MSI GT76 9SG (063UK Titan DT) 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 MSI GT76 9SG (063UK Titan DT) 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.

MSI GT76 9SG (063UK Titan DT) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI GT76 9SG (063UK Titan DT) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

exceptional processing power

superb graphics performance

expansive storage options

vivid 4k display

advanced cooling system

extremely heavy build

short battery life

very high price

limited portability

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 MSI GT76 9SG (063UK Titan DT) and Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
82 % - Design
84 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI GT76 9SG (063UK Titan DT) vs. Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI GT76 9SG (063UK Titan DT) Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.7 cm x 33 cm x 4.2 cm 35.778 cm x 27.755 cm x 2.785 cm
Weight 4.2 kg 2.9 kg
Case Material - Anodised aluminium
Colour Black Abyssal black
DISPLAY MSI GT76 9SG (063UK Titan DT) Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 16" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 3840 x 2160 (Ultra HD 4K) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness - 500 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare, MSI Matrix Display, MSI True Color Technology 2.0 Anti-glare, matte, ComfyView, Acer BluelightShield technology, Narrow Border Display, 9 ms response rate, 3ms response rate (Overdrive), Dynamic Display Switching (DDS)
PROCESSOR MSI GT76 9SG (063UK Titan DT) Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
CPU Intel Core i9 (9th Gen) 9900K / 3.6 GHz Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13900HX / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz 5.4 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 24-core
Cache 16 MB L3 - 36 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Intel Z390 Intel HM770
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY MSI GT76 9SG (063UK Titan DT) Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
RAM 64 GB (2 x 32 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 128 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 5600 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 5600 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 4 2
Empty Slots 2 0
STORAGE MSI GT76 9SG (063UK Titan DT) Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
Total Capacity 2.024 TB -
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 2 x 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 - MSI Super RAID 4, NVM Express (NVMe) 1.024 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) - Micron
Secondary Storage 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 7200 rpm -
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI GT76 9SG (063UK Titan DT) Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - Full HD
Camera Features - Temporal Noise Reduction
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, subwoofer, microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Compliant Standards - DTS:X
Audio Features Dynaudio Premium Sound Technology, Nahimic 3 sound technology Output: Acer TrueHarmony technology
COMMUNICATIONS MSI GT76 9SG (063UK Titan DT) Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650 Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675i - M.2 2230 (CNVi)
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Killer Ethernet E2600
Features Killer DoubleShot Pro Technology Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY MSI GT76 9SG (063UK Titan DT) Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
Technology 8-cell Lithium Ion -
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER MSI GT76 9SG (063UK Titan DT) Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
Output - 330 Watt, 19.5 V, 16.9 A
INPUT MSI GT76 9SG (063UK Titan DT) Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes (RGB)
Features Per-key RGB Multi-gesture touch pad, precision touchpad, Acer PredatorSense, per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI GT76 9SG (063UK Titan DT) Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
Interfaces Microphone input
Headphone/SPDIF combo jack
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
4 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
LAN
HDMI
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
Mini DisplayPort
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 (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE MSI GT76 9SG (063UK Titan DT) Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 11 Home
Software Included WinZip, MSI BurnRecovery, Norton Online Backup (30 days trial), Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), MSI Remind Manager, MSI Battery Calibration, Norton Studio, SteelSeries Engine 3, MSI System Control Manager, Killer Network Manager, Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), MSI True Color 2.0, MSI Help Desk, Nahimic VR, MSI Dragon Gaming Center 2.0, Nahimic Audio Enhancer 3, NVIDIA GeForce Experience, MSI APP Player -
MISCELLANEOUS MSI GT76 9SG (063UK Titan DT) Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
Included Accessories 2 x power adapters (230W + 230W) Power adapter
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features SteelSeries gaming keyboard, Cooler Titan Boost technology, MSI Mystic Light Sync supported 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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