Detailed comparison and review of Acer Predator Triton 500 (PT515-51) and MSI GL66 11UCK (251UK Pulse). 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.
Advantages and disadvantages of MSI GL66 11UCK (251UK Pulse) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.
powerful gaming performance
high refresh rate display
robust cooling system
RGB backlit keyboard
reasonable price point
average battery life
heavy build
limited port selection
noisy under load
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Acer Predator Triton 500 (PT515-51) | MSI GL66 11UCK (251UK Pulse) |
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| Product Type | Notebook | Notebook |
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| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 35.85 cm x 25.5 cm x 1.79 cm | 35.9 cm x 25.9 cm x 2.395 cm |
| Weight | 2 kg | 2.3 kg |
| Colour | Abyssal black | Titanium grey |
| DISPLAY | Acer Predator Triton 500 (PT515-51) | MSI GL66 11UCK (251UK Pulse) |
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| Screen Size (Type) | 15.6" - IPS | 15.6" |
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| 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 | - |
| Colour Gamut | 72% NTSC | 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC |
| Features | Ultra Slim Design, anti-glare, ComfyView, Mercury free, Wide Viewing Angle, Narrow Border Display, 9 ms response rate, 3ms (grey-to-grey) response rate (Overdrive), 72% NTSC colour gamut | Anti-glare, IPS-level |
| PROCESSOR | Acer Predator Triton 500 (PT515-51) | MSI GL66 11UCK (251UK Pulse) |
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| CPU | Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8300H / 2.3 GHz | Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 11800H / 2.3 GHz |
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| Max Turbo Speed | 4 GHz | 4.6 GHz |
| Number of Cores | Quad-Core | 8-core |
| Cache | L3 - 8 MB | 24 MB |
| 64-bit Computing | Yes | - |
| Chipset | Mobile Intel HM370 | Intel HM570 |
| Features | Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 | Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) |
| MEMORY | Acer Predator Triton 500 (PT515-51) | MSI GL66 11UCK (251UK Pulse) |
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| RAM | 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) | 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) |
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| Max RAM Supported | 32 GB | 64 GB |
| RAM Type | DDR4 SDRAM | DDR4 SDRAM |
| Speed | 2666 MHz | 3200 MHz |
| Rated Speed | 2666 MHz | - |
| Form Factor | SO-DIMM 260-pin | SO-DIMM 260-pin |
| Slots Qty | 2 | 2 |
| Empty Slots | 1 | 0 |
| STORAGE | Acer Predator Triton 500 (PT515-51) | MSI GL66 11UCK (251UK Pulse) |
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| Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 256 GB SSD PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) - SanDisk | 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) |
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| AUDIO & VIDEO | Acer Predator Triton 500 (PT515-51) | MSI GL66 11UCK (251UK Pulse) |
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| Graphics Processor (GPU) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 |
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| Video Memory | 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM | 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM |
| Camera | Yes - HD | Yes - 720p |
| Camera Features | 720p HD movie recording, super high dynamic range imaging (SHDR) | - |
| Video Resolutions | 1280 x 720 | - |
| Frame Rate | - | 30 frames per second |
| Sound | Stereo speakers, two microphones | Stereo speakers |
| Compliant Standards | Waves MaxxAudio | - |
| Audio Features | MaxxAudio, Acer TrueHarmony technology | Nahimic 3D audio |
| COMMUNICATIONS | Acer Predator Triton 500 (PT515-51) | MSI GL66 11UCK (251UK Pulse) |
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| Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wave 2, Bluetooth 5.0 | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 |
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| Wireless Controller | Intel Wireless-AC 9560 - M.2 Card | Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 |
| Network Interface | Gigabit Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Ethernet Controller | Killer E3000 | Realtek RTL8111 |
| Features | Wake-on-LAN (WOL) | - |
| BATTERY | Acer Predator Triton 500 (PT515-51) | MSI GL66 11UCK (251UK Pulse) |
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| Technology | 4-cell lithium polymer | 3-cell lithium polymer |
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| Battery Capacity (Size) | 5400 mAh | 53.5 Wh |
| AC ADAPTER | Acer Predator Triton 500 (PT515-51) | MSI GL66 11UCK (251UK Pulse) |
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| Input | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) | - |
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| Output | 180 Watt, 19.5 V | 150 Watt |
| INPUT | Acer Predator Triton 500 (PT515-51) | MSI GL66 11UCK (251UK Pulse) |
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| Type | Keyboard, touchpad | Keyboard, touchpad |
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| Numeric Keypad | - | Yes |
| Keyboard Backlight | Yes (RGB) | Yes (RGB) |
| Features | Multi-gesture touch pad, Acer FineTip keyboard, precision touchpad, moisture-resistant | - |
| CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | Acer Predator Triton 500 (PT515-51) | MSI GL66 11UCK (251UK Pulse) |
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| Interfaces | LAN HDMI DisplayPort 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 USB 3.1 Gen 1 (with power off charging) Headphone output Microphone input USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) |
HDMI USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 USB 2.0 LAN |
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| SOFTWARE | Acer Predator Triton 500 (PT515-51) | MSI GL66 11UCK (251UK Pulse) |
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| Operating System (OS) | Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition | Windows 10 Home |
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| Software Included | - | WinZip, Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), SteelSeries Engine 3, MSI Dragon Gaming Center, Killer Network Manager, Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), MSI True Color 2.0, Nahimic VR, Nahimic Audio Enhancer 3, NVIDIA GeForce Experience, MSI APP Player |
| MISCELLANEOUS | Acer Predator Triton 500 (PT515-51) | MSI GL66 11UCK (251UK Pulse) |
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| Included Accessories | Power adapter | Power adapter |
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| Security Slot Type | Kensington security slot | - |
| Theft/Intrusion Protection | Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) | - |
| Features | Acer Purified.Voice technology | Cooler Boost 5 technology |
| Manufacturer Warranty | Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in International travellers warranty - 1 year |
Limited warranty - 1 year |
| Model Number | 56TY | - |
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