Alienware x17 R2 vs. Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Alienware x17 R2 and Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18). 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.

Alienware x17 R2 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Alienware x17 R2 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high-refresh-rate display

advanced cooling technology

customizable rgb lighting

premium build quality

expensive price point

heavy and bulky

short battery life

limited upgradeability

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 Alienware x17 R2 and Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
82 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Alienware x17 R2 vs. Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Alienware x17 R2 Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.923 cm x 29.957 cm x 2.09 cm 40.4 cm x 31.16 cm x 2.915 cm
Weight 2.99 kg 3.4 kg
Case Material - Anodised aluminium
Colour Lunar light Abyssal black
DISPLAY Alienware x17 R2 Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 18" - IPS
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
Pixel Density (ppi) 127 -
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 480 Hz 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 500 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare, Wide Viewing Angle, 3 ms response rate, ±85° horizontal viewing angle, ±85° vertical viewing angle, 0.2 mm pixel pitch Anti-glare, matte, ComfyView, Acer BluelightShield technology, Narrow Border Display, 9 ms response rate, Dynamic Display Switching (DDS)
PROCESSOR Alienware x17 R2 Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
CPU Intel Core i9 (12th Gen) 12900HK / 2.5 GHz Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13900HX / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz 5.4 GHz
Number of Cores 14-core 24-core
Cache L3 - 24 MB L3 - 36 MB
Chipset - Intel HM770
Features Intel Smart Cache, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 -
MEMORY Alienware x17 R2 Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
RAM 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz 5600 MHz
Rated Speed 4800 MHz 5600 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 262-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE Alienware x17 R2 Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 1.024 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) - Micron
AUDIO & VIDEO Alienware x17 R2 Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 16 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 12 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features NVIDIA G-SYNC, AMD FreeSync, Advanced Optimus Advanced Optimus
Gaming Yes Yes
Camera Yes - 1280 x 720 (standard), 640 x 360 (infrared) Yes - Full HD
Resolution 0.92 Megapixel (standard), 0.23 Megapixel (infrared) -
Camera Features IR/RGB camera, 75.8 degrees Temporal Noise Reduction
Image Sensor Type CMOS -
Video Resolutions 1280 x 720 -
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Two tweeters, two woofers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Codec Realtek ALC3281 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio DTS:X
COMMUNICATIONS Alienware x17 R2 Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675 Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675i - M.2 2230 (CNVi)
Network Interface 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Killer Ethernet E3100G -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Alienware x17 R2 Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
Technology 6-cell Lithium Ion -
Battery Capacity (Size) 87 Wh 90 Wh
Battery Life Up to 6 hours -
AC ADAPTER Alienware x17 R2 Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 19.5 V 330 Watt, 19.5 V, 16.9 A
INPUT Alienware x17 R2 Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
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, precision touchpad, Acer PredatorSense, per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Alienware x17 R2 Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
Interfaces HDMI
Mini DisplayPort 1.4
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (PowerShare)
LAN (RJ-45)
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, microSDHC, microSDXC) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Alienware x17 R2 Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home
Software Included Microsoft Office 2013 (Trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Alienware x17 R2 Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features AlienFX Lighting Zones, retail packaging Administrator password, system password, 5th Gen AeroBlade 3D fan technology
SAR Value - 0.832 W/kg (body), 0.832 W/kg (head), 0.832 W/kg (limb)
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number - 71
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