Detailed comparison and review of Acer Predator Triton 500 (PT515-51) and MSI GS65 8SE (224UK Stealth). 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 Triton 500 (PT515-51) | MSI GS65 8SE (224UK Stealth) |
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| Product Type | Notebook | Notebook |
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| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 35.85 cm x 25.5 cm x 1.79 cm | 35.77 cm x 24.77 cm x 1.79 cm |
| Weight | 2 kg | 1.9 kg |
| Colour | Abyssal black | - |
| DISPLAY | Acer Predator Triton 500 (PT515-51) | MSI GS65 8SE (224UK Stealth) |
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| Screen Size (Type) | 15.6" - IPS | 15.6" |
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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 | - |
| Colour Gamut | 72% NTSC | 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC |
| Features | Ultra Slim Design, anti-glare, ComfyView, Mercury free, Wide Viewing Angle, Narrow Border Display, 9 ms response rate, 3ms (grey-to-grey) response rate (Overdrive), 72% NTSC colour gamut | MSI Matrix Display, MSI True Color Technology 2.0, 7 ms response rate |
| PROCESSOR | Acer Predator Triton 500 (PT515-51) | MSI GS65 8SE (224UK Stealth) |
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| CPU | Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8300H / 2.3 GHz | Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H / 2.2 GHz |
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| Max Turbo Speed | 4 GHz | 4.1 GHz |
| Number of Cores | Quad-Core | 6-core |
| Cache | L3 - 8 MB | 9 MB |
| 64-bit Computing | Yes | Yes |
| Chipset | Mobile Intel HM370 | Mobile Intel HM370 |
| Features | Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 | Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache |
| MEMORY | Acer Predator Triton 500 (PT515-51) | MSI GS65 8SE (224UK Stealth) |
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| RAM | 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) | 16 GB |
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| Max RAM Supported | 32 GB | 32 GB |
| RAM Type | DDR4 SDRAM | DDR4 SDRAM |
| Speed | 2666 MHz | 2666 MHz |
| Rated Speed | 2666 MHz | 2666 MHz |
| Form Factor | SO-DIMM 260-pin | SO-DIMM 260-pin |
| Slots Qty | 2 | 2 |
| Empty Slots | 1 | - |
| STORAGE | Acer Predator Triton 500 (PT515-51) | MSI GS65 8SE (224UK Stealth) |
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| Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 256 GB SSD PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) - SanDisk | 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) |
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| AUDIO & VIDEO | Acer Predator Triton 500 (PT515-51) | MSI GS65 8SE (224UK Stealth) |
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| Graphics Processor (GPU) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 |
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| Video Memory | 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM | 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM |
| Camera | Yes - HD | Yes - 720p |
| Camera Features | 720p HD movie recording, super high dynamic range imaging (SHDR) | - |
| Video Resolutions | 1280 x 720 | - |
| Frame Rate | - | 30 frames per second |
| Sound | Stereo speakers, two microphones | Stereo speakers, microphone |
| Compliant Standards | Waves MaxxAudio | - |
| 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 Triton 500 (PT515-51) | MSI GS65 8SE (224UK Stealth) |
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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 | Intel Wireless-AC 9560 - M.2 Card | Killer Wireless-AC 1550i |
| Network Interface | Gigabit Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Ethernet Controller | Killer E3000 | - |
| Features | Wake-on-LAN (WOL) | Killer DoubleShot Pro Technology, Killer Shield |
| BATTERY | Acer Predator Triton 500 (PT515-51) | MSI GS65 8SE (224UK Stealth) |
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| Technology | 4-cell lithium polymer | 4-cell lithium polymer |
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| Battery Capacity (Size) | 5400 mAh | 82 Wh |
| AC ADAPTER | Acer Predator Triton 500 (PT515-51) | MSI GS65 8SE (224UK Stealth) |
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| Input | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) | - |
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| Output | 180 Watt, 19.5 V | 180 Watt |
| INPUT | Acer Predator Triton 500 (PT515-51) | MSI GS65 8SE (224UK Stealth) |
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| Type | Keyboard, touchpad | Keyboard, touchpad |
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| Keyboard Backlight | Yes (RGB) | Yes (RGB) |
| Features | Multi-gesture touch pad, Acer FineTip keyboard, precision touchpad, moisture-resistant | Multi-touch touchpad, SteelSeries Engine 3 |
| CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | Acer Predator Triton 500 (PT515-51) | MSI GS65 8SE (224UK Stealth) |
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| Interfaces | LAN HDMI DisplayPort 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 USB 3.1 Gen 1 (with power off charging) Headphone output Microphone input USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) |
Microphone input Headphone output USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) 3 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 LAN HDMI Mini DisplayPort |
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| SOFTWARE | Acer Predator Triton 500 (PT515-51) | MSI GS65 8SE (224UK Stealth) |
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| Operating System (OS) | Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition | Windows 10 Advanced |
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| MISCELLANEOUS | Acer Predator Triton 500 (PT515-51) | MSI GS65 8SE (224UK Stealth) |
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| Included Accessories | Power adapter | Power adapter |
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| 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 Purified.Voice technology | MSI SHIFT Technology, Cooler Boost Trinity technology |
| Manufacturer Warranty | Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in International travellers warranty - 1 year |
Limited warranty - 2 years |
| Model Number | 56TY | - |
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