HP OmniBook X Flip 16 vs Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S AI Comparison

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HP OmniBook X Flip 16 vs Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S AI Comparison Overview

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In this review, we will be comparing OmniBook X Flip 16 and Predator Helios Neo 16S AI, two laptops from HP and Acer. HP OmniBook X Flip 16 was introduced to market in March 2025 and Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S AI was launched in February 2025. There is only 1 months difference between OmniBook X Flip 16 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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OmniBook X Flip 16 and Predator Helios Neo 16S AI are members of Acer's series of laptops. Below you can find the latest models from this series.

HP Series History

	Release Date	Screen Size	Dimensions	Weight
HP ZBook 8 G1i 16"	March 2025	16.0"	359 x 250 x 19.2 mm	1.72 kg (3.79 lbs)
HP ZBook 8 G1i 14"	March 2025	14.0"	215.6 x 222 x 18.9 mm	1.43 kg (3.15 lbs)
HP ProBook 4 G1i 16"	March 2025	16.0"	359.4 x 251 x 1.7 mm	1.75 kg (3.86 lbs)
HP EliteBook 6 G1i 16"	March 2025	16.0"	359.4 x 251 x 1.7 mm	1.75 kg (3.86 lbs)
HP ProBook 4 G1q	March 2025	14.0"	318.6 x 224.3 x 10.9 mm	1.46 kg (3.22 lbs)
HP EliteBook 6 G1q 14"	March 2025	14.0"	318.6 x 224.3 x 17 mm	1.44 kg (3.18 lbs)
HP OmniBook 5 14	March 2025	14.0"	311.9 x 217.4 x 12.7 mm	1.35 kg (2.98 lbs)
HP OmniBook 7 Aero 13.3	March 2025	13.3"	297.3 x 212.2 x 16.5-17.4 mm	1 kg (2.21 lbs)

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

HP OmniBook X Flip 16 Key Specs

Launched in March 2025
16.0" TouchScreen - IPS LCD, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core Ultra 5 226V
GPU: Intel Arc 130V
16GB Ram
356 x 245.5 x 15.3 mm (14.02 x 9.67 x 0.6 inches)
Weight: 1.88 kg (4.15 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
GPU: GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop 12GB
16GB 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 OmniBook X Flip 16 and Predator Helios Neo 16S AI compares and decide which one is better for you.

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Reasons to choose HP OmniBook X Flip 16 over Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S AI

Weight	1.88 kg vs 2.70 kg	0.82 kg lighter
Screen-to-Body Ratio	~84.9% vs ~75.5%	Larger screen area ratio
Side Bezel Thickness	5.7 mm vs 6.1 mm	0.4 mm thinner bezels
Touch Screen	Yes vs No	Interact with your fingers
GPU Fabrication Process	3 nm vs 4 nm	Newer Generation GPU
WiFi Standard	v7 vs v6E	More advanced Wi-fi connectivity
Webcam Resolution	2560 x 1440 vs 1920 x 1080	Higher Resolution Camera

Reasons to choose Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S AI over HP OmniBook X Flip 16

Refresh Rate	165 Hz vs 60 Hz	Smoother media experience
Screen PPI	189 ppi vs 142 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 400 nits	Brighter Screen
GPU FLOPS	29.7 TFLOPS vs 3.3 TFLOPS	Dedicated GPU unit
GPU Type	Dedicated vs Integrated	More RAM Options
Upgradable RAM	Yes vs No	Connect more device at the same time
Number of USB-A Ports	3x USB 3.2 vs 2x USB 3.2	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

Common Strengths of Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S AI and HP OmniBook X Flip 16

Launch Dates	March 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
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
Thunderbolt Port	v4 vs v4	Fast data and power transfer via Thunderbolt Port
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 Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S AI and HP OmniBook X Flip 16

Fingerprint Sensor	No vs No	No fingerprint login feature

HP OmniBook X Flip 16 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 HP OmniBook X Flip 16 and the Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S AI.

Physical Specs
Weight	1.88 kg (4.15 lbs)	2.7 kg (5.95 lbs)
Surface Area	874 cm2 (135.6 inches2)	983 cm2 (152.4 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio	~84.9%	~75.5%
Side Bezel Thickness	~5.7 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, Gray	Blue

Comparison of the HP OmniBook X Flip 16 and the Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S AI External Dimensions

Weight

OmniBook X Flip 16 weighs 1.88 kg (4.15 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. The weight difference between the two laptops is not significant.

Weight Comparison

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Thickness Comparison

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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 HP OmniBook X Flip 16 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

HP OmniBook X Flip 16 vs Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S AI: Internals (CPU, GPU, RAM, Battery, SSD, etc.) Comparison

CPU Comparison

CPU Model	Intel Core Ultra 5 226V Intel Core Ultra 7 256V Intel Core Ultra 7 258V AMD Ryzen AI 5 340 AMD Ryzen AI 7 350	Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX
Base Frequency	2.1 GHz	2.4 GHz
Turbo Frequency	4.5 GHz	5.2 GHz
Number of Cores	8 (4P + 4E)	20 (8P + 12E)
Number of Threads	8	20
L3 Cache	8 MB	30 MB
Integrated GPU	Intel Arc Graphics 130V	Arc Graphics (4-Cores)
CPU Fabrication Process	3 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 HP OmniBook X Flip 16 and Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S AI.

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

Laptops with: Intel Core Ultra 5 226V

Laptops with: Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX

GPU Comparison

GPU Model	Intel Arc 130V	GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop 12GB
Base Clock Frequency	600 MHz
Boost CLock Frequency	1850 MHz
TGP (Total Graphics Power)	30 W	115 W
Type	Integrated	Dedicated
FLOPS	3.3 TFLOPS	29.7 TFLOPS
Memory Size	System Shared	12 GB
Memory Type	LPDDR5X	GDDR7
Memory Speed	8.53 Gbps	~28 Gbps
Shading Units Cores	896	5888

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. HP OmniBook X Flip 16 has a FLOPS value of 3.3 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 HP OmniBook X Flip 16 may be the better choice between these two setups.

RAM Comparison

RAM	16GB 32GB	16GB 32GB
Memory Bus	2x8 GB	2x8 GB
RAM Clock	8533 MHz	6400 MHz
RAM Type	LPDDR5X	DDR5
Upgradable	No	Yes
Memory Bus	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)

Both laptops, the OmniBook X Flip 16 and the Predator Helios Neo 16S AI, 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	HP OmniBook X Flip 16" CPU/NPU: Intel Core Ultra 5 226v (NPU)RAM: 16 GBGPU: Intel Arc 130v	Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S AI CPU/NPU: Intel Core Ultra 7 255hx (NPU)RAM: 16 GBGPU: Geforce Rtx 5070 Ti Laptop 12gb
Small Models(1-3B):Examples: Phi-2, Qwen-1.8B	✔ Suitable 2B model with Q4 quantization (recommended): Requires ~2.5 GB memory - fits in your 16 GB RAM Suitable, but iGPU typically falls in "Modest Speed" category (See performance table below for details)	✔ Expected performance: "Runs Smoothly" 2B model with Q4 quantization (recommended): Requires ~2.5 GB memory - fits in your 12 GB VRAM (See performance table below for details)
Medium Models(7-8B):Examples: Mistral-7B, Qwen-7B	✔ Suitable 7B model with Q4 quantization (recommended): Requires ~5.3 GB memory - fits in your 16 GB RAM Suitable, but iGPU typically falls in "Modest Speed" category	✔ Expected performance: "Runs Smoothly" 7B model with Q4 quantization (recommended): Requires ~5.3 GB memory - fits in your 12 GB VRAM (See performance table below for details)
Large Models(13-30B):Examples: Llama 3 14B, Qwen1.5 14B, Dense 30B	⚠ 13–15B: Borderline / Slow. 16–30B: Not practical.	✔ 13–15B: Supported (Q4). 20–30B: Not practical — VRAM insufficient without heavy offload.
Extra-Large Models(65B+):Examples: LLaMA2-70B, Qwen1.5-72B	✖ Not practical on most laptops (64GB+ workstation laptops may be exceptions).	✖ Not practical on most laptops (64GB+ workstation laptops may be exceptions).

For more detailed LLM evaluation (subcategories, performance ranges, memory breakdown)

HP OmniBook X Flip 16"|Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S AI

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

📌 Model Types: Dense 30B Q4 models typically require around 19–22 GB of total memory, so they run best on systems with ≥24 GB unified memory. MoE models like Mixtral 8x7B (≈47B total parameters, usually ≈23–26 GB in 4-bit) also need high memory because all experts must be loaded, even though only a few are active per token. They reduce compute cost per token (similar to a ~12–13B dense model), but not memory usage, so they are not practical on 14–16 GB systems. Note: iGPU laptops use shared (unified) memory with lower bandwidth, making them more sensitive to memory pressure and offloading.

🚀 Modern NPU (Neural Processing Unit): Modern processors like AMD Ryzen AI and Intel Core Ultra feature NPU and unified memory architecture. NPUs provide modest performance gains (0-30% faster) with better power efficiency compared to iGPU-only execution. Real-world tests show ~3-10 tok/s range on 13B models with 32GB RAM (varies by runtime, quantization, and context), comparable to iGPU but more power-efficient. Note: These figures are examples from various NPU systems; actual performance depends on your specific hardware configuration.

Understanding Performance Categories

💡 Since this system uses iGPU, it typically falls in the "Modest Speed" range; more comfortable with short-medium context, expect noticeable slowdown with long context.

The performance descriptions use general categories because actual speed varies greatly based on your specific hardware, model optimization, context length, and runtime software.

Performance Level	Typical Range	User Experience
Runs Smoothly (High-end dGPU)	50+ tok/s	Real-time response. Feels instant, like ChatGPT.
Runs Well (Mid-range dGPU)	20-50 tok/s	Good interactive performance. Slight delay, but usable.
Modest Speed (iGPU/NPU/CPU)	5-20 tok/s	Usable for tasks that don't need instant responses. Noticeable typing delay.
Borderline / Slow (Limited hardware)	2-5 tok/s	Very slow. Patience required. Better for batch processing.
Not Practical	<2 tok/s	Too slow for regular use. May cause system hangs or instability.

💡 Tip: Your actual results may be higher or lower than these ranges. Test with your specific hardware to know for sure!

⚠️ Note: Performance categorization is based on how much total memory is available for the model (unified RAM) and whether it needs to spill into slower storage. GPU type (memory bandwidth, compute power) can also affect actual performance. Currently, we prioritize whether the model fits in available unified memory for classification. We may refine this categorization in future updates based on more detailed benchmarks.

BATTERY

BATTERY	68 Wh	90 Wh
Battery Type	Li-Po	Li-Ion
Replaceable	No	No
Fast Charging	No	Yes
Charging Port Position	Left	Bottom
Charge Power	65 W	330 W

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 OmniBook X Flip 16 's 68 Wh.

Battery Comparison

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STORAGE
Both laptops, the OmniBook X Flip 16 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.

HP OmniBook X Flip 16 vs Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S AI: Display Comparison

The display is an essential aspect to consider when comparing the HP OmniBook X Flip 16 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. Both OmniBook X Flip 16 and Predator Helios Neo 16S AI screens have the same size of 16.0".The total usable screen area of the OmniBook X Flip 16 is 742cm² / 115inch² 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

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

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

Brightness Comparison

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HP OmniBook X Flip 16 vs Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S AI Connectivity Comparison

In terms of connectivity,

Wifi
OmniBook X Flip 16 features a more advanced Wi-Fi standard v7, providing faster and more reliable wireless connections compared to Predator Helios Neo 16S AI (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 OmniBook X Flip 16 and Predator Helios Neo 16S AI have USB-A ports. OmniBook X Flip 16 has 2x USB 3.2 USB-A ports, while Predator Helios Neo 16S AI has 3x USB 3.2 USB-A ports.
Both OmniBook X Flip 16 and Predator Helios Neo 16S AI 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
Both OmniBook X Flip 16 and Predator Helios Neo 16S AI are equipped with Thunderbolt 4 ports.

HDMI
Both OmniBook X Flip 16 and Predator Helios Neo 16S AI 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 Neo 16S AI is equipped with an SD Card Reader for easy access to memory cards. OmniBook X Flip 16 does not have an SD Card Reader.

Audio Jack
Both OmniBook X Flip 16 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)	v7	v6E
Bluetooth (latest: v5.4)	v5.4	v5.4
USB-A (latest: 3.2)	2x USB 3.2	3x USB 3.2
USB Type-C (latest: USB4 2.0)	2x USB 4.0	2x USB 4.0
Thunderbolt (latest: 5)	Thunderbolt 4	Thunderbolt 4
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	No	Yes
SD CardReader	No	Yes
Proprietary Charging Port	No	Yes