Alienware x17 R1 vs. Acer Predator Helios 3D 15 SpatialLabs Edition (PH3D15)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Alienware x17 R1 and Acer Predator Helios 3D 15 SpatialLabs Edition (PH3D15). 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.

Alienware x17 R1 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Alienware x17 R1 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high-quality 4k display

advanced cooling system

rgb keyboard lighting

sturdy build quality

heavy and bulky

expensive price tag

short battery life

limited port selection

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 x17 R1 and Acer Predator Helios 3D 15 SpatialLabs Edition (PH3D15)
87 % - Design
84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
85 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Alienware x17 R1 vs. Acer Predator Helios 3D 15 SpatialLabs Edition (PH3D15) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Alienware x17 R1 Acer Predator Helios 3D 15 SpatialLabs Edition (PH3D15)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.92 cm x 29.94 cm x 2.14 cm 35.94 cm x 27.871 cm x 2.755 cm
Weight 3.2 kg 3 kg
Case Material - Anodised aluminium
Colour Lunar light Abyssal black
DISPLAY Alienware x17 R1 Acer Predator Helios 3D 15 SpatialLabs Edition (PH3D15)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 15.6" - IPS
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 2160 (Ultra HD 4K)
Pixel Density (ppi) 127 -
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 360 Hz 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 380 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% Adobe RGB
Features Anti-glare, NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, Wide Viewing Angle, 3 ms response rate, ±85° horizontal viewing angle, ±85° vertical viewing angle, 0.2 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 x17 R1 Acer Predator Helios 3D 15 SpatialLabs Edition (PH3D15)
CPU Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 11800H / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13900HX / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 5.4 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 24-core
Cache 24 MB L3 - 36 MB
Chipset Intel HM570 Intel HM770
Features Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Alienware x17 R1 Acer Predator Helios 3D 15 SpatialLabs Edition (PH3D15)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 32 GB (2 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 5600 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 5600 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE Alienware x17 R1 Acer Predator Helios 3D 15 SpatialLabs Edition (PH3D15)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 1.024 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 - Micron
AUDIO & VIDEO Alienware x17 R1 Acer Predator Helios 3D 15 SpatialLabs Edition (PH3D15)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 12 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 1280 x 720 (standard), 640 x 360 (infrared) Yes - HD
Resolution 0.92 Megapixel (standard), 0.23 Megapixel (infrared) -
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello, RGB camera, 75.8 degrees Temporal Noise Reduction
Image Sensor Type CMOS -
Video Resolutions 1280 x 720 -
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Two subwoofers, two tweeters, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Codec Realtek ALC3281 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio -
Audio Features - Output: Acer TrueHarmony technology
COMMUNICATIONS Alienware x17 R1 Acer Predator Helios 3D 15 SpatialLabs Edition (PH3D15)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675 Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675i - M.2 2230 (CNVi)
Network Interface 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Killer Ethernet E3100G Killer Ethernet E2600
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Alienware x17 R1 Acer Predator Helios 3D 15 SpatialLabs Edition (PH3D15)
Technology 6-cell Lithium Ion -
Battery Capacity (Size) 87 Wh 90 Wh
Battery Life Up to 4 hours -
AC ADAPTER Alienware x17 R1 Acer Predator Helios 3D 15 SpatialLabs Edition (PH3D15)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 19.5 V 330 Watt, 19.5 V, 16.9 A
INPUT Alienware x17 R1 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 RGB Multi-gesture touch pad, precision touchpad, Acer PredatorSense, per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Alienware x17 R1 Acer Predator Helios 3D 15 SpatialLabs Edition (PH3D15)
Interfaces LAN
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (PowerShare)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
Mini DisplayPort 1.4
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, microSDHC, microSDXC) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Alienware x17 R1 Acer Predator Helios 3D 15 SpatialLabs Edition (PH3D15)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Home
Software Included Microsoft Office 2013 (Trial), McAfee LiveSafe (30 days trial) SpatialLabs TrueGame
MISCELLANEOUS Alienware x17 R1 Acer Predator Helios 3D 15 SpatialLabs Edition (PH3D15)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options - Eye tracking sensor
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features - Administrator password, system password, 5th Gen AeroBlade 3D fan technology, liquid metal grease
Compliant Standards DisplayPort 1.4 -
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 - 15 months Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number - 71
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