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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Acer Predator Triton 300 is more expensive, but offers robust performance with a faster main processor and a dedicated GPU which is suitable for intensive gaming, 3D rendering, and engineering tasks. It has a larger screen with a higher refresh rate, but it's heavier and has a shorter battery life than the MSI Prestige 14. The MSI Prestige 14 is less expensive, lighter, and offers longer battery life, making it highly portable. It's equipped with an integrated GPU, which is sufficient for general use and some lighter productivity tasks. The choice depends on whether you prioritize performance and gaming, or portability and battery life. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Predator Triton 300
- Good for gaming and AI
- Good overall display quality
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 14
- Very good portability
- Good battery life
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.1
6.2
6.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
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
7.5/10
The Acer Predator Triton 300 is good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Prestige 14 is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Screen Quality
7.3
6.9
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
294.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
313.0 nits
The Acer Predator Triton 300 has a better screen than the MSI Prestige 14 for general use, and gaming and AI.
The Acer Predator Triton 300 and MSI Prestige 14 have panels that offer clear resolution and brightness, which suits day-to-day tasks, web browsing, and video streaming, making them ideal for general use. Both laptops come equipped with screens encompassing a wide color gamut, essential for professionals in engineering and design who require color accuracy for their work. However, their screens have lower refresh rates, which are less optimal for gaming and 3D applications where fluid motion and quick response times are crucial.
Battery
5.5 Hours
8.5 Hours
The Acer Predator Triton 300 has 5.5 hours of battery life. The MSI Prestige 14 has 8.5 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
2.8 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The MSI Prestige 14 has very good portability, while the Acer Predator Triton 300 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,150
$799
$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 MSI Prestige 14 costs $799.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.4
7.5
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
294.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
313.0 nits
5.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.5 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.8/10
The MSI Prestige 14 and Acer Predator Triton 300 are both good for general use.
The Acer Predator Triton 300 and MSI Prestige 14 are both suitable for general use due to their capable CPU and ample RAM which ensure smooth multitasking; with quality IPS displays, they offer sharp and accurate colors for various applications. The Predator Triton has a larger screen and a more powerful GPU making it a better choice for gaming or graphics-intensive tasks, while the Prestige 14 is lighter with a longer battery life, enhancing its portability and suitability for on-the-go users.
Engineering and Design
7.5
7.1
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
6.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Acer Predator Triton 300 and MSI Prestige 14 are both good for engineering and design.
The Acer Predator Triton 300 is equipped with a higher-end CPU and a dedicated Nvidia GPU, making it well-suited for demanding engineering tasks, but heavier and with less battery life compared to the MSI Prestige 14, which offers a balance of performance with its newer generation CPU and integrated graphics, better screen quality, and is more portable with a lighter weight and longer battery life. Additionally, while both have high-quality displays and ample RAM, the Acer's gaming focus may suggest sturdier build but potentially more noise, whereas the MSI, with its premium business laptop appearance, may provide a quieter and more professional experience.
Content Creation
7.3
7.5
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Prestige 14 and Acer Predator Triton 300 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
7.3
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 14 and Acer Predator Triton 300 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.
Build Quality
7.6
7.4
The Acer Predator Triton 300 and MSI Prestige 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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How the Acer Predator Triton 300 and the MSI Prestige 14 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Acer Predator Triton 300 | MSI Prestige 14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,150 | $799 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2021 | April 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.9'' x 10'' x 0.78'' | 12.6'' x 8.6'' x 0.63'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.41 lbs | 2.84 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.9" | 12.56" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10" | 8.62" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-11800H | Intel i5-1240P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 5.5 Hours | 8.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 59 Wh | 53.8 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 14" | |
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 | 313 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.4/10 | 8.8/10 | |
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 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
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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Collin Probst | September 2022
"The MSI Prestige 14” is excellent for productivity and business use cases, but it is not ideal for creators or visual content editors. The Prestige was able to power through days of email, spreadsheets, and text documents without breaking a sweat and was a joy to use. The additional ports were a breath of fresh air, as most laptops seem to be moving towards just Thunderbolt ports. The security options made signing in effortless, with two quick, more secure, and faster options than even the most complex alphanumeric passcode."
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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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