Acer Predator Helios Neo 14 PHN14-51 vs HP Omnibook X 14 Comparison

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Acer Predator Helios Neo 14 PHN14-51 vs HP Omnibook X 14 Comparison Overview

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In this review, we will be comparing Predator Helios Neo 14 PHN14-51 and Omnibook X 14, two laptops from Acer and HP. Acer Predator Helios Neo 14 PHN14-51 was introduced to market in April 2024 and HP Omnibook X 14 was launched in May 2024. There is only 1 months difference between Predator Helios Neo 14 PHN14-51 and Omnibook X 14 so we are expecting this to be a fair comparison regarding age and technology level.

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Here is a brief look at the main features of Acer Predator Helios Neo 14 PHN14-51 and HP Omnibook X 14 before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Acer Predator Helios Neo 14 PHN14-51 Key Specs

Launched in April 2024
14.5" IPS LCD, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core Ultra 5 125H
GPU: GeForce RTX 4050 Mobile 6GB
16GB Ram
324.12 x 255.35 x 19.52-20.9 mm (12.76 x 10.05 x 0.77-0.82 inches)
Weight: 1.9 kg (4.19 lbs)

HP Omnibook X 14 Key Specs

Launched in May 2024
14.0" Touchscreen - IPS LCD, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite
GPU: Qualcomm Adreno
16GB Ram
312.9 x 223.5 x 14.4 mm (12.32 x 8.8 x 0.57 inches)
Weight: 1.34 kg (2.95 lbs)

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how Predator Helios Neo 14 PHN14-51 and Omnibook X 14 compares and decide which one is better for you.

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Reasons to choose Acer Predator Helios Neo 14 PHN14-51 over HP Omnibook X 14

Display Size	14.5 inches vs 14 inches	Larger Screen Estate
Refresh Rate	120 Hz vs 60 Hz	Smoother media experience
Screen Type	Matte vs Glossy	potentially less reflections on screen
Max Brightness	500 nits vs 300 nits	Brighter Screen
GPU FLOPS	6.8-9.5 TFLOPS vs 3.80 TFLOPS	Dedicated GPU unit
GPU Type	Dedicated vs Integrated	Connect more device at the same time
Number of USB-A Ports	2x USB 3.2 vs 1x USB 3.2	Support audio, data, power and video all through one single port
Thunderbolt	v4 vs No	Connect to external monitors directly via HDMI cable
HDMI Port	1x HDMI 2.1 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 HP Omnibook X 14 over Acer Predator Helios Neo 14 PHN14-51

Weight	1.34 kg vs 1.90 kg	0.56 kg lighter
Screen-to-Body Ratio	~81.3% vs ~73.7%	Larger screen area ratio
Side Bezel Thickness	5.7 mm vs 5.9 mm	0.2 mm thinner bezels
Screen PPI	189 ppi vs 156 ppi	More pixels per inch
Touch Screen	Yes vs No	Interact with your fingers
Screen Resolution	2240 x 1400 pixels vs 1920 x 1200 pixels	Higher pixel count screen
CPU Fabrication Process	4 nm vs 7 nm	Newer Generation CPU
Number of Microphones	2 vs 1	Better Sound capture
WiFi Standard	v7 vs v6E	More advanced Wi-fi connectivity
Bluetooth	v5.4 vs v5.3	More advanced Bluetooth connectivity
Webcam Resolution	2560 x 1440 vs 1280 x 720	Higher Resolution Camera
USB-C Port Type	v4.0 vs v3.2	Faster USB-C connection

Common Strengths of HP Omnibook X 14 and Acer Predator Helios Neo 14 PHN14-51

Launch Dates	April 2024 vs May 2024	Both laptops are recent models
Fast Charging Support	Yes vs Yes	Charge the battery in a shorter time
USB Power Delivery	Yes vs Yes	Charging via USB port gives flexibility
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
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 HP Omnibook X 14 and Acer Predator Helios Neo 14 PHN14-51

HDR Support	No vs No	No HDR Support
Upgradable RAM	No vs No	No Option to increase the RAM size
Fingerprint Sensor	No vs No	No fingerprint login feature

Acer Predator Helios Neo 14 PHN14-51 vs HP Omnibook X 14: Physical Specs Comparison

In this section, we will be comparing the physical specifications and body features of the Acer Predator Helios Neo 14 PHN14-51 and the HP Omnibook X 14.

Physical Specs
Weight	1.9 kg (4.19 lbs)	1.34 kg (2.95 lbs)
Surface Area	828 cm2 (128.2 inches2)	699 cm2 (108.4 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio	~73.7%	~81.3%
Side Bezel Thickness	~5.9 mm	~5.7 mm
Weight per Inch of Screen	0.13 kg/inch	0.10 kg/inch
	0.286 lbs/inch	0.22 lbs/inch
Colors	Black	White, Silver

Comparison of the Acer Predator Helios Neo 14 PHN14-51 and the HP Omnibook X 14 External Dimensions

Weight

Predator Helios Neo 14 PHN14-51 weighs 1.9 kg (4.19 lbs), whereas the Omnibook X 14 weighs 1.34 kg (2.95 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

Displays size 14.0-14.9 inches

Acer Predator Helios Neo 14 PHN14-51 1.90 kg

HP Omnibook X 14 1.34 kg

Min 0.88 kg

Average 1.42 kg

Max 2.19 kg

Thickness Comparison

Displays size 14.0-14.9 inches

Acer Predator Helios Neo 14 PHN14-51 20.90 mm

HP Omnibook X 14 14.40 mm

Min 8.40 mm

Average 17.12 mm

Max 32.50 mm

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 Neo 14 PHN14-51 is 0.13 kg/inch.In comparison, this value for the HP Omnibook X 14 is 0.10 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
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
LG Gram 14 2-in-1 2022: 0.07 kg/inch

Acer Predator Helios Neo 14 PHN14-51 vs HP Omnibook X 14: Internals (CPU, GPU, RAM, Battery, SSD, etc.) Comparison

CPU Comparison

CPU Model	Intel Core Ultra 5 125H Intel Core Ultra 7 155H Intel Core Ultra 9 185H	Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite
Base Frequency	1.2 GHz	3.4 GHz
Turbo Frequency	4.5 GHz
Number of Cores	Arc Graphics (7-	12
Number of Threads	18	12
L3 Cache	18 MB
Integrated GPU	Arc Graphics (7-Cores)	Adreno
CPU Fabrication Process	7 nm	4 nm
Cinebench 23 (Single)	1726	1682
Cinebench 23 (Multi)	14856	14583

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 Neo 14 PHN14-51 and HP Omnibook X 14.

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

Laptops with: Intel Core Ultra 5 125H

Laptops with: Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite

GPU Comparison

GPU Model	GeForce RTX 4050 Mobile 6GB GeForce RTX 4060 Mobile 8GB GeForce RTX 4070 Mobile 6GB	undefined
Base Clock Frequency	1455 MHz	900 MHz
Boost CLock Frequency	1755 MHz
TGP (Total Graphics Power)	50 W
Nvidia Optimus	Yes, Advanced Optimus
Type	Dedicated	Integrated
FLOPS	8.986 TFLOPS	3.80 TFLOPS
Memory Size	6 GB	System Shared
Memory Type	GDDR6	LPDDR5X
Memory Bus	96 bit
Memory Speed	2000 MHz 16 Gbps effective
Shading Units Cores	2560
TMUs	80
ROPs	48

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 Neo 14 PHN14-51 has a FLOPS value of 6.8-9.5 TFLOPS whereas the HP Omnibook X 14 ' has a FLOPS value of 3.80 TFLOPS. If graphical performance of the laptop is important for your use type, the Acer Predator Helios Neo 14 PHN14-51 may be the better choice between these two setups.

RAM Comparison

RAM	16GB 32GB	16GB 32GB
Memory Bus	2x8 GB	2x8 GB
RAM Clock	7467 MHz	8448 MHz
RAM Type	LPDDR5X	LPDDR5X
Upgradable	No	No
Memory Bus	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)

Both laptops, the Predator Helios Neo 14 PHN14-51 and the Omnibook X 14, 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 Neo 14 (PHN14-51)	HP Omnibook X 14
Small Models(1-3B):Examples: Phi-2, Qwen-1.8B	✔ Run smoothly.	✔ Run smoothly.
Medium Models(7-8B):Examples: Mistral-7B, Qwen-7B	✖ Not supported.	✔ Good performance.
Large Models(13-30B):Examples: Mixtral, Qwen-14B	✖ Not supported.	✖ Not supported.
Extra-Large Models(65B+):Examples: LLaMA2-70B, Qwen1.5-72B	✖ Not supported on most systems. Requires high-end GPU or advanced setup.	✖ 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	76 Wh	59 Wh
Battery Type	Li-Ion	Li-Po
Replaceable	No	No
Fast Charging	No	No
USB Power Delivery	Yes	Yes
Charging Port Position	Left	Left
Charge Power	230 W	65 W

Moreover, the Predator Helios Neo 14 PHN14-51 boasts a larger battery capacity of 76 Wh, offering extended usage time compared to the Omnibook X 14's59 Wh.

Battery Comparison

Displays size 14.0-14.9 inches

Acer Predator Helios Neo 14 PHN14-51 76 Wh

HP Omnibook X 14 59 Wh

Min 32.00 Wh

Average 55.79 Wh

Max 90.00 Wh

STORAGE
With a larger storage capacity up to 2 TB, the Predator Helios Neo 14 PHN14-51 provides more space for storing files and applications compared to the Omnibook X 14's max. storage capacity of 1 TB.

Storage Options	512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB	512 GB, 1 TB
Upgradable	Yes	Yes
Total Slots	1	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 Neo 14 PHN14-51 vs HP Omnibook X 14: Display Comparison

The display is an essential aspect to consider when comparing the Acer Predator Helios Neo 14 PHN14-51 and HP Omnibook X 14 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 Neo 14 PHN14-51 has a display size of 14.5".On the other hand, Omnibook X 14 has a smaller 14.0" display.The total usable screen area of the Predator Helios Neo 14 PHN14-51 is 610cm² / 94inch² whereas the Omnibook X 14's total usable screen area is 568cm² / 88inch².

PPI (Pixels per Inch)
Additionally, the Omnibook X 14 features a higher pixel density with 189 pixels per inch (PPI), ensuring sharper image details.

Screen PPI (Pixels Per Inch) Comparison

Displays size 14.0-14.9 inches

Acer Predator Helios Neo 14 PHN14-51 156 ppi

HP Omnibook X 14 189 ppi

Min 112 PPI

Average 173 PPI

Max 323.00 PPI

Refresh Rate
The Predator Helios Neo 14 PHN14-51 offers a higher refresh rate of 120 Hz, resulting in smoother motion and improved visual experience.

Brightness
The Predator Helios Neo 14 PHN14-51 offers a higher maximum brightness of 500 nits, delivering a brighter screen.

Brightness Comparison

Displays size 14.0-14.9 inches

Acer Predator Helios Neo 14 PHN14-51 500 nits

HP Omnibook X 14 300 nits

Min

200 nits

Average 383 nits

Max 1200.00 nits

Acer Predator Helios Neo 14 PHN14-51 vs HP Omnibook X 14 Connectivity Comparison

In terms of connectivity,

Wifi
Omnibook X 14 features a more advanced Wi-Fi standard v7, providing faster and more reliable wireless connections compared to Predator Helios Neo 14 PHN14-51 (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 Neo 14 PHN14-51 and Omnibook X 14 have USB-A ports. Predator Helios Neo 14 PHN14-51 has 2x USB 3.2 USB-A ports, while Omnibook X 14 has 1x USB 3.2 USB-A ports.
Both Predator Helios Neo 14 PHN14-51 and Omnibook X 14 have USB Type-C ports. Predator Helios Neo 14 PHN14-51 has 2x USB 3.2 USB Type-C ports, while Omnibook X 14 has 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 Neo 14 PHN14-51 is equipped with Thunderbolt 4 port. Omnibook X 14 does not have Thunderbolt port.

HDMI
Predator Helios Neo 14 PHN14-51 features an HDMI port (1x HDMI 2.1) for connecting to external monitors. Omnibook X 14 does not have an HDMI port.

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 Neo 14 PHN14-51 is equipped with an SD Card Reader for easy access to memory cards. Omnibook X 14 does not have an SD Card Reader.

Audio Jack
Both Predator Helios Neo 14 PHN14-51 and Omnibook X 14 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)	v6E	v7
Bluetooth (latest: v5.4)	v5.3	v5.4
USB-A (latest: 3.2)	2x USB 3.2	1x USB 3.2
USB Type-C (latest: USB4 2.0)	2x USB 3.2	2x USB 4.0
Thunderbolt (latest: 4)	Thunderbolt 4	No
HDMI (latest: 2.1)	1x HDMI 2.1	No
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	No	No
SD CardReader	Yes	No
Proprietary Charging Port	Yes	No