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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Acer Predator Helios 300 is often somewhat more expensive than the ASUS TUF Gaming F17, but it provides better performance for intensive engineering tasks, 3D rendering, and gaming, thanks to its superior main processor and GPU. It's also more suitable for portable use due to its slightly lower weight. However, the ASUS offers a larger screen and longer battery life, making it a better choice for those prioritizing screen real estate and time away from power outlets. Keep in mind the ASUS comes with less RAM, which may affect multitasking and demanding applications. Both laptops have a midrange price point and gaming appearance, with the ASUS being newer by one year. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Predator Helios 300
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Good for software development
- Good overall display quality
Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming F17
- The ASUS TUF Gaming F17 has no clear advantages over the Acer Predator Helios 300.
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.2
6.6
6.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
5.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Acer Predator Helios 300 is good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS TUF Gaming F17 is only fair.
The Acer Predator Helios 300 leads with a stronger GPU, the Nvidia RTX 3060, compared to the Asus TUF Gaming F17's RTX 3050 Ti, and it has a more capable CPU, which translates to better gaming and 3D performance. Both laptops have equal screen refresh rates which are essential for smooth visuals in gaming, but the superior GPU and CPU of the Acer gives it an edge in more demanding gaming scenarios and tasks that require better graphics processing.
Engineering and Design
7.6
6.9
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.2/10
6.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
5.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Acer Predator Helios 300 is good for engineering and design, while the ASUS TUF Gaming F17 is only fair.
The Acer Predator Helios 300 is equipped with a higher-end CPU and GPU combo and more RAM, making it powerful for complex engineering and design tasks, while its high screen refresh rate and good screen coverage support crisp and vibrant visuals. The ASUS TUF Gaming F17, while also suitable for engineering and design, offers a larger screen size which may be preferable for extensive work, but has a less powerful CPU and GPU and less RAM, which could limit performance in very demanding applications. Portability and keyboard quality of both are considered good, with the Acer being slightly heavier, indicating a tradeoff for its higher performance capabilities.
Screen Quality
7.3
6.9
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
294.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
264.0 nits
The Acer Predator Helios 300 has a better screen than the ASUS TUF Gaming F17 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and software development.
For general use, the Acer Predator Helios 300 and ASUS TUF Gaming F17 both offer satisfactory resolution and brightness, which make for a clear and vibrant display that is easy on the eyes even during extended periods of use. In engineering and design, the Helios 300 has the advantage due to a wider color gamut, enabling it to display more accurate and varied shades, which is key for detailed and color-sensitive work. However, for Gaming and 3D applications, both laptops fall short since they have lower refresh rates, which can lead to less smooth visuals where fast motion and quick reactions are essential.
Battery
3.5 Hours
4.5 Hours
The Acer Predator Helios 300 has 3.5 hours of battery life. The ASUS TUF Gaming F17 has 4.5 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Cost
$1,204
$1,000
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
The Acer Predator Helios 300 has a price of $1,204 and the ASUS TUF Gaming F17 costs $1,000.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.4
7.1
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
294.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
264.0 nits
3.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.5 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
6.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.4/10
The Acer Predator Helios 300 and ASUS TUF Gaming F17 are both good for general use.
The Acer Predator Helios 300 leads in general use with a faster CPU, more RAM, and a higher-quality screen, providing fluid multitasking and clearer visuals, beneficial for both work and entertainment. Despite its larger screen, the ASUS TUF Gaming F17 is less suitable due to a slower CPU, less RAM, and reduced screen quality, which may impact performance and user experience in daily tasks; however, it does offer a slightly longer battery life and better heat management, which could be useful during extended use.
Content Creation
7.3
7.1
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Acer Predator Helios 300 and ASUS TUF Gaming F17 are both good for content creation.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
7.1
6.7
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Acer Predator Helios 300 to be good for software development, while the ASUS TUF Gaming F17 is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Portability
Fair
Fair
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
5.5 lbs
WEIGHT
5.7 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Acer Predator Helios 300 and ASUS TUF Gaming F17 both have only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4
7.2
The Acer Predator Helios 300 and ASUS TUF Gaming F17 both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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Spec Comparison
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| Acer Predator Helios 300 | ASUS TUF Gaming F17 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,204 | $1,000 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2021 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.3'' x 10'' x 0.9'' | 15.7'' x 10.6'' x 0.91'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.51 lbs | 5.73 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.3" | 15.71" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10" | 10.59" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-11800H | Intel i5-11400H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 3.5 Hours | 4.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 59 Wh | 48 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 294 nits | 264 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.9/10 | 6.4/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Acer Predator Helios 300
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Christian Hintze | November 2022
"The Acer Predator Helios 300 review is an overclocked gaming laptop with a good display. The Predator is large, heavy, and loud, but also offers plenty of performance according to gamers. An overclocked gaming laptop - or its user - also has to struggle with the usual disadvantages we mentioned above. On the other hand, overclocking is optional, and those who like it quieter and can live with a few less frames per second can also switch to the significantly more moderate Standard mode. Then the Helios 300 won't be any louder than the competitors."
ASUS TUF Gaming F17
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Christian Hintze | April 2022
"One of the Asus TUF Gaming F17’s highlights is without a doubt its excellent gaming performance. The fact that Asus configured the RTX 3060 GPU for its specified maximum of 140 W is became immediately noticeable in our benchmarks. For a 17-inch notebook the F17 also offers a very long battery life, which makes it somewhat portable. On the flip side is the display. It may be saved by its good overall contrast ratio, but its overall brightness is simply too low, and its response times are too slow for a gaming device. The F17’s successor needs to improve upon this."
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About Acer
Acer is a prominent Taiwanese electronics brand which makes a wide range of laptops, with multiple product lines catering to personal use, gaming, and business use. They are renowned for having exceptional value for money, as they frequently offer good specifications at a lower price than other manufacturers.
About ASUS
ASUS, a Taiwanese electronics brand, is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. The majority of their laptops are targeted towards personal use or gaming. Their most popular product lines include the budget-friendly VivoBook, more premium ZenBook, and their TUF and ROG gaming laptops, the latter of which has a reputation for excellent gaming performance.
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