Acer - Predator Neo Gaming Laptop- 16" OLED 2.5k-Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus 2026– NVIDIA RTX 5060- 16GB Memory - 1TB Storage - Obsidian Black
Model: PHN16S-I71-921L
SKU: 6681256
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With intuitive navigation, faster performance, and stronger security, Windows 11 is designed to elevate how you work and create. Its extensive ecosystem and continuous updates empower you to unlock your PC’s full potential.
Redefine immersion on a 16-inch WQXGA OLED display. A blistering 240Hz refresh rate and 0.2ms response time eliminate motion blur for a professional competitive edge. With VESA True Black HDR500 and 100% DCI-P3 color, experience breathtaking realism and deep, soulful blacks. Optimized by NVIDIA G-SYNC and Advanced Optimus, every frame is a distinct viewing delight—from high-speed chases to cinematic landscapes.
Dominate the most demanding titles with the Intel® Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus. Its 24-core architecture delivers lightning-fast response and rock-solid FPS. The Intel Binary Optimization Tool fine-tunes game code in real time, while Intel® AI Boost adds a smarter processing layer — keeping you faster, more efficient, and locked in without limits.
Not all RTX 5060 GPUs are built the same. The Helios Neo 16S runs on the enthusiast-grade silicon — delivering 3328 CUDA cores and 572 AI TOPS. Powered by NVIDIA Blackwell architecture with 4th-Gen RT Cores and 5th-Gen Tensor Cores, it drives cinematic ray tracing, DLSS 4.5 neural rendering, and pro-grade AI workloads at full 115W sustained power
Experience revolutionary gaming with NVIDIA DLSS. This AI-powered suite boosts FPS, reduces latency, and sharpens images. Optimized for GeForce RTX™ 50 Series laptops, DLSS 4.5 introduces Dynamic Multi Frame Generation and second-gen transformer models via fifth-gen Tensor Cores. Backed by an NVIDIA AI supercomputer, it delivers the ultimate high-performance experience for every gamer.
NVIDIA RTX is the most advanced platform for full ray tracing and neural rendering technologies that are revolutionizing the ways we play and create. Over 700 games and applications use RTX to deliver realistic graphics and incredibly fast performance with cutting edge AI features like DLSS Multi Frame Generation.
Experience lightning-fast responsiveness with 16GB of ultra-fast DDR5 memory. Engineered for peak efficiency, it ensures seamless multitasking across intense gaming, 4K video editing, and demanding professional workflows. Eliminate bottlenecks and enjoy a fluid, stutter-free experience no matter how many apps you have open. Stay at the speed of thought with a high-bandwidth memory architecture built for long-term stability and power.
Load games in an instant and store your entire library with 1TB of ultra-fast PCIe 4.0 NVMe storage. Delivering elite data throughput, this SSD eliminates long loading screens and provides the expansive capacity needed for intensive AAA titles and large creative projects. Experience a high-velocity system that moves as fast as you do, ensuring your files are always ready for action with pro-grade reliability.
Sustain peak performance in an ultra-slim 0.74" chassis with Liquid Metal thermal engineering. This advanced interface ensures superior heat transfer to support a verified 115W MGP without throttling. Power is managed by a precision-tuned dual-fan system: an all-metal 5th Gen AeroBlade 3D fan for the GPU and a high-velocity polymer fan for the CPU. Together, they create a quieter, frequency-separated acoustic profile.
High-performance gaming shouldn't be backbreaking. Weighing only 5.1 lbs. and measuring a slim 0.74", the Predator Helios Neo 16S delivers enthusiast-tier power in a frame designed for movement. Paired with a compact 230W adapter, it fits easily into your pack without sacrificing performance. Experience the ultimate lightweight advantage: a machine that’s as easy to carry to a tournament as it is to dominate one.
Stay ahead with the Predator Helios Neo 16S, featuring Killer DoubleShot Pro. By combining ultra-fast Wi-Fi 6E and E3100G 2.5G Ethernet, this system delivers intelligent traffic prioritization to ensure your gaming and streaming never stutters. Experience a high-velocity, professional-grade connection that eliminates lag, optimizes your bandwidth, and keeps you at the center of the action.
Maximize your command center with high-velocity I/O. Feature-packed with two USB-C ports supporting Thunderbolt 4, USB4®, and 100W Power Delivery. Expand your view via HDMI 2.1 with up to 10K resolution support. Complete with USB 3.2 Gen 2 (power-off charging) and a high-impedance audio jack, the Helios Neo 16S provides the versatile, built-in connections you need to dominate without the clutter of extra dongles.
Take total control with PredatorSense, your central hub for real-time monitoring, custom fan profiles, and 4-zone RGB personalization. Maximize productivity through Acer Intelligence Space, which unifies your AI tools for smarter gaming and creating. Enhanced by PurifiedView and PurifiedVoice, the Helios Neo 16S uses AI-driven noise cancellation and video optimization to ensure you always perform, and look, like a pro.
Get connected with 1 - Thunderbolt 4 Port (Up to 100W Power Delivery), 1 - USB Type-C Port USB 3.2 Gen 2 (up to 10 Gbps) DisplayPort 2.1 over USB Type-C & USB Charging (Up to 100W), 2 - USB 3.2 Gen 2 Ports (One Featuring Power-off Charging), 1 - USB 3.2 Gen 1 Port, 1 - USB 3.2 Gen 1 Port, 1 x HDMI™ 2.1 Port supporting 48 Gbps, 10K maximum resolution, Fixed Rate Link, 1 - 10/100/1000/2500 Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) port and 1 x Headphone/Speaker/Line-out Jack
4-Zone RGB Backlit Keyboard, Dual Fans with one Custom-Engineered 5th Gen AeroBlade 3D Metal Fan (89 blades at 0.08mm blade thickness), FHD IR Webcam (1920 x 1080) with Blue Glass supporting 1080 HD Video and Protective Sleeve Included
Play hundreds of PC games on Predator Helios Neo 16S with two months of PC Game Pass and get access to a library of legendary, high-quality games, get exclusive in-game perks, partner discounts, and earn points annually with Xbox Rewards.
Built at the extreme edge of Predator design, the ultra-slim Predator Helios Neo 16S AI delivers desktop-class power in a highly portable form factor. Powered by the new Intel® Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus processor and an NVIDIA® GeForce RTX 5060 graphics card with massive 572 AI TOPS horsepower, it guarantees rock-solid FPS and split-second responsiveness. Dominate the competition on a stunning 16-inch OLED 240Hz display, all kept reliably cool by 5th Gen AeroBlade 3D fan technology.