I have this laptop and that is a good price for a brand new one. I tossed in a second 2 TB NVMe drive on mine but other than that its stock. The screen is really nice and a real upgrade over what ive had in the past. I think its a good value for what you're getting.
i mean, it’s only 5-10% ≈ 5-10 fps in games, plus, the 16s is the one with OLED, non S has an IPS panel and the portability is better, idk if it is a “downside” tbf
Main complaints:
CPU temps run high, got a cooler for it (in the year of our Lord 2026) |
Screen locked to 240hz |
HDMI output doesn't support GSync (unless I'm messing up somewhere, entirely possible) |
Custom Fan Curves missing for internal fans |
Slightly bloated from OEM but it doesn't take long to remove extra programs |
Tiny Torx screws holding the back plate on and the extra NVME slot isn't exactly in an obvious spot |
USB-C on the back get VERY hot, and it sometimes will prevent the devices plugged in from working
Other than that, it's a tight little package and I love it. These are minor complaints I can overlook.
Gsync does work but you have to use it without the laptop monitor on. If you close the lid, the HDMI & USb-c dp will show gsync in the nvidia settings.
I heard there might be a way to mess with the AC/DC as well to basically bypass the undervolt lock, but I wasn't able to do it in BIOS, but I've heard some people for different models were able to do it with an Intel software or something like that. I'd had to look into it but I haven't yet done that yet, but the combination of the active trips I set up really lowered the temperature for my laptop cuz it basically just kicked off the fan and weighs that Acer wouldn't run normally or would take longer.
But you can see my results there. I think I posted a lot of games. I'm running at the 72° C if it's not super demanding and at the most extreme games I'm running, maybe 80.
Before my changes I was running probably 90 plus and that was the same for the larger Predator too. My noise is way cooler now.
good laptop, i think it was either this or the vector 16hx that was the cheapest 5070ti laptop. however the battery life is not that good cus u cant lower the refresh rate
Some optimization tricks. Good luck! It's a good laptop But some people notice stuttering with lemons. If your stutters, don't be afraid to warranty or get support.
Pro-Tip: Wipe it and put a new install of Windows on it, I had days of issues with the bloatware and not being able to update some drivers. Running much smoother now.
Micro Center has the non-OLED, higher power GPU version for about the same price, just FYI! I bought mine off Amazon, so only has 16 gigs of RAM though. but I wanted the full power GPU. I wanted the OLED, but because of the slimmer chassis it's not as powerful of a GPU, and the power supply I believe is 230w, versus the 330w with the regular model. I'd be curious to know your Timespy score for comparison, if you can post it please! Offhand, I got about 17,043 on the GPU, and 14,800 on the CPU.
Microcenter is only in person. I personally got one on eBay much cheaper as a refurb, and they come with 2 year warranties and are guaranteed to be pristine. That's double the standard warranty compared to new, and my understanding is that they're likely better since they've undergone more extensive QC. They are generally sold out on eBay, but stock pops up from time to time. They had a ton the at the end of the year.
damn u USA and ur cheap laptop prices
Browsing microcenter and best buy then going back to my countries local pricing feels like a scam
I have this laptop and that is a good price for a brand new one. I tossed in a second 2 TB NVMe drive on mine but other than that its stock. The screen is really nice and a real upgrade over what ive had in the past. I think its a good value for what you're getting.
I’m really liking it so far! i think the 1tb storage sucks forsure lol which NVMe did you pick up?
It was awhile back I dont even remember but any decent 4.0 spec drive will do.
Say less, Thank you brother!
I think the biggest downside to that is capping the 5070ti to 115w in the “S” model compared to 140w in the non-S model.
https://www.acer.com/us-en/predator/laptops/predator-and-nitro-gaming-laptop-gpu-specs
i mean, it’s only 5-10% ≈ 5-10 fps in games, plus, the 16s is the one with OLED, non S has an IPS panel and the portability is better, idk if it is a “downside” tbf
Ahhh okay, I would definitely sacrifice that 10% for an OLED over IPS.
Bought this from Costco last month on sale $1350 first ever gaming laptop and it was amazing! Plus used a $50 off $500+ coupon + 2-3 year warranty!
I used that same promo on a laptop recently Costco FTW!
Wasn’t the oled one tho
Man yall get them for so cheap its probably like 2500 in uk
Just searched for it, cant even find those specifications its either got 16b ram or ips screen around 2k
I have min coming now.
I'll be comparing to the non s variant, an hp omen max, and a couple legions.
So far the Neo non s is quite nice.
Wow that's a super good deal!!!
I paid $1449 for this exact model
Main complaints: CPU temps run high, got a cooler for it (in the year of our Lord 2026) | Screen locked to 240hz | HDMI output doesn't support GSync (unless I'm messing up somewhere, entirely possible) | Custom Fan Curves missing for internal fans | Slightly bloated from OEM but it doesn't take long to remove extra programs | Tiny Torx screws holding the back plate on and the extra NVME slot isn't exactly in an obvious spot | USB-C on the back get VERY hot, and it sometimes will prevent the devices plugged in from working
Other than that, it's a tight little package and I love it. These are minor complaints I can overlook.
Gsync does work but you have to use it without the laptop monitor on. If you close the lid, the HDMI & USb-c dp will show gsync in the nvidia settings.
This has not worked for me, unfortunately. I have yet to try USB-C DP however.
You can see it picking up both my external monitors.
https://preview.redd.it/4o1kmq7827dg1.jpeg?width=4000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=687810f2d356c48b371e139cb3cfcf460912d3b7
That's both encouraging and discouraging! I'll have to fiddle.
https://www.reddit.com/r/GamingLaptops/s/yEtXN9vE2z
If this helps
WOW! I was wondering why the BIOS seemed so stunted. Thank you so much! I will be looking into this when I get home.
I heard there might be a way to mess with the AC/DC as well to basically bypass the undervolt lock, but I wasn't able to do it in BIOS, but I've heard some people for different models were able to do it with an Intel software or something like that. I'd had to look into it but I haven't yet done that yet, but the combination of the active trips I set up really lowered the temperature for my laptop cuz it basically just kicked off the fan and weighs that Acer wouldn't run normally or would take longer.
But you can see my results there. I think I posted a lot of games. I'm running at the 72° C if it's not super demanding and at the most extreme games I'm running, maybe 80.
Before my changes I was running probably 90 plus and that was the same for the larger Predator too. My noise is way cooler now.
Nice one!
good laptop, i think it was either this or the vector 16hx that was the cheapest 5070ti laptop. however the battery life is not that good cus u cant lower the refresh rate
https://www.reddit.com/r/GamingLaptops/s/yEtXN9vE2z
Some optimization tricks. Good luck! It's a good laptop But some people notice stuttering with lemons. If your stutters, don't be afraid to warranty or get support.
Thank you!
Pro-Tip: Wipe it and put a new install of Windows on it, I had days of issues with the bloatware and not being able to update some drivers. Running much smoother now.
Everything was great until I saw the TGP of that 5070ti :'(
Ok i guess. Not super
Micro Center has the non-OLED, higher power GPU version for about the same price, just FYI! I bought mine off Amazon, so only has 16 gigs of RAM though. but I wanted the full power GPU. I wanted the OLED, but because of the slimmer chassis it's not as powerful of a GPU, and the power supply I believe is 230w, versus the 330w with the regular model. I'd be curious to know your Timespy score for comparison, if you can post it please! Offhand, I got about 17,043 on the GPU, and 14,800 on the CPU.
Im not OP but this is what I got on mine (same Neo 16S), I was pretty impressed.
CPU: 16551
GPU: 16101
https://www.3dmark.com/spy/58342865
That's the tdp of it? This is my Rog Strix with the same configuration: https://www.3dmark.com/spy/57763855
I think the Neo 16S is limited to 115 watts TDP on the GPU , the regular non slim model Neo 16 is 140 watts TDP.
I have the 115 watt Neo 16S so I think the score is right for that wattage.
I think its possible to flash the 140 watt VBIOS on these. But im not sure I will do that.
Directions on how to do it for anyone interested: https://old.reddit.com/r/GamingLaptops/comments/1lavxc4/acer_predator_helios_neo_16s_qa/mxoxv7r/
Yeah give me one sec and i’ll reply with the scores!
Is that shippable or in person ?
Microcenter is only in person. I personally got one on eBay much cheaper as a refurb, and they come with 2 year warranties and are guaranteed to be pristine. That's double the standard warranty compared to new, and my understanding is that they're likely better since they've undergone more extensive QC. They are generally sold out on eBay, but stock pops up from time to time. They had a ton the at the end of the year.
Micro Center as mentioned is in person, though the one I got off Amazon was of course shippable. If you're interested it was this one
both brother
It’s okay
What’s even a better deal lmao?