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Acer Predator Helios 500 PH517-61-R9KL
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Main specs
| Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 2700 3,2GHz |
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| Screen | 17.3" 1920x1080 IPS 144Hz |
| Hard drive | 1,51TB HDD+SSD |
| RAM | 16GB DDR4-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 10 Home |
| Graphics card | AMD Radeon RX Vega 56 8GB HBM2 |
| Other | Keyboard UK English. |
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Full specifications of Acer Predator Helios 500 PH517-61-R9KL
| Reference / Part Number | NH.Q3GEK.003 |
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| Release date | October 2019, 7 years ago |
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
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| Product colour | Black |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Colour name | Obsidian Black |
| 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 |
| Panel type | IPS |
| HD type | Full HD |
| LED backlight | Yes |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 |
| Maximum refresh rate | 144 Hz |
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 cores | 8 |
| Processor cache | 16 MB |
| Motherboard chipset | AMD B450 |
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 | 1512 GB |
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| Storage media | HDD+SSD |
| Optical drive type | No |
| Total HDDs capacity | 1000 GB |
| Number of HDDs installed | 1 |
| HDD capacity | 1000 GB |
| HDD interface | SATA |
| HDD speed | 5400 RPM |
| Total SSDs capacity | 512 GB |
| Number of SSDs installed | 1 |
| SSD capacity | 512 GB |
| 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 |
| Discrete graphics memory type | HBM2 |
| Number of discrete graphics cards installed | 1 |
| AMD FreeSync | Yes |
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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| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11a,802.11b,802.11g,Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n),Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Wi-Fi data rate (max) | 1733 Mbit/s |
| Antenna type | 2x2 |
| WLAN controller model | Killer Wireless-AC 1550 |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 10,100,1000 Mbit/s |
| Bluetooth version | 5.0 |
| MIMO | Yes |
| MIMO type | Multi User MIMO |
Ports & interfaces
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 3 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| Charging port type | DC-in jack |
Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | Yes |
|---|---|
| Pointing device | Touchpad |
| Keyboard language | UK English |
| 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 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 | 4 kg |
|---|---|
| Width | 428 mm |
| Depth | 298 mm |
| Height | 38,7 mm |
Other features
| AC adapter included | Yes |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Acer Predator Helios 500 PH517-61-R9KL 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-R9KL 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-R9KL like?
It carries a 17.3" 1920x1080 IPS 144Hz display.
Which processor and graphics card does the Acer Predator Helios 500 PH517-61-R9KL 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-R9KL 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-R9KL come with?
It comes with Windows 10 Home preinstalled.
Which ports does the Acer Predator Helios 500 PH517-61-R9KL 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-R9KL have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the Acer Predator Helios 500 PH517-61-R9KL 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-R9KL 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-R9KL released?
Its release date is October 2019, 7 years ago.