Dell 15 vs Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S AI Comparison

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Dell 15 vs Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S AI Comparison Overview

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In this review, we will be comparing 15 and Predator Helios Neo 16S AI, two laptops from Dell and Acer. Dell 15 was introduced to market in June 2025 and Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S AI was launched in February 2025. There is only 4 months difference between 15 and Predator Helios Neo 16S AI so we are expecting this to be a fair comparison regarding age and technology level.

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15 and Predator Helios Neo 16S AI are members of Acer's series of laptops. Below you can find the latest models from this series.

Dell Series History

	Release Date	Screen Size	Dimensions	Weight
Dell 16 Premium	June 2025	16.3"	358.18 x 240.05 x 18.7 mm	2.07 kg (4.56 lbs)
Dell 15	June 2025	15.6"	358.5 x 235.6 x 16.96-18.99 mm	1.9 kg (4.19 lbs)
Dell Pro 14 Plus 2-in-1	June 2025	14.0"	313.5 x 224 x 19.92-20.25 mm	1.59 kg (3.51 lbs)
Dell 16	June 2025	16.0"	356.78 x 249.52 x 16.18-19.05 mm	1.98 kg (4.37 lbs)
Dell Alienware 16 Aurora	May 2025	16.0"	356.98 x 265.43 x 15.2-22.7 mm	2.49 kg (5.49 lbs)
Dell Alienware 16X Aurora	May 2025	16.0"	356.98 x 265.43 x 19.2-23.4 mm	2.57 kg (5.67 lbs)
Dell Pro Max 14	March 2025	14.0"	313 x 227.3 x 14.79-18.9 mm	1.83 kg (4.04 lbs)
Dell Pro Max 16	March 2025	16.0"	358 x 256 x 15.08-19.08 mm	2.2 kg (4.85 lbs)

Here is a brief look at the main features of Dell 15 and Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S AI before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Dell 15 Key Specs

Launched in June 2025
15.6" IPS LCD, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core 3 100U,Intel Core i5 1334U,Intel Core i7 1355U
GPU: Intel UHD Graphics (64 EU)
8GB,16GB,32GB Ram
358.5 x 235.6 x 16.96-18.99 mm (14.11 x 9.28 x 0.67-0.75 inches)
Weight: 1.9 kg (4.19 lbs)

Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S AI Key Specs

Launched in February 2025
16.0" OLED, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX,Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX
GPU: GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop 12GB
16GB,32GB Ram
356.78 x 275.5 x 12.0-19.9 mm (14.05 x 10.85 x 0.47-0.78 inches)
Weight: 2.7 kg (5.95 lbs)

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how 15 and Predator Helios Neo 16S AI compares and decide which one is better for you.

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Reasons to choose Dell 15 over Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S AI

Weight	1.90 kg vs 2.70 kg	0.8 kg lighter
Screen-to-Body Ratio	~83.5% vs ~75.5%	Larger screen area ratio
Dolby Atmos Speakers	Yes vs No	3D Surround Sound Support

Reasons to choose Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S AI over Dell 15

Side Bezel Thickness	6.1 mm vs 11.3 mm	5.2 mm thinner bezels
Display Size	16 inches vs 15.6 inches	Larger Screen Estate
Refresh Rate	165 Hz vs 120 Hz	Smoother media experience
Contrast Rate	1000000:1 vs 600:1	more pleasing colors
Screen PPI	189 ppi vs 145 ppi	More pixels per inch
Screen Resolution	2560 x 1600 pixels vs 1920 x 1200 pixels	Higher pixel count screen
Max Brightness	500 nits vs 250 nits	Brighter Screen
Response Time	1 ms vs 35 ms	Faster Response screen
CPU Fabrication Process	3 nm vs 10 nm	Newer Generation CPU
GPU Fabrication Process	4 nm vs 10 nm	Newer Generation GPU
GPU FLOPS	29.7 TFLOPS vs 1.3 TFLOPS	Dedicated GPU unit
GPU Type	Dedicated vs Integrated	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	Connect more device at the same time
Number of USB-C Ports	2x USB 4.0 vs 1x USB 3.2	Faster USB-C connection
USB-C Port Type	v4.0 vs v3.2	Support audio, data, power and video all through one single port
Thunderbolt	v4 vs No	Better HDMI connectivity
HDMI Version	2.1 vs 1.4	Connects to the local network via Ethernet RJ45
Ethernet RJ45 Port	Yes vs No	Easily see the keys under low light
Keyboard Backlight	Yes vs No

Common Strengths of Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S AI and Dell 15

Launch Dates	June 2025 vs February 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
Wi-Fi Standard	v6 vs v6E	Fast and Reliable Wi-Fi Connections
HDMI Output	1x HDMI 1.4 vs 1x HDMI 1.4	Connect to External Displays via HDMI cable
VGA Output	No vs No	Connect to External Displays via VGA cable
Built-in SD Card Reader	Yes vs Yes	Read & Write SD Cards
Numeric Pad	Yes vs Yes	Fast way to input numbers

Common Weaknesses of Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S AI and Dell 15

Touchscreen Capability	No vs No	No Touchscreen Capability

Dell 15 vs Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S AI: Physical Specs Comparison

In this section, we will be comparing the physical specifications and body features of the Dell 15 and the Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S AI.

Physical Specs
Weight	1.9 kg (4.19 lbs)	2.7 kg (5.95 lbs)
Surface Area	845 cm2 (130.9 inches2)	983 cm2 (152.4 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio	~83.5%	~75.5%
Side Bezel Thickness	~11.3 mm	~6.1 mm
Weight per Inch of Screen	0.12 kg/inch	0.17 kg/inch
	0.264 lbs/inch	0.374 lbs/inch
Colors	Black, Silver	Blue

Comparison of the Dell 15 and the Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S AI External Dimensions

Weight

15 weighs 1.9 kg (4.19 lbs), whereas the Predator Helios Neo 16S AI weighs 2.7 kg (5.95 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

Dell 15

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S AI

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

Thickness Comparison

Dell 15

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S AI

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

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 Dell 15 is 0.12 kg/inch.In comparison, this value for the Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S AI is 0.17 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

Dell 15 vs Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S AI: Internals (CPU, GPU, RAM, Battery, SSD, etc.) Comparison

CPU Comparison

CPU Model	Intel Core 3 100U Intel Core i5 1334U Intel Core i7 1355U	Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX
Base Frequency	1.2 GHz	2.4 GHz
Turbo Frequency	4.7 GHz	5.2 GHz
Number of Cores	6 (2P + 4E)	20 (8P + 12E)
Number of Threads	8	20
L3 Cache	10 MB	30 MB
Integrated GPU	Intel UHD Graphics (64 EU)	Arc Graphics (4-Cores)
CPU Fabrication Process	10 nm	3 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 Dell 15 and Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S AI.

You may also read reviews of latest laptops with the same CPU ( Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX,Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX ) and compare them:

GPU Comparison

GPU Model	Intel UHD Graphics (64 EU)	GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop 12GB
Base Clock Frequency	300 MHz
Boost CLock Frequency	1250 MHz
TGP (Total Graphics Power)	15 W	115 W
Type	Integrated	Dedicated
FLOPS	1.3 TFLOPS	29.7 TFLOPS
Memory Size	System Shared	12 GB
Memory Type	DDR5	GDDR7
Memory Speed	5.2 Gbps	~28 Gbps
Shading Units Cores	512	5888
TMUs	32	184
ROPs	16	64

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. Dell 15 has a FLOPS value of 1.3 TFLOPS whereas the Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S AI ' has a FLOPS value of 29.7 TFLOPS. If graphical performance of the laptop is important for your use type, the Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S AI may be the better choice between these two setups.

RAM Comparison

RAM	8GB 16GB 32GB	16GB 32GB
Memory Bus	1x8 GB	2x8 GB
RAM Clock	5200 MHz	6400 MHz
RAM Type	DDR5	DDR5
Upgradable	Yes	Yes
Max RAM Size	32 GB	32 GB
Total Slots	2	2
Memory Bus	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)

The Predator Helios Neo 16S AI provides a larger RAM capacity of 16 GB, which allows for smoother multitasking and improved performance in memory-demanding tasks compared to the 15's RAM capacity of 8 GB.

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	Dell 15	Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S AI
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	✖ Not supported.	⚠ Can run using CPU + RAM fallback. Expect slower performance.
Extra-Large Models(65B+):Examples: LLaMA2-70B, Qwen1.5-72B	✖ Not supported on most systems. Requires high-end GPU or advanced setup.	⚠ Possible with CPU + RAM fallback using quantized models.

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	41 Wh 54 Wh	90 Wh
Battery Type	Li-Po	Li-Ion
Replaceable	No	No
Fast Charging	Yes	Yes
Charging Port Position	Left	Bottom
Charge Power	65 W	330 W
Voltage	15 V

On the other hand, the Predator Helios Neo 16S AI features a higher battery capacity of 90 Wh, delivering longer usage time compared to the 15's 41 Wh.

Battery Comparison

Dell 15

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S AI

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

STORAGE
Both laptops, the 15 and the Predator Helios Neo 16S AI have similar max. storage capacities of 2 TB, allowing for ample space to store files and applications.

Storage Options	512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB	1 TB, 2 TB
Upgradable	Yes	Yes
Total Slots	1	2
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.

Dell 15 vs Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S AI: Display Comparison

The display is an essential aspect to consider when comparing the Dell 15 and Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S AI 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. 15 has a display size of 15.6".On the other hand, Predator Helios Neo 16S AI has a larger16.0" display.The total usable screen area of the 15 is 706cm² / 109inch² whereas the Predator Helios Neo 16S AI's total usable screen area is 742cm² / 115inch².

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

Screen PPI (Pixels Per Inch) Comparison

Dell 15

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S AI

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

Refresh Rate
The Predator Helios Neo 16S AI offers a higher refresh rate of 165 Hz, resulting in smoother motion and improved visual experience.

Furthermore, the Predator Helios Neo 16S AI boasts a faster response time of 1.0 ms, reducing motion blur for fast-paced content.

Brightness
The Predator Helios Neo 16S AI offers a higher maximum brightness of 500 nits, delivering a brighter screen.

Brightness Comparison

Dell 15

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S AI

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

Dell 15 vs Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S AI Connectivity Comparison

In terms of connectivity,

Wifi
Predator Helios Neo 16S AI features a more advanced Wi-Fi standard v6E, providing faster and more reliable wireless connections compared to 15 (v6).

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 15 and Predator Helios Neo 16S AI have USB-A ports. 15 has 2x USB 3.2 USB-A ports, while Predator Helios Neo 16S AI has 3x USB 3.2 USB-A ports.
Both 15 and Predator Helios Neo 16S AI have USB Type-C ports. 15 has 1x USB 3.2 USB Type-C ports, while Predator Helios Neo 16S AI 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 16S AI is equipped with Thunderbolt 4 port. 15 does not have Thunderbolt port.

HDMI
Both 15 and Predator Helios Neo 16S AI feature an HDMI port. 15 offers 1x HDMI 1.4, while Predator Helios Neo 16S AI offers 1x HDMI 2.1.

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
Both 15 and Predator Helios Neo 16S AI come with an SD Card Reader for easy access to memory cards.

Audio Jack
Both 15 and Predator Helios Neo 16S AI 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)	v6	v6E
Bluetooth (latest: v5.4)	v5.3	v5.4
USB-A (latest: 3.2)	2x USB 3.2	3x USB 3.2
USB Type-C (latest: USB4 2.0)	1x USB 3.2	2x USB 4.0
Thunderbolt (latest: 5)	No	Thunderbolt 4
HDMI (latest: 2.1)	1x HDMI 1.4	1x HDMI 2.1
Display Port (latest: v2.0)	No	No
VGA	No	No
Fingerprint Sensor	Optional	No
Optical Drive	No	No
Audio Jack 3.5mm	Yes	Yes
Ethernet RJ45	No	Yes
SD CardReader	Yes	Yes
Proprietary Charging Port	No	Yes