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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Acer Predator Helios 300 is often less expensive, whereas the Gigabyte Aorus 5 is priced higher, yet offers a stronger main processor and a more powerful GPU, which means superior performance for 3D, machine learning, and gaming. However, the Helios is lighter and slightly more portable. The Aorus 5 comes equipped with a much larger battery capacity, suggesting potentially longer battery life for general use. Both laptops have similar RAM, storage, and screen size, but the Aorus provides a significantly higher screen refresh rate, making it better for fast-motion visuals which is beneficial for intensive gaming. If budget is a concern and you still want good performance, consider the Helios 300. For those prioritizing high performance, particularly in gaming or demanding tasks, and a longer battery life, the Aorus 5 may be worth the extra cost. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Predator Helios 300
- The Acer Predator Helios 300 has no clear advantages over the Gigabyte Aorus 5.
Advantages of the Gigabyte Aorus 5
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.2
7.9
6.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 5 and Acer Predator Helios 300 are both good for gaming and AI, though the Gigabyte Aorus 5 is somewhat better.
The Acer Predator Helios 300 is equipped with an Nvidia RTX 3060 and a 144Hz screen, making it a solid choice for gaming and 3D applications; on the other hand, the Gigabyte Aorus 5 boasts a more powerful Nvidia RTX 3070 and a higher 360Hz refresh rate screen, offering even smoother visuals and potentially better performance in demanding scenarios. While both are suitable, the Aorus 5's higher GPU capabilities and refresh rate advantage cater to those looking for top-tier gaming experiences, though it may come at a higher cost.
Engineering and Design
7.6
8.2
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
6.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Gigabyte Aorus 5 is very good for engineering and design, while the Acer Predator Helios 300 is good.
The Gigabyte Aorus 5 outshines the Acer Predator Helios 300 in engineering and design use due to a more advanced CPU and a superior GPU, offering greater processing power and enhanced graphics performance, which is crucial for demanding tasks like 3D modeling and simulation. While both have high-quality IPS displays, the screen quality of the Aorus 5 is slightly better, and its larger battery capacity likely contributes to a longer battery life; however, it is slightly less portable due to a higher weight, and fan noise may be more noticeable with higher performance components under load.
Screen Quality
7.3
8.0
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
294.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
280.0 nits
The Gigabyte Aorus 5 has a better screen than the Acer Predator Helios 300 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, both the Acer Predator Helios 300 and Gigabyte Aorus 5 provide crisp images and good visibility with their respectable resolution and brightness, offering comfortable viewing experiences for web browsing, document editing, or video streaming. In engineering and design, users will appreciate the adequate color reproduction capabilities of both models, which ensure that the colors in their projects are represented accurately and vividly. However, gamers and 3D designers may find the refresh rate lacking, leading to less fluid motion and longer response times, which can be a disadvantage in fast-paced or visually intensive scenarios.
Battery
3.5 Hours
5.0 Hours
The Acer Predator Helios 300 has 3.5 hours of battery life. The Gigabyte Aorus 5 has 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
$2,359
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The Acer Predator Helios 300 has a price of $1,204 and the Gigabyte Aorus 5 costs $2,359.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.4
7.5
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
294.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
280.0 nits
3.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
6.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.7/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 5 and Acer Predator Helios 300 are both good for general use.
The Acer Predator Helios 300 and Gigabyte Aorus 5 are both equipped with substantial RAM and powerful CPUs, suitable for multitasking and demanding applications, ensuring smooth general use. However, while the Predator has a good balance of portability and battery life for mobility, the Aorus 5, with a better screen refresh rate and speaker quality, may offer a more enjoyable media consumption experience at the expense of being slightly less portable and heavier.
Content Creation
7.3
7.6
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Gigabyte Aorus 5 and Acer Predator Helios 300 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
7.3
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 5 and Acer Predator Helios 300 are both good for software development.
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
15.6in
5.5 lbs
WEIGHT
5.0 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The Acer Predator Helios 300 and Gigabyte Aorus 5 both have only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4
7.4
The Acer Predator Helios 300 and Gigabyte Aorus 5 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 Gigabyte Aorus 5 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Acer Predator Helios 300 | Gigabyte Aorus 5 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,204 | $2,359 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2021 | June 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.3'' x 10'' x 0.9'' | 14'' x 10'' x 1.08'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.51 lbs | 5.07 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.3" | 14" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10" | 10" | |
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 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 3.5 Hours | 5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 59 Wh | 99 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 360Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 294 nits | 280 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.9/10 | 6.7/10 | |
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 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
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 | 3 | |
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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Can Buy or Not
Vincent Chang | June 2022
"The Gigabyte Aorus 5 SE4 is a capable mainstream gaming notebook that will run the latest PC games with aplomb. However, it's not your stereotypical flashy gaming PC. Gigabyte has added some interesting tweaks. For example, the webcam placement and its Microsoft Azure AI tool — to automatically switch between power modes — are unusual for this genre. But more importantly, the pricing is fairly competitive and reasonable."
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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 Gigabyte
Gigabyte is a Taiwanese computer hardware manufacturer. While Gigabyte mainly focuses its business on desktop hardware, Gigabyte is known for its value-oriented G series laptops, thin and light Aero series, and performance-oriented Aorus series. Gigabyte laptops offer a strong value proposition to compete with mainstream alternatives.
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