XMG Fusion 16 (RTX 5070 & Ultra 9) Acer Nitro 16S with RTX 5070 Ti Comparison

XMG Fusion 16 (RTX 5070 & Ultra 9) $2,200 Check Deal	Acer Nitro 16S with RTX 5070 Ti $1,999 Check Deal	HP Omen 16 (RTX 5060 & Ryzen 9 8940HX)
Overview
Brand
XMG	Acer
Model
XMG Fusion 16 OLED review - The first XMG laptop with an OLED screen	AN16S-61-R5K4
Graphics
GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop 8GB GDDR7	NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU
RTX 5070 Laptops
RAM
64GB DDR5-6400MHz (Single-Channel)	32GB DDR5
64GB Laptops \| 32GB Laptops
Storage
2 TB Samsung 9100 Pro 2 TB NVMe SSD SSD	2TB Gen 4 SSD
2 TB Samsung 9100 Pro 2 TB NVMe SSD SSD Laptops \| 2TB Laptops
Display
16.00 inches, (2880 x 1800 (3K)), 120 Hz, OLED	16" WQXGA IPS 180Hz
Operating System
Not specified	Windows 11 Home
Weight
2.133 kg (4.70 lbs)	2.5
Color
Not specified	Black
Processor
CPU
Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX	AMD Ryzen AI 9 365
Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX Laptops \| AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 Laptops
Architecture
Intel Arrow Lake
Cores
8 Cores	12.0
Threads
24 Threads	24.0
Base Clock
5.4 GHz	3.6 GHz
Max Turbo Boost
Up to 4.6 GHz	4.4 GHz
Cache
36MB Intel Smart Cache	70MB (L2 + L3)
TDP
45W (PL1)	45W
Additional Features
Intel NPU for AI, 8 Performance Cores
Display
Screen Size
16.00 inches	16"
Resolution
2880 x 1800 (3K)	WQXGA (2560x1600)
Refresh Rate
120 Hz	180Hz
Response Time
Not specified	3ms
Panel Type
OLED	IPS
Color Gamut
See review for color accuracy	100% sRGB
Brightness
See review	400 nits
Aspect Ratio
16:10	16:10
Additional Features
Glossy	G-SYNC Compatible, Anti-Glare Coating
Graphics
GPU
GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop Laptop GPU	NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU
VRAM
8GB GDDR7	16GB GDDR6
Architecture
NVIDIA Blackwell
TGP
115W (including Dynamic Boost)	150W
Ray Tracing
Yes (5th Gen RT Cores)	Supported
DLSS Support
Yes, DLSS 4 with Neural Rendering	Supported
Benchmark Scores
See review for gaming benchmarks	Approx. 25,000 3DMark Time Spy
Additional Features
MUX Switch, NVIDIA Optimus	DLSS 3, Reflex Support
Memory
RAM Type
DDR5	DDR5
RAM Speed
6400 MHz	4800 MHz
Configuration
64GB (1 x 64GB module)
Expandable Memory
Check specifications for upgrade options	Up to 64GB
Storage
Primary Storage
2 TB Samsung 9100 Pro 2 TB NVMe SSD	2TB Gen 4 SSD
Performance
NVMe SSD
Secondary Storage Options
1x additional M.2 SSD slot available (check specs)	M.2 NVMe slots for additional SSD/HDD
RAID Support
Not specified	Supported via BIOS
Gaming Features
Dedicated Gaming Keys
Check specifications	Backlit RGB Keyboard with WASD Highlight
RGB Customization
Single-zone backlighting	Full RGB per key
Game Optimization
Manufacturer utility software	Acer NitroSense Software
Performance
Cooling Technology
Dual-fan cooling system	Acer CoolBoost with dual fans and vapor chamber
Thermal Interface
Standard thermal paste
Performance Modes
Multiple performance profiles available	Silent, Balanced, Performance
Acoustics
See review for noise levels
Overclocking Support
	Yes, via NitroSense
Benchmark Scores
	See above
Battery
Capacity
8 Wh Lithium-Ion (4-cell)	76 Wh
Backup Time
Productivity: ~6-8 hours \| Gaming: ~1.5-2 hours	Up to 6 hours
Charging Type
Proprietary DC-in or USB-C PD	Fast Charging via USB-C and AC Adapter
Power Adapter
See specifications for included wattage	180W AC Adapter
Connectivity
WiFi
WiFi 7	Wi-Fi 6E
Ethernet
Realtek RTL8125 2.5GBe Family Ethernet Controller
Bluetooth
Bluetooth 5.4	Bluetooth 5.2
Ports
3 USB 3.0 / 3.1 Gen1, 1 USB 3.1 Gen2, 1 USB4 40 Gbps, 1 Thunderbolt 4, USB-C Power Delivery (PD), 1 HDMI, 3 DisplayPort, 1 Kensington Lock, 1 Docking Station Port, Audio Connections: 3.5 mm Stereo, Card Reader: SDXC	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
Backlit Keyboard	Backlit RGB Mechanical Keyboard
Key Travel
Not specified	1.6mm
N-Key Rollover
Not specified	Full
Touchpad Features
Multi-gesture Precision Touchpad	Precision Touchpad with multi-touch support
Audio
Speakers
Stereo Speakers	Stereo speakers with DTS:X Ultra
Audio Enhancements
Intel Arrow Lake-S PCH - ACE (Audio Context Engine)	DTS:X Ultra, Acer TrueHarmony
Dedicated Audio Jack
Yes	Yes
Camera
Webcam
1080p FHD Camera (30 fps)	720p HD webcam
Features
IR Camera
Privacy Shutter
Yes	Yes
Build & Design
Material
Plastic/Metal chassis	Aluminum chassis with plastic accents
Color Options
Not specified	Black
Dimensions
23 x 357 x 254 mm (H x W x D)	358 x 259 x 22 mm
Additional Features
See review for build quality
RGB Lighting
	Yes, keyboard and logo
Special Features
Virtual Reality Ready
Yes	Yes
Security
TPM 2.0, Kensington Lock
AI Integration
Intel NPU for AI, 8 Performance Cores
Advanced Cooling
	Yes
Software
	Acer NitroSense, Windows 11 Home
Box Contents
Laptop
XMG XMG Fusion 16 OLED review - The first XMG laptop with an OLED screen	Acer Nitro 16S AI Copilot+
Power Adapter
Included with power cord	Yes, 180W
User Manual
Yes	Yes
Warranty Card
Manufacturer warranty included	Yes
Additional Accessories
Check retailer listing	None
Launch Date
Release Date
See review publish date	2026-08-15
Status
Available	In Stock

Which is Better: XMG Fusion 16 (RTX 5070 & Ultra 9) or Acer Nitro 16S with RTX 5070 Ti?

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

Advantages of XMG Fusion 16 (RTX 5070 & Ultra 9):

Offers better CPU (Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX vs AMD Ryzen AI 9 365)

Advantages of Acer Nitro 16S with RTX 5070 Ti:

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

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