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Acer Predator Helios 500 PH517-61-R65G
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Main specs
| Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 2700 3,2GHz |
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| Screen | 17.3" 1920x1080 IPS 300 nits |
| Hard drive | 1,25TB HDD+SSD |
| RAM | 16GB DDR4-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 10 Home |
| Graphics card | AMD Radeon RX Vega 56 8GB |
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Full specifications of Acer Predator Helios 500 PH517-61-R65G
| Reference / Part Number | NH.Q3GEH.001 |
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| Release date | August 2018, 8 years ago |
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
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| Product colour | Black |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
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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 |
| Display brightness | 300 cd/m² |
| Dual-screen | No |
| Display response rise/fall | 7 ms |
| Contrast ratio (typical) | 800:1 |
Processor
| Processor family | AMD Ryzen™ 7 |
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| Processor manufacturer | AMD |
| Processor model | 2700 |
| Processor frequency | 3,2 GHz |
| Processor boost frequency | 4,1 GHz |
| Processor threads | 16 |
| Processor cores | 8 |
| Processor cache | 16 MB |
| Processor cache type | L3 |
Memory
| Internal memory | 16 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 | 1256 GB |
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| Storage media | HDD+SSD |
| Optical drive type | No |
| Number of HDDs installed | 1 |
| HDD capacity | 1000 GB |
| HDD interface | SATA |
| HDD speed | 5400 RPM |
| Number of SSDs installed | 1 |
| SSD capacity | 256 GB |
| SSD interface | NVMe 3.0,PCI Express |
| NVMe | Yes |
| Card reader integrated | No |
Graphics
| On-board graphics card | No |
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| Discrete graphics card | Yes |
| Discrete graphics card model | AMD Radeon RX Vega 56 |
| On-board graphics card model | Not available |
| Discrete graphics card memory | 8 GB |
Audio
| Audio system | MaxxAudio |
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| Number of built-in speakers | 2 |
| Speakers manufacturer | Waves |
| Built-in subwoofer | Yes |
| 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,Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac),802.11b,802.11g,Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 10,100,1000 Mbit/s |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 5.0 |
Ports & interfaces
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 3 |
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| HDMI ports quantity | 1 |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
| DisplayPorts quantity | 1 |
| DVI port | No |
| Thunderbolt 3 ports quantity | 2 |
| Headphone outputs | 1 |
| Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
| Charging port type | DC-in jack |
Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | Yes |
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| Pointing device | Touchpad |
| Keyboard backlit | Yes |
| Windows keys | 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-Ion (Li-Ion) |
| Number of battery cells | 4 |
| Battery capacity | 4810 mAh |
| Battery voltage | 15,4 V |
| Battery life (max) | 1,5 h |
Power
| AC adapter power | 330 W |
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| AC adapter frequency | 50/60 Hz |
| AC adapter input voltage | 100 - 240 V |
Security
| Cable lock slot | Yes |
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| Cable lock slot type | Kensington |
| Password protection | Yes |
| Password protection type | BIOS,HDD,Supervisor |
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 4,25 kg |
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| Width | 428 mm |
| Depth | 298 mm |
| Height | 38,7 mm |
Packaging content
| Manual | Yes |
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Other features
| AC adapter included | Yes |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Acer Predator Helios 500 PH517-61-R65G good for gaming?
You can game on it, though this laptop was not built for it: it carries the dedicated AMD Radeon RX Vega 56. 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-R65G 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-R65G like?
It carries a 17.3" 1920x1080 IPS 300 nits display.
Which processor and graphics card does the Acer Predator Helios 500 PH517-61-R65G have?
It runs on the AMD Ryzen 7 2700 processor with the AMD Radeon RX Vega 56 graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Can the RAM of the Acer Predator Helios 500 PH517-61-R65G 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 PH517-61-R65G come with?
It comes with Windows 10 Home preinstalled.
Which ports does the Acer Predator Helios 500 PH517-61-R65G have?
According to its spec sheet: 2 × Thunderbolt 3, 3 × USB-A, 1 × HDMI, Ethernet (RJ-45), headphone jack (3.5 mm).
Does the Acer Predator Helios 500 PH517-61-R65G have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the Acer Predator Helios 500 PH517-61-R65G 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 PH517-61-R65G weigh?
It weighs 4,25 kg: one of the heavy ones, more of a desk machine than a daily commuter.
When was the Acer Predator Helios 500 PH517-61-R65G released?
Its release date is August 2018, 8 years ago.