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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Acer Predator Helios 300 offers robust gaming capabilities with a dedicated Nvidia RTX graphics card and a high refresh rate display, ideal for fast-paced gaming and some engineering tasks; however, it's heavier and has a shorter battery life which impacts portability. The Dell Precision 5470, while more expensive, is more portable, has a longer battery life, and a higher resolution display with better color accuracy, making it better suited for professional creative work and general use. Its professional-grade Nvidia graphics are optimized for engineering software, but it may not match the gaming performance of the Helios 300. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Predator Helios 300
- Good for gaming and AI
Advantages of the Dell Precision 5470
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good portability
- Good battery life
- Best in class speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.2
6.7
6.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
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 Dell Precision 5470 is only fair.
The Acer Predator Helios 300 is equipped with a high refresh rate screen, making it suitable for smooth gaming and 3D experiences, while the Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU supports intensive graphic demands; in contrast, the Dell Precision 5470, with its Nvidia RTX A1000 GPU, caters well to 3D rendering and gaming but offers a standard refresh rate display, which might be less optimal for the fastest-paced gaming scenarios.
Content Creation
7.3
7.8
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell Precision 5470 and Acer Predator Helios 300 are both good for content creation, though the Dell Precision 5470 is somewhat better.
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
7.7
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Dell Precision 5470 and Acer Predator Helios 300 are both good for software development, though the Dell Precision 5470 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
7.3
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
294.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
500.0 nits
The Acer Predator Helios 300 has a better screen than the Dell Precision 5470 for gaming and AI, while the Dell Precision 5470 has a better screen for general use, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
If you prioritize screen clarity and detail for everyday tasks, both the Acer Predator Helios 300 and the Dell Precision 5470 offer screens that meet general needs with their resolution and brightness. For engineering and design work where color accuracy is crucial, both laptops have displays with color gamuts that cover a wide spectrum, delivering precise color representation. However, for gaming and 3D applications where motion smoothness is key, neither laptop is ideal due to their lower refresh rates, even though they have decent resolution and panel quality.
Battery
3.5 Hours
9.0 Hours
The Acer Predator Helios 300 has 3.5 hours of battery life. The Dell Precision 5470 has 9 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
3.2 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Dell Precision 5470 has very good portability, while the Acer Predator Helios 300 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4
8.5
The Dell Precision 5470 has very good build quality, while the Acer Predator Helios 300 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,204
$1,669
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Acer Predator Helios 300 has a price of $1,204 and the Dell Precision 5470 costs $1,669.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.4
7.7
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
294.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
500.0 nits
3.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
6.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.4/10
The Dell Precision 5470 and Acer Predator Helios 300 are both good for general use.
The Acer Predator Helios 300 offers a solid combination of CPU, RAM, and high refresh rate screen for smooth general use, but it is less portable and has shorter battery life when compared to the Dell Precision 5470, which combines a powerful CPU, ample RAM, and a higher-resolution screen that displays more accurate colors, in addition to a lightweight design and longer battery life, making it more suited for on-the-go users.
Engineering and Design
7.6
7.8
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
6.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Dell Precision 5470 and Acer Predator Helios 300 are both good for engineering and design.
The Acer Predator Helios 300, with its Intel i7 processor, 16 GB RAM, Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU, and high-refresh-rate IPS screen, is robust for engineering and design tasks that demand strong CPU and GPU performance but is heavier and has a shorter battery life than the Dell Precision 5470. The Dell Precision 5470 also has an Intel i7 processor and 16 GB RAM, complemented by the Nvidia RTX A1000 GPU and a bright high-resolution screen, offering professional-quality graphics and more portability for on-the-go engineering work, but it may have a higher price point due to its professional-grade hardware and build quality.
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Spec Comparison
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| Acer Predator Helios 300 | Dell Precision 5470 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,204 | $1,669 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2021 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.3'' x 10'' x 0.9'' | 12.2'' x 8.3'' x 0.74'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.51 lbs | 3.26 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.3" | 12.22" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10" | 8.27" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-11800H | Intel i7-12700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 3.5 Hours | 9 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 59 Wh | 72 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 294 nits | 500 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.9/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | Yes | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 9/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 9.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 0 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 4 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 4 | |
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."
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Brian Westover | August 2022
"The Dell Precision 5470 is a mobile workstation that's far more portable than most alternatives. Between its slim 14-inch design and top-quality MIL-STD 810H build, it's one of the best options around for taking professional-grade performance on the road or to the job site. There are tradeoffs for its portability, and users of the most demanding, graphics-intensive applications will need to carry something heavier. But the Dell's exceptional battery life underscores its desirability as the most portable workstation we've seen."
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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 Dell
Dell is a highly recognizable American technology company, and is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. Their laptops are very popular for both personal and professional use, and they also own the Alienware brand which makes mid to high end gaming laptops. Their premium XPS range of laptops offer great build quality and portability, while Latitude and Precision laptops are known for reliability, repairability and performance for business users.
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