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Acer Predator Helios 300 PH315-52-516A
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Main specs
| Processor | Intel Core i5-9300H 2,4GHz |
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| Screen | 15.6" 1920x1080 IPS 144Hz |
| Hard drive | 1TB SSD |
| RAM | 16GB DDR4-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 10 Home |
| Graphics card | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti 6GB GDDR6 |
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Full specifications of Acer Predator Helios 300 PH315-52-516A
| Reference / Part Number | NH.Q53ED.045 |
|---|---|
| Release date | November 2020, 5 years ago |
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
|---|---|
| Product colour | Black |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Colour name | Abyss Black |
| Market positioning | Gaming |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 39,6 cm |
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| Display resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Touchscreen | No |
| HD type | Full HD |
| Panel type | IPS |
| LED backlight | Yes |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 |
| Display surface | Matt |
| Maximum refresh rate | 144 Hz |
Processor
| Processor family | Intel® Core™ i5 |
|---|---|
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor model | i5-9300H |
| Processor frequency | 2,4 GHz |
| Processor generation | 9th gen Intel® Core™ i5 |
| Processor boost frequency | 4,1 GHz |
| Processor cores | 4 |
| Processor cache | 8 MB |
| Processor cache type | Smart Cache |
| Configurable TDP-down | 35 W |
Memory
| Internal memory | 16 GB |
|---|---|
| Maximum internal memory | 32 GB |
| Internal memory type | DDR4-SDRAM |
| Memory form factor | SO-DIMM |
| Memory slots | 2x SO-DIMM |
Storage
| Total storage capacity | 1 TB |
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| Storage media | SSD |
| Optical drive type | No |
| Total SSDs capacity | 1 TB |
| Number of SSDs installed | 1 |
| SSD capacity | 1 TB |
| SSD interface | PCI Express |
Graphics
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
|---|---|
| Discrete graphics card | Yes |
| Discrete graphics card model | NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 1660 Ti |
| On-board graphics card model | Intel® UHD Graphics 630 |
| Discrete GPU manufacturer | NVIDIA |
| On-board GPU manufacturer | Intel |
| On-board graphics card family | Intel® UHD Graphics |
| Discrete graphics card memory | 6 GB |
| Discrete graphics memory type | GDDR6 |
Audio
| Number of built-in speakers | 2 |
|---|---|
| Built-in microphone | Yes |
| Number of microphones | 2 |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
|---|---|
| Front camera resolution | 1280 x 720 pixels |
| Front camera HD type | HD |
Network
| Mobile network connection | No |
|---|---|
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11a,802.11b,802.11g,Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n),Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac),Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Antenna type | 2x2 |
| WLAN controller model | Killer Wireless-AX 1650 |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 10,100,1000 Mbit/s |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
Ports & interfaces
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 2 |
|---|---|
| HDMI ports quantity | 1 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity | 1 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-C ports quantity | 1 |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
| Mini DisplayPorts quantity | 1 |
| Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
| Charging port type | DC-in jack |
Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | Yes |
|---|---|
| Pointing device | Touchpad |
| Keyboard backlit | Yes |
| Keyboard backlit colour | Various |
| Full-size keyboard | Yes |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 10 Home |
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| Operating system architecture | 64-bit |
Processor special features
| Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology | Yes |
|---|---|
| Intel Clear Video Technology | Yes |
| Intel Flex Memory Access | Yes |
| Intel Trusted Execution Technology | No |
| Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT) | Yes |
| Intel TSX-NI | No |
| Intel Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP) | No |
| Intel Software Guard Extensions (Intel SGX) | Yes |
| Intel 64 | Yes |
| Execute Disable Bit | Yes |
| Idle States | Yes |
| CPU configuration (max) | 1 |
| Embedded options available | No |
| Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d) | Yes |
| Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x) | Yes |
Battery
| Battery capacity | 58,7 Wh |
|---|---|
| Battery technology | Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) |
| Number of battery cells | 4 |
| Battery capacity | 3815 mAh |
| Battery life (max) | 6 h |
Power
| AC adapter power | 180 W |
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Security
| Cable lock slot | Yes |
|---|---|
| Cable lock slot type | Kensington |
| Password protection | Yes |
| Password protection type | HDD,Supervisor,User |
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 2,4 kg |
|---|---|
| Width | 361,4 mm |
| Depth | 254,2 mm |
| Height | 22,9 mm |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Acer Predator Helios 300 PH315-52-516A good for gaming?
You can game on it, though this laptop was not built for it: it carries the dedicated NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
How long does the battery of the Acer Predator Helios 300 PH315-52-516A last?
The manufacturer declares up to 6 h of battery life. Real duration depends on brightness, workload and battery health.
What is the screen of the Acer Predator Helios 300 PH315-52-516A like?
It carries a 15.6" 1920x1080 IPS 144Hz display.
Which processor and graphics card does the Acer Predator Helios 300 PH315-52-516A have?
It runs on the Intel Core i5-9300H processor with the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Can the RAM of the Acer Predator Helios 300 PH315-52-516A be upgraded?
Yes: it has 2 memory slots and takes up to 32 GB according to the manufacturer (it ships with 16GB).
Which operating system does the Acer Predator Helios 300 PH315-52-516A come with?
It comes with Windows 10 Home preinstalled.
Which ports does the Acer Predator Helios 300 PH315-52-516A have?
According to its spec sheet: 1 × USB-C, 3 × USB-A, 1 × HDMI, Ethernet (RJ-45), headphone jack (3.5 mm).
Does the Acer Predator Helios 300 PH315-52-516A have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the Acer Predator Helios 300 PH315-52-516A have a touch screen?
No, according to its spec sheet the screen is not a touch screen.
How much does the Acer Predator Helios 300 PH315-52-516A weigh?
It weighs 2,4 kg: one of the heavy ones, more of a desk machine than a daily commuter.
When was the Acer Predator Helios 300 PH315-52-516A released?
Its release date is November 2020, 5 years ago.