s such an incredible laptop especially for gaming, and I’ll highly recommend it as the build quality is superb, and the Liquid Metal cooling works amazing, and the Predator Sense Turbo Mode is fantastic.
      Acer Predator Helios 16 is Awesome !

    • @DareDevil-ms1fy
      @DareDevil-ms1fy 5 месяцев назад

      ​@@NotebookcheckReviews hi bro, how is Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 Gaming Laptop 13th Gen Intel Core i7 Processor (16 GB/1 TB SSD/Windows 11 Home/NVIDIA ® GeForce RTX ¢ 4060) PHN16-71, (16") WQXGA Display
      Can u say it good or any suggestions give me please

  • @kriseightyfive5854
    @kriseightyfive5854 Год назад +1

    Question if any wishes to help? I was trying to play BG3 on a Nitro 5 GTX 1060 8GB i7 144Hz, but you can guess how that went.
    I have my eyes set on the following:
    - Acer PHN 16 RTX 4070 16GB i9 165Hz
    - Asus M16 RTX 4060 16GB i9 240Hz
    The difference is about €200,- in favor of the Acer.
    EDIT: There is also the Asus G16 with similar specs and pricing as the Acer.

  • @PapaTanduo
    @PapaTanduo 4 месяца назад

    Great review bro

  • @lcizzlelc
    @lcizzlelc 8 месяцев назад

    Only comes with one SSD but you can install 2. Connector is right next to the sodimm slots.

  • @Evermind0602
    @Evermind0602 Год назад +1

    Thanks for your full review on Acer Helios 16, Alex. I have been waiting this for a long time. Comparing to last year’s Helios 300, it may not own the comparative advantages on GPU+CPU performance, but Helios 16 provides an absolute advantage on the screen, which is nearly 500 nits. I will purchase this laptop with the 4070 version. Again, thanks for your video. Still waiting for your Triton review.

    • @NotebookcheckReviews
      @NotebookcheckReviews  Год назад +1

      Thank you for your kind words. The Helios is excellent at delivering a complete package, which makes it very tough to beat this year!

  • @redroseFPS
    @redroseFPS Год назад +1

    Would you guys know how fast the Type-C PD charging speed of this laptop? I know the Helios Neo 16 only has 65 watts of PD but I was thinking it might change for this Helios 16 version. Thanks!

  • @divakaranmano5878
    @divakaranmano5878 Год назад

    Acer Helios Neo 16 are asus rog strix g 16, which is better? Predator sense or armoury crate which is having better features?

  • @gauravraj9328
    @gauravraj9328 Год назад +1

    Does it have USB charging?
    I've already purchased 13700hx, 4060, QHD 240hz variant, but I'm not able to charge with any power delivery charger.
    Yes, it has two ports which supports thunderbolt, but don't know why it can't charge, not even showing slow charging prompt.
    And the screen also seems too weak to be called as IPS, I'm afraid if I damage the display while using screen cleaning kit.

    • @NotebookcheckReviews
      @NotebookcheckReviews  Год назад

      Both USB-Cs should actually support power delivery with up to 100W. With what kind of charger have you tried it?
      And IPS describes the panel technology and does not tell you anything about the physical rigidity of the panel.

  • @duncan359
    @duncan359 22 дня назад

    how is the thermals?

  • @KernicDE
    @KernicDE 11 месяцев назад

    Can I run this notebook (with the 4080) on an USB-C dock without the power-cable in pure desktop usage (in office for teams and browser)?

  • @Bean-kw2xp
    @Bean-kw2xp Год назад

    between this and the Legion Pro 5(2024), which would you recommend?

    • @NotebookcheckReviews
      @NotebookcheckReviews  Год назад

      Tough one, both will deliver similar performance and features, so I would say it comes to your personal preference and price. You can check out our written reviews for some more in-depth about both (linked in the description) maybe that will help you?!

  • @marshyyyy0
    @marshyyyy0 Год назад

    Hi! Can you please help me? I recently bought this laptop and for some reason when I play a game it changes my fps cap 😢

  • @OneOPMKaraoke
    @OneOPMKaraoke 4 месяца назад +1

    How is the speaker.sound quality? I regret buying helios neo 16, speaker quality is garbage

    • @joiboiii
      @joiboiii 2 месяца назад

      use fxsound volume and quality will be better, dts drivers sucks

  • @BushWookie603
    @BushWookie603 8 месяцев назад

    Theres 2 nvme's. The 2nd is hidden to the right of the "bottom" ram. At quick glance youll miss the screw hole, but its there

  • @CR7Maverick
    @CR7Maverick Месяц назад

    Got the 4070 laptop gpu and an i9 14900HX (acer predator Helios neo 16)It’s great for gaming and for studying mainly gaming it has 32 cores and it’s also very quiet and gives me tons of performance quietly I play gta on direct X 11 and 12 (high graphics)with a smooth 160-120 fps and also a 16 inch 240hz display
    Remember always to keep it plugged in for performance mode.

  • @josueortiz2347
    @josueortiz2347 10 месяцев назад

    which is better, this laptop or katana rtx 4070?

  • @henrihazzan8648
    @henrihazzan8648 2 месяца назад

    What’s more quiet this or rog strix

  • @THEDAVITOQRO
    @THEDAVITOQRO 3 месяца назад

    "Hey everyone, I bought an Acer Predator Helios 16 i7 (PHN16-72)about a month ago, but I'm having an issue with the battery life. It only lasts around one and a half hours in the lightest mode, like when I'm watching films or just browsing. Can anyone tell me what the normal battery life should be for this model? And how long should it last in remote mode without being plugged in? Any help would be greatly appreciated!"

    • @NotebookcheckReviews
      @NotebookcheckReviews  3 месяца назад

      Have you checked task manager when on battery to see if you have anything running that sucks up your battery? Or is it maybe running in dGPU mode? There should be an option to put it in Optimus or MSHybrid Mode.
      Either in the Predator Sense software or the NVIDIA control center.

  • @allanestrada8837
    @allanestrada8837 Год назад +1

    Brother question! I see your gaming test was made of QHD or FHD 1080 res... this laptops come with a res of 2650x1600.. by setting the game on 1080 res dont you lose quality? Or get the famous black bars due to the aspect ratio?

  • @mfxstudios1873
    @mfxstudios1873 Год назад

    U didn't mention about mux switch or Nvidia advanced Optimus. Does it have that our not? That's the main imp thing in gaming lap right.

    • @NotebookcheckReviews
      @NotebookcheckReviews  Год назад

      I can not remember if there was a setting in the Predator-Sense Software, but you can choose to use only the NVIDIA-gpu in the BIOS. You can find more info in our written review:
      www.notebookcheck.net/Acer-Predator-Helios-16-laptop-review-A-quiet-gaming-laptop-with-many-strengths.734586.0.html#toc-5

  • @martinmcfly5405
    @martinmcfly5405 Год назад

    what do you think is the better choice when fan noise is a bit important the ASUS Rog Strix G16 or the Acer Predator Helios 16 ??
    There is a test where quiet mode is used on a ROG Strix with 4080 which seemed very silent but if we compare
    both maschines with 4060 or 4080 ??

    • @djdjdjd971
      @djdjdjd971 10 месяцев назад

      Did you end up getting a Acer, thinking about it too just put off by the fan noise

  • @josephlumbog961
    @josephlumbog961 Год назад

    i think i saw the other nvme slot of the right side near the ram slot??

    • @pahadiasd5992
      @pahadiasd5992 Год назад

      Yes it has other nvme gen4 slot.

    • @NotebookcheckReviews
      @NotebookcheckReviews  Год назад +1

      I do not think it does:
      www.notebookcheck.net/Acer-Predator-Helios-16-laptop-review-A-quiet-gaming-laptop-with-many-strengths.734586.0.html#10020463-1

    • @josephlumbog961
      @josephlumbog961 Год назад

      @@NotebookcheckReviews i am planning to buy this laptop.. based on the photo on your website I saw a printed number "2" on the right sideof the ram slots does it indicates nvme slot 2? I also saw a nvme mounting screw.. Could acer just put it there without another nvme slot? or it depends on country?

    • @pahadiasd5992
      @pahadiasd5992 Год назад

      @@NotebookcheckReviews I have same unit it came with 512gb gen4 SSD(WD SN810) and I upgraded the other slot by installing 1tb crucial gen 4 SSD

    • @NotebookcheckReviews
      @NotebookcheckReviews  Год назад

      Where was the slot located? Have you checked the image with the link I sent? Is it on the right side of the RAM? There was something that looked like an M.2 slot but not mounting screw ...

  • @rzcrow
    @rzcrow 11 месяцев назад

    Do you know how far will the lid open up?

  • @AugmentedNick
    @AugmentedNick 6 месяцев назад

    How is the 4050 varient for music production and is this laptop durable..? Some reviews said it died exactly after 1 year..

    • @NotebookcheckReviews
      @NotebookcheckReviews  6 месяцев назад +1

      That is very hard for me to answer since I dont do music production, and we rarely test notebooks for such long periods.

    • @DareDevil-ms1fy
      @DareDevil-ms1fy 5 месяцев назад

      ​@@NotebookcheckReviews​ hi bro, how is Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 Gaming Laptop 13th Gen Intel Core i7 Processor (16 GB/1 TB SSD/Windows 11 Home/NVIDIA ® GeForce RTX ¢ 4060) PHN16-71, (16") WQXGA Display
      Can u say it good or any suggestions give me please

  • @VitaliyVitaliy-s7t
    @VitaliyVitaliy-s7t Год назад

    Good afternoon, I choose between Dell Alienware M18 and Acer Helios 16, which one would you recommend to take and why? Thanks a lot!

    • @NotebookcheckReviews
      @NotebookcheckReviews  Год назад

      Two very differing machines. If you can live with the occasional glitch with Alienware's Command Center and want something stationary on your desk with a big screen ... the Alienware is a great machine. If you want something much more portable, with a much more stable command centre but an equal amount of ports, the Helios is great too!

  • @MehrAeulius
    @MehrAeulius 2 месяца назад

    Acer predator laptops are bios locked and you canmot do any kind of tweaking specially undervolting to improve thermals and battery life, look for other brands thats still support undervolting and tweaks like lenovo bios are unlocked and tools are integrated to vantage point that have a lot of controls and tweaks

  • @technology4314
    @technology4314 Год назад +2

    Is there an extra ram and ssd slot?

    • @pahadiasd5992
      @pahadiasd5992 Год назад +1

      Yes ram can be upgraded to 32GB DDR5 4800MHZ and as for storage upto 2TB per slot(as mentioned in acer community)

    • @NotebookcheckReviews
      @NotebookcheckReviews  Год назад +1

      There are two RAM slots and some weirdly disguised NVME slots as well.

    • @technology4314
      @technology4314 Год назад +1

      @@pahadiasd5992 thanks man

    • @technology4314
      @technology4314 Год назад

      do you know the weight of the laptop with the charger?@@NotebookcheckReviews

  • @shanmukhsrikar
    @shanmukhsrikar Год назад +3

    Thanks man been waiting for this video
    But i thought it's the maxed out version:(
    😢 Could you do the maxed out Helios 16 review or the Helios 18 with 4080 and mini led please
    I don't see any reviews on these laptops ;(
    Hope you'll do something thanks

    • @NotebookcheckReviews
      @NotebookcheckReviews  Год назад +1

      It seems like those SKUs are simply not available yet. Would love to see how the 4080 performs in this chassis myself!

    • @shanmukhsrikar
      @shanmukhsrikar Год назад +1

      @@NotebookcheckReviews thanks for the reply
      Man. Since you're here can you please tell me if shall i go and purchase the Helios 16 with i9 and 4080
      Is it worth the money since you already had a look at them you may have an idea right ?
      And again sorry for any inconvenience
      Thanks man 🤗

    • @shanmukhsrikar
      @shanmukhsrikar 8 месяцев назад

      Hie brother still hoping you'd reply ​@@NotebookcheckReviews

  • @metathanatos1
    @metathanatos1 Год назад +3

    the 2nd NVME slot was so hidden it fooled most laptop reviewers LOL

    • @sorinsrn5442
      @sorinsrn5442 Год назад

      Yep, this laptop has 2 nvme slots. Thing is that on the 2nd slot is a big 2 nr on the pcb that referes that there is the 2nd slot.

  • @kevinpamplaniyil9756
    @kevinpamplaniyil9756 Год назад

    2560 x 1600 240Hz G-SYNC Display is this a Qhd panel

  • @ashishranganathan8452
    @ashishranganathan8452 8 месяцев назад

    Guys I just placed my Acer predator helios Neo 16 rtx 4050 16gb ram 1tb ssd in 81000, is it a good deal??

  • @_iboo
    @_iboo Год назад

    I don't understand, is the fan noise annoying? Do you advise us to get it?

    • @NotebookcheckReviews
      @NotebookcheckReviews  Год назад

      In the end, thats for you to decide.
      I think fan noise is very loud in the performance profile but very reasonable in the balanced profile.

  • @marciallea-plaza4908
    @marciallea-plaza4908 Год назад

    Does this laptop feat a mini-LED? in the webpage it says that it does but here you said it doesnt. im a bit confused

    • @NotebookcheckReviews
      @NotebookcheckReviews  Год назад +1

      I think some SKUs come with an MiniLED option.

    • @marciallea-plaza4908
      @marciallea-plaza4908 Год назад

      @@NotebookcheckReviews im sorry, what is an SKU?

    • @NotebookcheckReviews
      @NotebookcheckReviews  Год назад +1

      A specific variant, basically a different configuration .

    • @zocker018_boss
      @zocker018_boss Год назад +1

      Usually the easiest indicator is the 250Hz refresh rate which is reserved to only the Mini LED option.
      However, I recommend inspecting the screen for brightness bloom if you consider buying it.

  • @amoghshanbhag4304
    @amoghshanbhag4304 Год назад

    Hello,
    I was scouring youtube for some review for the Miniled display version with 4080 but couldnt find any, can you maybe try and put out a short review for that?

    • @NotebookcheckReviews
      @NotebookcheckReviews  Год назад

      I would love to, but there aren't any samples available in that config yet. I am trying tho, would love to see what the 4080 can do in that chassis myself!

  • @MrDarkTides
    @MrDarkTides Год назад

    Any link to the wallpaper? Great video

  • @DarrenE1991
    @DarrenE1991 Год назад

    These have i9 and rtx 4080.....this video is only 2 months old, why u reviewing the older i7 ones?

  • @fmulleady
    @fmulleady Год назад +1

    Great summary review as always. Been reading your web reviews for years now. How does this stack up against the Lenovo Legion 7i Pro 16 2023 which has a very good 240hz ips panel?

    • @NotebookcheckReviews
      @NotebookcheckReviews  Год назад +2

      Thanks, man, I'm glad to have you around on RUclips too!
      Both screens are excellent, but the Helios has wider color gamuts on its side.
      Response times are on par for both displays, as are the overall specs. So if the display is your deciding factor, the Helios has the edge here!

  • @Dan301986
    @Dan301986 11 месяцев назад

    I got one and no issues at all with it don’t know what these other reviewers are experiencing.

    • @LOTRFan295
      @LOTRFan295 9 месяцев назад

      In my opinion and experience don't play game with the laptop on a blanket , put it on a glass table and play it there because the laptop won't get hot and keeping the fan clean too will help

  • @shrekstezyqq4595
    @shrekstezyqq4595 Год назад

    hello, I'm choosing between Dell Alienware M18 and Acer Predator Helios 16, how understanding are you to advise me to take it better? Danke!

    • @marianotvico
      @marianotvico Год назад

      it's though, but main choice here is based on size. If u are gonna use it as desktop only go for m18, if u want a minimum of portability 16inch makes more sense to me. Just my opinion

  • @louisexiadrei
    @louisexiadrei Год назад

    How to fixed freezing for this unit

    • @NotebookcheckReviews
      @NotebookcheckReviews  Год назад

      We did not have any problems with our sample. What is happening with yours exactly?
      For direct support we would recommend talking to Acer.

  • @Gol_D.r31
    @Gol_D.r31 4 месяца назад

    Wie sieht es nach fast einem Jahr aus? Noch zu empfehlen?
    Könnte es aktuell für 2k € erwerben, 4070, 32GBR, 2TG Speicher...

    • @manuelbaumann768
      @manuelbaumann768 2 месяца назад

      Hast du den gekauft? Habe gerade die gleiche specs und gleicher Preis

  • @badbl00d08
    @badbl00d08 Год назад

    Which of the ports has the power off usb charging capability?

    • @NotebookcheckReviews
      @NotebookcheckReviews  Год назад

      I can not check for you since I no longer have the review unit. Sorry, my man!

  • @boneybone8123
    @boneybone8123 Год назад

    When are you going to review 18” version?

    • @NotebookcheckReviews
      @NotebookcheckReviews  Год назад +1

      Just got it yesterday!

    • @boneybone8123
      @boneybone8123 Год назад

      @@NotebookcheckReviews Hurry up brother! If Helios 18 goes out of stock while I am waiting for your review, I will haunt your dreams!

  • @ryan-xp1tt
    @ryan-xp1tt 7 месяцев назад

    tell me what series the laptop code

  • @gnarl12
    @gnarl12 Год назад +1

    Excellent review. Ite between this and a Nitro 16 or TUF 16.

  • @brianloh3735
    @brianloh3735 Год назад

    Finally long awaited 🎉❤

    • @NotebookcheckReviews
      @NotebookcheckReviews  Год назад +1

      Sorry it took so long! :)

    • @brianloh3735
      @brianloh3735 Год назад

      @@NotebookcheckReviews its ok, love your reviews keep up the good work 😆🎉

  • @aswanthashok7490
    @aswanthashok7490 Год назад

    How go get this wallpaper??

  • @admiralsnackbarkekwalice6167
    @admiralsnackbarkekwalice6167 5 месяцев назад

    So im getting gifted one of these.
    Fan noise can be handled with a good head set.
    Heat can be fixed with a fan/cooling pad beneath the machine and short battery life is rendered moot because ill be using it plugged in at a desk.
    I dont see a reason to not use it. Beats my dusted up chrome held up together with spite and ducttape

  • @judsondematosfernandes467
    @judsondematosfernandes467 Год назад

    Someone could help me?
    What’s better:
    alienweare (m16) with rtx 4080
    Or
    legion pro 7i gen 8 intel with rtx 4080
    Or
    Predator Helios 16 with rtx4080?

    • @barkermush7147
      @barkermush7147 Год назад

      I wouldn't get the Alienware M16, they have a really poor screen for 2023 (only up to 300nits) also they have problems with performance in games, due to poor temp/throttling setup out of the box.
      [EDIT] Oh and the M16 also has an inverted motherboard, so if you wanted to do simple ram/ssd upgrade, or even a repaste.. you would have to completely disassemble the laptop, to get the motherboard out and turn it over!
      Everybody seems to say good things about Legion, really good for performance in gaming.. and cost to performance. Not sure about the Predator Helios, that might be good?
      But yeah, don't get the Alienware.

    • @judsondematosfernandes467
      @judsondematosfernandes467 Год назад

      @@barkermush7147 thanks!

    • @clevvergamer
      @clevvergamer Год назад

      Go with Lenovo

    • @MSAPtube
      @MSAPtube Год назад

      ​@@barkermush7147I just watched a video of someone replacing memory and SSD drives in Alienware and it is all right on top when you open the back panel.

  • @justinliebenberg2321
    @justinliebenberg2321 Год назад

    Can't decide between an Asus rog 3070 ti i9 or this

    • @James-es4tz
      @James-es4tz Год назад

      If you want a 40 series, then buy this.

  • @rawhit007
    @rawhit007 Год назад +1

    Amazing looks especially the led lights at behind hinges. Those were my deciding factor for choosing this over legion or others.

  • @padila176
    @padila176 11 месяцев назад

    Hello ! It is made from aluminum or plastic?

    • @samuelrblx2605
      @samuelrblx2605 9 месяцев назад

      Both

    • @samuelrblx2605
      @samuelrblx2605 9 месяцев назад

      Both keyboard plastic and metal or alluminum for the rest don’t know if it was alluminium in the laptop bulid

  • @nemesis7884
    @nemesis7884 Год назад +1

    I have the predator triton 17 x and can recommend it....great laptop although a bit warm and heavy

  • @ahmedmostafa5855
    @ahmedmostafa5855 Год назад

    Ram is not upgradable??

  • @valentinhorvath3125
    @valentinhorvath3125 Год назад

    Scar 16 or Helios 16 ?

    • @NotebookcheckReviews
      @NotebookcheckReviews  Год назад

      Tough ... depends on the price for your desired config I would say. I would prefer the Helios for its design, but the Scars are very, very fast ...

  • @jaybautista6673
    @jaybautista6673 Год назад

    Could this run gta 5 or any other game on a highest graphics , and would it run smoothly??

  • @Asmrnerd10
    @Asmrnerd10 Год назад

    Is the hinge good or nah?

    • @NotebookcheckReviews
      @NotebookcheckReviews  Год назад

      It's "ok"
      Not the best, nor the worst.

    • @Asmrnerd10
      @Asmrnerd10 Год назад

      @@NotebookcheckReviews Can u explain why its ok? Thanks

  • @crazyelf1
    @crazyelf1 Год назад

    I wonder how the Legion 9i will stack up to this.
    Also, another consideration is how this laptop stacks up the Acer Helios 18, its larger sibling.
    Any idea if a 4090 version is coming?

    • @NotebookcheckReviews
      @NotebookcheckReviews  Год назад

      I think they will reserve the 4090 for the Triton 17X.
      We have a review about an 18" 4080 Helios coming soon!
      And the 9i is more comparable to the Triton 17X as well, it is just overall a bit more premium than the Helios. It is more in line with the Legion Pro 7s I would say.

  • @everwinter
    @everwinter Год назад

    How did the helios with 4060 beat the legion pro 5 with 4070 in fps? lol

  • @CarlosRodriguez-xk9ot
    @CarlosRodriguez-xk9ot Год назад

    Would like a Ryzen version though, CPU throttles way less with Ryzen 7840

    • @NotebookcheckReviews
      @NotebookcheckReviews  Год назад

      I do not think that is necessarily true. Zen4 runs quite a bit hotter than intel this year ...

    • @CarlosRodriguez-xk9ot
      @CarlosRodriguez-xk9ot Год назад

      @@NotebookcheckReviews CPU throttling is how a CPU controls its clock speed and voltage automatically depending on the workload.

  • @feraldrgn
    @feraldrgn Год назад

    I wouldn't say it keeps temperatures in check, these CPUs run hot & it's a shame how locked down the BIOS/UEFI is (I have the 16" i9-13900HX, RTX 4070 model).
    I only found out much later after purchase that intel CPUs had undervolting patched out due to a security vulnerability. So now I'm looking for other ways to get the CPU temps down (I want the hardware to last a long time), I'm not highly tech savvy so taking it apart is a no-go.

    • @adrianct5585
      @adrianct5585 Год назад

      You can also disable turbo boost from the bios

  • @Pinokyo79
    @Pinokyo79 11 месяцев назад

    Model number pls

  • @clevvergamer
    @clevvergamer Год назад +70

    Predator helios 16 4080 have huge problems,i own it and regret buying it. Battery is not good,heating issue from beginning. They didnt solve my issue. When i play games for a couple of hours it gives up,my screen my mouse don't repond. Like it is dead. Acer should stop making laptops and stay with making air purifiers. I was going to buy asus rog strix scar and saw acer for less money and gone for it and now regret very badly. I bought it for 2,49,990 and it is huge amount in indian money,i am in dipression,bought this laptop to become a RUclipsr and that doesn't seem to happen because acer don't have return policy. I asked them to take it back after using it for 1 week they refused and said they can only repair. Acer is a bad company.

    • @NotebookcheckReviews
      @NotebookcheckReviews  Год назад +33

      Damn, that sounds like quite the ordeal. Thank you for sharing your experience.

    • @feraldrgn
      @feraldrgn Год назад +1

      I looked into that model myself & passed on it due to the estimated battery life (about 4 hours?) & saw some info online about bad heat management. The 18" model might be a better buy, I'm unsure if the seller had incorrect info but the 18" model had both MiniLED & 8 hours estimated battery life, couldn't find any heat concerns online for it.

    • @rawhit007
      @rawhit007 Год назад +8

      Usually indian sites like flipkart or amazon offer 7 day replacement.. i am going to receive mine (i9 4070) in a couple of days and the first thing i will do a thorough testing including benchmark tests etc and do compare my results with others available online.

    • @cdieseldawg5850
      @cdieseldawg5850 Год назад +36

      I love mine! Best gaming laptop I’ve ever owned. I Have the model with 13900HX, 4080, and upgraded to 32Gb 5600mhz ramjet (16x2). Not sure what this person’s deal is. I’ve got the 4080 overclocked in afterburner on top of predator sense and hitting 19,3xx in timespy. Panel is buttery smooth, super vibrant(after config), and the G2G response is amazing. temps are amazing on the GPU and with the CPU on LM, and noise isn’t bad at all for a gaming laptop. One of the best and I’ve owned more than 200 PC’s (desktops and laptops) in my lifetime all the way back to Intel 80386. If you are buying ANY high spec gaming laptop and a prerequisite is good battery life, you honestly have no business purchasing and/or owning a gaming laptop.. 😂 review honestly sounds like “paid by competitor” nonsense. The laptop is amazing. I’ve been building/repairing PC’s and Mac’s for 28 years..

    • @clevvergamer
      @clevvergamer Год назад +2

      @@cdieseldawg5850 if you can overclock or do any bullshit,do you think everyone can do it ? Laptops should be friendly not complicated,maybe you are paid by acer,think before you say anything. Laptop have so many issues, that's it

  • @pg3ddude844
    @pg3ddude844 Год назад

    I bought it yesterday for only 1278€ because there was a intel gaming sale and a coupon I think I that’s a good price

    • @NotebookcheckReviews
      @NotebookcheckReviews  Год назад +1

      That is a very solid deal! Congrats, enjoy your name gaming laptop!

    • @pg3ddude844
      @pg3ddude844 Год назад

      @@NotebookcheckReviews just got it 2 hours ago it is amazing 🤩

  • @MrPplin
    @MrPplin 11 месяцев назад

    Hello! great review thanks you !
    I want to buy a laptop but i hesitate between this one and :
    Lenovo legion pro 5 (I7 13700hx + rtx 4060)
    They are similar, which one would you advise me? They have the same cost..

  • @jordanwylie7655
    @jordanwylie7655 Год назад

    On sale right now at best buy for $1000. Buy it

  • @zachariekelley
    @zachariekelley 7 месяцев назад

    There are two nvme

  • @Mimsy_Crush
    @Mimsy_Crush Год назад

    the 1 nvme slot is a disapointment part

    • @NotebookcheckReviews
      @NotebookcheckReviews  Год назад

      Apparently there is a second one that is just very well hidden!

    • @Mimsy_Crush
      @Mimsy_Crush Год назад

      ohh ok good to know then@@NotebookcheckReviews

  • @Newton3297
    @Newton3297 Год назад

    is the chasis from aluminium?

    • @NotebookcheckReviews
      @NotebookcheckReviews  Год назад

      The display lid and the keyboard deck are made from aluminium, while the display frame and bottom cover are plastic!

  • @franciscoa7965
    @franciscoa7965 Год назад

    Just got the exact same model for $999 on best buy

  • @shishimaru1000
    @shishimaru1000 Год назад

    I find those leds on the bump behind the screen terrible :S even when turned off, they really look "toy-ish" and not futuristic.

  • @Gaurav_9108
    @Gaurav_9108 Год назад

    08:16 i will be like i've property by beach side ,, the sea is making some noise

  • @gonzza35
    @gonzza35 Год назад

    my predadors helios 3000 stopped workin(completely die)after 3 years not worth to pay huge money for gaming laptop as u will need to pay for repair if its possible in short time,no more laptops for me only desktop pc.

  • @sleanzles
    @sleanzles Год назад

    What!? Just one nvme slot. Well that's a bummer 😞

    • @NotebookcheckReviews
      @NotebookcheckReviews  Год назад +1

      Apparently it has two, the second one is very well hidden

    • @sleanzles
      @sleanzles Год назад

      ​@@NotebookcheckReviews😅 What?! Just two nvme slots. Well that's so cool 😎☺️! Thanks

    • @NotebookcheckReviews
      @NotebookcheckReviews  Год назад

      😂

  • @rchgmer863
    @rchgmer863 Год назад

    Alex da best ❤🎉

  • @laurencecalunsag6831
    @laurencecalunsag6831 11 месяцев назад

    i want that wallpaper

  • @clevvergamer
    @clevvergamer Год назад +2

    My laptop configuration -
    Predator Helios 16, i9 13900hx,32 GB Ram,4080 graphics, it's a huge configuration, but it have very bad performance and weird cpu behaviour ,please don't buy and regret, finally it's upto you guys. I played wwe 2k23 for a couple of hours and then my mouse and game was very badly lagging I had to restart the laptop. In 4k editing this laptop behaves like it is a 4gb laptop with a decade old processor. I don't know if acer old laptops are good but this one have issues which you don't want.

    • @NotebookcheckReviews
      @NotebookcheckReviews  Год назад +1

      You already shared your experience in your previous comment. No need to spam our comment section, as frustrating as your situation might be! Thanks!

    • @clevvergamer
      @clevvergamer Год назад

      @@NotebookcheckReviews sorry just wanted to share my laptop variant because there are more variants available, really sorry

    • @NotebookcheckReviews
      @NotebookcheckReviews  Год назад

      All good, no worries!

  • @surft
    @surft Год назад +2

    Too bad there is no AMD CPU version.

    • @NotebookcheckReviews
      @NotebookcheckReviews  Год назад

      What benefits would you expect with an AMD CPU?

    • @surft
      @surft Год назад

      @@NotebookcheckReviews For me, better battery life at least for the HS. And a comperent iGPU/CPU if you just want to play games or even work with a 65W usb c charger when travelling and not bring the bulky charger.
      I had to settle for a Nitro 16 7940HS and the battery life is really good. But I would have liked a metal chassis, keyboard and a better Webcam provided by the Helios.

    • @NotebookcheckReviews
      @NotebookcheckReviews  Год назад

      How much runtime do you get out of the 7940HS?

  • @vincentdoubt
    @vincentdoubt Год назад

    i used to buy Acer Predator , but recently i felt their design language worse than Lenovo Legion , they can't even beat Victus in term of look .

    • @NotebookcheckReviews
      @NotebookcheckReviews  11 месяцев назад

      Really? I think they did a really good job with the Helios!

  • @muhammedfarique5396
    @muhammedfarique5396 Год назад

    nah dont have money for 4080 , better setle with neo 16 4070

  • @vladimirkirchev7697
    @vladimirkirchev7697 23 дня назад

    Loudest laptop i'v ever owned. If you want to feel like its raining or there is a helicopter hovering outside your house all day long this one is for you otherwise go for something else. Extremely annoying fans. So freaking loud that under load you will not be able to have a normal conversation

  • @Op_Gamerz_007
    @Op_Gamerz_007 10 месяцев назад

    By fan noise i can say it's a f*cking space ship. 💀💀

    • @djdjdjd971
      @djdjdjd971 10 месяцев назад

      Is it still alright though ? Can you use it on balance mode mostly ?

  • @foreverjjun
    @foreverjjun 7 месяцев назад

    Acer has locked undervolting even in unlocked Core i9 HX processors. It's locked in CPU microcodes and can't be unlocked. Buyers be aware!!!!

    • @LawrenceACD
      @LawrenceACD 7 месяцев назад

      What do you mean by that? that its not completely i9?

  • @parpar6483
    @parpar6483 Год назад

    did you just say ASUS?😂in your introduction