MSI Leopard GP66 (11UG) vs. Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
MSI Leopard GP66 (11UG)
MSI Leopard GP66 (11UG)

Our Rating: 85 %

Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of MSI Leopard GP66 (11UG) 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 Leopard GP66 (11UG) Review

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

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

robust build quality

good thermal management

ample connectivity options

heavy and bulky

short battery life

loud under load

expensive price point

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 Leopard GP66 (11UG) and Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
82 % - Design
84 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI Leopard GP66 (11UG) vs. Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI Leopard GP66 (11UG) Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.8 cm x 26.7 cm x 2.34 cm 35.778 cm x 27.755 cm x 2.785 cm
Weight 2.38 kg 2.9 kg
Case Material - Anodised aluminium
Colour - Abyssal black
DISPLAY MSI Leopard GP66 (11UG) 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 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC 100% DCI-P3
Features 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 MSI Leopard GP66 (11UG) Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
CPU Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10870H / 2.2 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
Chipset Intel HM570 Intel HM770
Features - Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY MSI Leopard GP66 (11UG) Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 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
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE MSI Leopard GP66 (11UG) Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 1.024 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) - Micron
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI Leopard GP66 (11UG) Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Gaming Yes Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - Full HD
Camera Features - Temporal Noise Reduction
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound - Stereo speakers, two microphones
Compliant Standards - DTS:X
Audio Features - Output: Acer TrueHarmony technology
COMMUNICATIONS MSI Leopard GP66 (11UG) Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675 Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675i - M.2 2230 (CNVi)
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Killer Ethernet E2600
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY MSI Leopard GP66 (11UG) Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer -
Battery Capacity (Size) 65 Wh 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER MSI Leopard GP66 (11UG) Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
Output - 330 Watt, 19.5 V, 16.9 A
INPUT MSI Leopard GP66 (11UG) 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 Leopard GP66 (11UG) Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
Interfaces 3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
Mini DisplayPort
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
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)
SOFTWARE MSI Leopard GP66 (11UG) Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 Home
Software Included SteelSeries Engine 3, MSI APP Player, MSI Center -
MISCELLANEOUS MSI Leopard GP66 (11UG) Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
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 - 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 097UK 71
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