Razer Blade 15 Base vs. Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Razer Blade 15 Base 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.

Razer Blade 15 Base Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Razer Blade 15 Base based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

premium aluminum chassis

compact, portable design

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

RGB keyboard lighting

average battery life

limited upgradeability

high price point

noisy 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 Razer Blade 15 Base and Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
82 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Razer Blade 15 Base vs. Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Razer Blade 15 Base Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.5 cm x 23.5 cm x 1.99 cm 40.4 cm x 31.16 cm x 2.915 cm
Weight 2.09 kg 3.4 kg
Case Material Aluminum Anodised aluminium
Colour Black | Black anodised finish Abyssal black
DISPLAY Razer Blade 15 Base Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 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 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness - 500 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% DCI-P3
Features Matte, Factory Calibration, Wide Viewing Angle, 4.9 mm bezel Anti-glare, matte, ComfyView, Acer BluelightShield technology, Narrow Border Display, 9 ms response rate, Dynamic Display Switching (DDS)
PROCESSOR Razer Blade 15 Base Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
CPU Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10750H / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13900HX / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz 5.4 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 24-core
Cache 12 MB L3 - 36 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Intel HM470 Intel HM770
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology, Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT) -
MEMORY Razer Blade 15 Base Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2933 MHz 5600 MHz
Rated Speed 2933 MHz 5600 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE Razer Blade 15 Base Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 1.024 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) - Micron
AUDIO & VIDEO Razer Blade 15 Base Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 12 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus Advanced Optimus
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - Full HD
Resolution 1 Megapixel -
Camera Features - Temporal Noise Reduction
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos DTS:X
COMMUNICATIONS Razer Blade 15 Base Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 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 Ethernet
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Razer Blade 15 Base Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
Technology Lithium polymer -
Battery Capacity (Size) 65 Wh 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER Razer Blade 15 Base Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
Output 230 Watt 330 Watt, 19.5 V, 16.9 A
INPUT Razer Blade 15 Base Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes (RGB)
Features Precision touchpad, Chroma lighting system, N-key rollover Multi-gesture touch pad, precision touchpad, Acer PredatorSense, per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Razer Blade 15 Base Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
Slots 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4 / SATA) (1 free) -
Interfaces LAN
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 3)
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
HDMI
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)
SOFTWARE Razer Blade 15 Base Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Home
Software Included Razer Synapse 3 -
MISCELLANEOUS Razer Blade 15 Base Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features - 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 - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number - 71
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