Which is better for video editing?

The Acer. Its 20-core Core Ultra 7 255HX has far more threads than the Thunderobot's 10-core i7-13620H, which speeds up exports and multitasking. Both use the same RTX 5070 GPU.

Which has the better screen for gaming?

The Acer's 240Hz 2560x1600 panel is faster and slightly sharper. The Thunderobot's 17.3-inch 165Hz QHD screen is bigger, which some players prefer for immersion.

Can I upgrade the RAM later?

Yes on both, but the Thunderobot takes up to 64GB and the Acer up to 32GB. If you plan to run 64GB, the Thunderobot is the only option.

Is the Thunderobot worth its price?

At $1,498.94 at Walmart as of November 3, 2026, it is the only one of the two with a listed price. It recently sold for $1,379.99 on November 2, 2026, so watch for a return to that level.

Which is more portable?

The Thunderobot is slightly lighter at about 5.84 lbs versus about 6 lb for the Acer. Neither is a thin-and-light; both are desktop replacements.

Do both have Ethernet?

Yes. The Thunderobot lists Ethernet, HDMI, USB-C, USB-A and a headphone jack. The Acer's listing confirms Ethernet.

Thunderobot Storm 17 17.3" QHD 165Hz Gaming Laptop vs Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI PHN16-73-77QA Gaming Laptop

Both are 16-inch-class RTX 5070 gaming laptops with 16GB RAM and 1TB SSD. The Thunderobot Storm 17 gives you a bigger 17.3-inch QHD 165Hz screen, a 10-core i7-13620H, and RAM expandable to 64GB, at $1,498.94 at Walmart as of November 3, 2026. The Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 AI has the newer Core Ultra 7 255HX with 20 cores, a sharper 2560x1600 240Hz panel, and a 1080p IR camera. Pick the Acer for CPU-heavy work and a faster panel; pick the Thunderobot for screen size and cheaper RAM upgrades.

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