Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317) vs. Acer Predator Triton 300SE (PT314)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317) and Acer Predator Triton 300SE (PT314). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

robust build quality

good thermal management

reasonable price point

heavy and bulky

average battery life

limited color accuracy

noisy under load

Acer Predator Triton 300SE (PT314) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Predator Triton 300SE (PT314) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

compact, lightweight design

fast refresh rate display

good thermal management

decent battery life

limited upgradeability

average speaker quality

noisy under load

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317) and Acer Predator Triton 300SE (PT314)
86 % - Design
86 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317) vs. Acer Predator Triton 300SE (PT314) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317) Acer Predator Triton 300SE (PT314)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.8 cm x 27.53 cm x 2.655 cm 32.3 cm x 22.8 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 2.9 kg 1.8 kg
Case Material Anodised aluminium Anodised aluminium
Colour Abyssal black Sparkly silver
DISPLAY Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317) Acer Predator Triton 300SE (PT314)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" - IPS 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 144 Hz 144 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare, ComfyView, Narrow Border Display, 9 ms response rate, 3ms response rate (Overdrive) Anti-glare, ComfyView, 25 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display
PROCESSOR Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317) Acer Predator Triton 300SE (PT314)
CPU Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 11800H Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 11370H / 3.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 4.8 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core Quad-Core
Cache 24 MB 12 MB
Chipset Intel HM570 -
Features Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317) Acer Predator Triton 300SE (PT314)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 24 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz -
Rated Speed 3200 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317) Acer Predator Triton 300SE (PT314)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1.024 TB SSD M.2 2280 - Micron 1.024 TB SSD - Self-Encrypting Drive - Samsung
AUDIO & VIDEO Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317) Acer Predator Triton 300SE (PT314)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Camera Yes - HD Yes - HD
Camera Features - Windows Hello
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, two microphones
Compliant Standards DTS:X Ultra DTS:X Ultra
Audio Features Acer TrueHarmony technology -
COMMUNICATIONS Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317) Acer Predator Triton 300SE (PT314)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650i - M.2 2230 (CNVi) Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650i - M.2 2230 (CNVi)
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Killer Ethernet E2600 -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317) Acer Predator Triton 300SE (PT314)
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 60 Wh
AC ADAPTER Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317) Acer Predator Triton 300SE (PT314)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 330 Watt, 19.5 V, 16.9 A 180 Watt, 19.5 V, 9.23 A
INPUT Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317) Acer Predator Triton 300SE (PT314)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes
Features Multi-gesture touch pad, Acer FineTip keyboard, precision touchpad, Acer PredatorSense, 4 RGB zones Acer FineTip keyboard, multi-touch touchpad, precision touchpad, Acer PredatorSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317) Acer Predator Triton 300SE (PT314)
Interfaces HDMI
Mini DisplayPort
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (with power off charging)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (DC-In combo, Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (with power off charging)
USB 3.2 Gen 2
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317) Acer Predator Triton 300SE (PT314)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home
MISCELLANEOUS Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317) Acer Predator Triton 300SE (PT314)
Included Accessories Power adapter, HDD kit Power adapter
Security - Fingerprint reader
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 5th Gen AeroBlade 3D fan technology 5th Gen AeroBlade 3D fan technology
SAR Value 1.12 W/kg (body), 1.12 W/kg (limb), 1.12 W/kg (head) 1.12 W/kg (body), 1.12 W/kg (limb), 1.12 W/kg (head)
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 55 51s
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