Acer Predator Helios 700 PH717-71-7091
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Reviews for the Acer Predator Helios 700 PH717-71-7091
Source: PC Mag Archive.org version
Larger than most notebooks of its 17.3-inch screen size, the Helios 700 makes the most of it by providing an expansive, well laid-out keyboard (which slides out in unique fashion; more on that in a moment), dedicated gaming macro keys, quiet cooling fans, and a good sound system.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/10/2019
Rating: Total score: 80%
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Source: Cowcotland FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 12/16/2019
Rating: Total score: 60%
Source: PC Lab.pl PL→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Powerful hardware; premium design; high performance; good cooling system; rich set of ports. Negative: Heavy and bulky; thick frames; high price.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 12/09/2019
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With these GPUs you are able to play modern and demanding games fluently at medium detail settings and HD resolution.
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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.
4.5 kg:
A laptop in this weight range is a heavyweight that you rarely carry around. This is meant for desktops and the devices tend to score with a large display and high performance and replace desktop devices.
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.
70%: This rating is poor. More than three quarters of the models are rated better. That is rather not a purchase recommendation. Even if verbal ratings in this area do not sound that bad ("sufficient" or "satisfactory"), they are usually euphemisms that disguise a classification as a below-average laptop.
» Further information can be found in our Notebook Purchase Guide.