MSI GS66 11UE (250UK Stealth) vs. Acer Predator Helios 300 SpatialLabs Edition (PH315)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of MSI GS66 11UE (250UK Stealth) and Acer Predator Helios 300 SpatialLabs Edition (PH315). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

MSI GS66 11UE (250UK Stealth) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI GS66 11UE (250UK Stealth) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

sleek, portable design

robust build quality

advanced cooling system

premium price point

average battery life

noisy under load

limited port selection

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 GS66 11UE (250UK Stealth) and Acer Predator Helios 300 SpatialLabs Edition (PH315)
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery
83 % - Design
83 % - Display
90 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI GS66 11UE (250UK Stealth) vs. Acer Predator Helios 300 SpatialLabs Edition (PH315) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI GS66 11UE (250UK Stealth) Acer Predator Helios 300 SpatialLabs Edition (PH315)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.83 cm x 24.8 cm x 1.98 cm 35.94 cm x 27.64 cm x 2.755 cm
Weight 2.1 kg 3 kg
Case Material - Anodised aluminium
Colour Core black Abyssal black
DISPLAY MSI GS66 11UE (250UK Stealth) 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% Adobe RGB
Features MSI Matrix Display, MSI True Color Technology 2.0, narrow-bezel design, IPS-level Glare, CineCrystal, 3D Effect Game, 30 ms response rate, 1920 x 2160 resolution in 3D mode
PROCESSOR MSI GS66 11UE (250UK Stealth) Acer Predator Helios 300 SpatialLabs Edition (PH315)
CPU Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 11800H / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i9 (12th Gen) 12900H / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 14-core
Cache 24 MB 24 MB
Chipset Intel HM570 -
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) Intel Smart Cache, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0
MEMORY MSI GS66 11UE (250UK Stealth) Acer Predator Helios 300 SpatialLabs Edition (PH315)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 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 3200 MHz 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE MSI GS66 11UE (250UK Stealth) 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 GS66 11UE (250UK Stealth) 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 NVIDIA Resizable BAR, Dynamic Boost 2.0 -
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Camera Features IR camera 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 Dynaudio Premium Sound Technology, Nahimic VR sound technology, Nahimic 3 sound technology -
COMMUNICATIONS MSI GS66 11UE (250UK Stealth) 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 6E AX 210 Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675i - M.2 2230 (CNVi)
Network Interface 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Killer Ethernet E2600
Features Killer DoubleShot Pro Technology, dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY MSI GS66 11UE (250UK Stealth) Acer Predator Helios 300 SpatialLabs Edition (PH315)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 99.9 Wh 90 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 6 hours
AC ADAPTER MSI GS66 11UE (250UK Stealth) Acer Predator Helios 300 SpatialLabs Edition (PH315)
Output 230 Watt 280 Watt, 19.5 V, 14.36 A
INPUT MSI GS66 11UE (250UK Stealth) Acer Predator Helios 300 SpatialLabs Edition (PH315)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes (RGB)
Features SteelSeries Engine 3, per-key RGB Multi-gesture touch pad, Acer PredatorSense, per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI GS66 11UE (250UK Stealth) Acer Predator Helios 300 SpatialLabs Edition (PH315)
Slots 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0) (1 free)
1 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0) (0 free)
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Interfaces LAN
HDMI
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
Headphone/microphone combo jack
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 GS66 11UE (250UK Stealth) Acer Predator Helios 300 SpatialLabs Edition (PH315)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Advanced Windows 11 Home
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 SpatialLabs TrueGame
MISCELLANEOUS MSI GS66 11UE (250UK Stealth) 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 SteelSeries gaming keyboard, Cooler Boost Trinity+ 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 - 55s
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