Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S (RTX 5070 Ti & Intel Ultra 9 275HX) XMG Fusion 16 (RTX 5070 & Ultra 9) Comparison

Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S (RTX 5070 Ti & Intel Ultra 9 275HX) $2,399 Check Deal	XMG Fusion 16 (RTX 5070 & Ultra 9) $2,200 Check Deal	Lenovo Legion Pro 7i Gen 10 with RTX 5070 Ti
Overview
Brand
Acer	XMG
Model
Predator Helios Neo 16S AI	XMG Fusion 16 OLED review - The first XMG laptop with an OLED screen
Graphics
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti 12GB GDDR7	GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop 8GB GDDR7
RTX 5070 Laptops
RAM
32 GB DDR5 6400MHz (2x16GB)	64GB DDR5-6400MHz (Single-Channel)
16GB Laptops \| 64GB Laptops
Storage
2 TB PCIe Gen 4 SSD	2 TB Samsung 9100 Pro 2 TB NVMe SSD SSD
2 TB PCIe Gen 4 SSD Laptops \| 2 TB Samsung 9100 Pro 2 TB NVMe SSD SSD Laptops
Display
16-inch OLED 240Hz 2560x1600	16.00 inches, (2880 x 1800 (3K)), 120 Hz, OLED
Operating System
Windows 11 Pro	Not specified
Weight
2.30 kg (5.07 lbs)	2.133 kg (4.70 lbs)
Color
Obsidian Black	Not specified
Processor
CPU
Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX	Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX
Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX Laptops
Cores
24 (8 Performance + 16 Efficiency)	8 Cores
Threads
24.0	24 Threads
Base Clock
2.7 GHz	5.4 GHz
Max Turbo Boost
Up to 5.4 GHz	Up to 4.6 GHz
Cache
36 MB Intel Smart Cache	36MB Intel Smart Cache
TDP
55 W / 160 W (PL1 / PL2)	45W (PL1)
Architecture
	Intel Arrow Lake
Additional Features
	Intel NPU for AI, 8 Performance Cores
Display
Screen Size
16 Inches	16.00 inches
Resolution
2560 x 1600 pixels (QHD+ OLED)	2880 x 1800 (3K)
Refresh Rate
240 Hz	120 Hz
Response Time
2 ms	Not specified
Panel Type
OLED	OLED
Color Gamut
100% DCI-P3	See review for color accuracy
Brightness
Supports 400 nits typical	See review
Aspect Ratio
16:10	16:10
Additional Features
Microsecond response, deep blacks, wide color	Glossy
Graphics
GPU
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU	GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop Laptop GPU
VRAM
12 GB GDDR7	8GB GDDR7
TGP
115 W	115W (including Dynamic Boost)
Ray Tracing
Supported	Yes (5th Gen RT Cores)
DLSS Support
DLSS 4	Yes, DLSS 4 with Neural Rendering
Benchmark Scores
Not specified, but high-end RTX 5070 Ti performance	See review for gaming benchmarks
Additional Features
Real-time ray tracing, AI frame generation	MUX Switch, NVIDIA Optimus
Architecture
	NVIDIA Blackwell
Memory
RAM Type
DDR5	DDR5
RAM Speed
6400 MHz	6400 MHz
Expandable Memory
Up to 64 GB (via two SO-DIMM slots)	Check specifications for upgrade options
Configuration
	64GB (1 x 64GB module)
Storage
Primary Storage
2 TB PCIe Gen 4 SSD	2 TB Samsung 9100 Pro 2 TB NVMe SSD
Secondary Storage Options
Not specified; likely none or optional M.2 slots	1x additional M.2 SSD slot available (check specs)
RAID Support
Not specified	Not specified
Performance
	NVMe SSD
Gaming Features
Dedicated Gaming Keys
RGB backlit keyboard with PredatorSense	Check specifications
RGB Customization
Yes, per key RGB	Single-zone backlighting
Game Optimization
PredatorSense software for tuning, overclocking, fan profiles	Manufacturer utility software
Performance
Cooling Technology
AeroBlade 3D fans, liquid-metal thermal interface, dedicated heat zones	Dual-fan cooling system
Overclocking Support
Yes, via PredatorSense
Performance Modes
Multiple profiles via PredatorSense	Multiple performance profiles available
Benchmark Scores
Not specified
Thermal Interface
	Standard thermal paste
Acoustics
	See review for noise levels
Battery
Capacity
76 Wh (approximate, typical for 16-inch gaming laptops)	8 Wh Lithium-Ion (4-cell)
Backup Time
Up to 4-6 hours depending on usage	Productivity: ~6-8 hours \| Gaming: ~1.5-2 hours
Charging Type
Supports 100W fast charging; 30 minutes to 50%	Proprietary DC-in or USB-C PD
Power Adapter
230 W	See specifications for included wattage
Connectivity
WiFi
Killer Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)	WiFi 7
Bluetooth
5.4	Bluetooth 5.4
Ports
Thunderbolt 4, USB-C (3.2 Gen 1), USB-A (3.2 Gen 1), HDMI 2.1, RJ-45 Ethernet, 3.5 mm Headphone/Mic jack	3 USB 3.0 / 3.1 Gen1, 1 USB 3.1 Gen2, 1 USB4 40 Gbps, 1 Thunderbolt 4, USB-C Power Delivery (PD), 1 HDMI, 3 DisplayPort, 1 Kensington Lock, 1 Docking Station Port, Audio Connections: 3.5 mm Stereo, Card Reader: SDXC
Ethernet
	Realtek RTL8125 2.5GBe Family Ethernet Controller
Keyboard & Touchpad
Keyboard Type
Per-key RGB backlit with PredatorSense keys	Backlit Keyboard
Key Travel
Approx. 1.7 mm	Not specified
N-Key Rollover
Yes	Not specified
Touchpad Features
Precision touchpad with multi-touch support	Multi-gesture Precision Touchpad
Audio
Speakers
Stereo speakers with DTS:X Ultra	Stereo Speakers
Audio Enhancements
DTS:X Ultra, high-quality sound	Intel Arrow Lake-S PCH - ACE (Audio Context Engine)
Dedicated Audio Jack
Yes	Yes
Camera
Webcam
1080p FHD IR webcam	1080p FHD Camera (30 fps)
Privacy Shutter
Not specified	Yes
Features
	IR Camera
Build & Design
Material
Aluminum lid, metal chassis with AeroBlade fans	Plastic/Metal chassis
Color Options
Obsidian Black	Not specified
RGB Lighting
Keyboard RGB per key
Dimensions
356.78 mm (W) x 275.50 mm (D) x 12–19.9 mm (H)	23 x 357 x 254 mm (H x W x D)
Additional Features
	See review for build quality
Special Features
Virtual Reality Ready
Yes	Yes
Advanced Cooling
Yes, AeroBlade 3D + liquid-metal
Software
PredatorSense for tuning, overclocking, fan control
Security
	TPM 2.0, Kensington Lock
AI Integration
	Intel NPU for AI, 8 Performance Cores
Box Contents
Laptop
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S AI	XMG XMG Fusion 16 OLED review - The first XMG laptop with an OLED screen
Power Adapter
230 W	Included with power cord
User Manual
Included	Yes
Warranty Card
Included	Manufacturer warranty included
Additional Accessories
None specified	Check retailer listing
Launch Date
Release Date
November 15, 2025	See review publish date
Status
Available	Available

Which is Better: Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S (RTX 5070 Ti & Intel Ultra 9 275HX) or XMG Fusion 16 (RTX 5070 & Ultra 9)?

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Advantages of Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S (RTX 5070 Ti & Intel Ultra 9 275HX):

Has better GPU (NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU vs GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop Laptop GPU)

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