MSI GS73VR 7RF (424UK Stealth Pro) vs. Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of MSI GS73VR 7RF (424UK Stealth Pro) and Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317). 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.

MSI GS73VR 7RF (424UK Stealth Pro) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI GS73VR 7RF (424UK Stealth Pro) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

slim, lightweight design

powerful gaming performance

vivid, high-resolution display

ample connectivity options

fast SSD storage

average battery life

loud fan noise

high surface temperatures

premium price tag

Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

robust build quality

good thermal management

reasonable price point

heavy and bulky

average battery life

limited color accuracy

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI GS73VR 7RF (424UK Stealth Pro) and Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317)
85 % - Design
84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
86 % - Design
86 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI GS73VR 7RF (424UK Stealth Pro) vs. Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI GS73VR 7RF (424UK Stealth Pro) Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 41.18 cm x 28.49 cm x 1.96 cm 39.8 cm x 27.53 cm x 2.655 cm
Weight 2.43 kg 2.9 kg
Case Material - Anodised aluminium
Colour - Abyssal black
DISPLAY MSI GS73VR 7RF (424UK Stealth Pro) Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" - IPS 17.3" - IPS
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
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 300 cd/m²
Features - Anti-glare, ComfyView, Narrow Border Display, 9 ms response rate, 3ms response rate (Overdrive)
PROCESSOR MSI GS73VR 7RF (424UK Stealth Pro) Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317)
CPU Intel Core i7 (7th Gen) 7700HQ / 2.8 GHz Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 11800H
Max Turbo Speed 3.8 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 8-core
Cache - 24 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Mobile Intel HM175 Intel HM570
Features - Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost)
MEMORY MSI GS73VR 7RF (424UK Stealth Pro) Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317)
RAM 16 GB 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed - 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE MSI GS73VR 7RF (424UK Stealth Pro) Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 1.024 TB SSD M.2 2280 - Micron
Secondary Storage 1 TB HDD SATA -
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI GS73VR 7RF (424UK Stealth Pro) Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR5 SDRAM 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Four speakers, subwoofer, microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Compliant Standards - DTS:X Ultra
Audio Features - Acer TrueHarmony technology
COMMUNICATIONS MSI GS73VR 7RF (424UK Stealth Pro) Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller - Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650i - M.2 2230 (CNVi)
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Killer Ethernet E2600
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY MSI GS73VR 7RF (424UK Stealth Pro) Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer -
Battery Capacity (Size) 65 Wh 57 Wh
AC ADAPTER MSI GS73VR 7RF (424UK Stealth Pro) Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 180 Watt 330 Watt, 19.5 V, 16.9 A
INPUT MSI GS73VR 7RF (424UK Stealth Pro) Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features SteelSeries Full Color Multi-gesture touch pad, Acer FineTip keyboard, precision touchpad, Acer PredatorSense, 4 RGB zones
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI GS73VR 7RF (424UK Stealth Pro) Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317)
Interfaces LAN
HDMI
Microphone input
Headphone/SPDIF combo jack
Mini DisplayPort
3 x USB 3.0
USB 2.0
HDMI
Mini DisplayPort
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (with power off charging)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE MSI GS73VR 7RF (424UK Stealth Pro) Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Home
MISCELLANEOUS MSI GS73VR 7RF (424UK Stealth Pro) Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, HDD kit
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features - 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 - 55
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