Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 12.4" Surface Laptop Go 2 Platinum Silver 2021
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16" PHN16-73-95G8
What Buyers Say
Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 12.4" Surface Laptop Go 2 Platinum Silver 2021
The laptop is generally well-liked for its speed, light weight, and great value as a refurbished device. Most users found it perfect for basic tasks like web browsing and light gaming, though one reviewer reported a defective charger and battery issues. Overall, it is recommended for students or anyone needing an affordable, portable computer.
Pros
- Fast performance for basic tasks
- Lightweight and compact design
- Great value for price (refurbished)
- Like-new condition reported by many
Cons
- Charger stopped working within a week
- Loud fan noise reported
- Battery fails to hold charge unplugged
- Poor condition in one case despite rating
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16" PHN16-73-95G8
The Acer Helios 16 AI is a well-built, high-performance laptop that excels at gaming, creative work, and daily productivity. Users praise its speed, ability to run AI tasks locally, and vibrant RGB lighting, all at a competitive price. While reviews are uniformly positive, the sample is small and lacks critical feedback.
Pros
- High gaming performance
- Fast AI task execution
- Great build quality
- Vibrant RGB lighting
- Competitive price point
Scores
Specifications
| Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 12.4" Surface Laptop Go 2 | Acer Predator Helios Neo 16" PHN16-73-95G8 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU | i5-1135G7 | Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | No data | |
| Cores | — | 24★ |
| Frequency | — | 2.1 GHz★ |
| L3 Cache | — | 36 MB★ |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU | Integrated Intel UHD Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | No data | |
| Type | integrated★ | discrete |
| VRAM | — | 8 GB★ |
| VRAM Type | — | GDDR7 |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | — | DDR5★ |
| Storage 1 | 256 GB | 1 TB★ |
| Storage 1 Type | SSD | NVMe SSD★ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 12.4" | 16" |
| Resolution | — | 2560 px★ |
| Panel | IPS | IPS |
| Refresh Rate | — | 240 Hz★ |
| Brightness | — | 500 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | — | 100% DCI-P3 |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | — | 2★ |
| USB Ports | — | 4★ |
| Thunderbolt | — | Thunderbolt 4 |
| HDMI | — | HDMI 2.1 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6E★ |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4★ |
| Ethernet | — | 2.5 GbE |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | — | 2.70 kg★ |
| Battery | — | 90 Wh★ |
| OS | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Home |
Pros & Cons
Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 12.4" Surface Laptop Go 2 Platinum Silver 2021
- Strong portability (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong social proof (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong reliability (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average gpu (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average storage (16th percentile)16th %ile
- Below average port selection (17th percentile)17th %ile
- Below average cpu (32nd percentile)
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16" PHN16-73-95G8
- Strong port selection (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong cpu (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong gpu (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Below average reliability (10th percentile)10th %ile
- Below average portability (10th percentile)10th %ile
Pricing
Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 12.4" Surface Laptop Go 2 Platinum Silver 2021
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16" PHN16-73-95G8
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 74 overall, wins 7 of 8 usage categories and 21 of 30 specs.
