Acer Predator Helios 18vsAcer Swift Go 14 OLED

We compare these two popular phones to help you decide which one fits your needs and budget better.

Acer
Acer Predator Helios 18
Predator Helios 18

Quick Stats

The Acer Predator Helios 18 delivers impressive performance with strong CPU and GPU capabilities overall.
The Acer Predator Helios 18 boasts impressive build quality and material selection, justifying its premium status effectively overall.
The Acer Predator Helios 18's mini LED display offers exceptional quality for gaming and content creation uses.
The Acer Predator Helios 18 boasts impressive specs, including a powerful Intel i9 processor.
Acer
Acer Swift Go 14 OLED
Swift Go 14 OLED

Quick Stats

The Acer Swift Go 14 OLED boasts impressive performance credentials with significant graphics capabilities.
The Acer Swift Go 14 OLED boasts a premium all-metal design with superb build quality overall.
The Acer Swift Go 14's OLED display offers crisp visuals with accurate color reproduction and excellent viewing angles instantly.
The Acer Swift Go 1 14 boasts a gorgeous OLED display with smooth refresh rate and accurate color reproduction.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Acer Predator Helios 18
#234
Acer Swift Go 14 OLED
Winner
#231
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Acer Predator Helios 18
#440
Acer Swift Go 14 OLED
#251
Winner
Display
Acer Predator Helios 18
#171
Winner
Acer Swift Go 14 OLED
#338
Performance
Acer Predator Helios 18
#6
Winner
Acer Swift Go 14 OLED
#274
Build
Acer Predator Helios 18
#411
Acer Swift Go 14 OLED
#115
Winner
Features
Acer Predator Helios 18
#678
Acer Swift Go 14 OLED
#172
Winner

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Acer Acer Predator Helios 18
Acer Acer Swift Go 14 OLED
up to 64GB
up to 32GB
up to 16000GB SSD
up to 2000GB SSD
Intel Core i9-14900HX
AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 (Laptop, 175W)
AMD Radeon 780M
2x 2280 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 See photo
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Acer Predator Helios 18

Strengths

The 18in QHD 250Hz mini LED display is absolutely gorgeous and perfect for media consumption and games.
Performance is right where it should be, with unfr CPU performance in turbo mode and competitive results in our benchmarks.
The RTX 480 GPU performs admirably, being one of the fastest of NVIDIA's second best mobile cards we have ever tested.
System performance is also very snappy, both subjectively and backed up by our PC Mark 10 tests.
The design approach ASA is taking with their 2023 Helios lineup is tasteful and well-executed, with a fine line between gamer and subtle performer.

Weaknesses

The notebook performs rather poorly in our SSD benchmarks, with the Samsung Drive offering some very fast initial read rates that get fuddled quite severely rather quickly.
Fan noise can be an issue, especially in turbo mode, which makes the Helios one of the loudest notebooks we have ever tested.
Battery life is not great, with around 4 and 1/2 hours in our Wi-Fi test with the screen and SDR set to 150 nits.
The webcam is just okay, if nothing special.
Throttled SSD performance under prolonged and probably also not very realistic load can be a limitation.

Acer Swift Go 14 OLED

Strengths

A gorgeous OLED display with a smooth 90Hz refresh rate, accurate color reproduction, and excellent viewing angles.
Intel's latest Core Ultra processors offer powerful performance and a massive leap in graphics capabilities thanks to the new integrated R GPU.
The laptop is super light, weighing only around 1.3kgs, making it easy to carry around in a backpack.
The keyboard feels good to type on with nicely laid out keys and different levels of backlighting.
The trackpad has been improved with a larger size and more responsiveness, making everyday usage a breeze.

Weaknesses

The 1440p webcam struggles to deliver impressive video quality, even in well-lit rooms, with poor exposure and contrast levels.
The fans can get pretty loud when pushing the laptop to its limits, which may be a concern for those who plan to use it extensively.
Single-core performance has seen a slight dip compared to the previous generation, although multi-core performance remains strong.
The glossy finish on the OLED display can be distracting in bright environments and may cause headaches at times.
The price point of around 1 lakh rupees or $1000 may be considered high for what the laptop offers, especially considering the availability of last year's model at a lower price.
Read Full Reviews

Acer Predator Helios 18

The Acer Predator Helios 18 is a behemoth of a laptop, boasting a massive 18-inch QHD 250Hz mini LED display. We've been eager to get our hands on one, and after nearly nine months, we finally have the review sample in-house. Powered by Intel's i9-3900HX processor, an RTX 480 GPU, and 32GB of DDR5 RAM, this laptop promises serious gaming chops. Let's dive into the details and see if it lives up to its impressive specs sheet.

Acer Swift Go 14 OLED

The Acer Swift Go 14 OLED is an impressive laptop that packs a punch without breaking the bank. With its sleek design, vibrant 2.8k OLED display, and powerful Intel Core Ultra processor, this device is perfect for students or professionals looking for a thin and light laptop under ₹1 lakh. But does it live up to its promise? Our review dives into the details of this stunning laptop, exploring its strengths and weaknesses, to help you make an informed decision.

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