Acer Predator Helios 300 SpatialLabs Edition (PH315) vs. Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)

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Detailed comparison and review of Acer Predator Helios 300 SpatialLabs Edition (PH315) 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.

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Acer Predator Helios 300 SpatialLabs Edition (PH315) vs. Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Acer Predator Helios 300 SpatialLabs Edition (PH315) Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.94 cm x 27.64 cm x 2.755 cm 40.4 cm x 31.16 cm x 2.915 cm
Weight 3 kg 3.4 kg
Case Material Anodised aluminium Anodised aluminium
Colour Abyssal black Abyssal black
DISPLAY Acer Predator Helios 300 SpatialLabs Edition (PH315) Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 18" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 3840 x 2160 (Ultra HD 4K) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 380 cd/m² 500 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% Adobe RGB 100% DCI-P3
Features Glare, CineCrystal, 3D Effect Game, 30 ms response rate, 1920 x 2160 resolution in 3D mode Anti-glare, matte, ComfyView, Acer BluelightShield technology, Narrow Border Display, 9 ms response rate, Dynamic Display Switching (DDS)
PROCESSOR Acer Predator Helios 300 SpatialLabs Edition (PH315) Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
CPU Intel Core i9 (12th Gen) 12900H / 2.5 GHz Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13900HX / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz 5.4 GHz
Number of Cores 14-core 24-core
Cache 24 MB L3 - 36 MB
Chipset - Intel HM770
Features Intel Smart Cache, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 -
MEMORY Acer Predator Helios 300 SpatialLabs Edition (PH315) Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
RAM 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz 5600 MHz
Rated Speed 4800 MHz 5600 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 262-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE Acer Predator Helios 300 SpatialLabs Edition (PH315) Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1.024 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - Micron 1.024 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) - Micron
AUDIO & VIDEO Acer Predator Helios 300 SpatialLabs Edition (PH315) Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 12 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - Advanced Optimus
Gaming Yes Yes
Camera Yes - HD Yes - Full HD
Camera Features Temporal Noise Reduction Temporal Noise Reduction
Video Resolutions 1280 x 720 -
Sound Speakers, 2 microphones Stereo speakers, two microphones
Compliant Standards DTS:X Ultra DTS:X
COMMUNICATIONS Acer Predator Helios 300 SpatialLabs Edition (PH315) Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675i - M.2 2230 (CNVi) Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675i - M.2 2230 (CNVi)
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Killer Ethernet E2600 -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Acer Predator Helios 300 SpatialLabs Edition (PH315) Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion -
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh 90 Wh
Battery Life Up to 6 hours -
AC ADAPTER Acer Predator Helios 300 SpatialLabs Edition (PH315) Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
Output 280 Watt, 19.5 V, 14.36 A 330 Watt, 19.5 V, 16.9 A
INPUT Acer Predator Helios 300 SpatialLabs Edition (PH315) Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes (RGB)
Features Multi-gesture touch pad, Acer PredatorSense, per-key RGB Multi-gesture touch pad, precision touchpad, Acer PredatorSense, per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Acer Predator Helios 300 SpatialLabs Edition (PH315) Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
Interfaces 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
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 Acer Predator Helios 300 SpatialLabs Edition (PH315) Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home
Software Included SpatialLabs TrueGame -
MISCELLANEOUS Acer Predator Helios 300 SpatialLabs Edition (PH315) Acer Predator Helios 18 (PH18)
Included Accessories Power adapter, 4-cell Li-Ion 90Wh battery Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) solution -
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, Acer CoolBoost technology, 5th Gen AeroBlade 3D fan technology Administrator password, system password, 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) 0.832 W/kg (body), 0.832 W/kg (head), 0.832 W/kg (limb)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number 55s 71
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