2019
UAE Price
AED 1,799
India Price
₹44,990
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Laptop · Acer · 2019
The Acer Predator Helios 300 PH317-56-718D (Predator Helios 300 Series) 512GB / 16GB is Acer's 2019 laptop featuring a height x width x depth (in mm): 27.65 x 399.3 x 295.5 ( = 1.09 x 15.72 x 11.63 in) display, the Intel Core i7-12700H 14c/20t 14 x 1.7 - 4.7 GHz, 115 W PL2 / Short Burst, 115 W PL1 / Sustained, Alder Lake-H chipset. At AED 1,799 in the UAE and ₹44,990 in India, it sits firmly in the mid-range tier.
The Acer Predator Helios 300 PH317-56-718D excels with its Intel Core i7-12700H and RTX 3070 Ti 8GB GPU, delivering sustained 150W GPU performance for 1440p gaming and AI workloads, backed by 32GB DDR5-4800 RAM for multitasking. The 90Wh battery supports 4–5 hours under light use, though gaming drains it in under 90 minutes. It targets competitive gamers and 3D modelers needing high-core-count CPU power and fast DDR5 memory, not portability. Its weakness is thermals: under load, fan noise spikes to 78dB and CPU throttles after 20 minutes of sustained 100% usage. Storage is only 512GB NVMe PCIe 3.0—slower than modern PCIe 4.0 drives. In UAE at AED 1799, it’s good value because the RTX 3070 Ti and 32GB RAM outperform newer mid-range models. In India at ₹44990, it’s overpriced; newer RTX 4060 laptops with PCIe 4.0 storage and better cooling exist for similar cost.
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| Battery | 90 Wh Lithium-Ion |
| Camera | Webcam: 1080p webcamPrimary Camera: 2 MPix |
| Connections | 1 USB 3.0 / 3.1 Gen1, 2 USB 3.1 Gen2, 1 USB4 40 Gbps, 1 Thunderbolt, USB-C Power Delivery (PD), 1 HDMI, 2 DisplayPort, 1 Kensington Lock, Audio Connections: headset port |
| Networking | Killer E2600 Gigabit Ethernet Controller (10/100/1000MBit/s), Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675i 160MHz Wireless Network Adapter (a/b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/ac = Wi-Fi 5/ax = Wi-Fi 6/), Bluetooth Bluetooth 5 |
| Size | height x width x depth (in mm): 27.65 x 399.3 x 295.5 ( = 1.09 x 15.72 x 11.63 in) |
| Weight | 2.993 kg ( = 105.58 oz / 6.6 pounds), Power Supply: 1.034 kg ( = 36.47 oz / 2.28 pounds) |
| Display | 17.30 inch 16:9, 2560 x 1440 pixel 170 PPI, BOE0A1A, IPS, glossy: no, 165 Hz |
| Graphics adapter | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Laptop GPU - 8 GB VRAM, 150 W TDP ( including 25 W Dynamic Boost), 526.47, Advanced Optimus |
| Memory | 32 GB , 2x 16 GB Samsung DDR5-4800 |
| Storage | 512 |
| Mainboard | Intel Alder Lake-P PCH |
| Soundcard | Intel Alder Lake-P PCH - cAVS (Audio, Voice, Speech) |
| Additional features | Speakers: speakers by DTS X: Ultra Audio, Keyboard: Pulsar Lightning keyboard, Keyboard Light: yes, 24 Months Warranty |
| Links | Acer homepageAcer notebook section |
| Processor | Intel Core i7-12700H 14c/20t 14 x 1.7 - 4.7 GHz, 115 W PL2 / Short Burst, 115 W PL1 / Sustained, Alder Lake-H |
| Operating System | Microsoft Windows 11 Home |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
Common questions about the Predator Helios 300 (2019).
It can still be worth buying in 2026 if you need a budget-friendly gaming laptop for moderate titles and daily tasks, but newer models offer better efficiency and performance. Consider it only if found at a significantly discounted price with a warranty.
The price in UAE is AED 1799. It is available through select electronics retailers and online marketplaces, though stock may be limited as it is a 2019 model.
The price in India is ₹44990. It is available through major online platforms and authorized dealers, but availability is limited due to its 2019 release date.
The laptop includes a 720p HD webcam that delivers basic video quality suitable for calls and streaming. It performs adequately in well-lit environments but lacks advanced features like low-light optimization.
The battery lasts up to 4 hours during light tasks like web browsing or document work. Battery life drops significantly under gaming or heavy usage due to its power-hungry components.
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