Acer Predator PH317

MPN: NH.Q29AA.002  |  EAN: 0191114286432  |  Model: Acer Predator PH317-51-787B

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Acer Predator PH317 - NH.Q29AA.002 Performance, Usage and Feature Ratings
Use Rating
Amateur Photo Editing
Just Right
College (Students)
Just Right
Watching Movies
Just Right
Pro Graphic Design
Just Right
Simple Music Editing
Just Right
Pro Music Production
Just Right
Bookkeeping
Just Right
Front-end Development
Just Right
Back-end Development
Just Right
Email
Outstanding
Social Media
Outstanding
Browsing
Outstanding
Documents
Just Right
Short Journeys
Just Right
Use Around the Office
Just Right
Use in Public Places
Just Right
Carrying Occasionally
Just Right
Working in Low Light
Outstanding
Presentations
Outstanding
Working with Numbers
Outstanding
Funky Look
Outstanding
Gaming Look
Outstanding
Windows
Outstanding
Serious Multitasking
Outstanding
17+ Inches
Outstanding
Outstanding
Pro Photo Editing
Just Right

Great for photo editing

The Acer powerful Intel Core i7-7xxx processor makes image manipulation a breeze. And the high resolution 1920 x 1080 pixels display ensures your pictures really ‘pop’ when you’re done.

It's good for academic research

Light, portable, and full-featured, the Acer Predator PH317-51-787B is ideal for carrying between offices and libraries. You’ll have all the tools you need to research and write outstanding research papers and theses.

All about the Films!

In addition to its excellent Advanced screen, this laptop comes with a 1920 x 1080 pixels resolution ensuring scenes pop with colour and great fidelity. Also, while watching in the dark, you can start, stop and skip through scenes using the backlit keyboard.

Give your Images the professional touch

With plenty of RAM, processing power and a dedicated graphics card, the Acer Predator PH317-51-787B gives you everything you need to complete high quality photos and graphic design projects.

Music and Audio

Making your first steps in music editing? The Acer Predator PH317-51-787B has what it takes to deliver your audio craft.

Its all about the Beats

When you need crystal clear audio and plenty of grunt for processing and encoding, the Acer Predator PH317-51-787B can handle everything you throw at it. A selection of ports allow you to connect instruments and devices, while the 2.8 GHz takes care of the actual production work.

Book keeping

The 17.3 inches screen gives you enough screen-space to wade through columns and rows

Excel, Quicken etc, don't need much power so this option won't up the requirements on processor. 

Your Acer 's 16 GB RAM will ensure large sheets and accounts wont undermine performance

The numeric keypad keyboard really takes the strain out when entering data.

Can handle UI Dev & Design work

Whether you’re coding HTML5, CSS or Javascript-based frameworks like AJAX, Angular or JQUERY the Acer Predator PH317-51-787B is a very capable option. It's 4 cores core CPU and 16 GB of RAM helps you multi-task as you craft your vision on its high quality, 1920 x 1080 pixels screen.

Can handle a Full-Stack Coding Environment

You'll need a machine that can handle multiple VMs for your various Dev environments, which is why we've picked something for you that's got an Intel Core i7-7700HQ , (a processor with 4 cores) plus a healthy RAM size of 16 GB.

Also, its 1920 x 1080 pixels resolution provides adequate screen estate to view multiple window or more of your IDE while you work.

Regular Stuff / Everyday Tasks

Spreadsheets, presentations and documents, are relatively undemanding, but the Intel Core i7-7700HQ processor and 16 GB RAM ensures even image laden files won't leave you watching the 'spinning wheel' on the Acer Predator PH317-51-787B

Surf comfortably as all components of your Acer will easily handle the web

Email demands very little from a laptop. We've taken this into account.

Facebook, twitter etc require little processing power or screen specification so the Acer Predator PH317-51-787B will do just fine.

Battery life is fairly decent

Light and powerful, the 7 hours battery life of the Acer Predator PH317-51-787B allows it to be easily used all around the home for long periods without charging.

The Acer Predator PH317-51-787B is the perfect size working on the move. With a battery life of 7 hours, this is a machine that slips easily into a bag and goes everywhere with you without worrying too much about the next time you need a charge.

Lightweight and compact, the Acer Predator PH317-51-787B boasts 7 hours battery life to keep you going while on short trips like the daily commute on the train or subway.

The 7 hours battery life in the Acer Predator PH317-51-787B can keep you going while moving from one meeting space to another.

Suits your occasional mobility

The Acer Predator PH317-51-787B is a great choice for when you need a good value, reliable laptop that won't be carried around too often. It’s not the smallest or lightest, however the 6.6 lbs weight is enough to get the job done.

Working in the dark

The lights may be low, but that doesn’t mean you can’t work. The Acer Predator PH317-51-787B’s built-in 1 allows you to type accurately – even in the dark

Presentations

Ensure everyone can see your presentation with the 1 . With an 1 and several 1 you will always be able to connect to an external projector or screen.

Numeric Key Pad

Working with numbers is important to you, so we've made sure this laptop comes a full featured keyboard. 

Very stylized look

Fed up with the black and grey machines that dominate the laptop market? The bold colours and exciting design of the 1 offer a very funky alternative.

Package that suits a Gamer

Not just a pretty face, the Acer Predator PH317-51-787B uses ergonomic design to give you a gaming advantage.

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Product Description

This Predator is ready for battle when you are with its formidable design and impressive features. Its robust design is perfect for the rigors of your gaming sessions. Not only this, but its all-metal AeroBlade™ 3D Fan keeps this laptop cool during your longer gaming sessions, reducing potential damage. Additionally, the power of the latest 7th Gen Intel® Core™ i7 processor means you can play the most demanding games with ease. Games are easy to play no matter how demanding their graphics are, thanks to the NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 10 onboard graphics, and at night your gameplay won't suffer because the backlit keyboard will mean you can button bash right into the early hours. The 17.3-inch screen means that you won't miss any of the action during battles, and the fact that it's in full HD and comes with a striking backlight and IPS provides you with an intense visual performance.

Technical Specifications

Acer Predator PH317 - NH.Q29AA.002 Technical Specifications
Specification Description
Design
Colour Black,Red
Form Factor Clamshell
Housing Material ABS plastic, polycarbonate
Display
Display HD Type FHD
Display Resolution 1920 x 1080 pixels
Display Size 17.3 inches
Display Technology Name IPS
Processor
Processor Architecture 64 Bit
Processor Cores 4 cores
Processor Family Intel Core i7-7xxx
Processor Model Intel Core i7-7700HQ
Processor Speed 2.8 GHz
Processor Threads 8
Memory
RAM Size 16 GB
RAM Speed 2400 MHz
RAM Type DDR4-SDRAM
Storage
HDD Capacity 1000 GB
SSD Capacity 256 GB
Storage Total Capacity 1256 GB
Storage Type HDD + SSD
Graphics
Graphics Card Model - Dedicated NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060
Graphics Card Model - Integrated Intel HD Graphics 630
Graphics Card Type Dedicated
Networking
Network Bluetooth Type 4.0
Network Wired Type 10/100/1000 Mbps
Network Wireless Type b/g/n/ac
Ports & Interfaces
HDMI Port 1
Memory Card Reader 1
Microphone 2
USB 2.0 Ports 2
USB 3.0 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C Ports 1
USB 3.0/3.1 (Gen 1) Type-A Ports 1
Camera
Camera 1
Camera Resolution 1280 x 720 pixels
Keyboard
Keyboard Back-lit Yes
Keyboard Num-Pad Yes
Software
Operating System Architecture 64 Bit
Operating System Name Microsoft Windows
Operating System Version Windows 10 Home
Battery
Battery Life 7 hours
Weight & Dimensions
Dimesnsions - Depth 28.9 cm
Dimesnsions - Height 2.5 cm
Dimesnsions - Width 43.1 cm
Weight 2.998 kg
Certifications & Compliance
Certifications ACPI 5.0