Samsung Notebook 9 ProvsAcer Predator Helios 300

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Samsung
Samsung Notebook 9 Pro
Notebook 9 Pro

Quick Stats

The Samsung Notebook 9 Pro delivers good performance meeting expectations with strong CPU and GPU performance consistently.
The Samsung Notebook 9 Pro's sleek, lightweight design ensures effortless portability without sacrificing performance or build quality.
The Samsung Notebook 9 Pro's bright and vibrant display is its standout feature, making it perfect for everyday use.
The Samsung Notebook 9 Pro boasts a powerful combo of Intel Core i7, Radeon GPU, and S Pen features.
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
Samsung Notebook 9 Pro
Winner
#712
Acer Predator Helios 300
#715
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Samsung Notebook 9 Pro
#865
Acer Predator Helios 300
#256
Winner
Display
Samsung Notebook 9 Pro
#792
Acer Predator Helios 300
#572
Winner
Performance
Samsung Notebook 9 Pro
#753
Acer Predator Helios 300
#484
Winner
Build
Samsung Notebook 9 Pro
#345
Winner
Acer Predator Helios 300
#386
Features
Samsung Notebook 9 Pro
#154
Winner
Acer Predator Helios 300
#670

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Samsung Samsung Notebook 9 Pro
Acer Acer Predator Helios 300
up to 16GB
up to 64GB
up to 2000GB SSD
up to 8000GB SSD + up to 2000GB HDD
Intel Core i7-8565U
Intel Core i5-11400H
Intel UHD Graphics 620
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 (Laptop, 140W)

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Samsung Notebook 9 Pro

Strengths

Samsung really tried to balance everything out right, giving you good performance, good features, plus a little bit of gaming.
The laptop has a really nice 1920 by 1080 LED display.
It's got not only a 720p webcam at the top but also a face sensor for Windows Hello login.
The keyboard is really nice with curved keys that are sensitive and enjoyable to use.
The trackpad is also very responsive and nice to use.
Underneath, you'll find an Intel Core i7-7500U processor, 16GB of DDR4 RAM, a 256GB SSD, and eSATA for fast data transfer.
The laptop has a discreet Radeon 540 GPU, which provides good mid-range gaming performance.
The battery life is very good, lasting up to 590 minutes in our video rundown test.

Weaknesses

The speakers are not very good and don't have much volume.
They're not loud enough even when cranked up, making it hard to hear movies or audio.
The laptop's weight is a bit more than expected due to the discreet GPU, but still bearable at 3.8 pounds.
The AC adapter adds an extra 0.7 pounds, making the whole package feel slightly heavier.
Despite its small size, the vents can be felt when using the laptop on your lap.
The performance is not significantly different from other laptops with similar configurations.
The HP Spectre x360 has almost identical specs and performs similarly in benchmarks.
The only real standout feature of this laptop is the pen support, which is tacked into the body.

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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Samsung Notebook 9 Pro

The Samsung Notebook 9 Pro is a mainstream laptop that checks all the right boxes without breaking the bank. With its sleek design, impressive display, and comfortable keyboard, it's an ideal choice for those seeking a versatile device. The standout feature, however, is its robust S Pen support, allowing users to tap into a range of creative possibilities not typically found on Windows 10 laptops.

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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