In depth comparison and review of MSI Katana 15 (B12VGK) and Acer Predator Helios 3D 15 SpatialLabs Edition (PH3D15). 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 | MSI Katana 15 (B12VGK) | Acer Predator Helios 3D 15 SpatialLabs Edition (PH3D15) |
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Product Type | Notebook | Notebook |
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Dimensions (WxDxH) | 35.9 cm x 25.9 cm x 2.49 cm | 35.94 cm x 27.871 cm x 2.755 cm |
Weight | 2.25 kg | 3 kg |
Case Material | - | Anodised aluminium |
Colour | - | Abyssal black |
DISPLAY | MSI Katana 15 (B12VGK) | Acer Predator Helios 3D 15 SpatialLabs Edition (PH3D15) |
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Screen Size (Type) | 15.6" | 15.6" - IPS |
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Screen Resolution | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) | 1920 x 2160 (Ultra HD 4K) |
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. | 144 Hz | 60 Hz |
Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
Image Brightness | - | 380 cd/m² |
Colour Gamut | 45% NTSC | 100% Adobe RGB |
Features | IPS-level | Glare, CineCrystal, Acer BluelightShield technology, Eye Tracking Sensor, 30 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display, 1920 x 2160 resolution in 3D mode |
PROCESSOR | MSI Katana 15 (B12VGK) | Acer Predator Helios 3D 15 SpatialLabs Edition (PH3D15) |
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CPU | Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12650H / 2.3 GHz | Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13900HX / 2.2 GHz |
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Max Turbo Speed | 4.7 GHz | 5.4 GHz |
Number of Cores | 10-core | 24-core |
Cache | L3 - 24 MB | L3 - 36 MB |
Chipset | - | Intel HM770 |
Features | Intel Smart Cache | Intel Smart Cache |
MEMORY | MSI Katana 15 (B12VGK) | Acer Predator Helios 3D 15 SpatialLabs Edition (PH3D15) |
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RAM | 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) | 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) |
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Max RAM Supported | - | 32 GB |
RAM Type | DDR5 SDRAM | DDR5 SDRAM |
Speed | - | 5600 MHz |
Rated Speed | - | 5600 MHz |
Form Factor | SO-DIMM 262-pin | SO-DIMM 262-pin |
Slots Qty | - | 2 |
Empty Slots | - | 0 |
STORAGE | MSI Katana 15 (B12VGK) | Acer Predator Helios 3D 15 SpatialLabs Edition (PH3D15) |
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Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) | 1.024 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 - Micron |
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AUDIO & VIDEO | MSI Katana 15 (B12VGK) | Acer Predator Helios 3D 15 SpatialLabs Edition (PH3D15) |
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Multi-GPU Configuration | 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU | - |
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Graphics Processor (GPU) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 / Intel UHD Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 |
Video Memory | - | 12 GB GDDR6 SDRAM |
Gaming | Yes | Yes |
Camera | Yes | Yes - HD |
Camera Features | - | Temporal Noise Reduction |
Sound | Stereo speakers, microphone | Stereo speakers, two microphones |
Audio Features | Output: Nahimic 3D audio, Hi-Res Audio | Output: Acer TrueHarmony technology |
COMMUNICATIONS | MSI Katana 15 (B12VGK) | Acer Predator Helios 3D 15 SpatialLabs Edition (PH3D15) |
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Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 | Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) |
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Wireless Controller | Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 | Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675i - M.2 2230 (CNVi) |
Network Interface | Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet |
Ethernet Controller | - | Killer Ethernet E2600 |
Features | Dual stream (2x2) | Dual stream (2x2) |
BATTERY | MSI Katana 15 (B12VGK) | Acer Predator Helios 3D 15 SpatialLabs Edition (PH3D15) |
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Technology | 3-cell | - |
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Battery Capacity (Size) | 53.5 Wh | 90 Wh |
AC ADAPTER | MSI Katana 15 (B12VGK) | Acer Predator Helios 3D 15 SpatialLabs Edition (PH3D15) |
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Output | - | 330 Watt, 19.5 V, 16.9 A |
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INPUT | MSI Katana 15 (B12VGK) | Acer Predator Helios 3D 15 SpatialLabs Edition (PH3D15) |
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Type | Keyboard, touchpad | Keyboard, touchpad |
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Numeric Keypad | Yes | Yes |
Keyboard Backlight | Yes (RGB) | Yes (RGB) |
Features | Marked WASD, 1.7mm travel distance, 4-Zone RGB backlight | Multi-gesture touch pad, precision touchpad, Acer PredatorSense, per-key RGB |
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | MSI Katana 15 (B12VGK) | Acer Predator Helios 3D 15 SpatialLabs Edition (PH3D15) |
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Interfaces | USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 USB 2.0 LAN Headphone/microphone combo jack HDMI (8K support) |
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 |
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Memory Card Reader | - | Yes (microSD) |
SOFTWARE | MSI Katana 15 (B12VGK) | Acer Predator Helios 3D 15 SpatialLabs Edition (PH3D15) |
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Operating System (OS) | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
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Software Included | MSI APP Player, MSI Center | SpatialLabs TrueGame |
MISCELLANEOUS | MSI Katana 15 (B12VGK) | Acer Predator Helios 3D 15 SpatialLabs Edition (PH3D15) |
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Included Accessories | Power adapter | Power adapter |
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Integrated Options | - | Eye tracking sensor |
Security Slot Type | - | Kensington security slot |
Theft/Intrusion Protection | - | Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) |
Features | Cooler Boost 5 technology | 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) |
Manufacturer Warranty | Limited warranty - 1 year | Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in International travellers warranty - 1 year |
Model Number | 033UK | 71 |