Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S (RTX 5070 Ti & Intel Ultra 9 275HX) Thunderobot Zero 16 Pro (RTX 5080 & Ultra 9) Comparison

Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S (RTX 5070 Ti & Intel Ultra 9 275HX) $2,399 Check Deal	Thunderobot Zero 16 Pro (RTX 5080 & Ultra 9) $2,199 Check Deal	ASUS Strix Scar 16 (2025) with RTX 5090 and Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX
Overview
Brand
Acer	Thunderobot
Model
Predator Helios Neo 16S AI	Zero 16 Pro
Graphics
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti 12GB GDDR7	NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080
RTX 5070 Laptops \| RTX 5080 Laptops
RAM
32 GB DDR5 6400MHz (2x16GB)	32GB (2x16GB) DDR5 4800MHz
16GB Laptops
Storage
2 TB PCIe Gen 4 SSD	1TB PCIe M.2 SSD
2 TB PCIe Gen 4 SSD Laptops \| 1TB Laptops
Display
16-inch OLED 240Hz 2560x1600	16" QHD+ (2560x1600) IPS, 360Hz, 100% sRGB, HDR, Eye-Care Technology
Operating System
Windows 11 Pro	Windows 11 Home
Weight
2.30 kg (5.07 lbs)	Approximately 2.2 kg
Color
Obsidian Black	Futuristic Silver
Processor
CPU
Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX	Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX
Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX Laptops
Cores
24 (8 Performance + 16 Efficiency)	24 cores (8 Performance cores + 16 Efficient cores)
Threads
24.0	32.0
Base Clock
2.7 GHz	2.4 GHz (Performance cores), 1.8 GHz (Efficient cores)
Max Turbo Boost
Up to 5.4 GHz	5.4 GHz
Cache
36 MB Intel Smart Cache	24MB L3 cache
TDP
55 W / 160 W (PL1 / PL2)	45W
Display
Screen Size
16 Inches	16 Inches
Resolution
2560 x 1600 pixels (QHD+ OLED)	2560 x 1600 pixels (QHD+)
Refresh Rate
240 Hz	360Hz
Response Time
2 ms	3ms (GTG)
Panel Type
OLED	IPS
Color Gamut
100% DCI-P3	100% sRGB
Brightness
Supports 400 nits typical	500 nits (Peak)
Aspect Ratio
16:10	16:10
Additional Features
Microsecond response, deep blacks, wide color	HDR support, Eye-Care Technology, Anti-Glare coating
Graphics
GPU
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU	NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080
VRAM
12 GB GDDR7	12 GB GDDR6
TGP
115 W	270W (Total Graphics Power)
Ray Tracing
Supported	Supported
DLSS Support
DLSS 4	Supported
Benchmark Scores
Not specified, but high-end RTX 5070 Ti performance	Approximate 3DMark Time Spy Score: 25,000
Additional Features
Real-time ray tracing, AI frame generation	DirectX 12 Ultimate, NVIDIA Reflex
Memory
RAM Type
DDR5	DDR5 SO-DIMM
RAM Speed
6400 MHz	4800 MHz
Expandable Memory
Up to 64 GB (via two SO-DIMM slots)	Up to 64GB (2x32GB) DDR5
Storage
Primary Storage
2 TB PCIe Gen 4 SSD	1TB PCIe M.2 SSD
Secondary Storage Options
Not specified; likely none or optional M.2 slots	Not available (single M.2 slot)
RAID Support
Not specified	Not supported
Gaming Features
Dedicated Gaming Keys
RGB backlit keyboard with PredatorSense	Backlit RGB Keyboard with customizable zones
RGB Customization
Yes, per key RGB	Supported via Control Center
Game Optimization
PredatorSense software for tuning, overclocking, fan profiles	Pre-configured Performance Modes (Office, Gaming, High-Performance)
Performance
Cooling Technology
AeroBlade 3D fans, liquid-metal thermal interface, dedicated heat zones	Dual Night Owl fans, 7 heat pipes, 316 copper fins, advanced airflow design
Overclocking Support
Yes, via PredatorSense	Yes, via Control Center
Performance Modes
Multiple profiles via PredatorSense	Office, Gaming, High-Performance, Custom
Benchmark Scores
Not specified	See 'Graphics' section for 3DMark score
Battery
Capacity
76 Wh (approximate, typical for 16-inch gaming laptops)	80Wh
Backup Time
Up to 4-6 hours depending on usage	Approximately 4-6 hours under mixed usage; up to 2 hours gaming
Charging Type
Supports 100W fast charging; 30 minutes to 50%	Supports 100W fast charging; 30 minutes to 50%
Power Adapter
230 W	230W AC adapter
Connectivity
WiFi
Killer Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)	Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)
Bluetooth
5.4	Bluetooth 5.3
Ports
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	3 x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, 1 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2, HDMI 2.1, RJ-45 Ethernet, 3.5mm Audio Jack
Keyboard & Touchpad
Keyboard Type
Per-key RGB backlit with PredatorSense keys	Full-sized RGB backlit keyboard with numeric keypad
Key Travel
Approx. 1.7 mm	1.8mm
N-Key Rollover
Yes	Yes
Touchpad Features
Precision touchpad with multi-touch support	Precision touchpad with multi-touch support
Audio
Speakers
Stereo speakers with DTS:X Ultra	Stereo speakers with DTS:X Ultra support
Audio Enhancements
DTS:X Ultra, high-quality sound	DTS:X Ultra, Noise suppression
Dedicated Audio Jack
Yes	Yes
Camera
Webcam
1080p FHD IR webcam	720p HD webcam
Privacy Shutter
Not specified	Yes
Build & Design
Material
Aluminum lid, metal chassis with AeroBlade fans	Aluminum chassis with reinforced magnesium alloy elements
Color Options
Obsidian Black	Futuristic Silver
RGB Lighting
Keyboard RGB per key	Spectra RGB lighting across keyboard and logo
Dimensions
356.78 mm (W) x 275.50 mm (D) x 12–19.9 mm (H)	Approx. 356mm x 250mm x 20mm
Special Features
Virtual Reality Ready
Yes	Yes
Advanced Cooling
Yes, AeroBlade 3D + liquid-metal	Yes, with customizable fan profiles
Software
PredatorSense for tuning, overclocking, fan control	Control Center for performance tuning, RGB customization, fan control
Box Contents
Laptop
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S AI	Thunderobot Zero 16 Pro
Power Adapter
230 W	230W AC adapter
User Manual
Included	Included
Warranty Card
Included	Included (1-year standard warranty)
Additional Accessories
None specified	None included
Launch Date
Release Date
November 15, 2025	November 5, 2025
Status
Available	Available

Which is Better: Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S (RTX 5070 Ti & Intel Ultra 9 275HX) or Thunderobot Zero 16 Pro (RTX 5080 & Ultra 9)?

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

Advantages of Thunderobot Zero 16 Pro (RTX 5080 & Ultra 9):

Has better GPU (NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 vs NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU)

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