Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-55) vs. Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-55)
Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-55)

Our Rating: 78 %

Detailed comparison and review of Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-55) and Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-55) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-55) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

affordable price point

cooling system efficiency

expandable storage options

decent build quality

heavyweight design

average battery life

dim display

limited color accuracy

Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

vibrant large display

advanced cooling system

expandable storage options

high-quality speakers

heavier than competitors

short battery life

expensive base model

limited port selection

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-55) and Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
69 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
82 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-55) vs. Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-55) Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.34 cm x 25.5 cm x 2.39 cm 40.4 cm x 31.16 cm x 2.915 cm
Weight 2.3 kg 3.4 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate, ABS plastic Anodised aluminium
Colour Obsidian black Abyssal black
DISPLAY Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-55) Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 18" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 144 Hz 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 500 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare, ComfyView, 25 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display Anti-glare, matte, ComfyView, Acer BluelightShield technology, Narrow Border Display, 9 ms response rate, Dynamic Display Switching (DDS)
PROCESSOR Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-55) Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10300H / 2.5 GHz Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13900HX / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 5.4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 24-core
Cache 8 MB L3 - 36 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Intel HM470 Intel HM770
Features Intel Smart Cache -
MEMORY Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-55) Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed - 5600 MHz
Rated Speed - 5600 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-55) Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD 1.024 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) - Micron
AUDIO & VIDEO Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-55) Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Ti NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 12 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - Advanced Optimus
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - HD Yes - Full HD
Camera Features - Temporal Noise Reduction
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, two microphones
Codec Realtek ALC295 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, DTS:X Ultra DTS:X
Audio Features Acer TrueHarmony technology -
COMMUNICATIONS Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-55) Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 2230 Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675i - M.2 2230 (CNVi)
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Killer Ethernet E2600 -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-55) Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-55) Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 135 Watt 330 Watt, 19.5 V, 16.9 A
INPUT Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-55) Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Multi-gesture touch pad, Acer FineTip keyboard, precision touchpad Multi-gesture touch pad, precision touchpad, Acer PredatorSense, per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-55) Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
Interfaces HDMI
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (with power off charging)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (with power off charging)
LAN
USB 3.2 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-55) Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Home
MISCELLANEOUS Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-55) Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
Included Accessories Power adapter, HDD kit Power adapter
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Acer CoolBoost technology, Acer NitroSense Administrator password, system password, 5th Gen AeroBlade 3D fan technology
SAR Value 1.12 W/kg (body), 1.12 W/kg (limb), 1.12 W/kg (head) 0.832 W/kg (body), 0.832 W/kg (head), 0.832 W/kg (limb)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number 50TZ 71
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