MSI Prestige 15 (A12UC) vs. Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
MSI Prestige 15 (A12UC)
MSI Prestige 15 (A12UC)

Our Rating: 85 %

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

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of MSI Prestige 15 (A12UC) 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 Prestige 15 (A12UC) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Prestige 15 (A12UC) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

powerful i7 processor

vibrant 4k display

long battery life

fast ssd storage

high price point

limited gaming performance

no ethernet port

average speaker quality

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 Prestige 15 (A12UC) and Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16)
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
85 % - Design
83 % - Display
90 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI Prestige 15 (A12UC) vs. Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI Prestige 15 (A12UC) Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.68 cm x 23.37 cm x 1.89 cm 36.01 cm x 27.99 cm x 2.825 cm
Weight 1.69 kg 2.8 kg
Case Material - Anodised aluminium
Colour Carbon grey Obsidian black
DISPLAY MSI Prestige 15 (A12UC) 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. 60 Hz 165 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:10
Image Brightness - 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features MSI True Colour Technology, Delta E<2 calibration, CalMAN Verified, IPS-level, True 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 Prestige 15 (A12UC) Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1240P Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13700HX / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores 12-core 16-core
Cache 12 MB L3 - 30 MB
Chipset - Intel HM770
Features Intel Smart Cache Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY MSI Prestige 15 (A12UC) Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 32 GB
RAM Type LPDDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE MSI Prestige 15 (A12UC) Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD PCIe 4.0 - Western Digital
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI Prestige 15 (A12UC) Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello Temporal Noise Reduction
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Compliant Standards - DTS:X
Audio Features - Output: Acer TrueHarmony technology
COMMUNICATIONS MSI Prestige 15 (A12UC) Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650i - M.2 2230 (CNVi)
Network Interface - 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Killer Ethernet E2600
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY MSI Prestige 15 (A12UC) Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16)
Technology 4-cell -
Battery Capacity (Size) 82 Wh 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER MSI Prestige 15 (A12UC) Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16)
Output - 330 Watt, 19.5 V, 16.9 A
INPUT MSI Prestige 15 (A12UC) Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features White LED backlight Multi-gesture touch pad, precision touchpad, Acer PredatorSense, 4-Zone RGB backlight
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI Prestige 15 (A12UC) Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
HDMI
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) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE MSI Prestige 15 (A12UC) Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home
Software Included NVIDIA GeForce Experience, MSI Center Pro, MSI Battery Master, MSI True Colour Technology -
MISCELLANEOUS MSI Prestige 15 (A12UC) Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 (PHN16)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Fingerprint reader -
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features MIL-STD-810G tested, ergonomic 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 035UK 71
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