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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you're looking for a laptop with higher performance for gaming or demanding engineering tasks, the Acer Predator Helios 300, with a dedicated graphics card and a higher-end processor, is suitable. It also offers a larger screen and is a bit heavier, which may affect portability. On the other hand, the ASUS Vivobook 14 is more budget-friendly and lightweight, making it easily portable and a solid choice for general use, like web browsing, office applications, and media consumption. However, its integrated graphics and less powerful processor make it less suitable for intensive 3D tasks, machine learning, or gaming. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Predator Helios 300
- Good for general use
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Good overall display quality
- Good speakers
- Good keyboard
Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 14
- Very good portability
- Good battery life
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.2
6.0
6.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
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 Vivobook 14 is only fair.
The Acer Predator Helios 300 excels in gaming and 3D tasks primarily due to its more powerful Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU and higher screen refresh rate of 144Hz, features that enhance visual experience and performance. In contrast, the ASUS Vivobook 14, with its integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics and a standard 60Hz screen refresh rate, offers modest gaming capabilities but fails to match the Acer's smooth visuals and higher frame-rate potential.
Engineering and Design
7.6
6.3
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
6.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Acer Predator Helios 300 is good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair.
The Acer Predator Helios 300 outshines the ASUS Vivobook 14 for engineering and design due to its superior CPU, double the RAM, and a far more powerful GPU, critical for demanding applications and rendering tasks, alongside a higher-quality display. While the Vivobook offers better portability and speaker quality, its less capable hardware and average screen make it less ideal for intensive engineering programs, though it can handle lighter design work efficiently.
Screen Quality
7.3
6.3
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
294.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
The Acer Predator Helios 300 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook 14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Acer Predator Helios 300 typically features a display that offers high resolution and brightness, making it a strong choice for general use and engineering tasks where clarity and color accuracy are key. However, despite its name, its refresh rate may not be high enough for the smooth visuals demanded by gaming and 3D applications. On the other hand, the ASUS Vivobook 14 provides adequate resolution and brightness for everyday activities and engineering, but its screen attributes, including refresh rate and color gamut coverage, fall short for the premium experience needed for gaming and professional 3D work.
Battery
3.5 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Acer Predator Helios 300 has 3.5 hours of battery life. The ASUS Vivobook 14 has 7 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.
Portability
Fair
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
5.5 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has very good portability, while the Acer Predator Helios 300 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,204
$480
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Acer Predator Helios 300 has a price of $1,204 and the ASUS Vivobook 14 costs $480.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.4
6.9
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
294.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
3.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
6.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Acer Predator Helios 300 to be good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair.
The Acer Predator Helios 300 is equipped with a more powerful CPU and double the RAM of the ASUS Vivobook 14, resulting in better performance for demanding tasks, but is heavier and has a shorter battery life, making it less portable. The ASUS Vivobook has a longer battery life and is more lightweight, making it ideal for on-the-go use, but its lower RAM and less powerful CPU may affect multitasking and the use of intensive applications.
Content Creation
7.3
6.9
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Acer Predator Helios 300 to be good for content creation, while the ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair.
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
6.8
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Acer Predator Helios 300 to be good for software development, while the ASUS Vivobook 14 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.
Build Quality
7.4
7.0
The Acer Predator Helios 300 and ASUS Vivobook 14 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 Vivobook 14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,204 | $480 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2021 | March 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.3'' x 10'' x 0.9'' | 12.8'' x 8.4'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.51 lbs | 3.09 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.3" | 12.79" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10" | 8.42" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-11800H | Intel i5-1235U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 1 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 3.5 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 59 Wh | 42 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 294 nits | 250 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.9/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
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 | 6.8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
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 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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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."
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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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