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Updated March 22, 2024·
If affordability is a priority and you primarily game or work on demanding tasks at a desk, the Acer Predator Helios 300 is a solid choice, but it's heavier and may have shorter battery life compared to the HP Omen Transcend 14, which is more expensive but offers better portability and potentially longer usage on a single charge, making it better suited for those frequently on the move. It's worth noting that if you need a laptop for general use, cheaper models might suffice, while specific engineering or professional software may require certain specifications found in one of these models. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Predator Helios 300
- Good speakers
Advantages of the HP Omen Transcend 14
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Good portability
- Very good battery life
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.4
8.2
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
294.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
400.0 nits
3.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
6.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.9/10
The HP Omen Transcend 14 is very good for general use, while the Acer Predator Helios 300 is good.
The Acer Predator Helios 300 delivers strong performance for general tasks with a capable CPU and sufficient RAM, but its screen quality and heavier build impair portability when compared to the HP Omen Transcend 14, which offers a balance of high-quality display and lighter design suitable for on-the-go use, despite a trade-off in battery life. Both laptops handle storage, keyboard, speakers, noise, and heat efficiently, but the HP has the edge in portability and screen quality, which are critical for everyday use.
Gaming and AI
7.2
7.9
6.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The HP Omen Transcend 14 and Acer Predator Helios 300 are both good for gaming and AI, though the HP Omen Transcend 14 is somewhat better.
The Acer Predator Helios 300 offers powerful graphics capabilities suitable for gaming and 3D rendering with its high-refresh-rate screen that makes gameplay smooth and visually appealing. The HP Omen Transcend 14, while also strong in GPU performance for gaming and 3D tasks, provides slightly less visual fluidity but compensates with high screen quality and a capable CPU for an overall balanced experience.
Engineering and Design
7.6
8.5
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
6.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP Omen Transcend 14 is very good for engineering and design, while the Acer Predator Helios 300 is good.
The HP Omen Transcend 14 typically offers a more powerful CPU, more RAM, and a higher-quality GPU than the Acer Predator Helios 300, leading to smoother performance in demanding engineering and design tasks; it also usually boasts a superior screen quality for fine detail work. However, the Acer may be more portable and could have a quieter operating noise, which are factors to consider if mobility and a quieter work environment are critical for you.
Content Creation
7.3
8.3
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The HP Omen Transcend 14 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
8.1
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The HP Omen Transcend 14 is very good for software development, while the Acer Predator Helios 300 is good.
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
8.6
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
294.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
400.0 nits
The HP Omen Transcend 14 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, the Acer Predator Helios 300 delivers pleasing visuals thanks to its solid resolution and brightness, making documents and videos look clear and vibrant. Engineering and design professionals would appreciate its wide color coverage, offering accuracy important in tasks like photo editing and CAD work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, its lower refresh rate may lead to less fluid motion, which is crucial for an immersive experience.
Battery
3.5 Hours
11.0 Hours
The Acer Predator Helios 300 has 3.5 hours of battery life. The HP Omen Transcend 14 has 11 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
14.0in
5.5 lbs
WEIGHT
3.8 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP Omen Transcend 14 has good portability, while the Acer Predator Helios 300 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,204
$1,699
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Acer Predator Helios 300 has a price of $1,204 and the HP Omen Transcend 14 costs $1,699.
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Build Quality
7.4
7.2
The Acer Predator Helios 300 and HP Omen Transcend 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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How the Acer Predator Helios 300 and the HP Omen Transcend 14 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Acer Predator Helios 300 | HP Omen Transcend 14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,204 | $1,699 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2021 | February 1, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.3'' x 10'' x 0.9'' | 12.3'' x 9.2'' x 0.71'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.51 lbs | 3.87 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.3" | 12.32" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10" | 9.19" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-11800H | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 3.5 Hours | 11 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 59 Wh | 71 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | OLED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2880 x 1800 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 120Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 294 nits | 400 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.9/10 | 8/10 | |
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 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 6.3/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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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 HP
HP, also known as Hewlett-Packard, is an American technology company that develops personal computers and computer peripherals. In the laptop industry, HP is known for its entry level Essential series laptops, its mid-range Pavilion, Envy, and Victus series, and high-end Omen and Spectre series, in addition to its business-oriented EliteBook, ProBook, and Dragonfly series laptops. HP laptops generally undercut other mainstream competitors in terms of price, placing itself as the value-oriented mainstream brand.
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