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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Acer Predator Helios 300 is slightly more expensive and offers good performance for general use and gaming. It has a robust build, decent battery life, and is capable of intensive gaming. However, it's heavier and has a lower resolution display compared to the Lenovo Legion Slim 5i. On the other hand, the Lenovo Legion Slim 5i, while generally cheaper, boasts better battery life, a higher screen resolution, and is lighter, enhancing its portability. It also has a larger default storage capacity. Both have the same amount of RAM and high-quality displays, but if performance in 3D rendering, machine learning, and engineering tasks is crucial, the Lenovo might be more suitable due to its newer processor and better GPU. If budget and portability are primary concerns, consider the Lenovo, but if you prefer somewhat better build quality and don't mind the extra weight, the Acer might be suitable for you. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Predator Helios 300
- The Acer Predator Helios 300 has no clear advantages over the Lenovo Legion Slim 5i.
Advantages of the Lenovo Legion Slim 5i
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Good battery life
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.4
7.9
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
294.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
343.0 nits
3.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
6.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.7/10
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i and Acer Predator Helios 300 are both good for general use, though the Lenovo Legion Slim 5i is somewhat better.
The Acer Predator Helios 300 and Lenovo Legion Slim 5i are good for general use because they both offer solid CPU and RAM capabilities, which ensure smooth multitasking and performance for everyday tasks. While the Acer provides an acceptable balance between screen quality, portability, and battery life, the Lenovo stands out with its higher resolution display, lighter weight, and significantly longer battery life, making it a better companion for on-the-go users who also appreciate sharper image quality.
Gaming and AI
7.2
8.0
6.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i is very good for gaming and AI, while the Acer Predator Helios 300 is good.
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i outperforms the Acer Predator Helios 300 in gaming and 3D tasks mainly due to its better GPU and higher screen refresh rate which provide smoother visuals and more detailed graphics. While both have high-quality screens, the Legion's higher resolution and aspect ratio contribute to a better overall visual experience compared to the Predator.
Engineering and Design
7.6
8.4
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
6.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i is very good for engineering and design, while the Acer Predator Helios 300 is good.
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i outperforms the Acer Predator Helios 300 in engineering and design use primarily because it has a more advanced CPU and GPU, which are critical for intensive tasks, as well as a higher resolution and larger screen, enhancing the quality of visuals. Although both laptops share the same amount of RAM, the Legion Slim 5i's better overall performance comes at the cost of slightly lesser portability compared to the Helios 300, and it may have higher operating noise due to its more powerful hardware.
Content Creation
7.3
8.0
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i 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
7.8
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i and Acer Predator Helios 300 are both good for software development, though the Lenovo Legion Slim 5i 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
8.0
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
294.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
343.0 nits
The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i 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, a laptop with a bright, high-resolution display with vivid colors, like the Lenovo Legion Slim 5i, offers a more visually pleasing experience for browsing and media consumption compared to a less vibrant screen on the Acer Predator Helios 300. Engineering and design tasks benefit from precise color reproduction, which is where displays with wide color gamuts excel, so the Lenovo's better coverage of color spaces such as DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB makes it suitable for these tasks. However, for gaming and 3D applications, a high refresh rate is crucial for smooth motion, and since both laptops have a poor rating in this aspect, they might not deliver the optimal experience for fast-paced or highly detailed 3D environments.
Battery
3.5 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Acer Predator Helios 300 has 3.5 hours of battery life. The Lenovo Legion Slim 5i 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.
Cost
$1,204
$990
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
The Acer Predator Helios 300 has a price of $1,204 and the Lenovo Legion Slim 5i costs $990.
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Key similarities
Portability
Fair
Fair
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
5.5 lbs
WEIGHT
5.2 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Acer Predator Helios 300 and Lenovo Legion Slim 5i 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 Lenovo Legion Slim 5i 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 Lenovo Legion Slim 5i compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Acer Predator Helios 300 | Lenovo Legion Slim 5i |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,204 | $990 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2021 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.3'' x 10'' x 0.9'' | 14.2'' x 10.3'' x 0.99'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.51 lbs | 5.29 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.3" | 14.16" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10" | 10.25" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-11800H | Intel i7-13700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 3.5 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 59 Wh | 80 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 165Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 294 nits | 343 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 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
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 | 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 | N/A | |
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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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Mark Knapp | August 2023
"The Lenovo Legion Slim 5 Gen 8 acknowledges that a gaming laptop doesn’t have to be as thick as possible and can still ensure adequate cooling when the muscles need flexing. To this end, in the Slim 5 Gen 8, it finds a neat balance of refined, trimmed-down design that still lets its internals cruise (even above their max power ratings). Lenovo then added in some high-end build quality with an altogether excellent keyboard that’s useful for both work and play."
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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 Lenovo
Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.
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