Acer Spin 7vsAcer Predator Helios 500

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Acer
Acer Spin 7
Spin 7

Quick Stats

The Acer Spin 7's performance is decent but hindered by subpar gaming and thermal management capabilities.
The Acer Spin 7's well-designed build features ease of access to internal components with minimal thickness.
The Acer Spin 7's display requires calibration to reach its full visual potential initially.
The Acer Spin 7 features two USB-C ports and a full HD screen with keyboard and touchpad capabilities.
Acer
Acer Predator Helios 500
Predator Helios 500

Quick Stats

The Acer Predator Helios 500 delivers impressive performance with seamless gaming experience and smooth visuals always ensured.
The Acer Predator Helios 500 has a sturdy build with noticeable big bezels and substantial weight.
The standout feature of the Acer Predator Helios 500 is its excellent 15.6-inch IPS display with a 144Hz refresh rate.
The Acer Predator Helios 500's powerful GTX 1070 graphics is its most notable feature.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Acer Spin 7
Winner
#753
Acer Predator Helios 500
#754
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Acer Spin 7
#732
Acer Predator Helios 500
#633
Winner
Display
Acer Spin 7
#561
Winner
Acer Predator Helios 500
#578
Performance
Acer Spin 7
#824
Acer Predator Helios 500
#282
Winner
Build
Acer Spin 7
#121
Winner
Acer Predator Helios 500
#409
Features
Acer Spin 7
#6
Winner
Acer Predator Helios 500
#839

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Acer Acer Spin 7
Acer Acer Predator Helios 500
up to 8GB
up to 64GB
up to 512GB SSD
up to 4000GB SSD + up to 2000GB HDD
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx Gen2
Intel Core i9-11980HK
Qualcomm Adreno 680
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 (Laptop, 165W)
N/A
2x 2280 M.2 NVMe slots See photo

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Acer Spin 7

Strengths

The keyboard has a very good click point and the keys seem to be quite fast. It's a really good thing that it's completely silent, being fanless.
It has easy access to the battery, SSD, and Wi-Fi module, making upgrades and replacements possible.
The device has a nice format and the SSD is quite fast, making it suitable for office work, student tasks, and basic photo editing.
Despite some minor issues with keyboard depth and backlighting, overall the Spin 7 offers good productivity performance.

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

Acer Predator Helios 500

Strengths

the keyboard on this is to die for, it's dreamy if you're actually buying this to type on as well as just use a gaming laptop
IPS display offers better viewing angles without color shift, unlike some other brands like Alienware that are still using TN panels
a fast refresh rate of 144Hz is perfect for gamers who want a smooth experience
the trackpad is actually very good, unlike most gaming laptops which tend to have subpar trackpads
The cooling on it is pretty good, you can put it on your lap and it won't get too hot
a rock-solid keyboard with a mechanical kind of feel to it

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

Read Full Reviews

Acer Spin 7

The Acer Spin 7 is a 14-inch Core i5-based 2-in-1 device that boasts a fairly thin and light design. Scoring 82% in our full review, it has its strengths and weaknesses. The display is calibrated to perfection once tweaked, but initially struggles with color accuracy. The keyboard offers decent feedback, albeit with shallow travel. Battery life is reasonable at around 6 hours of Wi-Fi browsing time, although gaming and video rendering may see a drastic drop-off.

Acer Predator Helios 500

The Acer Predator Helios 500 is a behemoth of a gaming laptop that checks all the right boxes. With its 144Hz IPS display boasting impressive viewing angles, this device delivers smooth visuals and vibrant colors. The keyboard, a standout feature, offers a mechanical-like feel that's sure to delight typists and gamers alike. A powerful GTX 1070 GPU and robust cooling system make it suitable for demanding games and applications. Can this laptop live up to its promise and provide an exceptional gaming experience?

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