Razer Blade 15 vs. Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Razer Blade 15
Razer Blade 15
Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of Razer Blade 15 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.

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 15 and Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
82 % - Design
84 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Razer Blade 15 vs. Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Razer Blade 15 Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.5 cm x 23.5 cm x 1.98 cm 35.778 cm x 27.755 cm x 2.785 cm
Weight 2.03 kg 2.9 kg
Case Material - Anodised aluminium
Colour Black Abyssal black
DISPLAY Razer Blade 15 Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 16" - IPS
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 100% DCI-P3
Features Matte 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 15 Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H / 2.2 GHz Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13900HX / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 5.4 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 24-core
Cache - L3 - 36 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 Intel HM770
Features - Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Razer Blade 15 Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
RAM 16 GB 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2667 MHz 5600 MHz
Rated Speed - 5600 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Razer Blade 15 Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD SATA 6Gb/s 1.024 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) - Micron
Secondary Storage 1 TB HDD / 5400 rpm -
AUDIO & VIDEO Razer Blade 15 Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR5 SDRAM 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus -
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - Full HD
Resolution 1 Megapixel -
Camera Features - Temporal Noise Reduction
Sound Array microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Compliant Standards - DTS:X
Audio Features - Output: Acer TrueHarmony technology
VR Ready Yes -
COMMUNICATIONS Razer Blade 15 Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9260 Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675i - M.2 2230 (CNVi)
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Killer Ethernet E2600
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Razer Blade 15 Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
Technology Lithium polymer -
Battery Capacity (Size) 80 Wh 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER Razer Blade 15 Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
Output - 330 Watt, 19.5 V, 16.9 A
INPUT Razer Blade 15 Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes (RGB)
Features Anti-ghosting, Chroma lighting system, Razer Synapse enabled Multi-gesture touch pad, precision touchpad, Acer PredatorSense, per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Razer Blade 15 Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
Slots 1 x M.2 Card -
Interfaces USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 3)
3 x USB 3.0
HDMI
Mini DisplayPort
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Gigabit Ethernet
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 15 Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Home
Software Included Razer Synapse 3 -
MISCELLANEOUS Razer Blade 15 Acer Predator Helios 16 (PH16)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
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 - 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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