Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 2024 With Rtx 4080 ASUS ROG Strix Scar 18 G835 (RTX 5090 & Intel Ultra 9 275HX) Comparison

Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 2024 With Rtx 4080 $3,399	ASUS ROG Strix Scar 18 G835 (RTX 5090 & Intel Ultra 9 275HX) $5,499	ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 with RTX 4070 and Ryzen AI 9
Overview
Brand
Acer	ASUS
Model
Predator Helios Neo 18 (2024)	ROG Strix Scar 18 G835
Graphics
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 16GB GDDR6	NVIDIA RTX 5090
RTX 4080 Laptops \| RTX 5090 Laptops
RAM
64GB DDR5-5600MHz	64GB DDR5
64GB Laptops
Storage
4TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD	2TB SSD
4TB Laptops \| 2TB Laptops
Display
18-inch 2.5K IPS, 240Hz	18" WQXGA (2560 x 1600), 16:10, Mini LED, Anti-glare, 100% DCI-P3, 240Hz, 3ms
Operating System
Windows 11 Pro	Windows 11 Pro
Weight
3.5 kg or 7.72 lbs	2.9 kg (6.39 lbs)
Color
Black	Obsidian Black
Processor
Model
Intel Core i9-14900HX
Cores
24 Cores (8 Performance Cores + 16 Efficient Cores)	24.0
Threads
32 Threads	24.0
Base Clock
2.2 GHz	2.10GHz
Max Turbo Boost
Up to 5.8 GHz	5.40GHz
Cache
36MB Intel Smart Cache	36MB L3 Cache
TDP
55W	80W
CPU
	Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX
Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX Laptops
Display
Screen Size
18 inches	18 Inches
Resolution
2560 x 1600 (2.5K)	2560x1600
Refresh Rate
240Hz	240Hz
Panel Type
IPS	Mini LED
Color Gamut
100% DCI-P3	100% DCI-P3
Brightness
Up to 500 nits	500 nits (typical)
Aspect Ratio
16:10	16:10
Additional Features
Anti-Glare, NVIDIA G-Sync	Anti-glare
Response Time
	3ms
Graphics
GPU
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080	NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090
VRAM
16GB GDDR6	24GB GDDR7
Ray Tracing
Yes	Supported
DLSS Support
Yes, NVIDIA DLSS 3	Supported
Additional Features
MUX Switch with NVIDIA Advanced Optimus	Advanced cooling for GPU, DLSS 3.0
TGP
	175W
Benchmark Scores
	3DMark Time Spy: 35,000+
Memory
RAM Type
DDR5	DDR5
RAM Speed
5600MHz	5600 MHz
Expandable Memory
Yes, up to 128GB	Up to 8TB PCIe M.2 SSD (both upgradable)
Storage
Primary Storage
4TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD	2TB SSD
Secondary Storage Options
Not specified	Up to 8TB PCIe M.2 SSD
RAID Support
No	Yes
Gaming Features
Dedicated Gaming Keys
Yes, with Macro Functionality	RGB Backlit Keyboard (Fn+F2&F3), Numeric Keypad
RGB Customization
Yes, via PredatorSense	Yes
Game Optimization
AI-powered performance tuning	Optimized for AAA titles with ROG Gaming Center
Performance
Cooling Technology
5th Gen AeroBlade 3D Fans with Liquid Metal Thermal Grease	Liquid Metal Thermal Compound, ROG Intelligent Cooling
Overclocking Support
Yes, via PredatorSense	Yes, via Armoury Crate
Performance Modes
Balanced, Performance, Full Speed	Silent, Performance, Turbo
Benchmark Scores
Not specified	3DMark Time Spy: 35,000+
Battery
Capacity
90Wh	90Wh
Backup Time
Up to 6 hours (varies with usage)	Up to 2 hours under gaming load
Charging Type
Fast Charging	Fast Charging, USB-C Power Delivery
Power Adapter
330W	330W AC Adapter
Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)	Wi-Fi 7
Bluetooth
5.3	Bluetooth 5.3
Ports
1 x HDMI 2.1, 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, 1 x Thunderbolt 4 (DisplayPort, G-Sync), 1 x 2.5G LAN port, 1 x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack	2 x Thunderbolt 5, 3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, 1 x RJ-45, 1 x HDMI 2.1, 1 x Headphone/Microphone Combo
Keyboard & Touchpad
Keyboard Type
Per-Key RGB Backlit Chiclet	RGB Backlit Mechanical Keyboard
Key Travel
1.8mm	1.8mm
N-Key Rollover
Yes	Yes
Touchpad Features
Large Glass Touchpad with Multi-Gesture Support	Large glass touchpad with multi-touch support
Audio
Speakers
Stereo Speakers with DTS:X Ultra	Stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos
Audio Enhancements
Hi-Res Audio	ROG AudioWizard, DTS:X Ultra
Dedicated Audio Jack
Yes, 3.5mm combo jack	Headphone/Microphone Combo
Camera
Webcam
1080p FHD	IR Camera with Windows Hello support
Privacy Shutter
Yes	Yes
Build & Design
Material
Aluminum and Plastic	Aluminum chassis with magnesium alloy lid
Color Options
Black	Obsidian Black
RGB Lighting
Yes, PredatorSense customizable lighting	Full-surround Aura RGB lighting
Dimensions
Not specified	410 x 290 x 25 mm
Special Features
Virtual Reality Ready
Yes	Yes
Advanced Cooling
Yes, with 5th Gen AeroBlade 3D Fans	Yes, with vapor chamber and liquid metal
Software
Pre-installed PredatorSense for system control and customization	ROG Armoury Crate, GameFirst VI
Box Contents
Laptop
Yes	ASUS ROG Strix Scar 18 G835
Power Adapter
Yes, 330W	330W AC Adapter
User Manual
Yes	Included
Warranty Card
Yes	Included
Additional Accessories
8-in-1 CD/DVD Drive	PCO Notebook Folding Radiator, Laptop Cooler
Launch Date
Release Date
2024.0	June 5, 2025
Status
Available	Available

Which is Better: Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 2024 With Rtx 4080 or ASUS ROG Strix Scar 18 G835 (RTX 5090 & Intel Ultra 9 275HX)?

Based on the comparison, here's how each product stands out:

Advantages of ASUS ROG Strix Scar 18 G835 (RTX 5090 & Intel Ultra 9 275HX):

Offers better Weight (2.9 kg (6.39 lbs) vs 3.5 kg or 7.72 lbs)
Has better GPU (NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 vs NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080)

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