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Acer 17.3" Predator Helios 500 Gaming Notebook

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Acer 17.3" Predator Helios 500 Gaming Notebook
Key Features
  • 3.2 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 2700 Eight-Core
  • 16GB DDR4 | 256GB SSD
  • 17.3" FHD 1920x1080 FreeSync IPS Display
  • AMD Radeon RX Vega 56 GPU (8GB HBM2)
Play your favorite PC games in style with the obsidian black Acer 17.3" Predator Helios 500 Gaming Notebook. The keyboard is RGB backlight, allowing you to customize it in four different zones as well as five dedicated hotkeys so you can adjust on the fly.

The 17.3" IPS display features a Full HD 1920 x 1080 screen resolution and a 16:9 aspect ratio. The display also features a 144 Hz refresh rate, 300 nits of brightness, and a 72% NTSC and 93% sRGB color gamut. AMD Radeon FreeSync 2 technology syncs frames from the dedicated AMD Radeon RX Vega 56 graphics card with 8GB of HBM2 VRAM to the refresh rate of your screen to eliminate screen tearing. The display also features an in-plane switching panel for wider viewing angles. You can also output video to an external display via the DisplayPort or the HDMI 2.0 port with HDCP support.

The system is powered by a 3.2 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 2700 eight-core processor. It also has 16GB of DDR4 RAM, a 256GB PCIe NVMe solid state drive, Killer Ethernet E2500 Gigabit Ethernet, Killer DoubleShot Pro 802.11ac Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C, and USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-A. Windows 10 Home is the installed operating system.

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Acer Helios 500 17.3" 2018 Overview

Play your favorite PC games in style with the obsidian black Acer 17.3" Predator Helios 500 Gaming Notebook. The keyboard is RGB backlight, allowing you to customize it in four different zones as well as five dedicated hotkeys so you can adjust on the fly.

The 17.3" IPS display features a Full HD 1920 x 1080 screen resolution and a 16:9 aspect ratio. The display also features a 144 Hz refresh rate, 300 nits of brightness, and a 72% NTSC and 93% sRGB color gamut. AMD Radeon FreeSync 2 technology syncs frames from the dedicated AMD Radeon RX Vega 56 graphics card with 8GB of HBM2 VRAM to the refresh rate of your screen to eliminate screen tearing. The display also features an in-plane switching panel for wider viewing angles. You can also output video to an external display via the DisplayPort or the HDMI 2.0 port with HDCP support.

The system is powered by a 3.2 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 2700 eight-core processor. It also has 16GB of DDR4 RAM, a 256GB PCIe NVMe solid state drive, Killer Ethernet E2500 Gigabit Ethernet, Killer DoubleShot Pro 802.11ac Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C, and USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-A. Windows 10 Home is the installed operating system.

Acer Predator Helios 500
Adaptive-Sync (FreeSync 2) Technology
AMD Radeon FreeSync 2 Technology syncs the display's refresh rate with the graphics card's frame rate output to reduce tearing, ghosting, and stuttering for a smoother gaming experience.
17.3" Full HD IPS Display
The 17.3" IPS display features a Full HD 1920 x 1080 screen resolution and a 16:9 aspect ratio. You can also output to an external display via the DisplayPort or the HDMI 2.0 port with HDCP support.
AeroBlade 3D Fans
The two thin, all-metal AeroBlade 3D fans keep your GPU and CPU cool. There are five copper heat pipes to distribute excess heat while four exhausts and two intakes quickly cycle in cool air and expel heat. When under heavy load, activate CoolBoost to increase fan speed and keep critical components cooled.
Windows 10
Start Menu
After its hiatus in Windows 8, the Start Menu has returned. Utilizing a combination of the traditional menu system and Windows 8's Live Tiles, the improved Start Menu gives you more information at a glance, showing notification information alongside your applications and other pinned items.
Cortana
Microsoft's digital personal assistant, Cortana can answer your questions with information gleaned from both your device and the internet at large. You can type or even talk with her, if your system has a microphone. Using her Notebook, Cortana keeps track of your needs and wants, and she learns over time to improve her information gathering skills.
Microsoft Edge
After nearly 20 years, Microsoft has finally replaced its Internet Explorer web browser. With Microsoft Edge, users can write directly on web pages and share notes with friends and colleagues. It also improves the online reading experience by adding a distraction-free mode and read-it-later functionality. Edge also has built-in Cortana integration; you can have her help you find a restaurant, make a reservation, and pull up directions without leaving your browser.
Windows Store
For Windows 10, Microsoft has unified the Windows Store. Now, apps for PCs, tablets, and phones will all be accessible from one place. And with support for Universal Apps, one version of an app can work across all your compatible devices automatically.
Windows Continuum
Windows 10 was designed for a variety of screen sizes and input styles, and with its Continuum feature, it automatically adapts to fit your needs. A Windows 10 tablet on its own requires a touch-centric approach, but attaching a mouse and keyboard will shift everything to a more traditional interface. You can even attach an external monitor to your Windows 10 phone for a near-desktop experience. But it's not just the operating system; Windows Universal Apps take advantage of Continuum as well.
Xbox on Windows 10
Gaming is a big focus of Windows 10. Xbox integration allows for PC players to match up against Xbox One players on supported games, and if you have an Xbox One, you can even stream compatible titles to your PC. Native support for recording with the new Game DVR feature makes it easy to capture and share your gameplay. The new DirectX12 takes better advantage of multi-core processors, giving games a performance boost, even on older hardware. Windows 10 also features native support for virtual reality headsets, such as the Oculus Rift.

Acer Helios 500 17.3" 2018Specs

Key Specs
Operating System
Windows 10 Home
Installed RAM
16 GB
GPU
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 with 8 GB GDDR5 VRAM
Display Size
17.3"
Native Resolution
1920 x 1080
Touchscreen
No
Total Installed Storage
256 GB
Ports
3 x USB-A 3.0 / 3.1/3.2 Gen 1
USB-C
2 x Thunderbolt 3 (Supports DisplayPort)
Display I/O
1x HDMI 2.0
1x DisplayPort
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac); Dual-Band (2.4 & 5 GHz)
Weight
8.8 lb / 4 kg
Performance
CPU
2.2 GHz Intel Core i7-8750H 6-Core
Maximum Boost Speed
4.1 GHz
L3 Cache
9 MB
Installed RAM
16 GB
Buffered Memory
No
Graphics Type
Dedicated
GPU
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 with 8 GB GDDR5 VRAM
Display
Panel Type
IPS
Display Size
17.3"
Aspect Ratio
16:9
Native Resolution
1920 x 1080
Touchscreen
No
Maximum Brightness
300 nits / cd/m2
Refresh Rate
144 Hz
Adaptive-Sync Technology
No
Storage and Expansion
SSD Slots
1 x M.2 (Available)
Total Installed Storage
256 GB
Optical Drive
No
Inputs / Outputs
Ports
3 x USB-A 3.0 / 3.1/3.2 Gen 1
USB-C
2 x Thunderbolt 3 (Supports DisplayPort)
Display I/O
1x HDMI 2.0
1x DisplayPort
Audio I/O
1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm Headphone Output
Built-In Speakers
2 and Subwoofer
Built-In Microphones
1
Media Card Slots
No
Communications
Network I/O
1x RJ45 (Gigabit Ethernet)
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac); Dual-Band (2.4 & 5 GHz)
MU-MIMO Support
2 x 2
Bluetooth
5.0
GPS
No
NFC
No
Webcam
User-Facing: 720p
Battery
Battery Chemistry
Lithium-Ion
Keyboard & Mouse
Keyboard
Chiclet-Style Keyboard with Backlight and Number Pad
Pointing Device
TouchPad
General
Security
Kensington Lock Slot
Dimensions
16.9 x 1.5 x 11.7" / 42.9 x 3.8 x 29.7 cm
Weight
8.8 lb / 4 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
17.2 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
24.5 x 15.75 x 4.5"

Acer Helios 500 17.3" 2018 Reviews

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Warranty from Perú?? Exists?

Warranty from Perú?? Exists?
Asked by: Diego
This model comes with Acer's Limited 2-Year International Travelers Warranty against factory defects.
Answered by: Michael
Date published: 2019-04-14

Does it come with warranty?

Does it come with warranty?
Asked by: Pro
Yes. This would come with a 2-Year International Travelers Warranty
Answered by: Moe
Date published: 2019-02-26

is there any open slots to add memory

is there any open slots to add memory
Asked by: Anonymous
Yes there are 2 additional slots for adding memory.
Answered by: Bob
Date published: 2019-02-21

is the memory expandable

is the memory expandable
Asked by: Anonymous
The Memory RAM can maxed at 64GB.
Answered by: Moe
Date published: 2019-02-17

question

Does this have GTX 1070 or 1060? Description and product selection doesn't seem to be the same?
Asked by: Anonymous
This model ships with NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070.
Answered by: Anonymous
Date published: 2018-10-24

question

Does this support external GPU?
Asked by: John W.
it has got two thunderbolt ports. so you can connect some setup to it
Answered by: Sajid N.
Date published: 2018-08-27

question

what month are you expecting the shipment?
Asked by: Mohamed A.
I am sorry at this time we have no ETA on when this will come in, I apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused. I have arranged for you to be notified when we do, based off your attached email address.
Answered by: Moshe S.
Date published: 2018-08-27

question

Is it have rYZEN VER?
Asked by: Tiwtaz'z T.
The Predator Helios 500 ships with the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 graphics card with 8GB of GDDR5 VRAM for the GPU.
Answered by: Acer Expert
Date published: 2018-08-27
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