GIGABYTE AORUS Elite 16 (RTX 5070 & Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX) Acer Predator Helios 18 (RTX 5070 Ti & Intel Core Ultra 9) Comparison

GIGABYTE AORUS Elite 16 (RTX 5070 & Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX) $2,299 Check Deal	Acer Predator Helios 18 (RTX 5070 Ti & Intel Core Ultra 9) $2,049 Check Deal	ASUS ROG Strix Scar 18 G835 (RTX 5090 & Intel Ultra 9 275HX)
Overview
Brand
GIGABYTE	Acer
Model
AORUS Elite 16 BWHC3USC65SH	Predator Helios Neo 18 AI
Graphics
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU	NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU with 992 AI TOPS, based on Blackwell architecture
RTX 5070 Laptops
RAM
32GB DDR5-5600MHz	16GB (2x8GB) DDR5 5600MHz SO-DIMM
32GB Laptops \| 8GB Laptops
Storage
2TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe M.2 SSD	1TB Gen 4 NVMe SSD
2TB Laptops \| 1TB Laptops
Display
16-inch WQXGA (2560 x 1600) IPS, 165Hz	18-inch WQXGA (2560x1600) resolution, 16:10 aspect ratio, 240Hz refresh rate, 3ms response time, IPS panel, 100% DCI-P3 color gamut, 500 nits brightness, NVIDIA G-SYNC, NVIDIA Advanced Optimus
Operating System
Windows 11 Home	Windows 11 Home or Pro (not specified, assumed standard)
Weight
2.3 kg or 5.1 lbs	null
Color
Gray Tide	Black (assumed standard Predator design)
Processor
CPU
Intel Core Ultra 9 Processor 275HX (Series 2)	Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX
Intel Core Ultra 9 Processor 275HX (Series 2) Laptops \| Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX Laptops
Architecture
Arrow Lake-HX (2nd Gen Core Ultra)
Cores
24 (8 Performance-cores + 16 Efficient-cores)	8 cores
Threads
24.0	16 threads
Base Clock
2.7 GHz (P-core), 2.1 GHz (E-core)	3.0 GHz
Max Turbo Boost
Up to 5.4 GHz (P-core Max Turbo Frequency)	up to 5.0 GHz
Cache
36MB L3 Cache	24MB L3 cache
TDP
55W (Processor Base Power, Max TDP 170W CPU+GPU)	null
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)	18 inches
Resolution
2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)	WQXGA (2560x1600)
Refresh Rate
165Hz	240Hz
Response Time
3ms	3ms
Panel Type
IPS Display, Anti-Glare	IPS
Color Gamut
100% sRGB	100% DCI-P3
Brightness
400 nits (typical)	500 nits
Aspect Ratio
16:10	16:10
Additional Features
G-SYNC, Low Blue Light technology, Flicker-Free certified, 4-sided Super-slim Bezels (3mm)	NVIDIA G-SYNC, NVIDIA Advanced Optimus
Graphics
GPU
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU	NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU
VRAM
8GB GDDR7	8GB GDDR6 (assumed standard for RTX 5070 Ti)
Architecture
NVIDIA Blackwell (implied for RTX 50 series)
TGP
115W (Max TGP with Dynamic Boost)	null
Ray Tracing
Yes, with 4th Gen RT Cores	Supported
DLSS Support
Yes, DLSS 4 with Multi Frame Generation	DLSS 4
Additional Features
NVIDIA Advanced Optimus DDS Technology, 798 AI TOPS (GPU only)	Full ray tracing, neural rendering, AI acceleration
Benchmark Scores
	null
Memory
RAM Type
DDR5	DDR5
RAM Speed
5600MHz	5600MHz
Expandable Memory
Yes, up to 64GB (2x SO-DIMM Slots)	Up to 32GB (2x16GB) DDR5 5600MHz SO-DIMM
Storage
Primary Storage
2TB PCIe Gen4x4 NVMe M.2 SSD	1TB NVMe 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.	null
RAID Support
Not explicitly specified, but dual M.2 slots can sometimes support RAID configurations.	null
Gaming Features
Dedicated Gaming Keys
Not explicitly specified, but a gaming-optimized keyboard.	4-Zone RGB Keyboard
RGB Customization
3-zone RGB backlit keyboard, Iridescent AORUS Logo, AORUS Beacon (logo projector).	Supported
Game Optimization
GIGABYTE GiMATE (AI Agent for performance optimization and customization), AI Cooling.	PredatorSense software, optimized for gaming performance
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's advanced cooling with multiple fans and vapor chamber
Overclocking Support
Yes (Intel Core Ultra HX processor offers overclocking headrooms)	Supported via PredatorSense
Performance Modes
Dynamically adapts via GiMATE AI Cooling, user-controlled modes likely available.	Multiple modes including Turbo, Balanced, and Quiet
Benchmark Scores
Not explicitly specified by Gigabyte.	null
Battery
Capacity
99Wh Battery Capacity	null
Backup Time
Not explicitly specified, but large capacity for gaming laptop.	null
Charging Type
Fast Charge to 50% in 30 minutes, PD 3.0 Type-C Charging Support.	Supports 100W fast charging; 30 minutes to 50%
Power Adapter
240W AC Adapter	Likely 200W or higher (not specified)
Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) with MU-MIMO Support (2x2)	Killer Wi-Fi 6E
Ethernet
RJ45 (Gigabit Ethernet)
Bluetooth
5.4	Supported (version not specified, likely 5.2 or higher)
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	USB-C (with Thunderbolt support likely), USB-A, HDMI, Ethernet (RJ45), Audio jack (combo)
Keyboard & Touchpad
Keyboard Type
3-zone RGB backlit membrane keyboard with N-Key rollover	Mechanical-style 4-Zone RGB Keyboard
Key Travel
1.7mm key travel	null
N-Key Rollover
N-Key Rollover, Full Anti-Ghosting	Supported
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, likely downward-firing
Audio Enhancements
Dual-channel Smart Amplifier system, Dolby Atmos®, Dolby Vision®, Built-in Microphones	Supported via Acer's software, possibly DTS or similar
Dedicated Audio Jack
Yes (3.5mm Audio Combo Jack)	Yes
Camera
Webcam
FHD 1080p IR Camera	Likely 720p HD webcam
Enhancements
Windows Hello Facial Recognition Log-in
Privacy Shutter
No	Supported
Build & Design
Material
Chassis details not fully specified, but a sleek design with iridescent logo.	Plastic and metal chassis
Color Options
Gray Tide	Black
RGB Lighting
3-zone RGB Keyboard, Iridescent Logo, AORUS Beacon (logo projector)	Yes, on keyboard and possibly other accents
Dimensions
26 x 357 x 254 mm (H x W x D) / 1.02 x 14.05 x 10 inches	null
Additional Features
Patented 4-sided Super-slim Bezels, Icy Touch Design on keyboard area.
Special Features
Virtual Reality Ready
Yes	Supported
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.	PredatorSense for system tuning and lighting control
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	Predator Helios Neo 18 AI
Power Adapter
Yes, 240W AC Adapter	Included (likely 200W or higher)
User Manual
Yes	Included
Warranty Card
Yes, 2-year manufacturer's guarantee	Included
Additional Accessories
None explicitly mentioned beyond standard accessories.	null
Launch Date
Release Date
2025 (model year, available from Q2/Q3 2025)	March 2026
Status
Available	Available

Which is Better: GIGABYTE AORUS Elite 16 (RTX 5070 & Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX) or Acer Predator Helios 18 (RTX 5070 Ti & Intel Core Ultra 9)?

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

Advantages of Acer Predator Helios 18 (RTX 5070 Ti & Intel Core Ultra 9):

Offers better Refresh Rate (240Hz vs 165Hz)
Has better GPU (NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU vs NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU)

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