MSI GP66 11UH (251UK Leopard) vs. Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16)

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Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16)
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16)

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of MSI GP66 11UH (251UK Leopard) and Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16). 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.

MSI GP66 11UH (251UK Leopard) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI GP66 11UH (251UK Leopard) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

robust build quality

excellent cooling system

good audio quality

heavy and bulky

short battery life

noisy under load

expensive price point

Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

superb gaming performance

high refresh rate display

effective thermal management

expandable storage options

rgb keyboard lighting

heavier than competitors

short battery life

premium price point

limited port selection

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI GP66 11UH (251UK Leopard) and Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16)
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
85 % - Design
83 % - Display
90 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI GP66 11UH (251UK Leopard) vs. Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI GP66 11UH (251UK Leopard) Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.8 cm x 26.7 cm x 2.34 cm 36.01 cm x 27.99 cm x 2.825 cm
Weight 2.38 kg 2.8 kg
Case Material - Anodised aluminium
Colour - Obsidian black
DISPLAY MSI GP66 11UH (251UK Leopard) Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 16" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 240 Hz 165 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness - 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% sRGB
Features MSI Matrix Display Anti-glare, matte, ComfyView, Acer BluelightShield technology, Narrow Border Display, 9 ms response rate, 3ms response rate (Overdrive), Dynamic Display Switching (DDS)
PROCESSOR MSI GP66 11UH (251UK Leopard) Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16)
CPU Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 11800H / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13700HX / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 16-core
Cache 24 MB L3 - 30 MB
Chipset Intel HM570 Intel HM770
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Speed Shift Technology, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY MSI GP66 11UH (251UK Leopard) Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16)
RAM 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz -
Rated Speed 3200 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE MSI GP66 11UH (251UK Leopard) Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD PCIe 4.0 - Western Digital
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI GP66 11UH (251UK Leopard) Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features NVIDIA Resizable BAR, Dynamic Boost 2.0 -
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Camera Features - Temporal Noise Reduction
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Compliant Standards - DTS:X
Audio Features Nahimic 3 sound technology Output: Acer TrueHarmony technology
COMMUNICATIONS MSI GP66 11UH (251UK Leopard) Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675 Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650i - M.2 2230 (CNVi)
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Killer Ethernet E2600
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY MSI GP66 11UH (251UK Leopard) Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer -
Battery Capacity (Size) 65 Wh 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER MSI GP66 11UH (251UK Leopard) Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16)
Output - 330 Watt, 19.5 V, 16.9 A
INPUT MSI GP66 11UH (251UK Leopard) Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes (RGB)
Features SteelSeries Engine 3, per-key RGB Multi-gesture touch pad, precision touchpad, Acer PredatorSense, 4-Zone RGB backlight
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI GP66 11UH (251UK Leopard) Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16)
Interfaces LAN
HDMI
Mini DisplayPort
Headphone/microphone combo jack
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (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 (microSD)
SOFTWARE MSI GP66 11UH (251UK Leopard) Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 Home
Software Included SteelSeries Engine 3, MSI APP Player -
MISCELLANEOUS MSI GP66 11UH (251UK Leopard) Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features SteelSeries gaming keyboard, Cooler Boost 5 technology Administrator password, system password, 5th Gen AeroBlade 3D fan technology
SAR Value - 1.12 W/kg (body), 1.12 W/kg (limb), 1.12 W/kg (head)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number - 71
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