Side by side comparison and review of Acer Predator Helios 500 (PH517) and MSI GE63 8SE (091UK Raider RGB). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Acer Predator Helios 500 (PH517) | MSI GE63 8SE (091UK Raider RGB) |
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Product Type | Notebook | Notebook |
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Dimensions (WxDxH) | 39.9 cm x 32 cm x 3.53 cm | 38.3 cm x 26 cm x 2.95 cm |
Weight | 3.9 kg | 2.6 kg |
Case Material | Polycarbonate, ABS plastic, anodised aluminium | - |
Colour | Abyssal black | Black |
DISPLAY | Acer Predator Helios 500 (PH517) | MSI GE63 8SE (091UK Raider RGB) |
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Screen Size (Type) | 17.3" - IPS | 15.6" |
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LCD Backlight Technology | LED backlight | LED backlight |
Screen Resolution | 3840 x 2160 (Ultra HD 4K) | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) |
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. | - | 144 Hz |
Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
Image Brightness | 1000 cd/m² | - |
Features | Anti-glare, Narrow Border Display, VESA DisplayHDR 1000, 8 ms (grey-to-grey) response rate | Anti-glare, MSI Matrix Display, MSI True Color Technology 2.0, 3 ms response rate |
PROCESSOR | Acer Predator Helios 500 (PH517) | MSI GE63 8SE (091UK Raider RGB) |
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CPU | Intel Core i9 (11th Gen) 11980HK | Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H / 2.2 GHz |
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Max Turbo Speed | 5 GHz | 4.1 GHz |
Number of Cores | 8-core | 6-core |
Cache | 24 MB | 9 MB |
64-bit Computing | - | Yes |
Chipset | Intel HM570 | Mobile Intel HM370 |
Features | Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) | Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 |
MEMORY | Acer Predator Helios 500 (PH517) | MSI GE63 8SE (091UK Raider RGB) |
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RAM | 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) | 16 GB |
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Max RAM Supported | 64 GB | 32 GB |
RAM Type | DDR4 SDRAM | DDR4 SDRAM |
Speed | 3200 MHz | 2666 MHz |
Rated Speed | 3200 MHz | - |
Form Factor | SO-DIMM 260-pin | SO-DIMM 260-pin |
Slots Qty | 2 | 2 |
Empty Slots | 0 | - |
STORAGE | Acer Predator Helios 500 (PH517) | MSI GE63 8SE (091UK Raider RGB) |
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Total Capacity | 2.048 TB | - |
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Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 2 x 1.024 TB SSD PCIe - Qimonda | 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) |
Secondary Storage | - | 1 TB HDD SATA / 7200 rpm |
AUDIO & VIDEO | Acer Predator Helios 500 (PH517) | MSI GE63 8SE (091UK Raider RGB) |
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Graphics Processor (GPU) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 |
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Video Memory | 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM | 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM |
Camera | Yes - Full HD | Yes - 720p |
Video Resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | - |
Frame Rate | - | 30 frames per second |
Sound | Speakers, two microphones | Stereo speakers, two subwoofers, microphone |
Codec | Realtek ALC295 | - |
Compliant Standards | High Definition Audio, DTS:X Ultra | - |
Audio Features | - | ESS SABRE HiFi audio DAC technology, Nahimic VR sound technology, Nahimic 3 sound technology |
COMMUNICATIONS | Acer Predator Helios 500 (PH517) | MSI GE63 8SE (091UK Raider RGB) |
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Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 |
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Wireless Controller | Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650i | - |
Network Interface | 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet |
Ethernet Controller | Killer E3100G | - |
Features | Dual stream (2x2) | Killer DoubleShot Pro Technology |
BATTERY | Acer Predator Helios 500 (PH517) | MSI GE63 8SE (091UK Raider RGB) |
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Technology | 4-cell Lithium Ion | 6-cell Lithium Ion |
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Battery Capacity (Size) | 74 Wh | 51 Wh |
Battery Life | Up to 4 hours | - |
AC ADAPTER | Acer Predator Helios 500 (PH517) | MSI GE63 8SE (091UK Raider RGB) |
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Output | 330 Watt, 19.5 V | 180 Watt |
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INPUT | Acer Predator Helios 500 (PH517) | MSI GE63 8SE (091UK Raider RGB) |
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Type | Keyboard, touchpad | Keyboard, touchpad |
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Numeric Keypad | Yes | - |
Keyboard Backlight | Yes | Yes (RGB) |
Features | Acer PredatorSense, per-key RGB | SteelSeries Engine 3 |
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | Acer Predator Helios 500 (PH517) | MSI GE63 8SE (091UK Raider RGB) |
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Interfaces | HDMI Mini DisplayPort 1.4 2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery) 3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 (with power off charging) LAN Microphone input Headphone output |
LAN HDMI Mini DisplayPort USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 USB 3.1 Gen 2 Microphone input Headphone/SPDIF combo jack |
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Memory Card Reader | - | Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) |
SOFTWARE | Acer Predator Helios 500 (PH517) | MSI GE63 8SE (091UK Raider RGB) |
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Operating System (OS) | Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition | Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition |
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MISCELLANEOUS | Acer Predator Helios 500 (PH517) | MSI GE63 8SE (091UK Raider RGB) |
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Included Accessories | Power adapter, pouch | Power adapter |
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Security | Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) solution | - |
Security Slot Type | Kensington security slot | - |
Theft/Intrusion Protection | Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) | - |
Features | Administrator password, system password, hard drive password, 5th Gen AeroBlade 3D fan technology | SteelSeries gaming keyboard, MSI SHIFT Technology, Cooler Boost 5 technology |
Compliant Standards | HDCP | - |
Manufacturer Warranty | Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in International travellers warranty - 1 year |
Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return |
Model Number | 52 | - |