UAE Price
AED 6,799
India Price
₹1,74,990
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Laptop · Acer · 2023
The Acer Predator Helios 16 PH16-72 (Predator Helios 16 2024 Series) 2TB / 64GB is Acer's 2023 laptop featuring a height x width x depth (in mm): 29.6 x 357.8 x 277.6 ( = 1.17 x 14.09 x 10.93 in) display, the Intel Core i9-14900HX 24c/32t, 8 x 5.8 GHz Intel Raptor Cove P-Core, 16 x 4.1 GHz Intel Gracemont E-Core, Raptor Lake-HX Refresh chipset. At AED 6,799 in the UAE and ₹1,74,990 in India, it sits firmly in the flagship tier.
The Acer Predator Helios 16 PH16-72 excels with its Intel Core i9-14900HX and RTX 4080 12GB GPU, delivering sustained 175W performance for 4K gaming and AI rendering. The 32GB DDR5-5600 RAM ensures smooth multitasking, while the 90Wh battery supports 5–6 hours under light loads—unusual for this class. It targets professionals running Blender, Unreal Engine, or heavy data workflows who need desktop-class power in a portable form. The Wi-Fi 7 and dual Thunderbolt 4 ports offer future-proof connectivity, and the 2TB SSD delivers fast load times. However, thermals throttle under prolonged 100% CPU/GPU loads, causing noise and performance dips. At AED 6799 in UAE, it’s good value because the RTX 4080 and i9-14900HX are rare below AED 7500. In India at ₹174990, it’s overpriced—competitors like ASUS ROG Zephyrus G16 offer similar specs for ₹155000 with better cooling.
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| Battery | 90 Wh Lithium-Ion, 4-cell |
| Camera | Primary Camera: 2 MPix |
| Connections | 1 USB 3.0 / 3.1 Gen1, 2 USB 3.1 Gen2, 2 Thunderbolt, USB-C Power Delivery (PD), 1 HDMI, Audio Connections: 3.5mm, Card Reader: microSD |
| Networking | Killer E3000 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Controller (10/100/1000/2500MBit/s), Intel Killer Wi-Fi 7 BE1750x BE200NGW (a/b/g/h/n = Wi-Fi 4/ac = Wi-Fi 5/ax = Wi-Fi 6/ Wi-Fi 6E 6 GHz be = Wi-Fi 7), Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Size | height x width x depth (in mm): 29.6 x 357.8 x 277.6 ( = 1.17 x 14.09 x 10.93 in) |
| Weight | 2.7 kg ( = 95.24 oz / 5.95 pounds), Power Supply: 950 g ( = 33.51 oz / 2.09 pounds) |
| Display | 16.00 inch 16:10, 2560 x 1600 pixel 189 PPI, AUO43A8, IPS, glossy: no, 240 Hz |
| Graphics adapter | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 Laptop GPU - 12 GB VRAM, Core: 1930 MHz, 175 W TDP, GDDR6 |
| Memory | 32 GB , 2 x 16 GB DDR5-5600 SK Hynix |
| Storage | 2048 |
| Mainboard | Intel HM770 (Raptor Lake-S PCH) |
| Soundcard | Intel Raptor Lake-P/U/H PCH - cAVS |
| Additional features | Speakers: Stereo, Keyboard: Chiclet, Keyboard Light: yes, 24 Months Warranty |
| Links | Acer homepageAcer notebook section |
| Processor | Intel Core i9-14900HX 24c/32t, 8 x 5.8 GHz Intel Raptor Cove P-Core, 16 x 4.1 GHz Intel Gracemont E-Core, Raptor Lake-HX Refresh |
| Operating System | Microsoft Windows 11 Home |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
Common questions about the Predator Helios 16 (2023).
It remains a strong value in 2026 for gamers and creators needing high-end performance and massive storage, as its hardware will still handle demanding tasks efficiently. Its 2024 release ensures good software support and resale value compared to older models.
The Acer Predator Helios 16 PH16-72 is priced at AED 6799 in the UAE. It is widely available through authorized retailers and major electronics stores across the country.
The Acer Predator Helios 16 PH16-72 is priced at ₹174990 in India. It is available through official Acer channels and leading online electronics retailers.
The integrated camera delivers 720p HD video quality suitable for basic video calls and streaming. It performs adequately in well-lit environments but lacks advanced features like low-light optimization.
The battery lasts up to 5 hours under light usage like web browsing and document work. It is not designed for extended unplugged gaming or heavy productivity tasks.
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