Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI 2025 vs HP Omen Max 16
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI 2025 and HP Omen Max 16 split the 12 categories we compared evenly, 2 wins each (8 tied).
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI 2025 vs HP Omen Max 16: our verdict
Predator Helios Neo is for gamers and creators who demand top-tier graphics performance and a responsive keyboard for fast-paced action or heavy multitasking.
Omen Max is the right pick for anyone who wants the most connectivity and the widest range of CPU options, all at a lower price than its direct rival. The one reason to hesitate: you give up stronger graphics performance.
Summarised from our video comparison of these two laptops.
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Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI 2025 vs HP Omen Max 16: Overall Score
| Spec |
 Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI 2025
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 HP Omen Max 16
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|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 6.6/10 | 5.9/10 |
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI 2025 vs HP Omen Max 16: Build & Design
| Spec |
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI 2025
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HP Omen Max 16
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|---|---|---|
| Portability score | 5.9/10 | 5.6/10 |
| Weight | 2.66 kg | 2.48 kg |
| Thickness | 26.75 mm | 27.69 mm |
| Fingerprint reader | No | No |
| Vapor chamber cooling | No | Yes |
| Numeric keypad | Yes | Yes |
| Windows Precision touchpad | Yes | Yes |
| Facial recognition | Yes | No |
| Build material | Aluminum | Aluminum |
| Available colors | Black, Blue | Black |
| Keyboard | Backlit, Island | Backlit, Monolith |
| Key travel | 2 mm | 1.5 mm |
| Cooling system | Active | Active |
| Dimensions | 356.78 x 275.5 x 13.47-26.75 mm 14.05 x 10.85 x 0.53-1.05 inches | 356.62 x 268.99 x 22.86-27.69 mm 14.04 x 10.59 x 0.9-1.09 inches |
| Footprint | 983 cm2 (152.4 inches2) | 959 cm2 (148.7 inches2) |
| Touchpad size | 12.7 x 8.3 cm | 12.5 x 8.0 cm |
| Touchpad surface | Glass | Plastic |
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI 2025 vs HP Omen Max 16: Benchmarks
| Spec |
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI 2025
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HP Omen Max 16
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|---|---|---|
| Performance score | 8.5/10 | 8.8/10 |
| Cinebench (multi-core) | 1881 | 1992 |
| Cinebench (single-core) | 136 | 142 |
| Geekbench (multi-core) | 16562 | 17361 |
| Geekbench (single-core) | 3093 | 3282 |
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI 2025 vs HP Omen Max 16: CPU
| Spec |
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI 2025
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HP Omen Max 16
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|---|---|---|
| CPU threads | 20 | 20 |
| CPU | Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX | Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX |
| CPU cores | 20 (8P + 12E) | 20 (8P + 12E) |
| CPU base frequency | 2.4 GHz | 2.4 GHz |
| CPU turbo frequency | 5.2 GHz | 5.2 GHz |
| CPU L3 cache | 30 MB | 30 MB |
| CPU manufacturing process | 3 nm | 3 nm |
| CPU configurations available | Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX | Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 375 |
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI 2025 vs HP Omen Max 16: GPU
| Spec |
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI 2025
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HP Omen Max 16
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|---|---|---|
| GPU compute | 31.3 TFLOPS | 16.6 TFLOPS |
| GPU | GeForce RTX 5070 | GeForce RTX 5060 |
| GPU type | Dedicated | Dedicated |
| Integrated GPU | Arc Graphics (4-Cores) | Arc Graphics (4-Cores) |
| GPU VRAM | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| GPU memory type | GDDR7 | GDDR7 |
| GPU memory bus | 128 bit | 128 bit |
| GPU power (TGP) | 140 W | — |
| GPU configurations available | GeForce RTX 5070|GeForce RTX 5070 Ti|GeForce RTX 5080|GeForce RTX 5090|GeForce RTX 5060 | GeForce RTX 5060 |
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI 2025 vs HP Omen Max 16: Memory
| Spec |
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI 2025
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HP Omen Max 16
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|---|---|---|
| RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| RAM upgradable | Yes | Yes |
| RAM type | DDR5 | DDR5 |
| RAM clock speed | 6400 MHz | 6400 MHz |
| RAM slots | 2 | 2 |
| RAM channels | 2x8 GB | 2x8 GB |
| RAM configurations available | 16GB|32GB|64GB | 16GB|32GB|64GB |
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI 2025 vs HP Omen Max 16: Storage
| Spec |
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI 2025
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HP Omen Max 16
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|---|---|---|
| Storage | 1 TB | 1 TB |
| NVMe storage | Yes | Yes |
| Storage upgradable | Yes | Yes |
| Storage type | SSD (M2) | SSD (M2) |
| Storage interface | PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x) | PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x) |
| Storage configurations available | 1 TB, 2 TB, 4 TB | 1 TB, 2 TB, 4 TB |
| Storage slots | 2 | 2 |
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI 2025 vs HP Omen Max 16: Display
| Spec |
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI 2025
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HP Omen Max 16
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|---|---|---|
| Display score | 5.4/10 | 5.4/10 |
| Display size | 16 in | 16 in |
| Refresh rate | 180 Hz | 165 Hz |
| Brightness | 400 nits | 400 nits |
| Pixel density | 142 ppi | 142 ppi |
| Touchscreen | No | No |
| HDR support | No | No |
| Display type | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1200 |
| Screen coating | Matte | Matte |
| Aspect ratio | 16:10 | 16:10 |
| sRGB coverage | 100% | 100% |
| Response time | 3 ms | 3 ms |
| Screen-to-body ratio | ~75.5% | ~77.4% |
| Side bezels | 6.1 mm | 6 mm |
| Maximum opening angle | 160° | 140° |
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI 2025 vs HP Omen Max 16: Battery
| Spec |
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI 2025
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HP Omen Max 16
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|---|---|---|
| Battery score | 6.2/10 | 6/10 |
| Battery capacity | 90 Wh | 83 Wh |
| Charging speed | 330 W | 280 W |
| Wireless charging | No | No |
| Charging port | USB-C | USB-C |
| Proprietary charging | Yes | Yes |
| Battery type | Li-Ion | Li-Po |
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI 2025 vs HP Omen Max 16: Network & Connectivity
| Spec |
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI 2025
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HP Omen Max 16
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|---|---|---|
| Connectivity score | 7.2/10 | 7.2/10 |
| Wi-Fi generation | 6 | 7 |
| Bluetooth version | 5.4 | 5.4 |
| Ethernet port | Yes | Yes |
| HDMI port | Yes | Yes |
| DisplayPort | No | No |
| SD card reader | Yes | No |
| USB-A ports | 3x USB 3.2 | 2x USB 3.2 |
| USB-C ports | 2x USB 4.0 | 2x USB 4.0 |
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI 2025 vs HP Omen Max 16: Audio
| Spec |
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI 2025
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HP Omen Max 16
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|---|---|---|
| Dolby Atmos | No | No |
| Speaker configuration | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Speaker loudness | — | ~77.9 dB |
| Speaker power | 2x2W | 2x2W |
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI 2025 vs HP Omen Max 16: OS & Software
| Spec |
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI 2025
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HP Omen Max 16
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|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 11 | Windows 11 |
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI 2025 vs HP Omen Max 16: Extras & Features
| Spec |
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI 2025
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HP Omen Max 16
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|---|---|---|
| 2-in-1 convertible | No | No |
| Webcam | 1080p FHD | 1080p FHD |
| Webcam position | Above the display | Above the display |
Where each laptop wins
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI 2025
- Overall score: 6.6/10 (vs 5.9/10)
- Portability score: 5.9/10 (vs 5.6/10)
- Battery score: 6.2/10 (vs 6/10)
- GPU compute: 31.3 TFLOPS (vs 16.6 TFLOPS)
- Refresh rate: 180 Hz (vs 165 Hz)
- Battery capacity: 90 Wh (vs 83 Wh)
- Charging speed: 330 W (vs 280 W)
- Thickness: 26.75 mm (vs 27.69 mm)
- Facial recognition
- SD card reader
HP Omen Max 16
- Performance score: 8.8/10 (vs 8.5/10)
- Cinebench (multi-core): 1992 (vs 1881)
- Cinebench (single-core): 142 (vs 136)
- Geekbench (multi-core): 17361 (vs 16562)
- Geekbench (single-core): 3282 (vs 3093)
- Weight: 2.48 kg (vs 2.66 kg)
- Vapor chamber cooling
- Wi-Fi generation: 7 (vs 6)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, the Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI 2025 or the HP Omen Max 16?
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI 2025 and HP Omen Max 16 split the 12 categories we compared evenly, 2 wins each (8 tied).
Which is cheaper, the Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI 2025 or the HP Omen Max 16?
The HP Omen Max 16 costs around $1579, $320 less than the Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI 2025 at around $1899.
What are the main differences between the Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI 2025 and the HP Omen Max 16?
The biggest gaps are in overall score (6.6/10 on the Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI 2025 vs 5.9/10); portability score (5.9/10 on the Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI 2025 vs 5.6/10); cinebench (multi-core) (1992 on the HP Omen Max 16 vs 1881).