When choosing between the Acer Predator Triton 300 and the ASUS ROG Flow X13, consider the ASUS if you need higher performance for 3D, machine learning, or engineering tasks as it has a more powerful GPU and CPU, a higher resolution touchscreen with a taller aspect ratio, and longer battery life, making it better for intensive workloads and creative tasks. However, it is more expensive and has less general use performance than the Acer. The Acer, being significantly less expensive, could be a better choice if you prioritize value and require a machine that's capable for general use and gaming, with a larger screen and good heat management, although it has a lower battery life and performance. If portability is key, the ASUS is lighter and more compact, and it also offers a better keyboard and display quality, but the Acer is more suitable for intensive gaming with hardware built to support such use. Both laptops offer different port configurations and aesthetics that may also influence your decision based on your specific needs for connectivity and personal taste. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Predator Triton 300
The Acer Predator Triton 300 has no clear advantages over the ASUS ROG Flow X13.
Advantages of the ASUS ROG Flow X13
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
Very good overall build quality
Very good portability
Good battery life
Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.4/10
8.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
294.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
511.0 nits
5.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
7.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.7/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 is very good for general use, while the Acer Predator Triton 300 is good.
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 offers a higher resolution touchscreen display that contributes to better screen quality, along with a more powerful CPU and GPU combination for smooth performance, while its lighter weight and longer battery life enhance portability. Contrarily, the Acer Predator Triton 300 provides a slightly larger screen and has a dedicated number pad, factors that can benefit general use but does not match the Flow X13's portability or battery endurance.
Gaming and AI
7.1/10
7.8/10
6.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.4/10
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
7.2/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 and Acer Predator Triton 300 are both good for gaming and AI, though the ASUS ROG Flow X13 is somewhat better.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Engineering and Design
7.5/10
8.5/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
6.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 is very good for engineering and design, while the Acer Predator Triton 300 is good.
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 stands out for engineering and design due to its advanced AMD Ryzen 9 CPU, a more powerful Nvidia RTX GPU, and a higher-resolution touchscreen, which are beneficial for computation-heavy tasks and precise design work, respectively. On the other hand, the Acer Predator Triton 300, with its Intel i7 CPU and Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU, offers good performance but falls short in screen quality and lacks a touchscreen, making it less optimal for detailed design work, although it is still a solid choice for engineering tasks.
Content Creation
7.3/10
8.2/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 is very good for content creation, while the Acer Predator Triton 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
7.1/10
8.0/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 is very good for software development, while the Acer Predator Triton 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
7.3/10
8.4/10
15.6in
SIZE
13.4in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
294.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
511.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has a better screen than the Acer Predator Triton 300 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the Acer Predator Triton 300 provides a satisfactory display experience with decent resolution and brightness, making it a solid choice for everyday tasks like browsing and video streaming. The ASUS ROG Flow X13 stands out in the same category by offering superior screen resolution and brightness, thus ensuring sharper images and more comfortable viewing in various lighting conditions. However, for gaming and 3D applications, both laptops fall short due to their lower refresh rates, which means they won't deliver as smooth visuals in fast-paced games or when working with 3D content, even though their resolutions and panel types are adequate.
Battery
5.5 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Acer Predator Triton 300 has 5.5 hours of battery life. The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has 8 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
Good
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
13.4in
4.4 lbs
WEIGHT
2.8 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has very good portability, while the Acer Predator Triton 300 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.6/10
8.5/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has very good build quality, while the Acer Predator Triton 300 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,150
$2,500
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The Acer Predator Triton 300 has a price of $1,150 and the ASUS ROG Flow X13 costs $2,500.
"In our particular review configuration, the Acer Predator Triton 300 turned out to be a fairly powerful gaming notebook. Both CPU and GPU performance were at a high level, and the aluminum case turned out to be fairly robust. Only the display lid could have been a bit more robust. For customers on a budget that do not mind tinkering with the device’s fan management the Acer Predator Triton 300 can be worth a closer look."
"The Asus ROG Flow X13 is not an off-the-shelf convertible. This quickly becomes clear when you take a closer look at the technical specs. The AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS is a state-of-the-art SoC with 8 cores and 16 threads, which also makes the 2-in-1 interesting as a work device. With 32 GB of RAM and a 1 TB SSD, gamers are also well taken care of. The dedicated Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q fits well into the overall concept and ensures a solid 3D performance. With the eGPU dock, which is equipped with a GeForce RTX 3080, the small convertible transforms into a full-fledged desktop replacement in terms of performance."
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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 ASUS
ASUS, a Taiwanese electronics brand, is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. The majority of their laptops are targeted towards personal use or gaming. Their most popular product lines include the budget-friendly VivoBook, more premium ZenBook, and their TUF and ROG gaming laptops, the latter of which has a reputation for excellent gaming performance.
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