Detailed comparison and review of Acer Predator Helios 500 (PH517-51) and MSI GT75 8SG (058UK Titan). 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.
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Acer Predator Helios 500 (PH517-51) | MSI GT75 8SG (058UK Titan) |
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| Product Type | Notebook | Notebook |
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| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 42.8 cm x 29.8 cm x 3.87 cm | 42.8 cm x 31.4 cm x 5.8 cm |
| Weight | 4 kg | 4.56 kg |
| Case Material | Polycarbonate, ABS plastic | - |
| Colour | Obsidian black | - |
| DISPLAY | Acer Predator Helios 500 (PH517-51) | MSI GT75 8SG (058UK Titan) |
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| Screen Size (Type) | 17.3" - IPS | 17.3" |
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| 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 | - |
| Image Brightness | 300 cd/m² | - |
| Features | Anti-glare, ComfyView, Slim Design, Mercury free, Wide Viewing Angle, 9 ms response rate | Anti-glare, MSI Matrix Display, MSI True Color Technology 2.0, 3 ms response rate |
| PROCESSOR | Acer Predator Helios 500 (PH517-51) | MSI GT75 8SG (058UK Titan) |
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| CPU | Intel Core i9 (8th Gen) 8950HK / 2.9 GHz | Intel Core i9 (8th Gen) 8950HK / 2.9 GHz |
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| Max Turbo Speed | 4.8 GHz | 4.8 GHz |
| Number of Cores | 6-core | 6-core |
| Cache | 12 MB | 12 MB |
| 64-bit Computing | Yes | Yes |
| Chipset | Mobile Intel HM370 | Mobile Intel CM246 |
| Features | Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 | Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 |
| MEMORY | Acer Predator Helios 500 (PH517-51) | MSI GT75 8SG (058UK Titan) |
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| RAM | 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) | 32 GB |
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| Max RAM Supported | 64 GB | 128 GB |
| RAM Type | DDR4 SDRAM | DDR4 SDRAM |
| Speed | 2666 MHz | 2666 MHz |
| Rated Speed | 2666 MHz | - |
| Form Factor | SO-DIMM 260-pin | SO-DIMM 260-pin |
| Slots Qty | 4 | 4 |
| Empty Slots | 2 | - |
| STORAGE | Acer Predator Helios 500 (PH517-51) | MSI GT75 8SG (058UK Titan) |
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| Total Capacity | - | 2.024 TB |
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| Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 128 GB SSD - Kingston | 2 x 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - MSI Super RAID 4, NVM Express (NVMe) |
| Secondary Storage | 2 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm - HGST | 1 TB HDD SATA / 7200 rpm |
| AUDIO & VIDEO | Acer Predator Helios 500 (PH517-51) | MSI GT75 8SG (058UK Titan) |
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| Graphics Processor (GPU) | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 |
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| Video Memory | 8 GB GDDR5 SDRAM | 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM |
| Video System Features | NVIDIA G-SYNC | - |
| Camera | Yes - 1280 x 720 | Yes - 1080p |
| Camera Features | 720p HD movie recording, super high dynamic range imaging (SHDR) | - |
| Frame Rate | - | 30 frames per second |
| Sound | Stereo speakers, subwoofer, two microphones | Stereo speakers, subwoofer, microphone |
| Compliant Standards | Wave MAXX | - |
| Audio Features | MaxxAudio, Acer TrueHarmony technology | Dynaudio Premium Sound Technology, ESS SABRE HiFi audio DAC technology, Nahimic VR sound technology, Nahimic 3 sound technology |
| COMMUNICATIONS | Acer Predator Helios 500 (PH517-51) | MSI GT75 8SG (058UK Titan) |
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| Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wave 2, Bluetooth 5.0 | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 |
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| Wireless Controller | Killer Wireless-AC 1550 - M.2 Card | - |
| Network Interface | Gigabit Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Ethernet Controller | Killer Ethernet E2500 | - |
| Features | Wake-on-LAN (WOL) | Killer DoubleShot Pro Technology, Killer Shield |
| BATTERY | Acer Predator Helios 500 (PH517-51) | MSI GT75 8SG (058UK Titan) |
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| Technology | 4-cell Lithium Ion | 8-cell Lithium Ion |
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| Battery Capacity (Size) | 74 Wh | 90 Wh |
| Battery Life | Up to 3.5 hours | - |
| AC ADAPTER | Acer Predator Helios 500 (PH517-51) | MSI GT75 8SG (058UK Titan) |
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| Input | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) | - |
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| Output | 330 Watt, 19.5 V | - |
| INPUT | Acer Predator Helios 500 (PH517-51) | MSI GT75 8SG (058UK Titan) |
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| Type | Keyboard, touchpad | Keyboard, touchpad |
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| Numeric Keypad | Yes | - |
| Keyboard Backlight | Yes (RGB) | Yes (RGB) |
| Features | Multi-gesture touch pad, FineTip keyboard, precision touchpad, Acer PredatorSense, Backlit touchpad | SteelSeries Engine 3, mechanical switches |
| CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | Acer Predator Helios 500 (PH517-51) | MSI GT75 8SG (058UK Titan) |
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| Interfaces | LAN 2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3) HDMI 3 x USB 3.0 Microphone input Headphone/microphone combo jack DisplayPort |
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 |
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| Memory Card Reader | - | Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) |
| SOFTWARE | Acer Predator Helios 500 (PH517-51) | MSI GT75 8SG (058UK Titan) |
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| Operating System (OS) | Windows 10 Home Single Language 64-bit Edition | Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition |
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| MISCELLANEOUS | Acer Predator Helios 500 (PH517-51) | MSI GT75 8SG (058UK Titan) |
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| Included Accessories | Power adapter | 2 x power adapters (230W + 230W) |
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| Security Slot Type | Kensington security slot | - |
| Theft/Intrusion Protection | Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) | - |
| Features | Dual Acer AeroBlade 3D Fans, WMR compatible | SteelSeries gaming keyboard, MSI SHIFT Technology, Cooler Titan Boost technology |
| Compliant Standards | ACPI 5.0 | - |
| Manufacturer Warranty | - | Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return |
| Model Number | 990F | - |
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