Acer Predator Triton 300 SEvsAlienware m18 R2

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Acer
Acer Predator Triton 300 SE
Predator Triton 300 SE

Quick Stats

The Acer Predator Triton 300 SE's performance is passable, falling short in gaming and demanding tasks.
The Acer Predator Triton 300 SE's subpar build quality is a major drawback, outshining decent performance.
The display is one of the weaker aspects of the Acer Predator Triton 300 SE laptop.
The Acer Predator Triton 300 SE boasts impressive specs, including an Intel Core i7 processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 graphics.
Alienware
Alienware m18 R2
m18 R2

Quick Stats

The Alienware M18 R2 delivers exceptional performance with its RTX 4090 GPU handling demanding tasks effortlessly.
The Alienware M18 R2's sturdy build and robust cooling system make it well-suited for demanding tasks always.
The Alienware M18 R2 boasts an excellent QHD display with vibrant colors and crisp image quality overall.
The Alienware M18 R2 boasts an impressive display and performance features for gaming and content creation enthusiasts overall.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Acer Predator Triton 300 SE
Winner
#28
Alienware m18 R2
#30
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Acer Predator Triton 300 SE
#3
Winner
Alienware m18 R2
#451
Display
Acer Predator Triton 300 SE
#157
Winner
Alienware m18 R2
#180
Performance
Acer Predator Triton 300 SE
#101
Alienware m18 R2
#12
Winner
Build
Acer Predator Triton 300 SE
#366
Winner
Alienware m18 R2
#435
Features
Acer Predator Triton 300 SE
#4
Winner
Alienware m18 R2
#21

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Acer Acer Predator Triton 300 SE
Alienware Alienware m18 R2
up to 64GB
up to 64GB
up to 4000GB SSD
up to 20000GB SSD
Intel Core i7-12700H
Intel Core i9-14900HX
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti (Laptop)
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 (Laptop, 175W)
N/A
2x 2230 / 2280 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 or + 2x 2230 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 See photo

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Acer Predator Triton 300 SE

Strengths

The laptop's 14-inch size and convenience factor are worth the premium price.
After jumping through hoops to fix the GPU power issues, turbo and extreme modes delivered on their promise of 75 watts.
Despite running hot, the laptop still manages to deliver respectable performance across the board.
The Rtx 360 is a powerful GPU that matches or beats lower-wattage RTX 3080s.
The laptop's portability makes it perfect for gamers who want a lightweight option.
The Rtx 360 running at 75 watts in extreme and turbo modes makes for respectable gaming performance.
Despite the CPU bottlenecks, the Triton 300 SE still manages to deliver decent frame rates.
The laptop's price is justifiable given its unique selling points.

Weaknesses

The laptop runs hot, making it uncomfortable to use.
Build quality feels like it's two years behind the competition.
Acer still insists on loading their devices up with bloatware.
The screen doesn't get that bright and is probably not the greatest out there compared to the competition.
The laptop's price is a premium, making it hard to justify for some users.
CPU bottlenecks make the laptop hard to recommend for gaming.
The laptop sacrifices performance for portability, which might not be ideal for all gamers.
Acer still needs to work on their support tools, as the built-in app failed to detect critical bios updates.

Alienware m18 R2

Strengths

It has a really nice 18-in QHD display
The mechanical keyboard with Cherry MX switch is one of my favorites of a gaming laptop or any laptop
I like the performance out of the RTX 490, you'll get really great performance in terms of gaming video editing 4K stuff like that
It's a big win having that mechanical feel to it, really good tactility
It can play 4K video 4K games without any issues
If you can get it on a really great sale I highly recommend it

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

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Acer Predator Triton 300 SE

The Acer Predator Triton 300 SE: a laptop that promises high-performance gaming in a compact, 14-inch package. However, its build quality feels outdated compared to the competition, and it suffers from bloatware issues. Despite this, it delivers respectable performance across the board, particularly when running with an RTX 3060 GPU. But is sacrificing speed for portability worth the premium price tag of $1500?

Alienware m18 R2

The Alienware M18 R2 is a behemoth of a laptop, boasting an 18-inch QHD display and powerful specs that make it a formidable desktop replacement. With its triple fan cooling system and mechanical keyboard featuring Cherry MX switches, this laptop is sure to deliver impressive performance in gaming and content creation tasks. However, with no notable performance benefits over last year's model, uneven backlight bleeding on the display, and a hefty weight, potential buyers must carefully weigh their options before making a purchase.

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