Acer Predator Helios 500 PH517-61-R1DQ

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Reviews for the Acer Predator Helios 500 PH517-61-R1DQ

70% Acer Predator Helios 500 review: Not a looker, but capable of beautiful things
Source: Pocket Lint Archive.org version
The Acer Predator Helios 500 is big and while it's not a looker, it's certainly capable of beautiful things when it comes to gaming - so long as it's plugged in. This is a powerful gaming laptop that delivers high frame-rates on that smooth 144Hz Full HD panel.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 02/04/2019
Rating: Total score: 70%

Acer Predator Helios 500 Review: A rare chance to choose between AMD and Intel-Nvidia versions
Source: Tech Switch Archive.org version
This truly makes it the higher purchase—for those who do not think about the intense storage shortcomings of a 256GB SSD for a big gaming laptop computer.The one the one which will truly the *most* sense is the mid-range 6-core Core i7-8750H with GTX 1070 inside. With its 256GB SSD and 1TB arduous drive for $1,700, it balances bang for buck fairly nicely.
Comparison, online available, Medium, Date: 12/22/2018

80% Acer Predator Helios 500 Review: A rare chance to choose between AMD and Intel-Nvidia versions
Source: PC World Archive.org version
The one the one that may actually the *most* sense is the mid-range 6-core Core i7-8750H with GTX 1070 inside. With its 256GB SSD and 1TB hard drive for $1,700, it balances bang for buck pretty well.
Comparison, online available, Long, Date: 12/21/2018
Rating: Total score: 80%

Acer Predator Helios 500 Review: A rare chance to choose between AMD and Intel-Nvidia versions
Source: Good Gear Guide Archive.org version
Overall, the Acer Predator Helios 500 is a solid laptop that really takes on different personalities depending on which configuration you buy.
Comparison, online available, Very Long, Date: 12/21/2018

Foreign Reviews

Обзор Acer Predator Helios 500 (PH517-61): игровой ноутбук настоящего фаната AMD
Source: 3DNews.ru RU→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Powerful hardware; high gaming performance.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 02/04/2019

RECENZE: Acer Predator Helios 500 (PH517-61) - 17'' herní notebook s AMD, Ryzen a Radeon Vega 56
Source: Notebook.cz CZ→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Nice performance; powerful processor; good cooling and silent system; decent ergonomy. Negative: Short battery life.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 02/05/2019

Review Notebook Gaming AMD Ryzen: Acer Predator Helios 500 (PH517-61)
Source: Jagat Review ID→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Powerful processor; high gaming performance; nice display; backlit keys; good connectivity. Negative: Heavy and bulky.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 12/13/2018

Review Acer Predator Helios 500 – AMD Ryzen 7 2700 + Radeon Vega RX 56
Source: Pemmzchannel ID→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Powerful hardware; high gaming performance; good cooling system.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/06/2018

爆测《怪猎世界》 挑战掠夺者Helios 500极限
Source: PC Online.com.cn zh-CN→EN Archive.org version
Positive: High performance; modern design; IPS display.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/27/2018

80% Acer Helios 500 (AMD Ryzen 7) [TEST]: Hvor stor forskel gør processoren?
Source: Alt om Data DA→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 04/24/2019
Rating: Total score: 80%

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AMD RX Vega 56: Desktop graphics card with 56 CUs and 8 GB-HMB2 video memory.

With these GPUs you are able to play modern and demanding games fluently at medium detail settings and HD resolution.

» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.

R7 2700: The AMD Ryzen 7 2700 is an eight-core desktop processor with sixteen threads. It is the second fastest Ryzen 7 CPU that AMD has launched in 2018. The processor clocks up to a maximum of 4.1 GHz per core and is particularly convincing in applications. One of the highlights of the Ryzen 7 2700 is its energy efficiency as it only has a 65 W TDP. » Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.

17.30": This display size is a standard format for desktop replacements (DTR). The DTR laptops are heavier to carry, need more power, but texts are easy to read and high resolutions are no problem. DTR are mainly intended for stationary desk use, where weight and energy hunger don't matter. In return, you enjoy the advantages of high resolutions (more details, better legibility).» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.

4 kg:

Only a few laptops are in this weight class because the mobility is rather limited due to the high weight. 

Acer: In 1976, the company was founded in Taiwan under the name Multitech and was renamed Acer or Acer Group in 1987. The product range includes, for example, laptops, tablets, smartphones, desktops, monitors, TVs and computer peripherals. Since 2007, the group has merged with Gateway Inc. and Packard Bell, which also market their own laptop product lines.

Acer computers are designed for a variety of purposes, including ultrabooks for mobile use, gaming laptops for gamers, affordable options for everyday tasks, and 2-in-1 convertible laptops for versatility. Acer's product portfolio also includes tablets that offer portable computing and multimedia capabilities.

76.67%: This rating is not earth-shattering. This rating must actually be seen as average, since there are about as many devices with worse ratings as better ones. A purchase recommendation can only be seen with a lot of goodwill, unless it is about websites that generally rate strictly.

» Further information can be found in our Notebook Purchase Guide.

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