Razer Blade 14 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 Razer Blade 14 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.

Razer Blade 14 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Razer Blade 14 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact powerhouse design

superior gaming performance

high refresh rate display

robust aluminum chassis

efficient thermal management

premium price tag

limited port selection

average battery life

noisy under load

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 Razer Blade 14 and Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
81 % - Design
86 % - Display
87 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
82 % - Design
84 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Razer Blade 14 vs. Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Razer Blade 14 Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.97 cm x 22 cm x 1.68 cm 35.778 cm x 27.755 cm x 2.785 cm
Weight 1.78 kg 2.9 kg
Case Material Anodised aluminium Anodised aluminium
Colour Anodized black Abyssal black
DISPLAY Razer Blade 14 Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 16" - IPS
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1440 (QHD) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 165 Hz 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:10
Image Brightness - 500 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB, 100% DCI-P3 100% DCI-P3
Features Factory Calibration, FreeSync Technology Anti-glare, matte, ComfyView, Acer BluelightShield technology, Narrow Border Display, 9 ms response rate, 3ms response rate (Overdrive), Dynamic Display Switching (DDS)
PROCESSOR Razer Blade 14 Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
CPU AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX / 3.3 GHz Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13900HX / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 5.4 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 24-core
Cache L3 - 16 MB L3 - 36 MB
Chipset - Intel HM770
Features - Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Razer Blade 14 Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 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 262-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Razer Blade 14 Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 1.024 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) - Micron
AUDIO & VIDEO Razer Blade 14 Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus, NVIDIA CUDA Technology, NVIDIA GPU Boost 2.0 Technology, NVIDIA Resizable BAR, NVIDIA WhisperMode 2.0 -
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - Full HD
Resolution 1 Megapixel -
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello Temporal Noise Reduction
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Compliant Standards THX Spatial Audio DTS:X
Audio Features - Output: Acer TrueHarmony technology
VR Ready Yes -
COMMUNICATIONS Razer Blade 14 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 AX1675i - M.2 2230 (CNVi)
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Killer Ethernet E2600
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Razer Blade 14 Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
Technology Lithium polymer -
Battery Capacity (Size) 61.6 Wh 90 Wh
Battery Life Up to 12 hours -
AC ADAPTER Razer Blade 14 Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
Output 230 Watt 330 Watt, 19.5 V, 16.9 A
INPUT Razer Blade 14 Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes (RGB)
Features N-key rollover, per-key RGB, Razer Chroma RGB, precision glass touchpad Multi-gesture touch pad, precision touchpad, Acer PredatorSense, per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Razer Blade 14 Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
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 Razer Blade 14 Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 Home
MISCELLANEOUS Razer Blade 14 Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip -
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Illuminated Razer logo, vapor chamber cooling system, Modern Standby 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 - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number - 71
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