MSI GL63 9SD (478UK) vs. Acer Predator Helios 700 (PH717-71)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of MSI GL63 9SD (478UK) and Acer Predator Helios 700 (PH717-71). 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.

MSI GL63 9SD (478UK) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI GL63 9SD (478UK) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

vivid full-hd display

comfortable keyboard layout

reasonable price point

decent cooling system

average battery life

heavy build

limited port selection

noisy under load

Acer Predator Helios 700 (PH717-71) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Predator Helios 700 (PH717-71) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

innovative sliding keyboard

high-refresh-rate display

robust build quality

effective cooling system

quite heavy

short battery life

expensive

loud under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI GL63 9SD (478UK) and Acer Predator Helios 700 (PH717-71)
69 % - Design
72 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI GL63 9SD (478UK) vs. Acer Predator Helios 700 (PH717-71) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI GL63 9SD (478UK) Acer Predator Helios 700 (PH717-71)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 38.3 cm x 26 cm x 2.95 cm 43 cm x 29.9 cm x 4.17 cm
Weight 2.3 kg 4.9 kg
Colour Black Abyssal black
DISPLAY MSI GL63 9SD (478UK) Acer Predator Helios 700 (PH717-71)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 17.3" - 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
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness - 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 72% NTSC
Features WideView Anti-glare, Mercury free, Wide Viewing Angle, NVIDIA Self Refresh (NVSR), 9 ms response rate, 7 ms (grey-to-grey) response rate, 72% NTSC colour gamut
PROCESSOR MSI GL63 9SD (478UK) Acer Predator Helios 700 (PH717-71)
CPU Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 6-core
Cache - L3 - 12 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 MSI GL63 9SD (478UK) Acer Predator Helios 700 (PH717-71)
RAM 16 GB 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 4
Empty Slots - 2
STORAGE MSI GL63 9SD (478UK) Acer Predator Helios 700 (PH717-71)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD - SanDisk
Secondary Storage 1 TB HDD / 7200 rpm 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 7200 rpm - Seagate
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI GL63 9SD (478UK) Acer Predator Helios 700 (PH717-71)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA CUDA Technology, NVIDIA PhysX, GameStream technology, NVIDIA Battery Boost technology, NVIDIA Ansel
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1920 x 1080
Camera Features - Super high dynamic range imaging (SHDR)
Video Resolutions - 1080p
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers Five speakers, subwoofer, two microphones
Audio Features - MaxxAudio, MaxxVolume, Acer TrueHarmony technology, MaxxBass, MaxxDialog, Waves Nx
VR Ready - Yes
COMMUNICATIONS MSI GL63 9SD (478UK) Acer Predator Helios 700 (PH717-71)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wave 2/ax
Wireless Controller - Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650x - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Killer E3000
Features - Wake-on-LAN (WOL)
BATTERY MSI GL63 9SD (478UK) Acer Predator Helios 700 (PH717-71)
Technology 6-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 51 Wh 72 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 3 hours
AC ADAPTER MSI GL63 9SD (478UK) Acer Predator Helios 700 (PH717-71)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 180 Watt 330 Watt, 19.5 V
INPUT MSI GL63 9SD (478UK) Acer Predator Helios 700 (PH717-71)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Red backlighting Programmable buttons, multi-gesture touch pad, Acer FineTip keyboard, precision touchpad, removable wrist rest, moisture-resistant, per-key RGB, MagForce WASD keys
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI GL63 9SD (478UK) Acer Predator Helios 700 (PH717-71)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
HDMI
Microphone input
Headphone output
LAN
Mini DisplayPort
USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
USB 3.1 Gen 2 (with power off charging)
DisplayPort
HDMI
LAN
Headphone output
Microphone input
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 2
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE MSI GL63 9SD (478UK) Acer Predator Helios 700 (PH717-71)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS MSI GL63 9SD (478UK) Acer Predator Helios 700 (PH717-71)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, pouch
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features - Administrator password, system password, hard drive password, Acer Purified.Voice technology, MU-MIMO technology, HDCP Compliant
Compliant Standards - DisplayPort 1.4
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number - 714G
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