Alienware M15 R2 vs. Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317-53)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Alienware M15 R2
Alienware M15 R2

Our Rating: 85 %

Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317-53)
Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317-53)

Our Rating: 85 %

Detailed comparison and review of Alienware M15 R2 and Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317-53). 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.

Alienware M15 R2 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Alienware M15 R2 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

striking slim design

powerful gaming performance

high-quality display

customizable rgb lighting

advanced cooling technology

high price point

average battery life

limited port selection

noisy under load

Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317-53) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317-53) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

vibrant full-hd display

effective cooling system

customizable rgb keyboard

reasonable price point

heavier than competitors

average battery life

limited port selection

loud under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Alienware M15 R2 and Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317-53)
87 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
86 % - Design
82 % - Display
86 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Alienware M15 R2 vs. Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317-53) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Alienware M15 R2 Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317-53)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.05 cm x 27.6 cm x 1.95 cm 40.35 cm x 28 cm x 2.47 cm
Weight 2.16 kg 2.9 kg
Colour Lunar light Abyssal black
DISPLAY Alienware M15 R2 Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317-53)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 17.3" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) 141 -
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 144 Hz 144 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% -
Features Anti-glare, Tobii IR Eye-tracking, ±85° horizontal viewing angle, ±85° vertical viewing angle, 9 ms response rate, 0.179 mm pixel pitch Anti-glare, ComfyView, Narrow Border Display, 9 ms response rate, 3ms response rate (Overdrive)
PROCESSOR Alienware M15 R2 Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317-53)
CPU Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (9th Gen) 9300H / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core Quad-Core
Cache 12 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 Mobile Intel HM370
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY Alienware M15 R2 Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317-53)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 8 GB (2 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE Alienware M15 R2 Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317-53)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - Self-Encrypting Drive, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung
Secondary Storage - 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 7200 rpm - Seagate
AUDIO & VIDEO Alienware M15 R2 Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317-53)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features Overclocked -
Camera Yes - Full HD Yes - HD
Resolution 0.92 Megapixel -
Camera Features 74.9 degrees, RGB camera -
Image Sensor Type CMOS -
Video Resolutions 1280 x 720 -
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Codec Realtek ALC3281-CG -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio -
Audio Features - Acer TrueHarmony Plus technology
COMMUNICATIONS Alienware M15 R2 Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317-53)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wave 2/ax
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 Killer Wireless-AC 1650x - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Killer E2500
Features - Killer DoubleShot Pro Technology
BATTERY Alienware M15 R2 Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317-53)
Technology 6-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 76 Wh 59 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 6 hours
AC ADAPTER Alienware M15 R2 Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317-53)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 19.5 V 180 Watt, 19.5 V
INPUT Alienware M15 R2 Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317-53)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes (RGB)
Features Multi-gesture touch pad, Per-Key illumination Multi-gesture touch pad, Acer FineTip keyboard, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Alienware M15 R2 Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317-53)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (PowerShare)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3)
HDMI
Mini DisplayPort
Graphics Amplifier Port
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
LAN
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 2 (with power off charging)
Mini DisplayPort
HDMI
SOFTWARE Alienware M15 R2 Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317-53)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Advanced 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Alienware M15 R2 Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317-53)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Slot Type Noble Wedge security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features MIMO technology, AlienFX Lighting Zones, Cryo-Tech cooling v3.0 -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number - 59N9
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