In depth comparison and review of Acer Predator Helios 500 (PH517-61) and Acer Predator Triton 300SE (PT314). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Acer Predator Helios 500 (PH517-61) | Acer Predator Triton 300SE (PT314) |
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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 | 32.3 cm x 22.8 cm x 1.79 cm |
Weight | 4 kg | 1.8 kg |
Case Material | Polycarbonate, ABS plastic | Anodised aluminium |
Colour | Obsidian black | Sparkly silver |
DISPLAY | Acer Predator Helios 500 (PH517-61) | Acer Predator Triton 300SE (PT314) |
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Screen Size (Type) | 17.3" - IPS | 14" - IPS |
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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 | 16:9 |
Image Brightness | 300 cd/m² | 300 cd/m² |
Features | Anti-glare, ComfyView, Slim Design, Mercury free, FreeSync Technology, 9 ms response rate | Anti-glare, ComfyView, 25 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display |
PROCESSOR | Acer Predator Helios 500 (PH517-61) | Acer Predator Triton 300SE (PT314) |
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CPU | AMD Ryzen 7 2700 / 3.2 GHz | Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 11370H / 3.3 GHz |
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Max Turbo Speed | 4.1 GHz | 4.8 GHz |
Number of Cores | 8-core | Quad-Core |
Cache | L3 - 16 MB | 12 MB |
64-bit Computing | Yes | - |
Chipset | AMD B450 | - |
Features | - | Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache |
MEMORY | Acer Predator Helios 500 (PH517-61) | Acer Predator Triton 300SE (PT314) |
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RAM | 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) | 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) |
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Max RAM Supported | 64 GB | 24 GB |
RAM Type | DDR4 SDRAM | DDR4 SDRAM |
Form Factor | SO-DIMM 260-pin | SO-DIMM 260-pin |
Slots Qty | 4 | 1 |
Empty Slots | 2 | 1 |
STORAGE | Acer Predator Helios 500 (PH517-61) | Acer Predator Triton 300SE (PT314) |
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Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 - Micron | 1.024 TB SSD - Self-Encrypting Drive - Samsung |
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Secondary Storage | 1 TB HDD SATA / 5400 rpm - HGST | - |
AUDIO & VIDEO | Acer Predator Helios 500 (PH517-61) | Acer Predator Triton 300SE (PT314) |
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Graphics Processor (GPU) | AMD Radeon RX Vega 10 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 |
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Video Memory | 8 GB GDDR5 SDRAM | 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM |
Camera | Yes - HD | Yes - HD |
Camera Features | - | Windows Hello |
Sound | Stereo speakers, subwoofer, microphone | Stereo speakers, two microphones |
Compliant Standards | Wave MAXX | DTS:X Ultra |
Audio Features | MaxxAudio, Acer TrueHarmony technology | - |
COMMUNICATIONS | Acer Predator Helios 500 (PH517-61) | Acer Predator Triton 300SE (PT314) |
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Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wave 2, Bluetooth 5.0 | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 |
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Wireless Controller | Killer Wireless-AC 1550 - M.2 Card | Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650i - M.2 2230 (CNVi) |
Network Interface | Gigabit Ethernet | - |
Ethernet Controller | Killer Ethernet E2500 | - |
Features | - | Dual stream (2x2) |
BATTERY | Acer Predator Helios 500 (PH517-61) | Acer Predator Triton 300SE (PT314) |
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Technology | 4-cell lithium polymer | - |
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Battery Capacity (Size) | 74 Wh | 60 Wh |
AC ADAPTER | Acer Predator Helios 500 (PH517-61) | Acer Predator Triton 300SE (PT314) |
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Input | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) | - |
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Output | 330 Watt, 19.5 V | 180 Watt, 19.5 V, 9.23 A |
INPUT | Acer Predator Helios 500 (PH517-61) | Acer Predator Triton 300SE (PT314) |
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Type | Keyboard, touchpad | Keyboard, touchpad |
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Numeric Keypad | Yes | - |
Keyboard Backlight | Yes (RGB) | Yes |
Features | Multi-gesture touch pad, Acer FineTip keyboard, precision touchpad, Acer PredatorSense | Acer FineTip keyboard, multi-touch touchpad, precision touchpad, Acer PredatorSense |
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | Acer Predator Helios 500 (PH517-61) | Acer Predator Triton 300SE (PT314) |
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Interfaces | LAN HDMI DisplayPort USB 3.0 (with power off charging) 2 x USB 3.0 Audio line-out Audio line-in 2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 |
HDMI USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (DC-In combo, Power Delivery) USB 3.2 Gen 2 (with power off charging) USB 3.2 Gen 2 Headphone/microphone combo jack |
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SOFTWARE | Acer Predator Helios 500 (PH517-61) | Acer Predator Triton 300SE (PT314) |
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Operating System (OS) | Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition | Windows 11 Home |
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MISCELLANEOUS | Acer Predator Helios 500 (PH517-61) | Acer Predator Triton 300SE (PT314) |
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Included Accessories | Power adapter | Power adapter |
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Security | - | Fingerprint reader |
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 | Acer CoolBoost technology, Dual Acer AeroBlade 3D Fans, WMR compatible | 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 |
Model Number | R3D7 | 51s |