Acer Predator Helios 16 AI 2025 vs Asus Vivobook 18 M1807 Comparison

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Acer Predator Helios 16 AI 2025 vs Asus Vivobook 18 M1807 Comparison Overview

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In this review, we will be comparing Predator Helios 16 AI 2025 and Vivobook 18 M1807, two laptops from Acer and Asus. Acer Predator Helios 16 AI 2025 was introduced to market in January 2025 and Asus Vivobook 18 M1807 was launched in March 2025. There is only 2 months difference between Predator Helios 16 AI 2025 and Vivobook 18 M1807 so we are expecting this to be a fair comparison regarding age and technology level.

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Predator Helios 16 AI 2025 and Vivobook 18 M1807 are members of Asus's series of laptops. Below you can find the latest models from this series.

Acer Series History

	Release Date	Screen Size	Dimensions	Weight
Acer Aspire Go 15 AG15-71	August 2025	15.6"	362.9 x 237.5 x 19.9 mm	1.8 kg (3.97 lbs)
Acer Predator Triton 14 PT14-52	May 2025	14.0"	321.8 x 221 x 17.31 mm	1.6 kg (3.53 lbs)
Acer Predator Helios Neo 14 AI PHN14-71	May 2025	14.5"	323.9 x 254.7 x 20.8 mm	1.9 kg (4.19 lbs)
Acer Swift Go 14 AI OLED SFG14-75	May 2025	14.0"	312.4 x 227.4 x 9.7 mm	1.24 kg (2.73 lbs)
Acer Nitro Lite 16	April 2025	16.0"	362.2 x 248.47 x 22.9 mm	1.95 kg (4.3 lbs)
Acer Nitro 18 AI AN18-61	April 2025	18.0"	400.9 x 310.3 x 15.08-24.95 mm	3.02 kg (6.66 lbs)
Acer Nitro V 16S AI ANV16S-61	April 2025	16.0"	357.7 x 264 x 19.95 mm	2.1 kg (4.63 lbs)
Acer Nitro 16S AI AN16S-61	April 2025	16.0"	356.8 x 275.5 x 12.1-20.0 mm	2.18 kg (4.81 lbs)

Here is a brief look at the main features of Acer Predator Helios 16 AI 2025 and Asus Vivobook 18 M1807 before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Acer Predator Helios 16 AI 2025 Key Specs

Launched in January 2025
16.0" OLED, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX
GPU: GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop 12GB,GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop 12GB,GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop 16GB,GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop 24GB
16GB,32GB,64GB Ram
356.78 x 279.55 x 15.9-27.71 mm (14.05 x 11.01 x 0.63-1.09 inches)
Weight: 2.7 kg (5.95 lbs)

Asus Vivobook 18 M1807 Key Specs

Launched in March 2025
18.4" IPS LCD, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 260
GPU: Radeon 780M
16GB Ram
402.5 x 274.5 x 18.6-19.9 mm (15.85 x 10.81 x 0.73-0.78 inches)
Weight: 2.6 kg (5.73 lbs)

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how Predator Helios 16 AI 2025 and Vivobook 18 M1807 compares and decide which one is better for you.

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Reasons to choose Acer Predator Helios 16 AI 2025 over Asus Vivobook 18 M1807

Refresh Rate	240 Hz vs 144 Hz	Smoother media experience
Screen PPI	189 ppi vs 123 ppi	More pixels per inch
Screen Resolution	2560 x 1600 pixels vs 1920 x 1200 pixels	Higher pixel count screen
CPU Fabrication Process	3 nm vs 4 nm	Newer Generation CPU
GPU FLOPS	37.4 TFLOPS vs 4.1 TFLOPS	Dedicated GPU unit
GPU Type	Dedicated vs Integrated	Higher RAM potential
Max Total RAM	64 GB vs 32 GB	Better Sound capture
Number of Microphones	3 vs 2	More advanced Wi-fi connectivity
WiFi Standard	v7 vs v6E	More advanced Bluetooth connectivity
Bluetooth	v5.4 vs v5.3	Connect more device at the same time
Number of USB-A Ports	3x USB 3.2 vs 2x USB 3.2	Support audio, data, power and video all through one single port
Thunderbolt	v5 vs No	Connects to the local network via Ethernet RJ45
Ethernet RJ45 Port	Yes vs No	Read & Write SD Cards with the built-in reader
SD Card Reader	Yes vs No	Fast way to input numbers
Numeric Pad	Yes vs No

Reasons to choose Asus Vivobook 18 M1807 over Acer Predator Helios 16 AI 2025

Weight	2.60 kg vs 2.70 kg	0.1 kg lighter
Screen-to-Body Ratio	~88.8% vs ~74.4%	Larger screen area ratio
Side Bezel Thickness	3.1 mm vs 6.1 mm	3 mm thinner bezels
Display Size	18.4 inches vs 16 inches	Larger Screen Estate

Common Strengths of Asus Vivobook 18 M1807 and Acer Predator Helios 16 AI 2025

Launch Dates	January 2025 vs March 2025	Both laptops are recent models
Screen Coating	Matte vs Matte	Less reflections on the screen
Fast Charging Support	Yes vs Yes	Charge the battery in a shorter time
Upgradable RAM	Yes vs Yes	Option to increase the RAM size
RAM Type	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x) vs PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)	Fast RAM type
Upgradable Storage	Yes vs Yes	Option to increase the Storage size
SSD Type	NVMe vs NVMe	Faster Data Transfers
HDMI Output	1x HDMI 2.1 vs 1x HDMI 2.1	Connect to External Displays via HDMI cable
VGA Output	No vs No	Connect to External Displays via VGA cable
Keyboard Backlight	Yes vs Yes	Easily see the keys under low light

Common Weaknesses of Asus Vivobook 18 M1807 and Acer Predator Helios 16 AI 2025

Touchscreen Capability	No vs No	No Touchscreen Capability
Fingerprint Sensor	No vs No	No fingerprint login feature

Acer Predator Helios 16 AI 2025 vs Asus Vivobook 18 M1807: Physical Specs Comparison

In this section, we will be comparing the physical specifications and body features of the Acer Predator Helios 16 AI 2025 and the Asus Vivobook 18 M1807.

Physical Specs
Weight	2.7 kg (5.95 lbs)	2.6 kg (5.73 lbs)
Surface Area	997 cm2 (154.7 inches2)	1105 cm2 (171.3 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio	~74.4%	~88.8%
Side Bezel Thickness	~6.1 mm	~3.1 mm
Weight per Inch of Screen	0.17 kg/inch	0.14 kg/inch
	0.374 lbs/inch	0.308 lbs/inch
Colors	Black	Blue

Comparison of the Acer Predator Helios 16 AI 2025 and the Asus Vivobook 18 M1807 External Dimensions

Weight

Predator Helios 16 AI 2025 weighs 2.7 kg (5.95 lbs), whereas the Vivobook 18 M1807 weighs 2.6 kg (5.73 lbs). There is a notable difference in weight between these two laptops. However, it's important to consider that comparing their weights directly may not provide a complete picture since they also have different display sizes.

Weight Comparison

Acer Predator Helios 16 AI 2025

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

Asus Vivobook 18 M1807

Avg: larger than 17.0"

Thickness Comparison

Acer Predator Helios 16 AI 2025

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

Asus Vivobook 18 M1807

Avg: larger than 17.0"

Another value that we use for comparing the weights of the laptops is the Weight per Inch of Screen, which is calculated by dividing the total weight of the model with its usable diagonal screen size. This value for the Acer Predator Helios 16 AI 2025 is 0.17 kg/inch.In comparison, this value for the Asus Vivobook 18 M1807 is 0.14 kg/inch.Here are some of the best performing laptops in this area:

Microsoft Surface Go 4: 0.05 kg/inch
LG Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407: 0.06 kg/inch
Microsoft Surface Pro 12: 0.06 kg/inch
Dell Latitude 7330: 0.07 kg/inch
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2: 0.07 kg/inch
LG Gram 14 2022: 0.07 kg/inch

Acer Predator Helios 16 AI 2025 vs Asus Vivobook 18 M1807: Internals (CPU, GPU, RAM, Battery, SSD, etc.) Comparison

CPU Comparison

CPU Model	Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX	AMD Ryzen 7 260
Base Frequency	2.7 GHz	3.8 GHz
Turbo Frequency	5.4 GHz	5.1 GHz
Number of Cores	Arc Graphics (4-	8
Number of Threads	24	16
L3 Cache	36 MB	16 MB
Integrated GPU	Arc Graphics (4-Cores)	Radeon 780M
CPU Fabrication Process	3 nm	4 nm

Above you can see the CPU options and the CineBench and GeekBench test scores for both laptops, which gives an idea about what kind of performance difference you may experience between the Acer Predator Helios 16 AI 2025 and Asus Vivobook 18 M1807.

You may also read reviews of latest laptops with the same CPUs and compare them:

Laptops with: Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX

Laptops with: AMD Ryzen 7 260

GPU Comparison

GPU Model	GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop 12GB GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop 12GB GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop 16GB GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop 24GB	Radeon 780M
TGP (Total Graphics Power)	170 W	15 W
Nvidia Optimus	MUX
Type	Dedicated	Integrated
FLOPS	37.4 TFLOPS	4.1 TFLOPS
Memory Size	12 GB	System Shared
Memory Type	GDDR7	DDR5
Memory Bus	128 bit
Memory Speed	~28 Gbps	5.6 Gbps
Shading Units Cores	4608	768
TMUs	144	48
ROPs	48	32

GPU is as critical as the CPU for graphic heavy applications and the table above gives a picture of how the two GPU compares. FLOPS is a measure of a GPU's performance based on the number of floating-point arithmetic calculations that the processor can perform within a second. Acer Predator Helios 16 AI 2025 has a FLOPS value of 37.4 TFLOPS whereas the Asus Vivobook 18 M1807 ' has a FLOPS value of 4.1 TFLOPS. If graphical performance of the laptop is important for your use type, the Asus Vivobook 18 M1807 may be the better choice between these two setups.

RAM Comparison

RAM	16GB 32GB 64GB	16GB 32GB
Memory Bus	2x8 GB	1x16 GB
RAM Clock	6400 MHz	5600 MHz
RAM Type	DDR5	DDR5
Upgradable	Yes	Yes
Max RAM Size	64 GB	32 GB
Total Slots	2	1
Memory Bus	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)

Both laptops, the Predator Helios 16 AI 2025 and the Vivobook 18 M1807, come with similar RAM capacities of 16 GB, providing comparable performance in memory-intensive tasks.

LOCAL LLM Compatibility Evaluation

This quick guide shows what types of large language models (LLMs) each of these laptops could support, based on their respective hardware specifications. It's meant to help you compare their suitability for running AI models locally.

LLM Category	Acer Predator Helios 16 AI (2025)	Asus Vivobook 18 (M1807)
Small Models(1-3B):Examples: Phi-2, Qwen-1.8B	✔ Run smoothly.	✔ Run smoothly.
Medium Models(7-8B):Examples: Mistral-7B, Qwen-7B	✔ Good performance.	✔ Good performance.
Large Models(13-30B):Examples: Mixtral, Qwen-14B	⚠ Can run using CPU + RAM fallback. Expect slower performance.	✖ Not supported.
Extra-Large Models(65B+):Examples: LLaMA2-70B, Qwen1.5-72B	⚠ Possible with CPU + RAM fallback using quantized models.	✖ Not supported on most systems. Requires high-end GPU or advanced setup.

Note: Optimized (e.g., 4-bit) models may run on limited hardware. Performance depends on runtime and setup.

📌 MoE Models: Some models like Mixtral 8x7B and Qwen3-30B-A3B use a Mixture of Experts (MoE) design, activating only part of the model during inference. This means they can often run efficiently on laptops with 12–16 GB of VRAM when quantized.

BATTERY

BATTERY	90 Wh	0 Wh
Battery Type	Li-Ion	Li-Ion
Replaceable	No	No
Fast Charging	Yes	Yes
Charging Port Position	Bottom	Left
Charge Power	330 W	65 W

Moreover, the Predator Helios 16 AI 2025 boasts a larger battery capacity of 90 Wh, offering extended usage time compared to the Vivobook 18 M1807's70 Wh.

Battery Comparison

Acer Predator Helios 16 AI 2025

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

Asus Vivobook 18 M1807

Avg: larger than 17.0"

STORAGE
With a larger storage capacity up to 4 TB, the Predator Helios 16 AI 2025 provides more space for storing files and applications compared to the Vivobook 18 M1807's max. storage capacity of 1 TB.

Storage Options	1 TB, 2 TB, 4 TB	256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB
Upgradable	Yes	Yes
Total Slots	2	1
Storage type	SSD (M2)	SSD (M2)
NVMe	Yes	Yes

If your budget allows, we recommend opting for the largest possible disk size, considering the potential increase in storage capacity needs in the future. However, please keep in mind the question 'What will the laptop be used for?' when making this decision. Of course, you can later upgrade the hard disk capacity by getting a larger disk. However, if your laptop has only one disk slot, it may not be as straightforward as a RAM upgrade, where you simply add or replace a module, as moving or cloning files to a new disk may be necessary.

Acer Predator Helios 16 AI 2025 vs Asus Vivobook 18 M1807: Display Comparison

The display is an essential aspect to consider when comparing the Acer Predator Helios 16 AI 2025 and Asus Vivobook 18 M1807 since its is the component that you interact the most and significantly impact the experience.

Screen Area and Dimensions

Now let's look at the comparison of the actual display areas of both laptops below, keeping the bezels around the screens out of the equation. Predator Helios 16 AI 2025 has a display size of 16.0".On the other hand, Vivobook 18 M1807 has a larger18.4" display.The total usable screen area of the Predator Helios 16 AI 2025 is 742cm² / 115inch² whereas the Vivobook 18 M1807's total usable screen area is 982cm² / 152inch².

PPI (Pixels per Inch)
Additionally, the Predator Helios 16 AI 2025 features a higher pixel density with 189 pixels per inch (PPI), ensuring sharper image details.

Screen PPI (Pixels Per Inch) Comparison

Acer Predator Helios 16 AI 2025

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

Asus Vivobook 18 M1807

Avg: larger than 17.0"

Refresh Rate
The Predator Helios 16 AI 2025 offers a higher refresh rate of 240 Hz, resulting in smoother motion and improved visual experience.

Acer Predator Helios 16 AI 2025 vs Asus Vivobook 18 M1807 Connectivity Comparison

In terms of connectivity,

Wifi
Predator Helios 16 AI 2025 features a more advanced Wi-Fi standard v7, providing faster and more reliable wireless connections compared to Vivobook 18 M1807 (v6E).

Below, you'll find a Wi-Fi Versions Table, along with their release dates and speeds, to provide a brief overview of its development.

Wi-Fi Versions and Speeds

Standard	Speed	Release Date	Network	Frequency Bands (GHz)
Wi-Fi 7	up to 40 Gbps (5 GB/s)	2023	802.11be	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6E	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2020	802.11ax	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2019	802.11ax	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 5	up to 6.93 Gbps (866.25 MB/s)	2014	802.11ac	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 4	up to 600 Mbps (75 MB/s)	2009	802.11n	2.4, 5

* Please note that the provided transfer rates are maximum theoretical values, and real-life performance may vary based on environmental factors.

USB
Both Predator Helios 16 AI 2025 and Vivobook 18 M1807 have USB-A ports. Predator Helios 16 AI 2025 has 3x USB 3.2 USB-A ports, while Vivobook 18 M1807 has 2x USB 3.2 USB-A ports.
Both Predator Helios 16 AI 2025 and Vivobook 18 M1807 feature 2x USB 4.0 USB Type-C ports.

Below, you'll find a table of USB ports, along with their release dates and speeds.
To mitigate the confusion caused by generation names, the USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) suggests using marketing names like USB 5Gbps, USB 10Gbps, and so forth, based on their respective transfer rates.

USB Type and Speeds

USB Type	Version	Speed	Date	Other Features/Explanations
USB4	Gen 4 (2.0)	80 Gbps	2022	Also known as USB 80Gbps
USB4	Gen 3×2	40 Gbps	2019	Also known as USB 40Gbps
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2x2	20 Gbps	2019	Double the data transfer rates of Gen 2
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.1
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.0
USB 3.1	3.1 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2013	Faster data transfer rates
USB 3.0	3.1 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2010	SuperSpeed USB, improved data transfer rates
USB 2.0	2.0	480 Mbps	2000	High-speed data transfer
USB 1.0	1.0	1.5 Mbps	1996	Original USB standard

Thunderbolt
Predator Helios 16 AI 2025 is equipped with Thunderbolt 5 port. Vivobook 18 M1807 does not have Thunderbolt port.

HDMI
Both Predator Helios 16 AI 2025 and Vivobook 18 M1807 feature an HDMI port (1x HDMI 2.1) for connecting to external monitors.

Below, you'll find a comparison table detailing different HDMI versions, including their bandwidth, color depth, maximum resolution, and release dates. This information can be helpful in understanding the capabilities of each HDMI version and choosing the most suitable one for your needs.

HDMI Comparison Table

HDMI Version	Maximum Resolution	Bandwidth (Gbps)	Color Depth (bits)	Release Date
HDMI 2.1-2.1b	7680 x 4320 *(8K)* @ 60p 3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 120p	48.0	48	2017
HDMI 2.0-2.0b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 60p	18.0	48	2013
HDMI 1.4-1.4b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 30p	10.2	48	2009
HDMI 1.3-1.3a	2560 x 1440 @ 60p	10.2	48	2006
HDMI 1.0-1.2a	1920 x 1200 @ 60p	4.95	24	2002

* Please note that the provided resolution values represent the maximum supported resolution, and actual display quality may depend on other factors such as source content and connected devices.

SD Card Reader
Predator Helios 16 AI 2025 is equipped with an SD Card Reader for easy access to memory cards. Vivobook 18 M1807 does not have an SD Card Reader.

Audio Jack
Both Predator Helios 16 AI 2025 and Vivobook 18 M1807 are equipped with a 3.5mm Audio Jack, providing seamless connection to headphones and speakers.

To summarize the connectivity and ports details, please refer to the table below to see them listed.

Connectivity and Ports
WiFi Standard (latest: v7)	v7	v6E
Bluetooth (latest: v5.4)	v5.4	v5.3
USB-A (latest: 3.2)	3x USB 3.2	2x USB 3.2
USB Type-C (latest: USB4 2.0)	2x USB 4.0	2x USB 4.0
Thunderbolt (latest: 5)	Thunderbolt 5	No
HDMI (latest: 2.1)	1x HDMI 2.1	1x HDMI 2.1
Display Port (latest: v2.0)	No	No
VGA	No	No
Fingerprint Sensor	No	No
Optical Drive	No	No
Audio Jack 3.5mm	Yes	Yes
Ethernet RJ45	Yes	No
SD CardReader	Yes	No
Proprietary Charging Port	Yes	No