2020
UAE Price
AED 2,299
India Price
₹58,990
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Laptop · Acer · 2020
The Acer Predator Helios 300 PH317-56-718D (Predator Helios 300 Series) 512GB / 16GB is Acer's 2020 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 2,299 in the UAE and ₹58,990 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 NVIDIA RTX 3070 Ti 8GB GPU, delivering sustained 150W performance for 4K gaming and GPU-heavy tasks, backed by 32GB DDR5-4800 RAM for multitasking. The 90Wh battery supports moderate use but lasts only 4–5 hours under load, not idle. This machine targets competitive gamers and 3D renderers needing consistent high-frame-rate output, not portability. Its weight of 2.99kg and bulky 1.034kg power brick hinder travel. Storage is a weakness: 512GB NVMe SSD is fast but fills quickly with modern games and projects—no second drive bay. In UAE at AED 2299, it’s good value because the RTX 3070 Ti and DDR5 RAM outperform newer mid-tier models. In India at ₹58990, it’s overpriced; similar specs appear in newer laptops with better cooling and 1TB storage for under ₹55000.
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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 (2020).
It can still be worth buying in 2026 if you need a capable gaming laptop on a tight budget, as its 16GB RAM and 512GB SSD handle most modern games and tasks adequately. However, newer models offer better efficiency and performance, so consider it only if found at a significantly discounted price.
The Acer Predator Helios 300 PH317-56-718D is priced at AED 2299 in the UAE. It is available through major electronics retailers and online platforms across the country.
The Acer Predator Helios 300 PH317-56-718D is priced at ₹58990 in India. It can be purchased from authorized Acer dealers and leading online electronics stores.
The laptop features a 720p HD webcam that delivers adequate video quality for calls and streaming in well-lit environments. It performs reasonably for basic use but lacks advanced features like low-light optimization.
The battery lasts up to 4 hours during light tasks like web browsing and document work. Under gaming or heavy usage, battery life drops significantly and is not designed for extended unplugged use.
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