Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) vs. Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) and Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

affordable price point

comprehensive port selection

full hd display

decent cooling system

average battery life

heavyweight design

modest audio quality

plastic build quality

Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high-refresh-rate display

expandable storage options

effective thermal management

rgb keyboard lighting

heavier than competitors

short battery life

premium price point

limited color accuracy

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) and Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
76 % - Design
75 % - Display
84 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
82 % - Design
84 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) vs. Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.1 cm x 25.8 cm x 3.16 cm 35.778 cm x 27.755 cm x 2.785 cm
Weight 2.2 kg 2.9 kg
Case Material - Anodised aluminium
Colour Black Abyssal black
DISPLAY Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 16" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 144 Hz 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness - 500 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare, thin bezel design, IPS-level Anti-glare, matte, ComfyView, Acer BluelightShield technology, Narrow Border Display, 9 ms response rate, 3ms response rate (Overdrive), Dynamic Display Switching (DDS)
PROCESSOR Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 11400H / 2.7 GHz Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13900HX / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 5.4 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 24-core
Cache 12 MB L3 - 36 MB
Chipset Intel HM570 Intel HM770
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT), Intel Speed Shift Technology Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 5600 MHz
Rated Speed - 5600 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 1.024 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) - Micron
AUDIO & VIDEO Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus, Max-Q design, NVIDIA Resizable BAR, Dynamic Boost 2.0 -
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - HD Yes - Full HD
Camera Features - Temporal Noise Reduction
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Compliant Standards DTS:X Ultra DTS:X
Audio Features - Output: Acer TrueHarmony technology
COMMUNICATIONS Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675i - M.2 2230 (CNVi)
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8411B Killer Ethernet E2600
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
Technology Lithium Ion -
Battery Capacity (Size) 48.96 Wh 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
Output 150 Watt 330 Watt, 19.5 V, 16.9 A
INPUT Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features 15 colours backlighting Multi-gesture touch pad, precision touchpad, Acer PredatorSense, per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
Slots 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 / SATA)
1 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0)
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Interfaces USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
HDMI
Mini DisplayPort 1.4
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Microphone input
LAN
HDMI
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (DC-In combo, Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (with power off charging)
LAN
USB 3.2 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Home
MISCELLANEOUS Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip -
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features WINDFORCE Infinity Cooling System Administrator password, system password, 5th Gen AeroBlade 3D fan technology
SAR Value - 0.602 W/kg (body), 0.602 W/kg (head), 0.602 W/kg (limb)
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) - 0.602 W/kg (head)
0.602 W/kg (body)
0.602 W/kg (limb)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number - 71
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