MSI Pulse 17 (B13VFK) vs. Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of MSI Pulse 17 (B13VFK) and Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17). 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 Pulse 17 (B13VFK) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Pulse 17 (B13VFK) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

lightweight for size

ample connectivity options

robust build quality

high price point

average battery life

loud under load

no biometric security

Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high-refresh-rate display

advanced cooling system

expandable storage options

rgb keyboard lighting

heavier than competitors

short battery life

premium price point

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI Pulse 17 (B13VFK) and Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17)
86 % - Design
87 % - Display
87 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
86 % - Design
82 % - Display
95 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI Pulse 17 (B13VFK) vs. Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI Pulse 17 (B13VFK) Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.8 cm x 27.3 cm x 2.72 cm 38.035 cm x 28 cm x 2.19 cm
Weight 2.7 kg 3 kg
Case Material - Anodised aluminium
Colour Grey Abyssal black
DISPLAY MSI Pulse 17 (B13VFK) Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 17" - IPS
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 144 Hz 250 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Brightness - 1000 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% DCI-P3
Features IPS-level Anti-glare, matte, ComfyView, Acer BluelightShield technology, 8 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display, Dynamic Display Switching (DDS)
PROCESSOR MSI Pulse 17 (B13VFK) Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17)
CPU Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13700H / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13900HX / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz 5.4 GHz
Number of Cores 14-core 24-core
Cache L3 - 24 MB L3 - 36 MB
Chipset - Intel HM770
Features Intel Smart Cache Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY MSI Pulse 17 (B13VFK) Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 32 GB (2 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 5200 MHz 5600 MHz
Rated Speed 5200 MHz 5600 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 262-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE MSI Pulse 17 (B13VFK) Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 2.048 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 - Micron
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI Pulse 17 (B13VFK) Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 16 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features Max-Q design, NVIDIA Resizable BAR, Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch, NVIDIA Reflex, NVIDIA DLSS 3 -
Gaming Yes Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - Full HD
Camera Features - Windows Hello, Temporal Noise Reduction
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Six speakers, two microphones
Compliant Standards - DTS:X
Audio Features Output: Nahimic 3 sound technology, Hi-Res Audio Output: Acer TrueHarmony technology
VR Ready Yes -
COMMUNICATIONS MSI Pulse 17 (B13VFK) Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1690i - M.2 2230 (CNVi)
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Killer Ethernet E3100G
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY MSI Pulse 17 (B13VFK) Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17)
Technology 4-cell -
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh 99 Wh
AC ADAPTER MSI Pulse 17 (B13VFK) Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A 330 Watt, 19.5 V, 16.9 A
INPUT MSI Pulse 17 (B13VFK) Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad 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 Pulse 17 (B13VFK) Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
HDMI 2.1 (8K support)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (with power off charging)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI 2.1
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Express Card)
SOFTWARE MSI Pulse 17 (B13VFK) Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home
Software Included MSI APP Player, MSI Center -
MISCELLANEOUS MSI Pulse 17 (B13VFK) Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Cooler Boost 5 technology, Meta Ready Administrator password, system password, vapor chamber cooling system, 5th Gen AeroBlade 3D fan technology, liquid metal grease
SAR Value - 0.8 W/kg (body), 0.8 W/kg (head), 0.8 W/kg (limb)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number 010UK 71
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