MSI GT75 8SG (058UK Titan) vs. Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of MSI GT75 8SG (058UK Titan) and Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18). 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 GT75 8SG (058UK Titan) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI GT75 8SG (058UK Titan) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

vivid, sharp display

excellent keyboard comfort

robust build quality

advanced cooling system

heavy and bulky

short battery life

quite expensive

loud under load

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 MSI GT75 8SG (058UK Titan) and Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
82 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI GT75 8SG (058UK Titan) vs. Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI GT75 8SG (058UK Titan) Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 42.8 cm x 31.4 cm x 5.8 cm 40.4 cm x 31.16 cm x 2.915 cm
Weight 4.56 kg 3.4 kg
Case Material - Anodised aluminium
Colour - Abyssal black
DISPLAY MSI GT75 8SG (058UK Titan) Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 18" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 144 Hz 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:10
Image Brightness - 500 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare, MSI Matrix Display, MSI True Color Technology 2.0, 3 ms response rate Anti-glare, matte, ComfyView, Acer BluelightShield technology, Narrow Border Display, 9 ms response rate, Dynamic Display Switching (DDS)
PROCESSOR MSI GT75 8SG (058UK Titan) Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
CPU Intel Core i9 (8th Gen) 8950HK / 2.9 GHz Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13900HX / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.8 GHz 5.4 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 24-core
Cache 12 MB L3 - 36 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Mobile Intel CM246 Intel HM770
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 -
MEMORY MSI GT75 8SG (058UK Titan) Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
RAM 32 GB 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 128 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 5600 MHz
Rated Speed - 5600 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 4 2
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE MSI GT75 8SG (058UK Titan) Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
Total Capacity 2.024 TB -
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 2 x 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - MSI Super RAID 4, NVM Express (NVMe) 1.024 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) - Micron
Secondary Storage 1 TB HDD SATA / 7200 rpm -
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI GT75 8SG (058UK Titan) Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 12 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - Advanced Optimus
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - Full HD
Camera Features - Temporal Noise Reduction
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, subwoofer, microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Compliant Standards - DTS:X
Audio Features Dynaudio Premium Sound Technology, ESS SABRE HiFi audio DAC technology, Nahimic VR sound technology, Nahimic 3 sound technology -
COMMUNICATIONS MSI GT75 8SG (058UK Titan) Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller - Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675i - M.2 2230 (CNVi)
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Ethernet
Features Killer DoubleShot Pro Technology, Killer Shield Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY MSI GT75 8SG (058UK Titan) Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
Technology 8-cell Lithium Ion -
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER MSI GT75 8SG (058UK Titan) Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
Output - 330 Watt, 19.5 V, 16.9 A
INPUT MSI GT75 8SG (058UK Titan) Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes (RGB)
Features SteelSeries Engine 3, mechanical switches Multi-gesture touch pad, precision touchpad, Acer PredatorSense, per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI GT75 8SG (058UK Titan) Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
Interfaces Microphone input
Headphone/SPDIF combo jack
Audio line-in
Audio line-out
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
5 x USB 3.1 Gen 2
LAN
HDMI
Mini DisplayPort
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 (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE MSI GT75 8SG (058UK Titan) Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Home
MISCELLANEOUS MSI GT75 8SG (058UK Titan) Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
Included Accessories 2 x power adapters (230W + 230W) Power adapter
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features SteelSeries gaming keyboard, MSI SHIFT Technology, Cooler Titan Boost technology 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)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number - 71
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