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Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI PHN16-73-97FV (2025) vs MSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWHG-060US
Product A: Acer
Predator Helios Neo 16 AI PHN16-73-97FV (2025)
90 of 179 known
Lenovo Legion Pro 7i (16", Gen 10) 16IAX10H
HP OMEN MAX 16 (2025) Core Ultra 9 275HX, RTX 5080
ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2025) G615LR
ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (2025) G635LW
ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2025) G615LP
Alienware 16 Area-51 AA16250 (Core Ultra 9 275HX, RTX 5080)
HP OMEN 16 (2025, 16-am0000)
HP OMEN 16 (2025, 16-ap0000)
ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2025) G615JMR-AS74
ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2025) G614FR-DS96
Lenovo Legion Pro 5i (16", Gen 10) 16IAX10
Alienware 16 Aurora AC16250 Core 7 240H
Change Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI PHN16-73-97FV (2025)
Compare the MSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWHG-060US with
Lenovo Legion Pro 7i (16", Gen 10) 16IAX10H
HP OMEN MAX 16 (2025) Core Ultra 9 275HX, RTX 5080
ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2025) G615LR
ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (2025) G635LW
ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2025) G615LP
Alienware 16 Area-51 AA16250 (Core Ultra 9 275HX, RTX 5080)
HP OMEN 16 (2025, 16-am0000)
HP OMEN 16 (2025, 16-ap0000)
ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2025) G615JMR-AS74
ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2025) G614FR-DS96
Lenovo Legion Pro 5i (16", Gen 10) 16IAX10
Alienware 16 Aurora AC16250 Core 7 240HProduct B: MSI
90 of 179 known
Lenovo Legion Pro 7i (16", Gen 10) 16IAX10H
ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (2025) G635LW
ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2025) G614FR-DS96
Lenovo Legion Pro 5i (16", Gen 10) 16IAX10
ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2025) G615LP
HP OMEN MAX 16 (2025) Core Ultra 9 275HX, RTX 5080
Alienware 16 Aurora AC16250 Core 7 240H
ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2025) G615LR
MSI Katana 15 HX B14WFK
ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2025) G615JMR-AS74
Lenovo LOQ 15 (Gen 10) 15AHP10
Lenovo LOQ 15i (Gen 10)
Change MSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWHG-060US
Compare the Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI PHN16-73-97FV (2025) with
Lenovo Legion Pro 7i (16", Gen 10) 16IAX10H
ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 16 (2025) G635LW
ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2025) G614FR-DS96
Lenovo Legion Pro 5i (16", Gen 10) 16IAX10
ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2025) G615LP
HP OMEN MAX 16 (2025) Core Ultra 9 275HX, RTX 5080
Alienware 16 Aurora AC16250 Core 7 240H
ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2025) G615LR
MSI Katana 15 HX B14WFK
ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2025) G615JMR-AS74
Lenovo LOQ 15 (Gen 10) 15AHP10
Lenovo LOQ 15i (Gen 10)38 of 171 fields differ
- 21 different values
- 17 known for one only
- 56 the same
- 77 missing for both
Weight
0 to 3 kg
Weight (published)
A2.7kg
B2.7kg
All 179 fields
Every value links to where we found it.


General
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Series
Model numbers
PHN16-73-97FV, NH.U0UAA.0021Maker product pagestore.acer.com/en-us/predator-helios-neo-16-ai-gaming-laptop-phn16-73-97fvRead 5 October 2026Exact maintained original US PHN16-73-97FV, part NH.U0UAA.002. Stock configuration is Core Ultra 9 275HX, RTX 5070 Ti 12 GB, 16 GB DDR5, 1 TB Gen 4 SSD, 16-inch IPS 240 Hz and Windows 11 Home. This exact maker specification matrix is retained as the reference sheet. Generic Helios Neo 16 AI overview now describes 2026 290HX Plus models and is not used for this older PHN16-73 hardware.5Retailer pagecompsource.com/buy/NHU0UAA002/Acer-10Read 5 October 2026Exact manufacturer-supplied product record identifies NH.U0UAA.002 / PHN16-73-97FV and retains 16 GB/1 TB/275HX/5070 Ti/IPS 240 identity. Metadata date inserted is not used as release date. Normal site page access 403 is qualified, while public web rendering currently exposes the complete original product text and table.6Maker product pageblog.acer.com/en/discussion/4564/5-must-buy-16-inch-laptops-from-acer-in-2026Read 8 October 2026Current Acer-authored article specifically retains old PHN16-73-97FV with 275HX/5070 Ti 12 GB/16 GB/1 TB/IPS 240. It confirms identity despite the general manufacturer overview being replaced by later generation. No later store price is a launch price.
A2XWHG-060US1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 2026One-page US maker sheet for A2XWHG-060US. The same family has other US sheets with different CPU, display, RAM, storage and Wi-Fi: 211US (Core Ultra 9 275HX, 16 GB, 1 TB, Windows 11 Home), 061US and 212US (Core Ultra 7 255HX, FHD+ 1920 x 1200 144 Hz, 16 GB, 512 GB, Wi-Fi 6E). Those are not stored here.10Retailer pagecdw.com/product/msi-vector-16-hx-ai-a2xw-vector-16-hx-ai-a2xwhg-060us-16-gaming-notebook/8319807Read 15 October 2026CDW title names A2XWHG-060US with Core Ultra 9 275HX, 32 GB, 2 TB SSD, QHD+ 240 Hz, matching the maker sheet.
GTIN / EAN
Announced
Status
Predecessor
Not available
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Successor
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Launch price (US)
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Launch price (EU)
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Markets
Colours
Segment
Gaming6Reviewstuff.co.za/2025/06/05/msi-vector-16-hx-ai-review-as-long-pluggedRead 15 October 2026Reviewed as a gaming laptop, with gaming-focused cooling and an RGB gaming keyboard.10Retailer pagecdw.com/product/msi-vector-16-hx-ai-a2xw-vector-16-hx-ai-a2xwhg-060us-16-gaming-notebook/8319807Read 15 October 2026CDW calls it a 16" Gaming Notebook. MSI sells it as a Vector gaming laptop with a 24-zone RGB gaming keyboard.
Form factor
Chassis
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Dimensions
Width356.78Depth275.5Thickness (min)13.47Thickness (max)26.75mm(14 × 10.8 × 0.5 to 1.1 in)4Press releasenews.acer.com/acer-launches-new-predator-helios-neo-ai-gaming-laptops-with-next-gen-processors-and-gpusRead 8 October 2026Original PHN16-73 maker table publishes 356.78 x 275.5 x 13.47/26.75 mm. Matching current US approximate 14 x 10.8 x 1.05 inch table is rounded. Stored minimum/maximum thickness keeps original metric precision and excludes later PHN16-I71.
Width357.2Depth284.05Thickness (min)22.2Thickness (max)28.55mm(14.1 × 11.2 × 0.9 to 1.1 in)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 2026Sheet lists 14.06 x 11.18 x 0.87-1.12 in. The manual gives the metric values stored here.2Owner's manualdownload-2.msi.com/archive/mnu_exe/nb/MS-15M3_MS-15M4_v1.0_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026Printed page 2-16: 357.2 (W) x 284.05 (D) x 22.20~28.55 (H) mm.
Weight (published)
2.7kg(6 lb)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 2026Sheet lists 5.95 lbs with battery, which matches the 2.7 kg in the manual.2Owner's manualdownload-2.msi.com/archive/mnu_exe/nb/MS-15M3_MS-15M4_v1.0_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026Printed page 2-16: 2.7 kg. This is the maker's laptop weight. It is not a reviewer measurement.
Lid material
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Bottom material
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Max hinge angle
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MIL-STD-810 testing (claimed)
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Display
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Screen size
Native resolution
Pixel density
188.7ppi
188.7ppi
Panel type
IPS1Maker product pagestore.acer.com/en-us/predator-helios-neo-16-ai-gaming-laptop-phn16-73-97fvRead 5 October 2026Exact selected table says LCD with In-plane Switching IPS and ComfyView matte. OLED sibling panels, their HDR and numerical review results are excluded.6Maker product pageblog.acer.com/en/discussion/4564/5-must-buy-16-inch-laptops-from-acer-in-2026Read 8 October 2026
Backlight
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Dimming zones
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Panel part number
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Screen surface
Touchscreen
Stylus
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Refresh rate modes
AAcer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI PHN16-73-97FV (2025)
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Maximum operating refresh (Hz) | VRR |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2560 | 1600 | 240 | Yes |
Source1Maker product pagestore.acer.com/en-us/predator-helios-neo-16-ai-gaming-laptop-phn16-73-97fvRead 5 October 2026Exact selected native 2560 x 1600 IPS display operates at 240 Hz. Matching exact retailer narrative additionally states built-in NVIDIA G-SYNC. No lower-resolution dual mode is inferred.5Retailer pagecompsource.com/buy/NHU0UAA002/Acer-10Read 5 October 2026Exact retained native IPS display narrative explicitly combines 2560 x 1600 at 240 Hz with built-in NVIDIA G-SYNC. This independently binds VRR to the stored native mode.
BMSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWHG-060US
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Maximum operating refresh (Hz) |
|---|---|---|
| 2560 | 1600 | 240 |
Max refresh rate
240Hz
240Hz
Adaptive sync
G-SYNC4Press releasenews.acer.com/acer-launches-new-predator-helios-neo-ai-gaming-laptops-with-next-gen-processors-and-gpusRead 8 October 2026Original PHN16-73 announcement explicitly supports NVIDIA G-SYNC. Exact retained US retailer narrative independently binds G-SYNC to its IPS 240 Hz panel. OLED siblings are excluded.5Retailer pagecompsource.com/buy/NHU0UAA002/Acer-10Read 5 October 2026Exact retained IPS display narrative explicitly states NVIDIA G-SYNC, corroborating original 2025 maker family statement.
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Gray-to-gray response time (claimed)
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Native panel colour depth
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Brightness (SDR, claimed)
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Peak brightness (SDR outdoors, claimed)
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Sustained brightness (HDR, claimed)
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Peak brightness (HDR, claimed)
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sRGB coverage (claimed)
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DCI-P3 coverage (claimed)
Adobe RGB coverage (claimed)
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HDR certification
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Factory calibrated
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Second display
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Processor
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Processor
Processor brand
Core configuration
AAcer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI PHN16-73-97FV (2025)
| Core type | Count | Base clock (GHz) | Max clock (GHz) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Performance | 8 | 2.7 | 5.4 |
| Efficiency | 16 | 2.1 | 4.6 |
BMSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWHG-060US
| Core type | Count | Base clock (GHz) | Max clock (GHz) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Performance | 8 | 2.7 | 5.4 |
| Efficiency | 16 | 2.1 | 4.6 |
Source1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 20263Maker product pageintel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/242293/intel-core-ultra-9-processor-275hx-36m-cache-up-to-5-40-ghz/specifications.htmlRead 15 October 202624 cores: 8 P-cores at 2.7 GHz base and 5.4 GHz max turbo, 16 E-cores at 2.1 GHz base and 4.6 GHz max turbo, 24 threads, no LP E-cores. Generic 55 W base and 160 W turbo power are chip limits, not this laptop's setting, and are not stored.
CPU cores
24
24
Cores labelled performance
8
8
Cores labelled efficiency
16
16
Threads
Max boost clock
5.4GHz
5.4GHz
L3 cache
36MB1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 2026Sheet lists 36 MB L3 cache. The Spanish MSI store sheet for 098XES says 40 MB cache, which is Intel's total L2 and not L3.3Maker product pageintel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/242293/intel-core-ultra-9-processor-275hx-36m-cache-up-to-5-40-ghz/specifications.htmlRead 15 October 2026Intel lists 36 MB Intel Smart Cache and 40 MB total L2. Only the 36 MB is stored.
Process
Sustained CPU power (configured)
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Peak CPU power (configured)
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Combined CPU and GPU power
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NPU performance
Graphics
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Discrete GPU
GPU
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU1Maker product pagestore.acer.com/en-us/predator-helios-neo-16-ai-gaming-laptop-phn16-73-97fvRead 5 October 2026
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 2026
GPU brand
VRAM
Max GPU power (TGP)
Dynamic Boost
Not available
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GPU boost clock
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GPU switching
Advanced Optimus, MUX switch4Press releasenews.acer.com/acer-launches-new-predator-helios-neo-ai-gaming-laptops-with-next-gen-processors-and-gpusRead 8 October 2026Original PHN16-73 IPS 240 Hz option explicitly supports NVIDIA Advanced Optimus, while family paragraph additionally names MUX Switch. This is original 2025 hardware evidence, not current 290HX Plus overview inheritance.5Retailer pagecompsource.com/buy/NHU0UAA002/Acer-10Read 5 October 2026Exact manufacturer-supplied retained narrative explicitly names NVIDIA Advanced Optimus and built-in G-SYNC. Its MGP 140 W narrative conflicts with its structured 170 W maximum cell. The separate exact Acer-authored PHN16-73-97FV article directly supports 140 W maximum graphics power. DE 32 GB 1907 MHz values are not inherited.
Integrated GPU
Memory
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Installed RAM
RAM type
RAM speed
Not available
Memory channels
RAM upgrade
Slots1Maker product pagestore.acer.com/en-us/predator-helios-neo-16-ai-gaming-laptop-phn16-73-97fvRead 5 October 20263Owner's manualglobal-download.acer.com/GDFiles/Document/Lifecycle%20Ext.%20Guide/Lifecycle%20Ext.%20Guide_Acer_1.0_A_A.pdfRead 5 October 20266Maker product pageblog.acer.com/en/discussion/4564/5-must-buy-16-inch-laptops-from-acer-in-2026Read 8 October 2026Article explicitly states this exact model has two accessible DDR5 sockets and an open upgrade path. Soldered memory from another Acer model is not transferred.
Memory slots
AAcer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI PHN16-73-97FV (2025)
| Slot | Count | Occupied | Module size (GB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| CSODIMM | 2 | Yes | 8 |
Source1Maker product pagestore.acer.com/en-us/predator-helios-neo-16-ai-gaming-laptop-phn16-73-97fvRead 5 October 2026Exact maker publishes 16 GB and two sockets. Manufacturer-supplied exact retailer identity separately establishes two installed 8 GB clocked CSO-DIMM modules. Original same-model service guide confirms two replaceable modules and lists matching 8 GB parts with CKD. Ordinary SO-DIMM naming is not used for the installed clocked modules.3Owner's manualglobal-download.acer.com/GDFiles/Document/Lifecycle%20Ext.%20Guide/Lifecycle%20Ext.%20Guide_Acer_1.0_A_A.pdfRead 5 October 2026Original 97-page PHN16-73 Macan_ARX Lifecycle Extension Guide, April 10, 2025. Printed pages 1-14 to 1-15 remove the two separate replaceable DIMM modules. FRU page 1-70 lists 8 GB DDR5 modules with CKD. Exact retained retailer supplies two installed 8 GB CSO-DIMM classification rather than inheriting the guide screenshot 32 GB example.5Retailer pagecompsource.com/buy/NHU0UAA002/Acer-10Read 5 October 2026Exact narrative explicitly says Clocked Small Outline (CSO) DIMM dual-channel memory. Structured selected table says installed 2 x 8 GB, two occupied sockets and zero free. Source 6400 MHz wording is not converted to configured transfer rate without explicit units. Own service CKD parts corroborate clocked-module type.
BMSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWHG-060US
| Count | Occupied | Module size (GB) |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | Yes | 16 |
Source1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 2026Two slots, both occupied by 16 GB modules. The manual lists SO-DIMM sockets and optional CSO-DIMM sockets, so the exact socket type of this SKU is not proven and slot_type is left out.2Owner's manualdownload-2.msi.com/archive/mnu_exe/nb/MS-15M3_MS-15M4_v1.0_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026Printed page 2-16 lists 2 x SO-DIMM slots and optional 2 x CSO-DIMM slots. Exact 060US socket class is not proven.
RAM slots
2
2
Free RAM slots
0
0
Maximum supported RAM
Storage
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Installed storage
Storage type
Installed drive PCIe generation
41Maker product pagestore.acer.com/en-us/predator-helios-neo-16-ai-gaming-laptop-phn16-73-97fvRead 5 October 2026Exact retained installed 1 TB SSD interface is PCI Express NVMe 4.0. This does not prove the maximum generation of either physical slot.6Maker product pageblog.acer.com/en/discussion/4564/5-must-buy-16-inch-laptops-from-acer-in-2026Read 8 October 2026
Storage slots
AAcer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI PHN16-73-97FV (2025)
| Form factor | Interface | Count | Occupied |
|---|---|---|---|
| M.2 2280 | PCIe NVMe | 1 | Yes |
| M.2 2280 | PCIe NVMe | 1 | No |
Source3Owner's manualglobal-download.acer.com/GDFiles/Document/Lifecycle%20Ext.%20Guide/Lifecycle%20Ext.%20Guide_Acer_1.0_A_A.pdfRead 5 October 2026Printed 1-10 to 1-13 identify two distinct physical SSD sockets and remove both modules. FRU table identifies full-length M.2 2280 NVMe drives, separately from M.2 2230 wireless module. Exact retailer states one free PCIe M.2 slot with installed 1 TB SSD. One slot is occupied, one free. Maximum per-slot PCIe generation remains unproved and omitted.5Retailer pagecompsource.com/buy/NHU0UAA002/Acer-10Read 5 October 2026Exact selected narrative says 1 TB PCIe Gen4 SSD with one PCIe M.2 slot available. Original service establishes two physical 2280 sockets. Installed drive generation does not establish maximum slot capability.
BMSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWHG-060US
| Form factor | Interface | PCIe generation | Count | Occupied |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| M.2 2280 | PCIe NVMe | 4 | 1 | Yes |
| M.2 2280 | PCIe NVMe | 5 | 1 | No |
Source1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 20261x M.2 slot (NVMe PCIe Gen4) holds the installed drive. 1x M.2 slot (NVMe PCIe Gen5 compatible) is free. The sheet says to consult a service center for SSD upgrades. The manual gives the 2280 size for both slots.2Owner's manualdownload-2.msi.com/archive/mnu_exe/nb/MS-15M3_MS-15M4_v1.0_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026Printed page 2-16: 2 x M.2 2280 NVMe PCIe SSD slots.
M.2 slots
2
2
Free storage slots
1
1
Maximum slot PCIe generation
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5
Ports
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Ports
AAcer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI PHN16-73-97FV (2025)
| Type | Version | Count | Side | Maximum data rate (Gbps) | Thunderbolt or USB4 | DP Alt Mode | Maximum charging input (W) | Maximum peripheral power (W) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USB-A | USB 3.2 Gen 1 | 1 | Left | 5 | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| USB-A | USB 3.2 Gen 2 | 2 | Right | 10 | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| USB-C | Not available | 1 | Rear | 40 | Thunderbolt 4 | Yes | 100 | 15 |
| USB-C | USB 3.2 Gen 2 | 1 | Rear | 10 | Not available | Yes | 100 | 15 |
| HDMI | HDMI 2.1 | 1 | Rear | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| Ethernet (RJ45) | Not available | 1 | Left | 2.5 | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| microSD card | Not available | 1 | Left | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| 3.5 mm audio | Not available | 1 | Left | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| DC in | Not available | 1 | Rear | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
BMSI Vector 16 HX AI A2XWHG-060US
| Type | Version | Count | Side | Maximum data rate (Gbps) | Thunderbolt or USB4 | DP Alt Mode | Maximum charging input (W) | Maximum peripheral power (W) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USB-C | Thunderbolt 5 | 2 | Left | 80 | Thunderbolt 5 | Yes | 140 | 15 |
| USB-A | USB 3.2 Gen 2 | 2 | Right | 10 | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| HDMI | HDMI 2.1 | 1 | Rear | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| Ethernet (RJ45) | Not available | 1 | Rear | 2.5 | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| 3.5 mm audio | Not available | 1 | Right | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| SD card | SD Express | 1 | Left | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| DC in | Not available | 1 | Rear | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
Source1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 20262x Thunderbolt 5 (DisplayPort / Power Delivery 3.1), 2x Type-A USB 3.2 Gen 2, 1x HDMI 2.1 (8K at 60 Hz or 4K at 120 Hz), 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet, 1x SD Express card reader, 1x combo audio jack. Sides and the DC input come from the manual and the review.2Owner's manualdownload-2.msi.com/archive/mnu_exe/nb/MS-15M3_MS-15M4_v1.0_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026Right side figure (printed 2-7): two USB-A ports and the combo audio port. Left side (2-8): Thunderbolt USB-C ports with PD-in and the card reader. Rear (2-9): RJ-45, Kensington lock, HDMI and the power connector. Thunderbolt 5 up to 80 Gbps. Power Delivery input 65 to 140 W, and up to 5 V/3 A output (15 W). The text says PD input may be optionally supported when powered off.6Reviewstuff.co.za/2025/06/05/msi-vector-16-hx-ai-review-as-long-pluggedRead 15 October 2026Review of A2XWHG with Core Ultra 9 275HX and RTX 5070 Ti: two Thunderbolt 5 USB-C ports on the left, two USB-A 3.2 Gen 2 ports and a 3.5 mm combo jack on the right, an SD card reader, and DC input, one HDMI 2.1 and Ethernet at the rear. Matches the manual's side figures.
USB-C ports
2
2
Thunderbolt
Yes
Yes
Highest HDMI version
HDMI 2.1
HDMI 2.1
Card reader
Yes
Yes
Ethernet speed
2.5Gbps
2.5Gbps
Maximum USB-C charging input
100W
140W
Wireless
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Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi bands
Wi-Fi module
Bluetooth
Cellular
Not available
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Keyboard and touchpad
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Keyboard layouts
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Key switches
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Keyboard backlight
Numpad
Key travel
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Pointing stick
Not available
Touchpad size
Not available
Not available
Touchpad mechanism
Not available
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Camera and audio
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Webcam
IR face login
Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 2026The sheet lists an IR webcam. The manual says the IR camera module supports infrared facial recognition.2Owner's manualdownload-2.msi.com/archive/mnu_exe/nb/MS-15M3_MS-15M4_v1.0_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026Printed page 2-5: the webcam may be equipped with an IR camera module that supports infrared facial recognition. The 060US sheet confirms an IR webcam.
Webcam privacy
Not available
Built-in speaker drivers
21Maker product pagestore.acer.com/en-us/predator-helios-neo-16-ai-gaming-laptop-phn16-73-97fvRead 5 October 20263Owner's manualglobal-download.acer.com/GDFiles/Document/Lifecycle%20Ext.%20Guide/Lifecycle%20Ext.%20Guide_Acer_1.0_A_A.pdfRead 5 October 2026Complete interior and FRU table separately identify left and right physical speaker drivers, matching exact maker count 2.
Total speaker power
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Audio features
Microphones
32Owner's manualcontent.etilize.com/User-Manual/1086710295.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 14 screen view identifies two physical microphones under item 1 and a distinct third microphone under item 4. Service guide separately identifies the third microphone module. Total three, not beamforming channels.3Owner's manualglobal-download.acer.com/GDFiles/Document/Lifecycle%20Ext.%20Guide/Lifecycle%20Ext.%20Guide_Acer_1.0_A_A.pdfRead 5 October 2026Original teardown separately identifies third microphone module in addition to camera-area microphones. This agrees with full own-manual head diagram and exact retailer count 3.
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Battery and power
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Battery energy
90Wh3Owner's manualglobal-download.acer.com/GDFiles/Document/Lifecycle%20Ext.%20Guide/Lifecycle%20Ext.%20Guide_Acer_1.0_A_A.pdfRead 5 October 2026All listed exact PHN16-73 battery-pack alternatives are typical 90 Wh. Original February maker table also publishes 90 Wh. Source pack mAh/voltage alternatives are not mixed into a fabricated single pack.4Press releasenews.acer.com/acer-launches-new-predator-helios-neo-ai-gaming-laptops-with-next-gen-processors-and-gpusRead 8 October 2026Original PHN16-73 table states 90 Wh. Exact US store 5-hour headline lacks a test use-case, while DE 32 GB sheet binds 5 hours to video. No sibling runtime is inherited into the selected 16 GB reference.
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Adapter rated output
330W1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 2026330W Adaptor. The manual lists 280 W, 330 W and 400 W adapter options for the family.2Owner's manualdownload-2.msi.com/archive/mnu_exe/nb/MS-15M3_MS-15M4_v1.0_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026Manual lists 280 W, 330 W and 400 W adapter options. The 330 W adapter comes from the 060US sheet.
Laptop charging connector
Barrel2Owner's manualcontent.etilize.com/User-Manual/1086710295.pdfRead 5 October 2026Rear main DC-in jack is shown on page 20. Original service FRU adapters specify 5.5 mm barrel connector. USB-C is an alternative accepted input, not the documented main 330 W adapter connector.3Owner's manualglobal-download.acer.com/GDFiles/Document/Lifecycle%20Ext.%20Guide/Lifecycle%20Ext.%20Guide_Acer_1.0_A_A.pdfRead 5 October 2026Printed FRU page 1-72 lists main 330 W, 19.5 V adapters with 5.5 mm barrel connector. Recommended alternatives are not extra in-box adapters.
Charge 0 to 50 % (claimed)
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Cooling
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Fans
25Maker product pageth-store.msi.com/products/msi-vector-16-hx-ai-a2xwhg-253thRead 15 October 2026MSI Thailand store page for sibling A2XWHG-253TH, Cooler Boost 5 feature block: '2 Fans' and 'Up to 7 Heat Pipes'. The review of the exact A2XWHG also names two fans. The chassis is shared.6Reviewstuff.co.za/2025/06/05/msi-vector-16-hx-ai-review-as-long-pluggedRead 15 October 2026Review names two fans and heat pipes behind the vents.
Vapor chamber
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Power modes
AAcer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI PHN16-73-97FV (2025)
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Fingerprint
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TPM
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Remote management
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Security lock slot
Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/us/nb/Vector%2016%20HX%20AI%20A2XWHG-060US.pdfRead 15 October 2026Kensington Lock is listed in the Security row.2Owner's manualdownload-2.msi.com/archive/mnu_exe/nb/MS-15M3_MS-15M4_v1.0_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026Printed page 2-9 rear view.
Software
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Operating system
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Measured display
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HDR peak brightness (measured)
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sRGB coverage (measured)
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DCI-P3 coverage (measured)
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Colour accuracy (measured Delta E)
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PWM flicker found
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PWM frequency (measured)
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PWM at or below brightness
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Response black to white (measured)
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Response grey to grey (measured)
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Measured performance
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Cinebench 2024 single-core
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Cinebench 2024 multi-core
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Geekbench 6 single-core
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Geekbench 6 multi-core
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3DMark Time Spy graphics
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3DMark Steel Nomad
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SSD sequential read (measured)
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Game frame rates
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Measured noise and temperature
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Fan noise per mode
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Max fan noise
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Fan noise while gaming
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Top surface under load
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Bottom surface under load
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Palm rest under load
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CPU temperature in stress test
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CPU clock in stress test
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GPU temperature while gaming
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Measured battery and power
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Battery runtime per test
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Wi-Fi browsing runtime
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Video runtime
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Full charge time (measured)
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Power draw idle
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Power draw gaming
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Power draw max
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Sustained CPU power (measured)
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GPU power while gaming (measured)
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Weight (measured)
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Certifications
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Intel Evo
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Copilot+ PC
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Colour certifications
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ENERGY STAR
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EPEAT
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Other certifications
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In the box
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In the box
330 W AC power adapter, Power cord1Maker product pagestore.acer.com/en-us/predator-helios-neo-16-ai-gaming-laptop-phn16-73-97fvRead 5 October 2026Exact US original maker package explicitly includes power adapter and power cord. No unconfirmed regional backpack, mouse or extra service bundle is merged.
330 W AC adapter, AC power cord, Quick Start Guide2Owner's manualdownload-2.msi.com/archive/mnu_exe/nb/MS-15M3_MS-15M4_v1.0_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026Printed page 2-2 Unpacking: notebook, Quick Start Guide, AC adapter and AC power cord, optional carry bag. The 330 W rating comes from the 060US sheet. The optional carry bag is left out.
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Warranty
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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
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Product page
store.acer.com/en-us/predator-helios-neo-16-ai-gaming-laptop-phn16-73-97fv1Maker product pagestore.acer.com/en-us/predator-helios-neo-16-ai-gaming-laptop-phn16-73-97fvRead 5 October 2026
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Spec sheet
Manual
content.etilize.com/User-Manual/1086710295.pdf2Owner's manualcontent.etilize.com/User-Manual/1086710295.pdfRead 5 October 2026Unmodified original 110-page Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI/18 AI User Manual, May 2025 revision, covering PHN16-73 and PHN18-72. Downloaded normally from public document mirror and read relevant original hardware, charging, keyboard and mode sections. New PHN16-I71 and older PHN16-71 documents are excluded.
download-2.msi.com/archive/mnu_exe/nb/MS-15M3_MS-15M4_v1.0_English.pdf2Owner's manualdownload-2.msi.com/archive/mnu_exe/nb/MS-15M3_MS-15M4_v1.0_English.pdfRead 15 October 2026Original English user guide for the MS-15M3 and MS-15M4 chassis, version 1.0, December 2024. The MSI part number 9S7-15M352 of the A2XWHG family carries the 15M3 chassis code, and the manual specification table matches the 060US sheet (357.2 x 284.05 x 22.20-28.55 mm, 2.7 kg, Thunderbolt 5, 330 W adapter option). Specification table on printed page 2-16. The manual is generic for the chassis and lists options this SKU may not have.
EPREL registration number
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