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Updated January 10, 2024·

The Acer Predator Helios 300 boasts higher performance for 3D rendering, machine learning, and engineering tasks with its dedicated Nvidia graphics, more RAM, and a powerful Intel i7 processor, making it suitable for intensive gaming and demanding applications, but it's heavier and has a shorter battery life. The Framework Laptop is lighter and has a much longer battery life, making it highly portable with a better screen for general use and higher resolution, but it has integrated graphics, less RAM, and an Intel i5 processor, making it less suitable for demanding software and gaming. Choose the Acer for performance-demanding tasks or the Framework for better portability and everyday use. Give Feedback

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Advantages of the Acer Predator Helios 300
  • Good for gaming and AI
Advantages of the Framework Laptop 13 (2023)
  • Very good portability
  • Good battery life
  • Very good speakers
  • Very good keyboard

Key differences

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Gaming and AI

7.2
Predator Helios 300
Laptop 13 (2023)
6.3
6.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
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 Framework Laptop 13 (2023) is only fair.

Software Development

7.1
Predator Helios 300
Laptop 13 (2023)
7.6
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) and Acer Predator Helios 300 are both good for software development, though the Framework Laptop 13 (2023) is somewhat better.

Screen Quality

7.3
Predator Helios 300
Laptop 13 (2023)
7.4
15.6in
SIZE
13.5in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
294.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
472.0 nits
The Acer Predator Helios 300 has a better screen than the Framework Laptop 13 for gaming and AI, while the Framework Laptop 13 has a better screen for general use, engineering and design, and content creation.

Battery

3.5 Hours
Predator Helios 300
Laptop 13 (2023)
7.5 Hours
The Acer Predator Helios 300 has 3.5 hours of battery life. The Framework Laptop 13 has 7.5 hours of battery life.

Portability

Fair
Predator Helios 300
Laptop 13 (2023)
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
13.5in
5.5 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) 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
Predator Helios 300
Laptop 13 (2023)
$1,079
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The Acer Predator Helios 300 has a price of $1,204 and the Framework Laptop 13 (2023) costs $1,079.
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Key similarities

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General Use

7.4
Predator Helios 300
Laptop 13 (2023)
7.5
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
294.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
472.0 nits
3.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.5 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
6.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.8/10
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) and Acer Predator Helios 300 are both good for general use.

Engineering and Design

7.6
Predator Helios 300
Laptop 13 (2023)
7.3
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.8/10
6.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Acer Predator Helios 300 and Framework Laptop 13 (2023) are both good for engineering and design.

Content Creation

7.3
Predator Helios 300
Laptop 13 (2023)
7.5
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2256 x 1504
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) and Acer Predator Helios 300 are both good for content creation.

Build Quality

7.4
Predator Helios 300
Laptop 13 (2023)
7.8
The Framework Laptop 13 (2023) and Acer Predator Helios 300 both have good build quality.

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How the Acer Predator Helios 300 and the Framework Laptop 13 (2023) compare to other laptops

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Spec Comparison

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Acer Predator Helios 300Framework Laptop 13 (2023)
Acer Predator Helios 300Framework Laptop 13 (2023)

GENERAL

Price
$1,204
$1,079
Release Date
May 1, 2021May 1, 2023
Overall Dimensions
14.3'' x 10'' x 0.9''11.7'' x 9'' x 0.62''
Weight
5.51 lbs2.95 lbs
Width
14.3"11.7"
Depth
10"9.01"

INTERNAL

Processor
Intel i7-11800HIntel i5-1340P
RAM
16 GB8 GB
DDR Memory Version
44
RAM Slots
22
Storage
512 GB256 GB

BATTERY

Battery Life
3.5 Hours7.5 Hours
Battery Capacity
59 Wh55 Wh

SCREEN

Diagonal Size
15.6"13.5"
Display Technology
IPSIPS
Resolution
1920 x 10802256 x 1504
Refresh Rate
144Hz60Hz
Display Brightness
294 nits472 nits

RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS

Build Quality Score
7.4/107.8/10
Portability Score
6.9/108.8/10
Gaming Laptop Appearance
YesNo
Premium Business Laptop
NoNo
Fan Noise Score
7.5/107.5/10

HARDWARE FEATURES

Keyboard Quality Score
7.5/108.5/10
Speaker Quality Score
7/108/10
Webcam
720p1080p
Fingerprint Reader
NoYes
Backlit Keyboard
YesYes
Number Pad
YesNo

CONNECTIVITY

USB Type-A
31
USB-C ports
12
USB-C Charging
NoYes
Display Outputs
32
Thunderbolt Version
44

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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."

Framework Laptop 13 (2023)

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Scott Gilbertson | July 2023
"If you’re thinking of investing in your first Framework, now is the time. The kinks and rough edges have all been smoothed out and this is a very nice machine with a bright, upgradable future. The only reason I can think of to wait is the AMD model, which I’ll be sure to test as soon as I can get my hands on one."

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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 Framework

Framework is a new American laptop manufacturer, specializing in modular and repairable laptops with the goals of promoting longevity and reducing electronic waste. They are a strong proponent of the right to repair movement. Framework laptops have replaceable RAM, storage, ports, keyboards, display bezels, mainboards, and more, making them a great choice for repairability-oriented individuals.

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