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Acer Predator Helios 500 PH517-52-9215
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Main specs
| Processor | Intel Core i9 i9-11980HK |
|---|---|
| Screen | 17.3" 3840x2160 IPS |
| Hard drive | 2TB HDD+SSD |
| RAM | 32GB DDR4-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 10 Home |
| Graphics card | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 16GB GDDR6 |
| Other | Keyboard German. |
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Full specifications of Acer Predator Helios 500 PH517-52-9215
| Reference / Part Number | NH.QCNEV.001 |
|---|---|
| Release date | June 2021, 5 years ago |
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
|---|---|
| Product color | Black |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Market positioning | Gaming |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 17.3 " (43,9 cm) |
|---|---|
| Display resolution | 3840 x 2160 pixels |
| Touchscreen | No |
| HD type | 4K Ultra HD |
| Panel type | IPS |
| LED backlight | Yes |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 |
Processor
| Processor family | Intel® Core™ i9 |
|---|---|
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor model | i9-11980HK |
| Generación del procesador | Intel Core i9-11xxx |
| Processor cores | 8 |
| Processor boost frequency | 5 GHz |
| Processor cache | 24 MB |
| Processor cache type | Smart Cache |
Memory
| Internal memory | 32 GB |
|---|---|
| Maximum internal memory | 64 GB |
| Internal memory type | DDR4-SDRAM |
Storage
| Total storage capacity | 2 TB |
|---|---|
| Storage media | HDD+SSD |
| Optical drive type | No |
| Total HDDs capacity | 1 TB |
| Number of HDDs installed | 1 |
| HDD capacity | 1 TB |
| HDD interface | SATA |
| HDD speed | 7200 RPM |
| Total SSDs capacity | 1 TB |
| Number of SSDs installed | 1 |
| SSD capacity | 1 TB |
| SSD interface | PCI Express |
| Card reader integrated | No |
Graphics
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
|---|---|
| Discrete graphics card | Yes |
| Discrete graphics card model | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 |
| On-board graphics card model | Intel® UHD Graphics |
| Discrete GPU manufacturer | NVIDIA |
| Discrete graphics card memory | 16 GB |
| Discrete graphics memory type | GDDR6 |
| On-board graphics card family | Intel® UHD Graphics |
Audio
| Built-in microphone | Yes |
|---|---|
| Number of microphones | 2 |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
|---|---|
| Front camera resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Front camera HD type | Full 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) |
| WLAN controller model | Killer Wireless-AX 1650i |
| WLAN controller manufacturer | Killer |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 2500 Mbit/s |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 5.2 |
Ports & interfaces
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 0 |
|---|---|
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 0 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C ports quantity | 0 |
| HDMI ports quantity | 1 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity | 3 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-C ports quantity | 2 |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
| Mini DisplayPorts quantity | 1 |
| Line-in | Yes |
Performance
| Motherboard chipset | Intel HM570 |
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Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | Yes |
|---|---|
| Pointing device | Touchpad |
| Keyboard backlit | Yes |
| Keyboard language | German |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 10 Home |
|---|---|
| Operating system architecture | 64-bit |
Battery
| Battery capacity | 74 Wh |
|---|---|
| Battery technology | Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) |
| Number of battery cells | 4 |
| Battery life (max) | 4 h |
Power
| AC adapter power | 330 W |
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Security
| Cable lock slot | Yes |
|---|---|
| Cable lock slot type | Kensington |
| Fingerprint reader | No |
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) | Yes |
| Password protection | Yes |
| Password protection type | BIOS,Supervisor,User |
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 8.6 lbs (3,9 kg) |
|---|---|
| Width | 15.7 " (400 mm) |
| Depth | 12.6 " (319,2 mm) |
| Height | 1.4 " (35,3 mm) |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Acer Predator Helios 500 PH517-52-9215 good for gaming?
You can game on it, though this laptop was not built for it: it carries the dedicated NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
How long does the battery of the Acer Predator Helios 500 PH517-52-9215 last?
The manufacturer declares up to 4 h of battery life. Real duration depends on brightness, workload and battery health.
What is the screen of the Acer Predator Helios 500 PH517-52-9215 like?
It carries a 17.3" 3840x2160 IPS display.
Which processor and graphics card does the Acer Predator Helios 500 PH517-52-9215 have?
It runs on the Intel Core i9 i9-11980HK processor with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Which operating system does the Acer Predator Helios 500 PH517-52-9215 come with?
It comes with Windows 10 Home preinstalled.
Which ports does the Acer Predator Helios 500 PH517-52-9215 have?
According to its spec sheet: 2 × USB-C, 3 × USB-A, 1 × HDMI, Ethernet (RJ-45).
Does the Acer Predator Helios 500 PH517-52-9215 have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the Acer Predator Helios 500 PH517-52-9215 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 PH517-52-9215 weigh?
It weighs 3,9 kg: one of the heavy ones, more of a desk machine than a daily commuter.
When was the Acer Predator Helios 500 PH517-52-9215 released?
Its release date is June 2021, 5 years ago.