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Sep 15, 2026 12:33 AM

ACEMAGIC S16 Laptop: Ryzen 7 H 255, 16" FHD+ IPS, 24GB DDR5, 512GB SSD

$579

$799

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Ace Magic has ACEMAGIC S16 Laptop for $579. Shipping is free.

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Specs:
  • AMD Ryzen 7 H255 Processor 8 Core / 16 Thread 3.8GHz Processor
  • 16" 1920x1200 60Hz IPS Display
  • 24GB LPDDR5 6400MT/s Memory
  • 512GB M.2 2280 NVMe PCIe3.0 SSD
  • AMD Radeon 780M Integrated Graphics
  • WiFi 6 + Bluetooth 5.2
  • Backlit Keyboard
  • Windows 11 Pro
  • Ports:
    • 1x HDMI
    • 2x USB 3.2
    • 1x USB-C (full function)
    • 1x USB 2.0
    • 1x Type-C DC Jack
    • 1x 3.5mm Headphone Jack

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Ace Magic has ACEMAGIC S16 Laptop for $579. Shipping is free.

Thanks to community member WoodSlayR for finding this deal.

Specs:
  • AMD Ryzen 7 H255 Processor 8 Core / 16 Thread 3.8GHz Processor
  • 16" 1920x1200 60Hz IPS Display
  • 24GB LPDDR5 6400MT/s Memory
  • 512GB M.2 2280 NVMe PCIe3.0 SSD
  • AMD Radeon 780M Integrated Graphics
  • WiFi 6 + Bluetooth 5.2
  • Backlit Keyboard
  • Windows 11 Pro
  • Ports:
    • 1x HDMI
    • 2x USB 3.2
    • 1x USB-C (full function)
    • 1x USB 2.0
    • 1x Type-C DC Jack
    • 1x 3.5mm Headphone Jack

Editor's Notes

Written by johnny_miller | Staff
  • Please see the original post for additional details & give the forum comments a read for helpful discussion.

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Seems like a decent deal considering the crazy high prices of RAM nowadays. 24GB of DDR5 ram would cost you over 300 bucks just by itself.
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The ACEMAGIC S16 pairs a Ryzen 7 H 255 and Radeon 780M with 24GB of LPDDR5 memory, making it a strong value for gaming and on device inference. The dual channel 2x12GB setup matters for iGPU performance, and the CPU and graphics are described as roughly Z1 Extreme class. The price looks especially attractive against current DDR5 pricing. The main cautions are the unclear PCIe 3.0 limited 2280 slots, concerns about cheap internal parts, and the fact that S16 variants are not all equivalent.

Common Questions (5)

  • It is dual-channel, configured as 2x12GB rather than 1x24GB. That matters for iGPU performance and on-device inference, and it is also LPDDR5 rather than SODIMM slots.

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  • The Ryzen 7 H 255 with Radeon 780M is described as a Z1 Extreme-class setup and can run a lot of games. The dual-channel memory configuration helps the integrated GPU perform properly.

    WoodSlayRKingArthur10KingArthur10Shogun749

  • At $579, the 24GB DDR5 memory alone is framed as unusually expensive, with 24GB sticks or equivalent memory pricing often cited above $300. The CPU and iGPU are also considered capable for the price.

    WoodSlayRjohnny_5.0WoodSlayR

  • The CPU and RAM are praised, but the internal components are flagged as potentially cheap, with reports of failures after 6 to 12 months, including battery degradation and motherboard issues. A separate long-term ownership report says an ACEMAGIC laptop can also last for years without problems.

    Shogun749bigtex999

  • No. The different S16 variants are not equivalent, so the exact RAM, storage, and component configuration should be checked before buying.

    WoodSlayR

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Sep 16, 2026 4:25 AM
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Shogun749Sep 16, 2026 4:25 AM
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Quote from JoeyDigital View quoted comment :
Can this run Fortnite?
This runs a lot of games. Its a z1 extreme equivalent.
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Sep 16, 2026 5:11 AM
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Shogun749Sep 16, 2026 5:11 AM
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Tech communities note that while the CPU and RAM inside the S16 are excellent, ACEMAGIC uses incredibly cheap internal components (like capacitors, resistors, and battery cells) to keep prices low. Reviewers point out that these laptops generally hold up fine for the first 6 to 12 months, but have a high failure rate shortly after. Battery degradation and sudden motherboard failures are common complaints. So this is great for porn.... until it blows up.
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Sep 16, 2026 5:33 AM
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Quote from Shogun749 View quoted comment :
Tech communities note that while the CPU and RAM inside the S16 are excellent, ACEMAGIC uses incredibly cheap internal components (like capacitors, resistors, and battery cells) to keep prices low. Reviewers point out that these laptops generally hold up fine for the first 6 to 12 months, but have a high failure rate shortly after. Battery degradation and sudden motherboard failures are common complaints. So this is great for porn.... until it blows up.
FWIW, i have had an acemagic 15" laptop for three plus years, daily use since purchase, open/close multiple times/day, probably 10 one-week plus travel trips with it, battery is still as new, i do tend to keep it plugged in but i will let it drain several times per year. Absolutely zero problems. I have had dells that performed worse in the longevity category. I think i paid $320 for it, don't remember all the specific specs.
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Sep 16, 2026 3:29 PM
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KaosTheory360Sep 16, 2026 3:29 PM
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Can the wifi card be upgraded w/ a wifi 7?
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Sep 16, 2026 9:07 PM
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WoodSlayRSep 16, 2026 9:07 PM
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Quote from Shogun749 View quoted comment :
This runs a lot of games. Its a z1 extreme equivalent.
From what I understand, the z1 extreme chipset uses the actual 780M gpu, so it's not an equivalent, it's literally the same GPU.
Last edited by WoodSlayR September 16, 2026 at 06:21 PM.
Sep 17, 2026 6:35 AM
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BillL7756Sep 17, 2026 6:35 AM
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Quote from WoodSlayR View quoted comment :
From what I understand, the z1 extreme chipset uses the actual 780M gpu, so it's not an equivalent, it's literally the same GPU.
A lot of different chips use the 780m iGPU and different variants of it.
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WoodSlayRSep 17, 2026 2:53 PM
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Quote from BillL7756 View quoted comment :
A lot of different chips use the 780m iGPU and different variants of it.
And all the different variants of it aren't even equivalent to each other.

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Sep 18, 2026 12:20 AM
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ZakT659Sep 18, 2026 12:20 AM
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Quote from johnny_5.0 View quoted comment :
Not bad for the price. The CPU / iGPU are still super capable. The weirdest thing which I'm hoping is a typo are the PCIe 3.0 limited 2280 slots.
Max throughput for SSDs is largely irrelevant and just makes for wastes energy. For gaming and nearly all regular uses, the difference between SATA and pcie 5.0 is negligible.
Sep 18, 2026 7:43 PM
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Gringo.LocoSep 18, 2026 7:43 PM
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Nice deal
Sep 20, 2026 5:32 PM
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fungameSep 20, 2026 5:32 PM
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Never heard of acemagic before....are they located in US? anyone with experience of dealing with warranty (before 8/2025 they were offering 3 years warranty and now 2 years)
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Sep 27, 2026 1:40 AM
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SeriousFog3159Sep 27, 2026 1:40 AM
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Small battery but probably still good value for some people
Oct 15, 2026 1:08 PM
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BetaRocOct 15, 2026 1:08 PM
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My biggest issue is the seller. Acemagic. Seems sketch. Buy a laptop and a year from now you are burnt on any support

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