Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI (PHN16‑I71) gaming laptop – Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus, NVIDIA RTX 5080, 16" WQXGA 240Hz, 32GB DDR5, 1TB SSD

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At a Glance

Key highlights and verified hardware specifications

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Processor

290HX Plus

Dedicated Graphics

Discrete graphics card

Memory (RAM)

32 GB

Storage

SSD

Display

40.6 cm (16")

Battery

92 Wh

Lowest Price

£2,652.37

Andote Score

8.8/10

Price Tier Avg

8.2/10

Category Avg

8.2/10

Price Trend

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Andote Analysis

Rated: 20 Sep 2026Evaluated at £2782.48

Hardware8.4/10

Andote Score8.8/10

Score Deciding Factors8 Key drivers

✓Tier-1 Brand (Acer)

Premium manufacturer reliability & build qualityTier-1 Standing

•High-End Price Bracket£2782

High-end product priced in the upper bracketPremium Tier

✓High-End RAM Capacity32GB

Top-tier capability in this category9.0/10

✓High-End Storage Capacity1TB

Top-tier capability in this category9.8/10

✓High-End CPU Cores24.0

Top-tier capability in this category10.0/10

✓High-End Battery Capacity92 Wh

Top-tier capability in this category9.3/10

•Standard Display Resolution2560MP

Solid standard benchmark for category7.2/10

✕Heavy / Bulky Weight2.70kg

Significantly below category average benchmark4.0/10

Key Strengths

3 Highlights

✓Uncompromising processing power from an Intel Core Ultra 9 and RTX 5080 GPU

✓Stunning 16-inch 240Hz WQXGA display with DCI-P3 color gamut and 500 nits brightness

✓Generous 32GB RAM and 1TB SSD configuration for heavy workflows and large libraries

✕Considerations & Trade-offs

Substantial weight of 2.7 kg and a large power brick make it heavy to transport frequently
Premium hardware tier commands a very high investment price point

How We Calculate This Score

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AI-powered analysis based on product specifications, price, and available data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Yes, the DCI-P3 color gamut coverage, high-resolution WQXGA display, and powerful processor make it excellent for video editing and 3D rendering.

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★Score 8.8/10

£2,652.37

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