Acer Predator Helios 500 PH517-51-787L
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Main specs
| Processor | Intel Core i7 i7-8750H 2,2GHz |
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| Screen | 17.3" 1920x1080 IPS |
| Hard drive | 1,25TB HDD+SSD |
| RAM | 16GB DDR4-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 10 Home |
| Graphics card | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 8GB GDDR5 |
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Full specifications of Acer Predator Helios 500 PH517-51-787L
| Reference / Part Number | NH.Q3NAL.007 |
|---|---|
| Release date | May 2022, 4 years ago |
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
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| Product colour | Black |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Market positioning | Gaming |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 43,9 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 |
Processor
| Processor family | Intel® Core™ i7 |
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| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor model | i7-8750H |
| Processor frequency | 2,2 GHz |
| Processor boost frequency | 4,1 GHz |
| Processor cores | 6 |
| Processor cache | 9 MB |
| Bus type | DMI |
| Configurable TDP-down | 35 W |
| Configurable TDP-down frequency | 1,7 GHz |
Memory
| Internal memory | 16 GB |
|---|---|
| Maximum internal memory | 64 GB |
| Internal memory type | DDR4-SDRAM |
| Memory form factor | SO-DIMM |
| Memory slots | 4x SO-DIMM |
Storage
| Total storage capacity | 1,26 TB |
|---|---|
| Storage media | HDD+SSD |
| Optical drive type | No |
| Total HDDs capacity | 1 TB |
| Number of HDDs installed | 1 |
| HDD capacity | 1 TB |
| Total SSDs capacity | 256 GB |
| Number of SSDs installed | 1 |
| SSD capacity | 256 GB |
Graphics
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
|---|---|
| Discrete graphics card | Yes |
| Discrete graphics card model | NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 1070 |
| On-board graphics card model | Intel® UHD Graphics 630 |
| Discrete graphics card memory | 8 GB |
| Discrete graphics memory type | GDDR5 |
Audio
| Number of built-in speakers | 2 |
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| Built-in microphone | Yes |
| Number of microphones | 2 |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
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| Front camera resolution | 1280 x 720 pixels |
Network
| Mobile network connection | No |
|---|---|
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11a,802.11b,802.11g,Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n),Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| 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 | 3 |
|---|---|
| HDMI ports quantity | 1 |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
| DisplayPorts quantity | 1 |
| Headphone outputs | 1 |
| Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | Yes |
|---|---|
| Pointing device | Touchpad |
| Keyboard backlit | 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 Enhanced Halt State | Yes |
| 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 Identity Protection Technology version | 1.00 |
| Intel Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP) version | 0.00 |
| Intel Secure Key Technology version | 1.00 |
| Intel TSX-NI version | 0.00 |
| Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x) | Yes |
Battery
| Battery capacity | 74 Wh |
|---|---|
| Battery technology | Lithium Polymer (LiPo) |
| Number of battery cells | 4 |
| Battery capacity | 4810 mAh |
| Battery life (max) | 3,5 h |
Security
| Cable lock slot | Yes |
|---|---|
| Cable lock slot type | Kensington |
| Fingerprint reader | No |
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 4 kg |
|---|---|
| Width | 428 mm |
| Depth | 298 mm |
| Height | 38,7 mm |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Acer Predator Helios 500 PH517-51-787L good for gaming?
You can game on it, though this laptop was not built for it: it carries the dedicated NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
How long does the battery of the Acer Predator Helios 500 PH517-51-787L last?
The manufacturer declares up to 3,5 h of battery life. Real duration depends on brightness, workload and battery health.
What is the screen of the Acer Predator Helios 500 PH517-51-787L like?
It carries a 17.3" 1920x1080 IPS display.
Which processor and graphics card does the Acer Predator Helios 500 PH517-51-787L have?
It runs on the Intel Core i7 i7-8750H processor with the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Can the RAM of the Acer Predator Helios 500 PH517-51-787L be upgraded?
Yes: it has 4 memory slots and takes up to 64 GB according to the manufacturer (it ships with 16GB).
Which operating system does the Acer Predator Helios 500 PH517-51-787L come with?
It comes with Windows 10 Home preinstalled.
Which ports does the Acer Predator Helios 500 PH517-51-787L have?
According to its spec sheet: 3 × USB-A, 1 × HDMI, Ethernet (RJ-45), headphone jack (3.5 mm).
Does the Acer Predator Helios 500 PH517-51-787L have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the Acer Predator Helios 500 PH517-51-787L have a touch screen?
No, according to its spec sheet the screen is not a touch screen.
How much does the Acer Predator Helios 500 PH517-51-787L weigh?
It weighs 4 kg: one of the heavy ones, more of a desk machine than a daily commuter.
When was the Acer Predator Helios 500 PH517-51-787L released?
Its release date is May 2022, 4 years ago.