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Acer Predator Helios 16 AI PH16-73-965Q
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Main specs
| Processor | |
|---|---|
| Screen | 16" 2560x1600 OLED 240Hz 400 nits 100% DCI-P3 |
| Hard drive | 2TB SSD M.2 |
| RAM | 32GB DDR5-SDRAM |
| Operating system | No OS installed |
| Graphics card | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 24GB GDDR7 |
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Full specifications of Acer Predator Helios 16 AI PH16-73-965Q
| Reference / Part Number | NH.QW2EB.003 |
|---|---|
| Release date | March 2026, 7 months ago |
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
|---|---|
| Product colour | Black |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Market positioning | Gaming |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 40,6 cm |
|---|---|
| Display resolution | 2560 x 1600 pixels |
| Touchscreen | No |
| HD type | WQXGA |
| Panel type | OLED |
| Display technology marketing name | CineCrystal |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:10 |
| Display brightness | 400 cd/m² |
| RGB colour space | DCI-P3 |
| Colour gamut | 100 % |
| Maximum refresh rate | 240 Hz |
Processor
| Processor family | Intel Core Ultra 9 |
|---|---|
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor model | 275HX |
| Processor generation | Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) |
| Processor cores | 24 |
| Processor threads | 24 |
| Processor boost frequency | 5,4 GHz |
| Performance cores | 8 |
| Efficient cores | 16 |
| Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency | 5,4 GHz |
| Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency | 4,6 GHz |
| Performance-core base frequency | 2,7 GHz |
| Efficient-core base frequency | 2,1 GHz |
| Processor cache | 36 MB |
| Processor base power | 55 W |
| Maximum turbo power | 160 W |
Neural processor unit (NPU)
| Neural processor unit (NPU) | Intel AI Boost |
|---|---|
| Sparsity support | Yes |
| Windows Studio effects support | Yes |
| AI software frameworks supported by NPU | DirectML,OpenVINO,Windows ML,ONNX RT,WebNN |
| Total processor performance up to | 36 TOPs |
| NPU performance up to | 13 TOPs |
| GPU performance up to | 8 TOPs |
Memory
| Internal memory | 32 GB |
|---|---|
| Maximum internal memory | 64 GB |
| Internal memory type | DDR5-SDRAM |
| Memory clock speed | 6400 MHz |
| Memory form factor | SO-DIMM |
| Memory layout (slots x size) | 2 x 16 GB |
| Memory slots | 2x CSODIMM |
Storage
| Total storage capacity | 2 TB |
|---|---|
| Storage media | SSD |
| Optical drive type | No |
| Total SSDs capacity | 2 TB |
| Number of SSDs installed | 1 |
| SSD capacity | 2 TB |
| SSD interface | PCI Express 5.0 |
| NVMe | Yes |
| SSD form factor | M.2 |
| Card reader integrated | Yes |
| Compatible memory cards | MicroSD (TransFlash) |
Graphics
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
|---|---|
| Discrete graphics card | Yes |
| Discrete graphics card model | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 |
| On-board graphics card model | Intel® Graphics |
| Discrete GPU manufacturer | NVIDIA |
| Discrete graphics card memory | 24 GB |
| Discrete graphics memory type | GDDR7 |
| On-board GPU manufacturer | Intel |
| On-board graphics card family | Intel® Graphics |
Audio
| Audio system | DTS:X Ultra |
|---|---|
| Number of built-in speakers | 4 |
| Built-in microphone | Yes |
| Number of microphones | 3 |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
|---|---|
| Front camera resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Front camera HD type | Full HD |
| Infrared (IR) camera | Yes |
Network
| Mobile network connection | No |
|---|---|
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| Wi-Fi standards | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| Antenna type | 2x2 |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 5000 Mbit/s |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 5.4 |
Ports & interfaces
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 0 |
|---|---|
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 1 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C ports quantity | 0 |
| HDMI ports quantity | 1 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity | 2 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C ports quantity | 2 |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
| Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | Yes |
|---|---|
| Pointing device | Touchpad |
| Keyboard backlit | Yes |
| Keyboard backlit colour | RGB |
Software
| Operating system installed | FreeDOS |
|---|
Battery
| Battery capacity | 90 Wh |
|---|---|
| Battery technology | Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) |
| Battery life (max) | 6 h |
Power
| USB Type-C charging port | Yes |
|---|---|
| AC adapter power | 330 W |
Security
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) | Yes |
|---|---|
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) version | 2.0 |
| Password protection | Yes |
| Password protection type | HDD,Supervisor,User |
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 2,65 kg |
|---|---|
| Width | 356,8 mm |
| Depth | 279,6 mm |
| Height | 27,8 mm |
Packaging content
| AC adapter included | Yes |
|---|---|
| Cables included | AC |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Acer Predator Helios 16 AI PH16-73-965Q good for gaming?
You can game on it, though this laptop was not built for it: it carries the dedicated NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
How long does the battery of the Acer Predator Helios 16 AI PH16-73-965Q last?
The manufacturer declares up to 6 h of battery life. Real duration depends on brightness, workload and battery health.
What is the screen of the Acer Predator Helios 16 AI PH16-73-965Q like?
It carries a 16" 2560x1600 OLED 240Hz 400 nits 100% DCI-P3 display.
Which processor and graphics card does the Acer Predator Helios 16 AI PH16-73-965Q have?
It runs on the Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX processor with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Can the RAM of the Acer Predator Helios 16 AI PH16-73-965Q be upgraded?
Yes: it has 2 memory slots and takes up to 64 GB according to the manufacturer (it ships with 32GB).
Which operating system does the Acer Predator Helios 16 AI PH16-73-965Q come with?
It comes with no operating system installed: the price does not include a license and you will have to install one yourself.
Which ports does the Acer Predator Helios 16 AI PH16-73-965Q have?
According to its spec sheet: 3 × USB-A, 1 × HDMI, Ethernet (RJ-45), card reader, headphone jack (3.5 mm).
Does the Acer Predator Helios 16 AI PH16-73-965Q have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the Acer Predator Helios 16 AI PH16-73-965Q have a touch screen?
No, according to its spec sheet the screen is not a touch screen.
How much does the Acer Predator Helios 16 AI PH16-73-965Q weigh?
It weighs 2,65 kg: one of the heavy ones, more of a desk machine than a daily commuter.
When was the Acer Predator Helios 16 AI PH16-73-965Q released?
Its release date is March 2026, 7 months ago.