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Updated January 12, 2024·
If performance for gaming or resource-intensive tasks is a priority and you're willing to invest more, the Acer Predator Triton 300 excels in these areas but is less portable due to its size and weight. On the other hand, the HP Stream 14" is more budget-friendly, offers better portability due to its lighter design, and is adequate for general use tasks like web browsing and document editing; however, its lower performance means it is not suitable for demanding software or gaming. Battery life will generally be longer on less powerful laptops like the HP Stream, but if you need a workhorse, the Acer is the stronger albeit pricier option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Predator Triton 300
- Good for general use
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Good speakers
- Good keyboard
Advantages of the HP Stream 14"
- Very good portability
- Good battery life
Key differences
General Use
7.4
6.5
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
294.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
5.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.5 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
7.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.1/10
The Acer Predator Triton 300 is good for general use, while the HP Stream 14" is only fair.
The Acer Predator Triton 300 provides good general use capabilities as it comes with a powerful Intel i7 CPU, ample RAM, and a high-quality IPS screen, which contribute to robust performance and display quality, but its battery life and weight may limit portability. On the other hand, the HP Stream 14" has a less powerful Intel Celeron CPU and a lower-quality TN screen which makes it fair for general use, though it is lighter and has a longer battery life, enhancing its portability.
Gaming and AI
7.1
5.7
6.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The Acer Predator Triton 300 is good for gaming and AI, while the HP Stream 14" is poor.
The Acer Predator Triton 300 features a powerful Nvidia RTX 3060 graphics card and a screen with a high refresh rate, which are essential for smooth and immersive gaming and 3D experiences. In contrast, the HP Stream 14" is equipped with a much less capable Intel UHD Graphics 600 and a standard refresh rate screen, making it unsuitable for demanding gaming and 3D tasks.
Engineering and Design
7.5
5.7
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
6.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Acer Predator Triton 300 is good for engineering and design, while the HP Stream 14" is poor.
The Acer Predator Triton 300 is designed for engineering and design tasks due to its powerful Intel i7 processor, dedicated Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU, and 16GB of RAM, coupled with a high-quality IPS screen that ensures sharp and color-accurate visuals.
Content Creation
7.3
6.7
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The Acer Predator Triton 300 is good for content creation, while the HP Stream 14" is only fair.
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
6.5
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The Acer Predator Triton 300 is good for software development, while the HP Stream 14" 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.
Screen Quality
7.3
5.2
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
294.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
The Acer Predator Triton 300 has a better screen than the HP Stream 14" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
When selecting a laptop for general use, the Acer Predator Triton 300's higher resolution and brighter display makes it a solid choice over the HP Stream 14", which has a lower resolution and dimmer screen. For engineering and design, the Triton 300 stands out due to its broader color coverage, ensuring more accurate and vibrant visuals compared to the Stream 14". Conversely, for gaming and 3D applications where fast motion is common, the Triton 300's lower refresh rate holds it back, contrasting with gaming-specific laptops that usually offer faster refresh rates for smoother gameplay.
Battery
5.5 Hours
7.5 Hours
The Acer Predator Triton 300 has 5.5 hours of battery life. The HP Stream 14" has 7.5 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
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
4.4 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP Stream 14" 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
5.5
The Acer Predator Triton 300 has good build quality, while the HP Stream 14" has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,150
$299
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Acer Predator Triton 300 has a price of $1,150 and the HP Stream 14" costs $299.
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How the Acer Predator Triton 300 and the HP Stream 14" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Acer Predator Triton 300 | HP Stream 14" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,150 | $299 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2021 | January 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.9'' x 10'' x 0.78'' | 12.8'' x 8.9'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.41 lbs | 3.5 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.9" | 12.76" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10" | 8.86" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-11800H | Intel Celeron N4120 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 320 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 5.5 Hours | 7.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 59 Wh | 41 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | TN | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1366 x 768 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 294 nits | 220 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 5.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.4/10 | 8.2/10 | |
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 | 8.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 6/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
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 Stream 14"
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Zachary Cuevas | November 2021
"With half of the main system memory and a fraction of the storage that we recommend in any budget Windows laptop, the HP Stream 14 does not impress. Perhaps it doesn't need to, depending on your reference point. For the price, you're getting a functional laptop with Windows 10, which already places the HP Stream 14 above most Chromebooks on that merit alone. Still, in this price range, you can't do much worse, but you can do better. In fact, for just $100 more, you can grab the much superior budget option, the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14."
Get a great deal on the Acer Predator Triton 300 or the HP Stream 14"
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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