MSI Vector 16 HX with RTX 5070 Ti Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S (RTX 5070 Ti & Intel Ultra 9 275HX) Comparison

MSI Vector 16 HX with RTX 5070 Ti $2,249	Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S (RTX 5070 Ti & Intel Ultra 9 275HX) $2,399	MSI Vector 16 HX AI with RTX 5080 and Intel Ultra 9-275HX
Overview
Brand
Empowered PC (MSI)	Acer
Model
Vector 16 HX AI Gaming Laptop	Predator Helios Neo 16S AI
Graphics
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti 12GB GDDR7	NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti 12GB GDDR7
RTX 5070 Laptops
RAM
32GB DDR5 5600MHz	32 GB DDR5 6400MHz (2x16GB)
32GB Laptops \| 16GB Laptops
Storage
2TB NVMe Gen4 M.2 SSD	2 TB PCIe Gen 4 SSD
2TB Laptops \| 2 TB PCIe Gen 4 SSD Laptops
Display
16-inch QHD+ (2560 x 1600), 240Hz, IPS, 100% DCI-P3	16-inch OLED 240Hz 2560x1600
Operating System
Windows 11 Pro	Windows 11 Pro
Weight
5.95 lbs (approx. 2.70 kg)	2.30 kg (5.07 lbs)
Color
Not specified	Obsidian Black
Processor
CPU
Intel Ultra 7 255HX	Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX
Intel Ultra 7 255HX Laptops \| Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX Laptops
Cores
20 Cores	24 (8 Performance + 16 Efficiency)
Threads
Not specified	24.0
Base Clock
Not specified	2.7 GHz
Max Turbo Boost
Up to 5.2 GHz	Up to 5.4 GHz
Cache
Not specified	36 MB Intel Smart Cache
TDP
Not specified	55 W / 160 W (PL1 / PL2)
Display
Screen Size
16 inches	16 Inches
Resolution
2560 x 1600 (QHD+)	2560 x 1600 pixels (QHD+ OLED)
Refresh Rate
240Hz	240 Hz
Response Time
Not specified	2 ms
Panel Type
IPS	OLED
Color Gamut
100% DCI-P3	100% DCI-P3
Brightness
Not specified	Supports 400 nits typical
Aspect Ratio
16:10 (derived from resolution)	16:10
Additional Features
Wide View Angle, Thin Bezels	Microsecond response, deep blacks, wide color
Graphics
GPU
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti	NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU
VRAM
12GB GDDR7	12 GB GDDR7
TGP
Not specified	115 W
Ray Tracing
Yes (implied by RTX series)	Supported
DLSS Support
Yes (implied by RTX series)	DLSS 4
Benchmark Scores
Not specified	Not specified, but high-end RTX 5070 Ti performance
Additional Features
Power-Efficient Performance	Real-time ray tracing, AI frame generation
Memory
RAM Type
DDR5	DDR5
RAM Speed
5600MHz	6400 MHz
Expandable Memory
Not specified	Up to 64 GB (via two SO-DIMM slots)
Storage
Primary Storage
2TB NVMe Gen4 M.2 SSD	2 TB PCIe Gen 4 SSD
Secondary Storage Options
Not specified	Not specified; likely none or optional M.2 slots
RAID Support
Not specified	Not specified
Gaming Features
Dedicated Gaming Keys
Anti-Ghost key	RGB backlit keyboard with PredatorSense
RGB Customization
Full-Sized Steel Series 24 zone RGB Keyboard	Yes, per key RGB
Game Optimization
Not specified	PredatorSense software for tuning, overclocking, fan profiles
Performance
Cooling Technology
Not specified	AeroBlade 3D fans, liquid-metal thermal interface, dedicated heat zones
Overclocking Support
Not specified	Yes, via PredatorSense
Performance Modes
Not specified	Multiple profiles via PredatorSense
Benchmark Scores
Not specified	Not specified
Battery
Capacity
Not specified	76 Wh (approximate, typical for 16-inch gaming laptops)
Backup Time
Not specified	Up to 4-6 hours depending on usage
Charging Type
Not specified	Supports 100W fast charging; 30 minutes to 50%
Power Adapter
Not specified	230 W
Connectivity
WiFi
WiFi 6E (802.11ax)	Killer Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)
Bluetooth
5.4	5.4
Ports
2 x USB-C	Thunderbolt 4, USB-C (3.2 Gen 1), USB-A (3.2 Gen 1), HDMI 2.1, RJ-45 Ethernet, 3.5 mm Headphone/Mic jack
Keyboard & Touchpad
Keyboard Type
Full-Sized Steel Series 24 zone RGB Keyboard with Anti-Ghost key	Per-key RGB backlit with PredatorSense keys
Key Travel
Not specified	Approx. 1.7 mm
N-Key Rollover
Yes (implied by Anti-Ghost key)	Yes
Touchpad Features
Not specified	Precision touchpad with multi-touch support
Audio
Speakers
Not specified	Stereo speakers with DTS:X Ultra
Audio Enhancements
Not specified	DTS:X Ultra, high-quality sound
Dedicated Audio Jack
Not specified	Yes
Camera
Webcam
IR Full HD Webcam	1080p FHD IR webcam
Privacy Shutter
Yes	Not specified
Build & Design
Material
Not specified	Aluminum lid, metal chassis with AeroBlade fans
Color Options
Not specified	Obsidian Black
RGB Lighting
Full-Sized Steel Series 24 zone RGB Keyboard	Keyboard RGB per key
Dimensions
14.05 x 11.18 x 1.12 inches	356.78 mm (W) x 275.50 mm (D) x 12–19.9 mm (H)
Special Features
Virtual Reality Ready
Not specified	Yes
Advanced Cooling
Not specified	Yes, AeroBlade 3D + liquid-metal
Software
Not specified	PredatorSense for tuning, overclocking, fan control
Box Contents
Laptop
Yes	Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S AI
Power Adapter
Not specified	230 W
User Manual
Not specified	Included
Warranty Card
Yes (3-Year Limited Hardware Warranty)	Included
Additional Accessories
Not specified	None specified
Launch Date
Release Date
Not specified	November 15, 2025
Status
Available	Available

Which is Better: MSI Vector 16 HX with RTX 5070 Ti or Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S (RTX 5070 Ti & Intel Ultra 9 275HX)?

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Advantages of Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S (RTX 5070 Ti & Intel Ultra 9 275HX):

Has better GPU (NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU vs NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti)

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