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Updated January 10, 2024·
When choosing between the Acer Predator Triton 300 and the ASUS TUF Gaming F17, consider that the Triton generally costs more and offers a higher overall performance with a better processor and graphics card, suited for intensive gaming and engineering tasks. It also has superior color coverage, which can be important for certain visual tasks. The TUF Gaming F17 has a larger screen size which might be preferable for an immersive gaming and multimedia experience but at the cost of portability and battery life. Note that the Triton has a smaller, more portable form factor but has a shorter battery life than some competitors, while the F17, with its larger screen and lower price, compromises on processing power and performance, making it less suited for highly demanding tasks. Both have similar build quality and are equipped for gaming, but your choice should depend on balancing performance needs with budget and portability preferences. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Predator Triton 300
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Good for software development
- Good overall display quality
- Good portability
Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming F17
- The ASUS TUF Gaming F17 has no clear advantages over the Acer Predator Triton 300.
Key differences
Engineering and Design
7.5
6.9
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.2/10
6.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
5.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Acer Predator Triton 300 is good for engineering and design, while the ASUS TUF Gaming F17 is only fair.
The Acer Predator Triton 300 offers robust performance for engineering and design tasks with a higher-tier CPU, more RAM, and a stronger GPU than the ASUS TUF Gaming F17, along with superior screen quality that benefits detailed work; however, it's less portable and louder when operating compared to the ASUS, which still provides adequate power and screen size for such tasks at better portability and quieter operation.
Screen Quality
7.3
6.9
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
294.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
264.0 nits
The Acer Predator Triton 300 has a better screen than the ASUS TUF Gaming F17 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Acer Predator Triton 300 has a display that excels in resolution and brightness, making it sharp and easy to view, which is essential for general tasks and detail-oriented work in engineering and design; however, its lower refresh rate reduces its appeal for gaming and 3D applications where fluid motion is key. The ASUS TUF Gaming F17 also offers a quality display for general use with good resolution and brightness, but it falls short in accurately representing a wide color range which is crucial for professional engineering and design work. Additionally, like the Acer, its insufficient refresh rate can hinder the gaming and 3D experience, failing to provide the smooth visuals preferred in fast-paced scenarios.
Battery
5.5 Hours
4.5 Hours
The Acer Predator Triton 300 has 5.5 hours of battery life. The ASUS TUF Gaming F17 has 4.5 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.
Portability
Good
Fair
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
4.4 lbs
WEIGHT
5.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Acer Predator Triton 300 has good portability, while the ASUS TUF Gaming F17 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,150
$1,000
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
The Acer Predator Triton 300 has a price of $1,150 and the ASUS TUF Gaming F17 costs $1,000.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.4
7.1
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
294.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
264.0 nits
5.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.5 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.4/10
The Acer Predator Triton 300 and ASUS TUF Gaming F17 are both good for general use.
The Acer Predator Triton 300 is equipped with a better CPU and more RAM than the ASUS TUF Gaming F17, which translates to smoother multitasking and better performance for general use. While both have similar screen quality and are designed for portability, the Triton 300's slightly better battery life and lower weight enhance its suitability for general use compared to the bulkier and shorter battery life of the TUF Gaming F17.
Gaming and AI
7.1
6.6
6.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
5.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Acer Predator Triton 300 to be good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS TUF Gaming F17 is only fair.
The Acer Predator Triton 300 is better suited for gaming and 3D applications due to its more powerful Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU compared to the Asus TUF Gaming F17's RTX 3050 Ti, and both laptops offer similar screen refresh rates that are conducive to smoother gameplay. While the Triton 300 features a higher contrast ratio, enhancing the overall screen quality, both models' CPUs are capable, but the Triton's is slightly more advanced, contributing to its edge in performance.
Content Creation
7.3
7.1
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Acer Predator Triton 300 and ASUS TUF Gaming F17 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
6.7
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Acer Predator Triton 300 to be good for software development, while the ASUS TUF Gaming F17 is only fair.
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.
Build Quality
7.6
7.2
The Acer Predator Triton 300 and ASUS TUF Gaming F17 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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Spec Comparison
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| Acer Predator Triton 300 | ASUS TUF Gaming F17 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,150 | $1,000 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2021 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.9'' x 10'' x 0.78'' | 15.7'' x 10.6'' x 0.91'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.41 lbs | 5.73 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.9" | 15.71" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10" | 10.59" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-11800H | Intel i5-11400H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 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 | 5.5 Hours | 4.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 59 Wh | 48 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 294 nits | 264 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.4/10 | 6.4/10 | |
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 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
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 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Acer Predator Triton 300
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Mike Wobker | December 2020
"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."
ASUS TUF Gaming F17
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Christian Hintze | April 2022
"One of the Asus TUF Gaming F17’s highlights is without a doubt its excellent gaming performance. The fact that Asus configured the RTX 3060 GPU for its specified maximum of 140 W is became immediately noticeable in our benchmarks. For a 17-inch notebook the F17 also offers a very long battery life, which makes it somewhat portable. On the flip side is the display. It may be saved by its good overall contrast ratio, but its overall brightness is simply too low, and its response times are too slow for a gaming device. The F17’s successor needs to improve upon this."
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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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