Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI (PHN16-73) vs Lenovo Legion Pro 5
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 is the better laptop on paper: it is better for gaming, has more memory and has an OLED screen. Pick the Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI only if it matters to you that it has a smoother screen.
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Key differences
- Gaming Lenovo Legion Pro 5 wins
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 is the one for gaming: its RTX 5070 Ti plays the latest games at very high settings, while the Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI with its RTX 5070 plays modern games at high settings.
- Memory Lenovo Legion Pro 5 wins
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 has 32 GB of memory against 16 GB, so it has more room for big projects and heavy multitasking.
- OLED screen Lenovo Legion Pro 5 wins
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 has an OLED screen, with true blacks and richer colour than the Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI's LCD.
- Smoothness Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI wins
The Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI's 240 Hz screen is smoother than the Lenovo Legion Pro 5's 165 Hz one, which shows in fast games.
- Weight Lenovo Legion Pro 5 wins
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 is 0.3 kg lighter: 2.42 kg against 2.7 kg.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI if…
- You play fast games: its 240 Hz screen keeps motion smooth.
- You're often away from a plug: it has the bigger battery (90 Wh).
- You plug things in: it has an SD card reader (for camera cards).
Choose the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 if…
- You play games: its RTX 5070 Ti plays the latest games at very high settings.
- You keep lots of tabs and apps open: 32 GB of memory gives it more room.
- You watch a lot of films and video, or edit photos: its OLED screen has true blacks and rich colour.
- You'll move it around the house or office: it's 0.3 kg lighter.
Full spec comparison
Add more laptopsThe Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI leads on ports and wireless, while the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 leads on performance. Highlighted values mark the better spec in each row, and you can hide the rows where they match.
Performance
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 is ahead on performance.
It is better for gaming and has more memory, and the Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI (PHN16-73) | Lenovo Legion Pro 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX | Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop |
| Graphics memory | 8 GB | 12 GB |
| Graphics power (TGP) | 115 W | 140 W |
| AI engine (NPU) | 13 TOPS | 13 TOPS |
| Memory (RAM) | 16 GB | 32 GB |
| Memory type | DDR5-6400 | DDR5-5600 |
| Maximum memory | 32 GB | 32 GB |
| Memory upgrades | — | Upgradeable (slots) |
| Storage | 1 TB | 1 TB |
| Storage type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage interface | PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 | PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe M.2 2242 |
| Storage slots | — | 2 |
Screen
Each laptop has its strengths on the screen.
The Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI has a smoother screen, while the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 has an OLED screen.
| Spec | Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI (PHN16-73) | Lenovo Legion Pro 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 16" | 16" |
| Resolution | 2.5K (2560 x 1600) | 2.5K (2560 x 1600) |
| Aspect ratio | 16:10 | 16:10 |
| Panel | IPS | OLED |
| Refresh rate | 240 Hz | 165 Hz |
| Variable refresh (VRR) | — | Yes |
| Brightness | — | 500 nits |
| Colour range | 100% DCI-P3 | 100% DCI-P3 |
| HDR | — | VESA DisplayHDR True Black 1000, Dolby Vision |
| Finish | Matte | Glossy |
| Touchscreen | No | No |
Battery and size
Each laptop has its strengths on battery and weight.
The Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI has a bigger battery and is slimmer, while the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 is lighter.
| Spec | Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI (PHN16-73) | Lenovo Legion Pro 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery life (maker claim) | Up to 8 hours | — |
| Battery capacity | 90 Wh | 80 Wh |
| Charger | 230 W | 300 W |
| Charges via | — | barrel (slim-tip rectangular DC-in) |
| Fast charging | — | Super Rapid Charge (no percentage or time stated) |
| Weight | 2.7 kg | 2.42 kg |
| Dimensions | 356.8 x 275.5 x 13.47-23.90 mm | 364.38 x 268.06 x 21.69-25.95 mm |
| Materials | — | Aluminium (top), PC-ABS (bottom) |
| Colour | Black | Eclipse Black |
| Colours available | — | Eclipse Black |
Ports and wireless
The Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI is ahead on ports and wireless.
It has an SD card reader and has Wi-Fi 6E, and the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI (PHN16-73) | Lenovo Legion Pro 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | 1x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 2, 2x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (1 of them Thunderbolt), 1x HDMI, 1x 5 Gigabit Ethernet RJ-45, 1x microSD | 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps), 1x USB-A 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps, always on), 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps, charging USB PD 65-100W, DisplayPort 2.1), 1x Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 (40Gbps, DisplayPort 2.1), 1x HDMI 2.1 (up to 8K/60Hz), 1x RJ-45 Ethernet, 1x 3.5 mm headphone/mic combo, 1x DC power (slim tip) |
| Thunderbolt / USB4 | Thunderbolt | Thunderbolt 4 |
| Card reader | microSD | None |
| Ethernet | 5 GbE RJ-45 | 1 GbE RJ-45 (100/1000M) |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Wi-Fi card | Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675i | — |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4 or above | Bluetooth 5.2 |
| Mobile data | None | None |
Features
Both have much the same extras.
From the keyboard to the webcam and login, there is little between them.
| Spec | Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI (PHN16-73) | Lenovo Legion Pro 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Webcam | — | 5MP with e-shutter |
| Webcam privacy | — | electronic shutter (E-shutter button) |
| Backlit keyboard | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard | RGB 4-zone backlight, PredatorSense key, Caps Lock and microphone mute indicators | 24-zone RGB backlit, English (UK), 100% anti-ghosting, 1.6 mm travel, swappable key cap set |
| Number pad | — | Yes |
| Touchpad | — | Buttonless Mylar surface, multi-touch, Precision TouchPad, 75 x 120 mm |
| Speakers | 2 speakers | 2x 2 W stereo, audio by HARMAN, Nahimic Audio |
| Microphones | Built-in microphone | 2x array |
| Pen | No | No |
| Security | Kensington lock, Firmware TPM | Firmware TPM 2.0, E-shutter |
Software and model
Both run Windows.
So the same apps work on both, and they get the same kind of updates.
| Spec | Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI (PHN16-73) | Lenovo Legion Pro 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Model number | NH.QX3EK.002 | 83LU0066UK |
| Released | 2025 | 2025 |