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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Acer Predator Triton 300 is more expensive but offers better performance for 3D, machine learning, and gaming due to its Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU, making it suitable for intensive tasks and suitable for users seeking a high-refresh-rate display. Its battery life and portability are about average for gaming laptops. The HP 17" Laptop is less expensive and offers a larger screen, but with a less powerful integrated AMD GPU, it’s better suited for general use and less demanding engineering tasks. Both have similar storage and RAM, are not extremely portable, and have average battery life. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Predator Triton 300
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Good speakers
- Good keyboard
Advantages of the HP 17" Laptop
- The HP 17" Laptop has no clear advantages over the Acer Predator Triton 300.
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.1
6.2
6.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The Acer Predator Triton 300 is good for gaming and AI, while the HP 17" Laptop is only fair.
The Acer Predator Triton 300 is regarded as a better fit for gaming and 3D due to its Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU which is more powerful than the integrated Vega 8 graphics found in the HP 17" Laptop, and it has a high screen refresh rate of 144 Hz which offers a smoother visual experience compared to the HP's 60 Hz. The Triton's dedicated GPU and higher refresh rate cater more effectively to gaming needs and rendering 3D graphics, while the HP, although capable, offers modest gaming performance suitable for less demanding tasks.
Engineering and Design
7.5
6.8
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
6.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Acer Predator Triton 300 is good for engineering and design, while the HP 17" Laptop is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Screen Quality
7.3
6.6
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
294.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
287.0 nits
The Acer Predator Triton 300 has a better screen than the HP 17" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
If you prioritize clarity and detail in everyday tasks, the Acer Predator Triton 300 with its superior resolution and brightness will be more satisfying for general use. However, for engineering and design work that requires a wide range of colors, the Triton's higher coverage of DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB color spaces will provide more accurate color representation. On the other hand, the HP 17" may fall short for gaming and 3D work, as its lower refresh rate compared to the Triton won't be as smooth for fast-moving visuals.
Build Quality
7.6
6.0
The Acer Predator Triton 300 has good build quality, while the HP 17" Laptop has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,150
$550
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Acer Predator Triton 300 has a price of $1,150 and the HP 17" Laptop costs $550.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.4
7.3
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
294.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
287.0 nits
5.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.5 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
7.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.1/10
The Acer Predator Triton 300 and HP 17" Laptop are both good for general use.
The Acer Predator Triton 300 offers a strong CPU with dedicated graphics, making it well-suited for both everyday tasks and gaming, at the cost of being less portable and having a shorter battery life. The HP 17" Laptop, although larger and good for everyday use, has integrated graphics which are less powerful for gaming, but it compensates with a slightly lighter design and, owing to its size, a larger screen for more comfortable viewing.
Content Creation
7.3
7.2
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Acer Predator Triton 300 and HP 17" Laptop 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
7.1
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The Acer Predator Triton 300 and HP 17" Laptop 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.
Battery
5.5 Hours
5.5 Hours
The Acer Predator Triton 300 has 5.5 hours of battery life. The HP 17" Laptop has 5.5 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
Good
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
4.4 lbs
WEIGHT
4.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The Acer Predator Triton 300 and HP 17" Laptop both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Acer Predator Triton 300 | HP 17" Laptop |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,150 | $550 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2021 | June 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.9'' x 10'' x 0.78'' | 15.8'' x 10.2'' x 0.81'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.41 lbs | 4.58 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.9" | 15.78" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10" | 10.15" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-11800H | AMD Ryzen 7 7730U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 5.5 Hours | 5.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 59 Wh | 41 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 | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 294 nits | 287 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.4/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 6/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 1 | |
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."
HP 17" Laptop
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Francisco Lahoz | November 2022
"As far as starter laptops go, the HP Laptop 17 is a sound investment. Sure, it might not be the lightest of options, but what you get for the price is a well-rounded machine that fits multiple niches. Whether it be office duties that require you to multi-task between multiple programs, or study tasks in which you’ll spend hours browsing online, this laptop does it all. Plus, when it's time to unwind, you can watch your favorite shows or movies on a super-wide display. What's best of all is that you can do all this for about half a day on a single charge."
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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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