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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Acer Predator Helios 300 is more expensive, but offers better performance for 3D rendering, machine learning, and intensive gaming thanks to its dedicated Nvidia RTX 3060 graphics card. It is heavier and has a lower battery capacity, making it less portable. On the other hand, the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is less expensive, lighter, and provides a significantly longer battery life which contributes to better portability. It has an OLED screen with higher resolution and color accuracy, but its integrated Iris Xe graphics are less powerful for demanding tasks like gaming. The Vivobook is a more recent model with a powerful processor, but for high-performance computing or gaming, the Predator would be more suitable. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Predator Helios 300
- Good for gaming and AI
- Good keyboard
Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Good portability
- Good battery life
Key differences
General Use
7.4
7.9
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1620
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
294.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
600.0 nits
3.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
6.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED and Acer Predator Helios 300 are both good for general use, though the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is somewhat better.
The Acer Predator Helios 300 with its high-performance CPU and dedicated graphics card is well-suited for general tasks, but at the expense of being heavier and having shorter battery life compared to the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED, which offers superior screen quality and portability with a higher-resolution OLED display and longer battery life, and an even more advanced CPU, but lacks a dedicated graphics card, affecting its performance in graphically intensive tasks.
Engineering and Design
7.6
8.2
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.5/10
6.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is very good for engineering and design, while the Acer Predator Helios 300 is good.
The Acer Predator Helios 300 with its i7 processor and Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU is well-suited for tasks requiring graphics performance, while its IPS screen offers decent quality for design work. In contrast, the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED features a more powerful i9 processor and its OLED screen provides superior color and resolution for detailed engineering and design tasks, though it relies on integrated graphics which may not handle intensive 3D graphics tasks as effectively.
Content Creation
7.3
8.2
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1620
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is very good for content creation, while the Acer Predator Helios 300 is good.
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
7.9
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1620
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED and Acer Predator Helios 300 are both good for software development, though the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is somewhat better.
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.
Screen Quality
7.3
8.9
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1620
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
294.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
600.0 nits
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has a better screen than the Acer Predator Helios 300 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The Acer Predator Helios 300, with its strong resolution and brightness, offers a clear and vibrant experience suitable for general activities and engineering tasks, which require precision and a wide range of colors. On the other hand, the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED delivers exceptional color reproduction and contrast thanks to its OLED panel, making it ideal for tasks that demand high color accuracy, such as engineering and design work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, both laptops fall short due to lower refresh rates, which are critical for smooth and responsive visuals in fast-paced environments.
Battery
3.5 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Acer Predator Helios 300 has 3.5 hours of battery life. The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED 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
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
5.5 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has good portability, while the Acer Predator Helios 300 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,099
$990
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
The Acer Predator Helios 300 has a price of $1,099 and the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED costs $990.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
7.2
6.7
6.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1620
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Acer Predator Helios 300 to be good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Build Quality
7.4
7.2
The Acer Predator Helios 300 and ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED 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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How the Acer Predator Helios 300 and the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Acer Predator Helios 300 | ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,099 | $990 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2021 | March 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.3'' x 10'' x 0.9'' | 14.2'' x 9'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.51 lbs | 3.75 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.3" | 14.15" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10" | 9.03" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-11800H | Intel i9-13900H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 1 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 3.5 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 59 Wh | 75 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | OLED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2880 x 1620 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 120Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 294 nits | 600 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.9/10 | 7.9/10 | |
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 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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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 Vivobook S 15 OLED
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Darragh Murphy | November 2022
"The Asus Vivobook S 15 OLED excels as a capable work machine at an affordable price. It offers commendable performance, thanks to its 12th Gen Intel chip, delivers quality on-screen entertainment with its 15.6-inch OLED display, and can (kind of) get you through a full day of work. Oh, and its special Asus Antibacterial Guard is a nice touch for those who like a clean laptop."
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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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