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Abyssal Black gaming laptop, 16 inch screen, tapered chassis 0.53 to 1.05 inches thick

Acer America

Acer America Predator Helios Neo 16 AI gaming laptop NH.U5TAA.001

SKU CH-0ZBY-RX4FP MPN NH.U5TAA.001

16-inch WQXGA 180 Hz IPS display driven by a 24-core Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus and an RTX 5080 Laptop GPU with 16 GB video memory, plus 16 GB DDR5 6400 RAM and a 1 TB NVMe SSD

  • Screen size16.0 in (40.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core Ultra 9 (Series 2)
  • Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU
  • Memory size16 GB
  • Storage drive1 TB PCIe Gen 4 SSD
  • Display resolution2560 × 1600
  • 24-core Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus powers demanding workloads
  • RTX 5080 Laptop GPU with 16GB video memory drives high-fidelity graphics
  • 0" WQXGA IPS panel at 180 Hz delivers smooth motion
  • 16GB DDR5 6400 and 1TB NVMe SSD provide fast memory and storage
  • Copilot+ PC AI features enhance productivity on Windows 11 Home

Predator Helios Neo 16 AI Gaming Laptop

The Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI is a 16-inch gaming laptop built around an Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus processor and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU. It ships with 16GB of DDR5 memory and a 1TB NVMe SSD. The 16.0" WQXGA IPS panel delivers 2560 x 1600 resolution at 180 Hz with 100% DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB coverage. Windows 11 Home and Copilot+ PC features are included.

Compatibility Check Before Ordering

Verify that your existing peripherals match the available ports: one HDMI 2.1, one USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, one USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C and two USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A. The system uses DDR5 6400 memory in an 8 GB x 2 configuration; check your upgrade plans against the installed modules. Network connectivity is provided by Gigabit LAN and WLAN. The chassis measures 14.0" x 10.85" x 0.53"-1.05" and weighs 5.95 lbs, so confirm your bag or workspace can accommodate it.

Ideal Buyer and Alternatives

This laptop suits gamers and creators who want a 16-inch high-refresh display, 24-core CPU performance and 16GB of dedicated GPU memory in a single portable chassis. The 180 Hz panel and full DCI-P3 coverage also benefit colour-critical work. Buyers needing a lighter device, longer unplugged runtime, a touchscreen or a different GPU tier should evaluate other models.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Gaming Laptop Computers, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $2,541.99
Pricier than about 71% of the 5,382 comparable items (median $1,978.99).
Screen size 16.0 in (40.6 cm)
Typical for this category: the median of 5,361 items is 16 in.
Refresh frequency 180 Hz
Higher than about 54% of the 2,443 comparable items (median 165 Hz).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameAcer
Product linePredator Helios Neo 16 AI
Model namePHN16-I71-95FY
Part numberNH.U5TAA.001
Product colorAbyssal Black
Design styleStandard
Product typeGaming / Mainstream
Recommended useConsumer / Gaming / Mainstream
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus
Processor modelIntel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus
CPU cores24-core (8P+16E) Processor
Processor L2 cache40 MB
L3 cache size36 MB
Memory
Memory size16 GB
RAM type and speedDDR5 6400
Memory configuration8 GB x 2
Total memory slots2
Free memory slots0
Maximum supported memory64 GB
Storage
Storage drive1 TB PCIe Gen 4 SSD
SSD storage1 TB NVMe
Optical driveNo
Display
Screen size16.0 in (40.6 cm)
Display resolution2560 × 1600
Refresh frequency180 Hz
Panel typeIPS
Touch inputNon-Touch Screen
Display16 in (40.6 cm)
Widescreen compatibleYes
Display formatWQXGA
Color gamut coverageDCI-P3 100%, Adobe RGB 100%
Graphics
Graphics processorGeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU
Video RAM16 GB
GPU modelNVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU
Graphics typeDedicated Card
VR readyYes
Audio & video
SoundDTS: X Ultra Audio, featuring optimized Bass, Loudness, Speaker Protection with up to 6 custom content modes by smart amplifier
Acer TrueHarmony Technology and High SNR DAC with 2.1 Vrms out Capability
Acer PurifiedVoice Technology with AI Noise Reduction with Dual Bulit-in Microphones
SpeakersTwo Built-in Stereo Speakers
Web cameraFHD IR Webcam (1920 × 1080) with Blue Glass supporting 1080 HD Video
Acer's TNR (Temporal Noise Reduction) technology for high-quality imagery in low-light conditions
Connectivity
Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 6E
NetworkingGigabit LAN and WLAN
LAN connectionIntel Killer Ethernet E3100G Up to 2.5 Gbit/s Ethernet LAN
Wi-Fi802.11ax Wireless LAN
Bluetooth support5.4
Wired network1 x RJ-45 (2.5 Gbit/s)
Ports & slots
USB ports1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A / 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C / 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A
Thunderbolt ports1 x Thunderbolt 4
HDMI ports1 x HDMI 2.1
Additional ports1x Headphone/Speaker/Line-out Jack (Support for High Impedance Headsets up to 600ohm), 1x microSD Card Reader, 1x Kensington Lock Slot, 1x DC-in Jack for AC Adapter
Audio jacks1 x Headphone/Speaker/Line-out Jack with Support for High Impedance Headsets (Up to 600ohm)
Memory card readerMicroSD Card Reader
Power
Power adapter330-watt AC Adapter
Battery packLithium-ion 92 W Hour Battery
Size & build
Overall dimensions14.0 in × 10.85 in × 0.53 in-1.05 in
Product weight5.95 lb (2.7 kg)
Shipping weight4.76 kg
Package size554 × 343 × 76 mm
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Home
More details
AI capabilityCopilot+ PC
Pointing devicePrecision Touchpad (supporting Windows Modern Touchpad gestures)
Keyboard4-Zone RGB Backlit Keyboard and Lithium-ion 92 W Hour Battery
Keyboard backlightBacklit

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