Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 AI (PHN18-I71) vs Chuwi GameBook 9955HX
68.5chipPerformance66.1
97.5Graphics92.6
55.5Displayspec-based64.1
89.3Batteryspec-based70.4
20Portabilityspec-based42.6
3 spec wins — Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 AI (PHN18-I71)3 spec wins — Chuwi GameBook 9955HX
InnoReviews verdict
This one is close to a dead heat: Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 AI (PHN18-I71) scores 65.9 against 66.2 for Chuwi GameBook 9955HX. Pick by the categories that matter to you, or by price.
Which would you pick?
Key differences
Reasons to pick the Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 AI (PHN18-I71)
- Stronger graphics score: 98 vs 93
- 27% higher 3DMark Time Spy Graphics (GPU): 22,099 vs 17,434
- 18% higher capacity: 92 Wh vs 77.8 Wh
- 13% higher Screen size: 18 ″ vs 16 ″
Reasons to pick the Chuwi GameBook 9955HX
- 32% lower weight: 2.3 kg vs 3.4 kg
- 25% higher Refresh rate: 300 Hz vs 240 Hz
- 24% lower thickness: 21.4 mm vs 28 mm
Display
| Spec | Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 AI (PHN18-I71) | Chuwi GameBook 9955HX |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 18 ″+13% | 16 ″ |
| Panel type | IPS (ACR anti-glare film) | IPS LCD |
| Resolution | 2560x1600 | 2560x1600 |
| Refresh rate | 240 Hz | 300 Hz+25% |
| Peak brightness | 500 nits | 500 nits |
Performance
| Spec | Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 AI (PHN18-I71) | Chuwi GameBook 9955HX |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus | AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU |
| RAM | 32 GB | 32 GB |
| RAM type | DDR5-6400 | DDR5 |
| Storage | 1,024 GB | 1,024 GB |
| Storage type | PCIe Gen 4 NVMe SSD (2 slots) | NVMe SSD (PCIe 4.0) |
Benchmarks
| Spec | Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 AI (PHN18-I71) | Chuwi GameBook 9955HX |
|---|---|---|
| Geekbench 6 (single) | — | 3,225Top 9% |
| Geekbench 6 (multi) | — | 19,885Top 11% |
| 3DMark Time Spy Graphics (GPU) | 22,099+27%Top 9% | 17,434Top 21% |
Battery
| Spec | Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 AI (PHN18-I71) | Chuwi GameBook 9955HX |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 92 Wh+18% | 77.8 Wh |
| Charging | — | 140 W |
Design
| Spec | Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 AI (PHN18-I71) | Chuwi GameBook 9955HX |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 3.4 kg | 2.3 kg+32% |
| Thickness | 28 mm | 21.4 mm+24% |
| Material | — | Aluminum and magnesium alloy |
Connectivity
| Spec | Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 AI (PHN18-I71) | Chuwi GameBook 9955HX |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | 1x Thunderbolt 4 USB-C, 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2, 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 2, 1x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, HDMI 2.1, RJ-45 Ethernet, microSD, 3.5mm combo jack | 2x USB-C (PD 140W and PD 100W), 3x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, HDMI 2.1, Mini DisplayPort 2.1, 2.5Gb Ethernet (RJ45), 3.5mm audio jack, Kensington lock |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E (Intel 1675i) | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) |
| Bluetooth | 5.4 | 5.2 |
| Webcam | FHD 1080p IR camera | 2MP FHD + IR with privacy shutter |
Software
| Spec | Acer Predator Helios Neo 18 AI (PHN18-I71) | Chuwi GameBook 9955HX |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Pro |
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