•  Date Published: 16 Sep 2024
    • Intel Core i9-11900H
    • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 (Laptop, 140W)
    • 17.3”, Full HD (1920 x 1080), 144 Hz, IPS
    • 512GB SSD
    • 16GB RAM
    • 2.90 kg (6.4 lbs)
    6.8
    TOTAL SCORE
    6.2 Portability Good
    7.0 Display Very Good
    6.7 For Work Good
    7.2 For Gaming Very Good

    Specs

    • HDD/SSD
    • 512GB SSD
    • RAM
    • 16GB RAM
    • OS
    • Windows 11 Home
    • Body Material
    • Plastic / Polycarbonate, Aluminum
    • Dimensions
    • 398 x 275.3 x 26.55 mm (15.67" x 10.84" x 1.05")
    • Weight
    • 2.90 kg (6.4 lbs)
    • Ports and connectivity
    • 2x USB Type-A
    • 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps)
    • 1x USB Type-A
    • 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps)
    • 1x USB Type-C
    • 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps)
    • HDMI
    • Mini DisplayPort
    • Card Reader
    • Ethernet LAN
    • 10, 100, 1000 Mbit/s
    • Wi-Fi
    • 802.11ax
    • Bluetooth
    • 5.1
    • Audio jack
    • 3.5mm Combo Jack
    • Features
    • Fingerprint reader
    • Web camera
    • HD
    • Backlit keyboard
    • Microphone
    • Dual Microphones
    • Speakers
    • 2x Stereo Speakers, Acer TrueHarmony, DTS:X Ultra
    • Security Lock slot
    • Kensington Lock

    Portability

    Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317-55)
    15.67" x 10.84" x 1.05" Dimensions
    2.90 kg (6.4 lbs) Weight
    Average 17.3-inch laptop
    2.86 kg (6.3 lbs) -1% Weight

    Review

    Acer Predator Helios 300 in-depth review

    Acer produces one of the three most popular gaming brands in the laptop world. Besides Alienware and ROG, the Predators are among the most recognizable gaming devices on the market. And today, we have the latest 17-inch notebook from the marque - the Predator Helios 300 (PH317-55). Although it might seem largely unchanged from last year, the device packs a lot of power. So much, in fact, that it is on the verge to put the behemoth Helios 700 from last year to shame.This is not because of something revolutionary from Acer, however, but mostly thanks to what Intel and NVIDIA managed to do. In addition to the Core i7-11800H, the laptop is paired with up to an RTX 3070 graphics card with a 140W TGP.However, you will also be impressed by the display options. There are two top dogs avai[...]

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    Pros

    • Thunderbolt 4 + HDMI 2.1
    • Decent performance on paper
    • 2x SODIMM, 2x M.2 + 2.5-inch SATA drive slot
    • 96% sRGB coverage and accurate color representation with our Gaming and Web design profile
    • 144Hz display has quick pixel response times

    Cons

    • Lacks an SD card reader
    • GPU warms up pretty quickly during gaming
    • No MUX switch
    • Unimpressive battery life

    Disassembly, maintenance and upgrade options

    Getting inside of this notebook is fairly easy, and gives you access to a lot of upgrade options.Check out all Acer Predator Helios 300 (PH317-55) prices and configurations in our Specs System or read more in our In-Depth review.1. Remove the bottom plate 11 Phillips-head screws are holding the bottom panel in place. After you undo them, you have to pry the bottom panel. To make your job easier, you have to start from the back.2. Battery Weirdly enough, the battery capacity here is only 55Wh.3. Мemory and storage Hidden beneath a metal plate, there are two SODIMM s[...]

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