Alienware m15 R3vsAcer Predator Helios 300

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Alienware
Alienware m15 R3
m15 R3

Quick Stats

The Alienware m15 R3 delivers impressive performance, making it a great value for its price point and competitive gamers.
The Alienware m15 R3's unique sci-fi build is a standout feature, earning high praise overall.
The Alienware m15 R3's stunning display offers smooth performance with average frame rates above 100 FPS always.
The Alienware m15 R3 features a powerful NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 GPU with impressive specs.
Acer
Acer Predator Helios 300
Predator Helios 300

Quick Stats

The Acer Predator Helios 300 delivers exceptional performance with seamless gaming experiences and top-notch single-threaded results.
The Acer Predator Helios 300's build is sturdy but lacks polish, attracting fingerprints and dust easily overall.
The Acer Predator Helios 300's display is a mixed bag, lacking brightness and screen height.
The Acer Predator Helios 300 boasts powerful features with Intel Core i7, RTX 3070 graphics, and up to 64GB RAM capabilities.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Alienware m15 R3
#716
Acer Predator Helios 300
Winner
#715
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Alienware m15 R3
#442
Acer Predator Helios 300
#256
Winner
Display
Alienware m15 R3
#586
Acer Predator Helios 300
#572
Winner
Performance
Alienware m15 R3
#382
Winner
Acer Predator Helios 300
#484
Build
Alienware m15 R3
#420
Acer Predator Helios 300
#386
Winner
Features
Alienware m15 R3
#681
Acer Predator Helios 300
#670
Winner

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Alienware Alienware m15 R3
Acer Acer Predator Helios 300
up to 32GB
up to 64GB
up to 8000GB SSD
up to 8000GB SSD + up to 2000GB HDD
Intel Core i5-10300H
Intel Core i5-11400H
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER Max-Q
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 (Laptop, 140W)

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Alienware m15 R3

Strengths

The starting price with this laptop is $1,500, our review configuration is $2,160, which is a good value for a high-end laptop.
The 10th generation Intel core i7 CPU, 16 gigs of Ram, one terabyte SSD, and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 GPU provide excellent performance for competitive multiplayer games.
The display is a full HD resolution with 300 nits, making it suitable for fast-paced games like Rainbow Six Siege.
The laptop's design is unique and stands out in a field of similar-looking laptops, which can be appealing to those who want a gaming laptop that looks different.
The Alienware m15 R3 offers good value for its price, with performance comparable to or better than more expensive laptops.

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

Acer Predator Helios 300

Strengths

The Acer Predator Helios 300 offers amazing performance in a somewhat portable chassis.
It's a great desktop replacement since battery life isn't its biggest forte
For a price point that undercuts ultra-high-end laptops, it's offering impressive results
The extra CPU wattage gives the Helios 300 an advantage in gaming every now and then
It performed normally in every single game we tested
The keyboard could be refined with an all-matte-black chassis instead of the dual tone matte black and brushed aluminum texture

Weaknesses

Battery life really isn't its biggest forte
The mushy feeling of the keyboard takes away an enjoyable typing experience
The screen could be a bit brighter and taller
It has some cyan accents on it that aren't mentioned in any other context
The Advanced Optimus feature sometimes doesn't provide quite as much power to the RTX 3070 Ti as it should
Some early reviews reported that the Helios 300's MUX switch wasn't working properly, but a BIOS update has since fixed this issue
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Alienware m15 R3

The Alienware m15 R3 is a high-performance laptop that boasts impressive specs at an affordable price. With a starting price of $1,500, this laptop packs a 10th-generation Intel Core i7 CPU, 16GB of RAM, and a NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 GPU. It's geared towards competitive gamers who crave high frame rates for a competitive edge. However, its portability is slightly hindered by its 4.65-pound weight and relatively short battery life of just under three hours.

Acer Predator Helios 300

The Acer Predator Helios 300 is a formidable gaming laptop that packs a punch with its powerful processor and advanced graphics capabilities. With a sleek design and impressive performance, this device promises to deliver an unparalleled gaming experience. But does it live up to its expectations? In this review, we'll delve into the pros and cons of this laptop, exploring its strengths and weaknesses in detail.

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