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Acer Predator Helios 500 PH517-61-R3YU
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Main specs
| Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 2700U 2,2GHz |
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| Screen | 17.3" 1920x1080 IPS |
| Hard drive | 1,51TB HDD+SSD |
| RAM | 32GB DDR4-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 10 Home |
| Graphics card | |
| Other | Keyboard Hungarian. |
Full specifications of Acer Predator Helios 500 PH517-61-R3YU
| Reference / Part Number | NH.Q3GEU.004 |
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| Release date | January 2019, 7 years ago |
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
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| Product color | Black |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Market positioning | Gaming |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 17.3 " (43,9 cm) |
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| Display resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| HD type | Full HD |
| Panel type | IPS |
| LED backlight | Yes |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 |
Processor
| Processor family | AMD Ryzen™ 7 |
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| Processor manufacturer | AMD |
| Processor model | 2700U |
| Processor frequency | 2,2 GHz |
| Processor boost frequency | 3,8 GHz |
| Processor threads | 8 |
| Processor cores | 4 |
| Processor lithography | 14 nm |
Memory
| Internal memory | 32 GB |
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| Maximum internal memory | 64 GB |
| Internal memory type | DDR4-SDRAM |
| Memory form factor | SO-DIMM |
| Memory slots | 4x SO-DIMM |
Storage
| Total storage capacity | 1512 GB |
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| Storage media | HDD+SSD |
| Optical drive type | No |
| Total HDDs capacity | 1000 GB |
| HDD interface | SATA |
| HDD speed | 5400 RPM |
| Total SSDs capacity | 512 GB |
| Card reader integrated | No |
Graphics
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
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| Discrete graphics card | No |
| Discrete graphics card model | Not available |
| On-board graphics card model | AMD Radeon RX Vega 10 |
| On-board graphics card family | AMD Radeon RX Vega Graphics |
| On-board graphics card base frequency | 1300 MHz |
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 |
| Front camera signal format | 720p |
| Front camera HD type | HD |
Network
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
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| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11a,802.11b,802.11g,Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n),Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| WLAN controller model | Killer Wireless-AC 1550 |
| 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 |
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| HDMI ports quantity | 1 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-C ports quantity | 1 |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
| DisplayPorts quantity | 1 |
| Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | Yes |
|---|---|
| Pointing device | Touchpad |
| Keyboard language | Hungarian |
| Keyboard backlit | Yes |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 10 Home |
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| Operating system architecture | 64-bit |
Battery
| Battery capacity | 74 Wh |
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| Battery technology | Lithium Polymer (LiPo) |
| Number of battery cells | 4 |
| Battery capacity | 4810 mAh |
| Battery life (max) | 1,5 h |
Power
| AC adapter power | 330 W |
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Security
| Cable lock slot | Yes |
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| Cable lock slot type | Kensington |
| Fingerprint reader | No |
| Password protection | Yes |
| Password protection type | BIOS,HDD,Supervisor,User |
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 8.8 lbs (4 kg) |
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| Width | 16.9 " (428 mm) |
| Depth | 11.7 " (298 mm) |
| Height | 1.5 " (38,7 mm) |
Other features
| AC adapter included | Yes |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Acer Predator Helios 500 PH517-61-R3YU good for gaming?
This laptop was not built for gaming: it relies on the integrated AMD Radeon RX Vega 10. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
How long does the battery of the Acer Predator Helios 500 PH517-61-R3YU last?
The manufacturer declares up to 1,5 h of battery life. Real duration depends on brightness, workload and battery health.
What is the screen of the Acer Predator Helios 500 PH517-61-R3YU like?
It carries a 17.3" 1920x1080 IPS display.
Which processor and graphics card does the Acer Predator Helios 500 PH517-61-R3YU have?
It runs on the AMD Ryzen 7 2700U processor with the AMD Radeon RX Vega 10 graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Can the RAM of the Acer Predator Helios 500 PH517-61-R3YU be upgraded?
Yes: it has 4 memory slots and takes up to 64 GB according to the manufacturer (it ships with 32GB).
Which operating system does the Acer Predator Helios 500 PH517-61-R3YU come with?
It comes with Windows 10 Home preinstalled.
Which ports does the Acer Predator Helios 500 PH517-61-R3YU 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 500 PH517-61-R3YU have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
How much does the Acer Predator Helios 500 PH517-61-R3YU 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 PH517-61-R3YU released?
Its release date is January 2019, 7 years ago.