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Updated March 22, 2024·
The Acer Predator Triton 300, being less expensive, is a solid choice for budget-conscious gamers and professionals who need dependable performance and are okay with a bulkier design and possibly shorter battery life. On the other hand, if you prioritize having a sleeker, more portable laptop with potentially better battery life for on-the-go use and don't mind spending more, the HP Omen Transcend 14 would suit you, especially if you are involved in tasks like 3D design, machine learning, or want a superior gaming experience. Consider what's more important to you: saving money or having higher portability and battery life. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Predator Triton 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
- 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
5.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
11.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
7.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.9/10
The HP Omen Transcend 14 is very good for general use, while the Acer Predator Triton 300 is good.
The Acer Predator Triton 300 offers solid CPU and RAM capabilities, suitable for general tasks, but its heavier build and shorter battery life may limit portability and unplugged use compared to the HP Omen Transcend 14, which provides high-quality screen, longer battery life, and better portability, making it a more versatile option for on-the-go use. Additionally, the HP's balance of storage, keyboard, and speaker quality, along with quieter operation and effective heat management, enhance the overall user experience for everyday activities.
Gaming and AI
7.1
7.9
6.5/10
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 Triton 300 are both good for gaming and AI, though the HP Omen Transcend 14 is somewhat better.
The Acer Predator Triton 300 and the HP Omen Transcend 14 both come equipped with powerful GPUs and high screen refresh rates, which are crucial for smooth and immersive gaming and 3D rendering experiences. While the CPU performance and screen quality also contribute to overall performance and visual clarity, they play a secondary role compared to the GPU and refresh rate in this context.
Engineering and Design
7.5
8.5
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
6.5/10
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 Triton 300 is good.
The HP Omen Transcend 14, with superior CPU, RAM, and GPU capabilities, excels in demanding engineering tasks and offers a high-quality screen for precision work, while the Acer Predator Triton 300, though capable in the same tasks, might provide a slight advantage in portability and less operating noise for a more comfortable working environment. That being said, if your priority is raw power and top-notch visuals for complex designs, the Omen is the better fit; however, for a balance between performance and ease of use, the Triton 300 could be the way to go.
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 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
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 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
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 Triton 300 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The Acer Predator Triton 300 and HP Omen Transcend 14 both have displays with high resolution and brightness, ensuring crisp and clear visuals for general tasks and detailed work in engineering and design, where accurate color representation is crucial. However, both laptops fall short for gaming and 3D applications because they lack the high refresh rates needed for smooth and responsive visuals, which are essential for fast-paced activities. Their screen quality remains suitable for non-gaming purposes, where other attributes like color accuracy and sharpness are more vital than refresh rate.
Battery
5.5 Hours
11.0 Hours
The Acer Predator Triton 300 has 5.5 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
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
4.4 lbs
WEIGHT
3.8 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP Omen Transcend 14 and Acer Predator Triton 300 both have good portability, though the HP Omen Transcend 14 has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,150
$1,699
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Acer Predator Triton 300 has a price of $1,150 and the HP Omen Transcend 14 costs $1,699.
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Build Quality
7.6
7.2
The Acer Predator Triton 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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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Acer Predator Triton 300 | HP Omen Transcend 14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,150 | $1,699 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2021 | February 1, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.9'' x 10'' x 0.78'' | 12.3'' x 9.2'' x 0.71'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.41 lbs | 3.87 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.9" | 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 | 5.5 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 | 7.6/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.4/10 | 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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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."
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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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