Alienware M15 R2 vs. Acer Predator Helios 3D 15 SpatialLabs Edition (PH3D15)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Alienware M15 R2 and Acer Predator Helios 3D 15 SpatialLabs Edition (PH3D15). 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.

Alienware M15 R2 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Alienware M15 R2 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

striking slim design

powerful gaming performance

high-quality display

customizable rgb lighting

advanced cooling technology

high price point

average battery life

limited port selection

noisy under load

Acer Predator Helios 3D 15 SpatialLabs Edition (PH3D15) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Predator Helios 3D 15 SpatialLabs Edition (PH3D15) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

innovative 3d display

powerful gaming performance

high-quality build

advanced thermal management

immersive audio experience

heavier than competitors

short battery life

premium price tag

limited port selection

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Alienware M15 R2 and Acer Predator Helios 3D 15 SpatialLabs Edition (PH3D15)
87 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
85 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Alienware M15 R2 vs. Acer Predator Helios 3D 15 SpatialLabs Edition (PH3D15) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Alienware M15 R2 Acer Predator Helios 3D 15 SpatialLabs Edition (PH3D15)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.05 cm x 27.6 cm x 1.95 cm 35.94 cm x 27.871 cm x 2.755 cm
Weight 2.16 kg 3 kg
Case Material - Anodised aluminium
Colour Lunar light Abyssal black
DISPLAY Alienware M15 R2 Acer Predator Helios 3D 15 SpatialLabs Edition (PH3D15)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6" - IPS
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 2160 (Ultra HD 4K)
Pixel Density (ppi) 141 -
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 144 Hz 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 380 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% 100% Adobe RGB
Features Anti-glare, Tobii IR Eye-tracking, ±85° horizontal viewing angle, ±85° vertical viewing angle, 9 ms response rate, 0.179 mm pixel pitch Glare, CineCrystal, Acer BluelightShield technology, Eye Tracking Sensor, 30 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display, 1920 x 2160 resolution in 3D mode
PROCESSOR Alienware M15 R2 Acer Predator Helios 3D 15 SpatialLabs Edition (PH3D15)
CPU Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13900HX / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 5.4 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 24-core
Cache 12 MB L3 - 36 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 Intel HM770
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Alienware M15 R2 Acer Predator Helios 3D 15 SpatialLabs Edition (PH3D15)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 32 GB (2 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 5600 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 5600 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE Alienware M15 R2 Acer Predator Helios 3D 15 SpatialLabs Edition (PH3D15)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 1.024 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 - Micron
AUDIO & VIDEO Alienware M15 R2 Acer Predator Helios 3D 15 SpatialLabs Edition (PH3D15)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 12 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features Overclocked -
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - Full HD Yes - HD
Resolution 0.92 Megapixel -
Camera Features 74.9 degrees, RGB camera Temporal Noise Reduction
Image Sensor Type CMOS -
Video Resolutions 1280 x 720 -
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Codec Realtek ALC3281-CG -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio -
Audio Features - Output: Acer TrueHarmony technology
COMMUNICATIONS Alienware M15 R2 Acer Predator Helios 3D 15 SpatialLabs Edition (PH3D15)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675i - M.2 2230 (CNVi)
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Killer Ethernet E2600
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Alienware M15 R2 Acer Predator Helios 3D 15 SpatialLabs Edition (PH3D15)
Technology 6-cell Lithium Ion -
Battery Capacity (Size) 76 Wh 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER Alienware M15 R2 Acer Predator Helios 3D 15 SpatialLabs Edition (PH3D15)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 19.5 V 330 Watt, 19.5 V, 16.9 A
INPUT Alienware M15 R2 Acer Predator Helios 3D 15 SpatialLabs Edition (PH3D15)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes (RGB)
Features Multi-gesture touch pad, Per-Key illumination Multi-gesture touch pad, precision touchpad, Acer PredatorSense, per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Alienware M15 R2 Acer Predator Helios 3D 15 SpatialLabs Edition (PH3D15)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (PowerShare)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3)
HDMI
Mini DisplayPort
Graphics Amplifier Port
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
HDMI
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (with power off charging)
USB 3.2 Gen 2
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Alienware M15 R2 Acer Predator Helios 3D 15 SpatialLabs Edition (PH3D15)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Advanced 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Home
Software Included - SpatialLabs TrueGame
MISCELLANEOUS Alienware M15 R2 Acer Predator Helios 3D 15 SpatialLabs Edition (PH3D15)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options - Eye tracking sensor
Security Slot Type Noble Wedge security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features MIMO technology, AlienFX Lighting Zones, Cryo-Tech cooling v3.0 Administrator password, system password, 5th Gen AeroBlade 3D fan technology, liquid metal grease
SAR Value - 1.14 W/kg (body), 1.14 W/kg (head), 1.14 W/kg (limb)
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number - 71
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