Razer Blade Pro 17vsAcer Predator Helios 16

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

Razer
Razer Blade Pro 17
Blade Pro 17

Quick Stats

The Razer Blade Pro 17's performance is largely hindered by high graphics demands, impacting battery life and frame rates.
The Razer Blade Pro 17 boasts exceptional build quality, making it a solid choice for productivity and creative work.
The Razer Blade Pro 17's display is a letdown due to weak brightness and limited viewing distance usability.
The Razer Blade Pro 17 boasts a sleek design with advanced features like a Core i7 processor and RTX GPU.
Acer
Acer Predator Helios 16
Predator Helios 16

Quick Stats

The Acer Predator Helios 16 excels in performance, delivering smooth frame rates and stunning visuals at max settings seamlessly always.
The Acer Predator Helios 16's build feels decent but not premium, with a top lid prone to fingerprints and creaks.
The Acer Predator Helios 16's display shines with vibrant colors and crisp textures, perfect for gaming and multimedia.
The Acer Predator Helios 16 boasts a powerful Intel Core i9 processor with advanced features inside.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Razer Blade Pro 17
Winner
#76
Acer Predator Helios 16
#79
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Razer Blade Pro 17
#228
Acer Predator Helios 16
#144
Winner
Display
Razer Blade Pro 17
#323
Acer Predator Helios 16
#164
Winner
Performance
Razer Blade Pro 17
#171
Acer Predator Helios 16
#1
Winner
Build
Razer Blade Pro 17
#861
Acer Predator Helios 16
#396
Winner
Features
Razer Blade Pro 17
#153
Winner
Acer Predator Helios 16
#192

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Razer Razer Blade Pro 17
Acer Acer Predator Helios 16
up to 64GB
up to 64GB
up to 8000GB SSD
up to 8000GB SSD
Intel Core i7-10875H
Intel Core i9-13900HX
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER Max-Q
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 (Laptop, 175W)
N/A
2x 2280 PCIe NVMe 4.0 x4 See photo

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Razer Blade Pro 17

Strengths

The Razer Blade Pro 17 has ample internal horsepower for photo and video editing.
It has excellent connectivity options including Thunderbolt 3, Ethernet, HDMI, and a full-size SD card reader.
There's a large display option available, which is a nice feature compared to the MacBook Pro.
The machine can handle workloads that a short time ago were only possible on a large desktop workstation with NVIDIA Studio drivers.
It's capable of gaming at 120Hz albeit probably with the resolution turned down if you're playing AAA titles.
The GPU hit a maximum temperature of just 68 degrees while gaming, which is very comfortable even for a desktop graphics card.
Razer's thermal engineers came through with good cooling performance, maintaining an average CPU frequency of 3.1 GHz and keeping temperatures below 80 degrees Celsius.
It's more like a Swiss Army knife - you can game at 120Hz or get some real work done at 4K depending on your needs.

Weaknesses

The machine costs $3700, which is quite expensive compared to other laptops in the market.
The display resolution might be too high for gaming purposes, leading to potential performance issues.
The fans can get noisy while cooling the system during intense usage.
The current year still hasn't settled on 1440p as the standard resolution for gaming laptops despite it being a sweet spot for many users.
Many laptop makers prioritize buzzword-y specs over actual user needs, resulting in unnecessary features like high resolutions that may not be beneficial for all users.
You might need to compromise on resolution or performance while gaming at 120Hz due to hardware limitations.
The machine is designed more for showcasing tech capabilities rather than catering specifically to gamers' needs.
It's a shame that laptop makers are prioritizing movie-related technologies (like 4K) over the actual gaming community's preferences, resulting in unnecessary features like high resolutions.

Acer Predator Helios 16

Strengths

The powerful graphics and processor combo and great display are spot on for this price point.
It's simply one of the best laptops to play demanding games on.
The keyboard above the touchpad has keys that press and rebound with the right level of tension, and they're stiff enough to avoid accidental presses.
Each key dips in the middle, guiding your fingers into position during hectic gaming sessions.
The 2560 x 1600 pixel display, with a refresh rate of 240Hz is bright, detailed, and colorful, with pin-sharp faces, crisp particle effects, and suitably foreboding dark areas.
The touchpad is ultra responsive to movements, taps, and zoom swipes. Not once did my tap fail to register, and not once did it mistake a tap for a mouse click.
The keys on the keyboard are stiff enough to avoid accidental presses, and they're guided into position by each key dipping in the middle.
The laptop's cooling system is immaculate, with the body barely getting hotter than lukewarm when powering through recent games at max settings.

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

Read Full Reviews

Razer Blade Pro 17

The elusive perfect laptop. We've all been there - convinced that the latest and greatest specs will revolutionize our productivity and gaming experiences. But when reality sets in, we're often left with buyer's remorse. I'm guilty of this myself, particularly with the Razer Blade Pro 17, which boasts a 4K display and 120Hz refresh rate. As someone who initially thought these features were essential, I now question whether they truly make a difference - and at what cost.

Acer Predator Helios 16

Here's a rewritten introduction in 77 words: The Acer Predator Helios 16 is a powerhouse laptop designed for gaming enthusiasts. Packed with a high-end Intel Core i9 processor and Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 graphics, this machine delivers exceptional performance. With 16GB of DDR5 memory and a 1TB NVMe SSD, it's well-equipped to handle demanding games on their highest settings. The laptop also features a stunning 2560x1600 display with a 240Hz refresh rate. But does its impressive specs translate to a seamless gaming experience? I put this beast through its paces to find out.

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