GIGABYTE AORUS Elite 16 (RTX 5070 & Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX) Acer Nitro 16S with RTX 5070 Ti Comparison

GIGABYTE AORUS Elite 16 (RTX 5070 & Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX) $2,299 Check Deal	Acer Nitro 16S with RTX 5070 Ti $1,999 Check Deal	HP Omen 16 (RTX 5070 & Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX)
Overview
Brand
GIGABYTE	Acer
Model
AORUS Elite 16 BWHC3USC65SH	AN16S-61-R5K4
Graphics
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU	NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU
RTX 5070 Laptops
RAM
32GB DDR5-5600MHz	32GB DDR5
32GB Laptops
Storage
2TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe M.2 SSD	2TB Gen 4 SSD
2TB Laptops
Display
16-inch WQXGA (2560 x 1600) IPS, 165Hz	16" WQXGA IPS 180Hz
Operating System
Windows 11 Home	Windows 11 Home
Weight
2.3 kg or 5.1 lbs	2.5
Color
Gray Tide	Black
Processor
CPU
Intel Core Ultra 9 Processor 275HX (Series 2)	AMD Ryzen AI 9 365
Intel Core Ultra 9 Processor 275HX (Series 2) Laptops \| AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 Laptops
Architecture
Arrow Lake-HX (2nd Gen Core Ultra)
Cores
24 (8 Performance-cores + 16 Efficient-cores)	12.0
Threads
24.0	24.0
Base Clock
2.7 GHz (P-core), 2.1 GHz (E-core)	3.6 GHz
Max Turbo Boost
Up to 5.4 GHz (P-core Max Turbo Frequency)	4.4 GHz
Cache
36MB L3 Cache	70MB (L2 + L3)
TDP
55W (Processor Base Power, Max TDP 170W CPU+GPU)	45W
Additional Features
Intel AI Boost NPU (up to 13 TOPS), GiMATE AI agent, Embedded LLM for local AI processing.
Display
Screen Size
16 inches (40.64 cm)	16"
Resolution
2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)	WQXGA (2560x1600)
Refresh Rate
165Hz	180Hz
Response Time
3ms	3ms
Panel Type
IPS Display, Anti-Glare	IPS
Color Gamut
100% sRGB	100% sRGB
Brightness
400 nits (typical)	400 nits
Aspect Ratio
16:10	16:10
Additional Features
G-SYNC, Low Blue Light technology, Flicker-Free certified, 4-sided Super-slim Bezels (3mm)	G-SYNC Compatible, Anti-Glare Coating
Graphics
GPU
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU	NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU
VRAM
8GB GDDR7	16GB GDDR6
Architecture
NVIDIA Blackwell (implied for RTX 50 series)
TGP
115W (Max TGP with Dynamic Boost)	150W
Ray Tracing
Yes, with 4th Gen RT Cores	Supported
DLSS Support
Yes, DLSS 4 with Multi Frame Generation	Supported
Additional Features
NVIDIA Advanced Optimus DDS Technology, 798 AI TOPS (GPU only)	DLSS 3, Reflex Support
Benchmark Scores
	Approx. 25,000 3DMark Time Spy
Memory
RAM Type
DDR5	DDR5
RAM Speed
5600MHz	4800 MHz
Expandable Memory
Yes, up to 64GB (2x SO-DIMM Slots)	Up to 64GB
Storage
Primary Storage
2TB PCIe Gen4x4 NVMe M.2 SSD	2TB Gen 4 SSD
Secondary Storage Options
1 additional PCIe Gen4x4 M.2 Slot available (Total 2x M.2 slots), supports up to 4TB total storage.	M.2 NVMe slots for additional SSD/HDD
RAID Support
Not explicitly specified, but dual M.2 slots can sometimes support RAID configurations.	Supported via BIOS
Gaming Features
Dedicated Gaming Keys
Not explicitly specified, but a gaming-optimized keyboard.	Backlit RGB Keyboard with WASD Highlight
RGB Customization
3-zone RGB backlit keyboard, Iridescent AORUS Logo, AORUS Beacon (logo projector).	Full RGB per key
Game Optimization
GIGABYTE GiMATE (AI Agent for performance optimization and customization), AI Cooling.	Acer NitroSense Software
Performance
Cooling Technology
WINDFORCE Infinity (Dual 84-blade Fans, 5x High-coverage Heat Pipes, 0.1mm Thin Fins, 3D VortX Air-Channeling with 4-way outlets, Keyboard & D-cover Inlets, Icy Touch Design, 0dB Ambient Experience via GiMATE)	Acer CoolBoost with dual fans and vapor chamber
Overclocking Support
Yes (Intel Core Ultra HX processor offers overclocking headrooms)	Yes, via NitroSense
Performance Modes
Dynamically adapts via GiMATE AI Cooling, user-controlled modes likely available.	Silent, Balanced, Performance
Benchmark Scores
Not explicitly specified by Gigabyte.	See above
Battery
Capacity
99Wh Battery Capacity	76 Wh
Backup Time
Not explicitly specified, but large capacity for gaming laptop.	Up to 6 hours
Charging Type
Fast Charge to 50% in 30 minutes, PD 3.0 Type-C Charging Support.	Fast Charging via USB-C and AC Adapter
Power Adapter
240W AC Adapter	180W AC Adapter
Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) with MU-MIMO Support (2x2)	Wi-Fi 6E
Ethernet
RJ45 (Gigabit Ethernet)
Bluetooth
5.4	Bluetooth 5.2
Ports
1x Thunderbolt™ 5 (Type C, DP 2.1 and PD 3.0), 1x Thunderbolt™ 4 (Type C, DP 1.4 and PD 3.0), 2x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A, 1x HDMI 2.1, 1x RJ-45, 1x microSD Card Reader, 1x 3.5mm Audio Combo Jack, 1x Power-adapter port	2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, HDMI 2.1, Ethernet (RJ45), 3.5mm Audio Jack, SD Card Reader
Keyboard & Touchpad
Keyboard Type
3-zone RGB backlit membrane keyboard with N-Key rollover	Backlit RGB Mechanical Keyboard
Key Travel
1.7mm key travel	1.6mm
N-Key Rollover
N-Key Rollover, Full Anti-Ghosting	Full
Touchpad Features
Multi-touch trackpad with gesture control, 26% larger operating area	Precision Touchpad with multi-touch support
Audio
Speakers
2x 2W Speakers	Stereo speakers with DTS:X Ultra
Audio Enhancements
Dual-channel Smart Amplifier system, Dolby Atmos®, Dolby Vision®, Built-in Microphones	DTS:X Ultra, Acer TrueHarmony
Dedicated Audio Jack
Yes (3.5mm Audio Combo Jack)	Yes
Camera
Webcam
FHD 1080p IR Camera	720p HD webcam
Enhancements
Windows Hello Facial Recognition Log-in
Privacy Shutter
No	Yes
Build & Design
Material
Chassis details not fully specified, but a sleek design with iridescent logo.	Aluminum chassis with plastic accents
Color Options
Gray Tide	Black
RGB Lighting
3-zone RGB Keyboard, Iridescent Logo, AORUS Beacon (logo projector)	Yes, keyboard and logo
Dimensions
26 x 357 x 254 mm (H x W x D) / 1.02 x 14.05 x 10 inches	358 x 259 x 22 mm
Additional Features
Patented 4-sided Super-slim Bezels, Icy Touch Design on keyboard area.
Special Features
Virtual Reality Ready
Yes	Yes
Advanced Cooling
Yes (WINDFORCE Infinity with Vapor Chamber, high-density fins)	Yes
Software
Windows 11 Home, GIGABYTE GiMATE (AI Agent), AI Cooling, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Vision, Windows Hello.	Acer NitroSense, Windows 11 Home
Upgrade-Friendly Design
Expandable RAM (up to 64GB), Dual-slot PCIe 4.0 SSDs (up to 4TB).
AI PC Features
Intel AI Boost NPU, GIGABYTE GiMATE AI Agent, Embedded LLM for AI tasks.
Box Contents
Laptop
Yes	Acer Nitro 16S AI Copilot+
Power Adapter
Yes, 240W AC Adapter	Yes, 180W
User Manual
Yes	Yes
Warranty Card
Yes, 2-year manufacturer's guarantee	Yes
Additional Accessories
None explicitly mentioned beyond standard accessories.	None
Launch Date
Release Date
2025 (model year, available from Q2/Q3 2025)	2026-08-15
Status
Available	In Stock

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