Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317) vs. Razer Blade 15 Base

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317) and Razer Blade 15 Base. 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.

Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

robust build quality

good thermal management

reasonable price point

heavy and bulky

average battery life

limited color accuracy

noisy under load

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

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317) and Razer Blade 15 Base
86 % - Design
86 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317) vs. Razer Blade 15 Base Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317) Razer Blade 15 Base
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.8 cm x 27.53 cm x 2.655 cm 35.5 cm x 23.5 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 2.9 kg 2.09 kg
Case Material Anodised aluminium Aluminum
Colour Abyssal black Black | Black anodised finish
DISPLAY Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317) Razer Blade 15 Base
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" - IPS 15.6"
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 144 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, ComfyView, Narrow Border Display, 9 ms response rate, 3ms response rate (Overdrive) Matte, Factory Calibration, Wide Viewing Angle, 4.9 mm bezel
PROCESSOR Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317) Razer Blade 15 Base
CPU Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 11800H Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10750H / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 6-core
Cache 24 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Chipset Intel HM570 Intel HM470
Features Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) Intel Turbo Boost Technology, Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT)
MEMORY Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317) Razer Blade 15 Base
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 2933 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 2933 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317) Razer Blade 15 Base
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1.024 TB SSD M.2 2280 - Micron 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317) Razer Blade 15 Base
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA Optimus
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Resolution - 1 Megapixel
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards DTS:X Ultra Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Acer TrueHarmony technology -
COMMUNICATIONS Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317) Razer Blade 15 Base
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650i - M.2 2230 (CNVi) Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Killer Ethernet E2600 -
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317) Razer Blade 15 Base
Technology - Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 65 Wh
AC ADAPTER Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317) Razer Blade 15 Base
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 330 Watt, 19.5 V, 16.9 A 230 Watt
INPUT Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317) Razer Blade 15 Base
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes (RGB)
Features Multi-gesture touch pad, Acer FineTip keyboard, precision touchpad, Acer PredatorSense, 4 RGB zones Precision touchpad, Chroma lighting system, N-key rollover
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317) Razer Blade 15 Base
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4 / SATA) (1 free)
Interfaces HDMI
Mini DisplayPort
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (with power off charging)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 3)
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317) Razer Blade 15 Base
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
Software Included - Razer Synapse 3
MISCELLANEOUS Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317) Razer Blade 15 Base
Included Accessories Power adapter, HDD kit 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 5th Gen AeroBlade 3D fan technology -
SAR Value 1.12 W/kg (body), 1.12 W/kg (limb), 1.12 W/kg (head) -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Limited warranty - 1 year
Model Number 55 -
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