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For high-performance tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, or engineering, the MSI Pulse GL66, with a more powerful GPU, will offer better results compared to the Acer Predator Triton 300. However, the Predator Triton has a slightly longer battery life, making it more suitable for general use where portability and time away from an outlet are important. Both laptops are similarly equipped in terms of processor, RAM, and storage, but the Triton squeezes out a bit more in terms of color accuracy and general build quality. For intensive gaming, both can handle demanding titles well, though the MSI might edge out with its GPU. If budget allows and performance is a key factor, the MSI would be the stronger option, but for longer battery life and enough power for most tasks, the Acer Predator Triton 300 is also a solid choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Predator Triton 300
- Good overall display quality
Advantages of the MSI Pulse GL66
- Very good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.3
6.8
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
294.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
245.0 nits
The Acer Predator Triton 300 has a better screen than the MSI Pulse GL66 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
If you prioritize screen detail and crisp images for daily tasks, the Acer Predator Triton 300's panel type, resolution, and brightness may offer a more vibrant and clear display than the MSI Pulse GL66. For engineering and design, the Triton 300's coverage of color gamuts like DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB ensures more accurate color representation, which is crucial for professional creative work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the Acer's lower refresh rate may result in less fluid motion compared to laptops with higher refresh rates, even if the resolution and panel type are adequate.
Battery
5.5 Hours
4.0 Hours
The Acer Predator Triton 300 has 5.5 hours of battery life. The MSI Pulse GL66 has 4 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.
Cost
$1,150
$1,399
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Acer Predator Triton 300 has a price of $1,150 and the MSI Pulse GL66 costs $1,399.
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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
245.0 nits
5.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Acer Predator Triton 300 and MSI Pulse GL66 are both good for general use.
The Acer Predator Triton 300 and MSI Pulse GL66 both offer solid performance with the same amount of RAM and high-quality CPUs, making them suitable for a variety of tasks. However, the Triton 300 has a longer battery life and a brighter screen which may be preferable for those who need to work unplugged for extended periods or in brightly lit environments, whereas the Pulse GL66 boasts better speaker quality and heat management for an enhanced multimedia experience and sustained performance during heavy use.
Gaming and AI
7.1
7.2
6.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.1/10
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
6.5/10
The MSI Pulse GL66 and Acer Predator Triton 300 are both good for gaming and AI.
The Acer Predator Triton 300 is equipped with an Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU and a screen refresh rate of 144Hz, which are highly suitable for gaming and 3D applications, while the MSI Pulse GL66 boasts a more powerful Nvidia RTX 3070 GPU and the same 144Hz refresh rate, offering enhanced gaming performance but potentially at a higher price point.
Engineering and Design
7.5
7.5
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
6.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Pulse GL66 and Acer Predator Triton 300 are both good for engineering and design.
The Acer Predator Triton 300 and MSI Pulse GL66 are both equipped with powerful Intel i7 processors and 16GB of RAM, which are essential for demanding engineering and design software, and they both have high-quality IPS screens for accurate color representation. While the Predator has an Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU which is very capable for graphical tasks, the Pulse steps up with an RTX 3070, providing even better performance for GPU-intensive engineering simulations and rendering; both have substantial screen brightness and color space coverage, ensuring that detailed work can be viewed accurately.
Content Creation
7.3
7.2
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Acer Predator Triton 300 and MSI Pulse GL66 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
7.0
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Acer Predator Triton 300 and MSI Pulse GL66 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.
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
4.4 lbs
WEIGHT
4.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Acer Predator Triton 300 and MSI Pulse GL66 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.6
7.4
The Acer Predator Triton 300 and MSI Pulse GL66 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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How the Acer Predator Triton 300 and the MSI Pulse GL66 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Acer Predator Triton 300 | MSI Pulse GL66 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,150 | $1,399 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2021 | March 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.9'' x 10'' x 0.78'' | 14.1'' x 10.2'' x 0.94'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.41 lbs | 4.63 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.9" | 14.13" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10" | 10.2" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-11800H | Intel i7-11800H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 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 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 59 Wh | 53 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 15.6" | |
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 | 245 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.4/10 | 7.1/10 | |
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 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
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 | 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."
MSI Pulse GL66
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Christian Hintze | April 2022
"The MSI Pulse GL66 has a lot of potential for improvement. Although the RTX 3060 is only able to use 105 watts, we still liked the gaming performance, particularly since this also makes the Pulse comfortably efficient but not slow by any means. Neither the dark display with its lame response times, nor USB 2.0 or the lack of Thunderbolt will please real gamers. The use of a sticker factory seal, which is at least questionable, also won't inspire any enthusiasm. It is obvious that the laptop is really designed for price-conscious gamers."
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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 MSI
MSI, also known as Micro-Star International, is a Taiwanese technology corporation. MSI is known for their wide range of gaming devices. Their series include the entry-level Cyborg/Thin and Sword/Katana series, the mid-range Bravo/Delta and Crosshair/Pulse series, and their high-end Vector, Raider, Stealth, and Titan GT series. At every performance level, MSI offers a variety of devices with varying balances between performance, battery life, weight, and price, making them a solid option to consider at every price point.
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