MSI Crosshair 15 (R6E B12UGZ) vs. Acer Predator Helios 300 SpatialLabs Edition (PH315)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of MSI Crosshair 15 (R6E B12UGZ) and Acer Predator Helios 300 SpatialLabs Edition (PH315). 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.

MSI Crosshair 15 (R6E B12UGZ) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Crosshair 15 (R6E B12UGZ) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

robust build quality

effective thermal management

RGB keyboard lighting

heavy and bulky

short battery life

limited port selection

high price point

Acer Predator Helios 300 SpatialLabs Edition (PH315) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Predator Helios 300 SpatialLabs Edition (PH315) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

innovative 3D display

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate

ample connectivity options

attractive design

high price point

average battery life

heavy build

limited upgradability

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI Crosshair 15 (R6E B12UGZ) and Acer Predator Helios 300 SpatialLabs Edition (PH315)
82 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
83 % - Design
83 % - Display
90 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI Crosshair 15 (R6E B12UGZ) vs. Acer Predator Helios 300 SpatialLabs Edition (PH315) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI Crosshair 15 (R6E B12UGZ) Acer Predator Helios 300 SpatialLabs Edition (PH315)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.9 cm x 25.9 cm x 2.69 cm 35.94 cm x 27.64 cm x 2.755 cm
Weight 2.3 kg 3 kg
Case Material - Anodised aluminium
Colour Multi-colour gradient Abyssal black
DISPLAY MSI Crosshair 15 (R6E B12UGZ) Acer Predator Helios 300 SpatialLabs Edition (PH315)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1440 (QHD) 3840 x 2160 (Ultra HD 4K)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 165 Hz 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 380 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% DCI-P3 100% Adobe RGB
Features IPS-level Glare, CineCrystal, 3D Effect Game, 30 ms response rate, 1920 x 2160 resolution in 3D mode
PROCESSOR MSI Crosshair 15 (R6E B12UGZ) Acer Predator Helios 300 SpatialLabs Edition (PH315)
CPU Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i9 (12th Gen) 12900H / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores 14-core 14-core
Cache 24 MB 24 MB
Features - Intel Smart Cache, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0
MEMORY MSI Crosshair 15 (R6E B12UGZ) Acer Predator Helios 300 SpatialLabs Edition (PH315)
RAM 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) 32 GB (2 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed - 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE MSI Crosshair 15 (R6E B12UGZ) Acer Predator Helios 300 SpatialLabs Edition (PH315)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 1.024 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - Micron
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI Crosshair 15 (R6E B12UGZ) Acer Predator Helios 300 SpatialLabs Edition (PH315)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features Dynamic Boost -
Gaming Yes Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Camera Features - Temporal Noise Reduction
Video Resolutions - 1280 x 720
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Speakers, 2 microphones
Compliant Standards - DTS:X Ultra
Audio Features Nahimic sound technology -
COMMUNICATIONS MSI Crosshair 15 (R6E B12UGZ) Acer Predator Helios 300 SpatialLabs Edition (PH315)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675i - M.2 2230 (CNVi)
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8111 Killer Ethernet E2600
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY MSI Crosshair 15 (R6E B12UGZ) Acer Predator Helios 300 SpatialLabs Edition (PH315)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 53.5 Wh 90 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 6 hours
AC ADAPTER MSI Crosshair 15 (R6E B12UGZ) Acer Predator Helios 300 SpatialLabs Edition (PH315)
Output 240 Watt 280 Watt, 19.5 V, 14.36 A
INPUT MSI Crosshair 15 (R6E B12UGZ) Acer Predator Helios 300 SpatialLabs Edition (PH315)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features 1.7mm travel distance Multi-gesture touch pad, Acer PredatorSense, per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI Crosshair 15 (R6E B12UGZ) Acer Predator Helios 300 SpatialLabs Edition (PH315)
Slots 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0) (1 free) -
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
HDMI
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Mini DisplayPort 1.4
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (with power off charging)
USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN (RJ-45)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE MSI Crosshair 15 (R6E B12UGZ) Acer Predator Helios 300 SpatialLabs Edition (PH315)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Advanced Windows 11 Home
Software Included Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), MSI Mystic Light, NVIDIA GeForce Experience, MSI APP Player, MSI Center, MSI Battery Master, MSI Companion, Game Highlights, Ambient Link, Crosshair SpatialLabs TrueGame
MISCELLANEOUS MSI Crosshair 15 (R6E B12UGZ) Acer Predator Helios 300 SpatialLabs Edition (PH315)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, 4-cell Li-Ion 90Wh battery
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) solution
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Cooler Boost 5 technology Administrator password, system password, Acer CoolBoost technology, 5th Gen AeroBlade 3D fan technology
Compliant Standards - HDCP
SAR Value - 1.12 W/kg (body), 1.12 W/kg (limb), 1.12 W/kg (head)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number 297UK 55s
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