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product_id: 44723389
title: "Acer Predator Helios 300 Gaming Laptop, Intel Core i7, GeForce GTX 1060, 17.3\" Full HD, 16GB DDR4, 1TB HHD + 256GB SSD, Black, PH317-51-787B"
brand: "acer"
price: "$213"
currency: NZD
in_stock: true
url: https://www.desertcart.nz/products/44723389-acer-predator-helios-300-gaming-laptop-intel-core-i7-geforce
store_origin: NZ
region: New Zealand
---

# 3.8GHz Turbo Boost i7 6GB GDDR5 GTX 1060 GPU 17.3" Full HD IPS Display Acer Predator Helios 300 Gaming Laptop, Intel Core i7, GeForce GTX 1060, 17.3" Full HD, 16GB DDR4, 1TB HHD + 256GB SSD, Black, PH317-51-787B

**Brand:** acer
**Price:** $213
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔥 Dominate your day and night with the Acer Predator Helios 300 🎯

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Acer Predator Helios 300 Gaming Laptop, Intel Core i7, GeForce GTX 1060, 17.3" Full HD, 16GB DDR4, 1TB HHD + 256GB SSD, Black, PH317-51-787B by acer
- **How much does it cost?** $213 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.nz](https://www.desertcart.nz/products/44723389-acer-predator-helios-300-gaming-laptop-intel-core-i7-geforce)

## Best For

- acer enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted acer brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Immersive Visuals:** 17.3" Full HD IPS display delivers vibrant colors and wide viewing angles for an unbeatable gaming experience.
- • **Next-Level Graphics:** NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 with 6GB GDDR5 VRAM powers smooth, high-fidelity gameplay and creative work.
- • **Speed Meets Storage:** Blazing-fast 256GB SSD combined with a massive 1TB HDD ensures lightning boot times and ample space for your files.
- • **Stay Unplugged Longer:** Up to 7 hours of battery life means you can game, work, or stream without constantly hunting for an outlet.
- • **Powerhouse Performance:** 7th Gen Intel Core i7 with Turbo Boost up to 3.8GHz keeps you ahead in every task and game.

## Overview

The Acer Predator Helios 300 PH317-51-787B is a high-performance gaming laptop featuring a 7th Gen Intel Core i7 processor with Turbo Boost up to 3.8GHz, a powerful NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 GPU with 6GB GDDR5 VRAM, and a large 17.3" Full HD IPS display. Equipped with 16GB DDR4 RAM, a dual-storage setup of 256GB SSD plus 1TB HDD, and up to 7 hours of battery life, it balances speed, storage, and portability for gamers and professionals alike.

## Description

Acer Predator Helios 300 PH317-51-787B Gaming Laptop comes with these high level specs: 7th Generation Intel Core i7-7700HQ Processor 2.8GHz with Turbo Boost Technology up to 3.8GHz, 17.3" Full HD (1920 x 1080) widescreen LED-backlit IPS display, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 with 6 GB of dedicated GDDR5 VRAM, 16GB DDR4 2400MHz Memory, 256GB SSD, 1TB 5400RPM SATA Hard Drive, Acer True Harmony Technology Sound System, Two Built-in Stereo Speakers, Secure Digital (SD) card reader, 802.11ac Wi-Fi featuring 2x2 MIMO technology (Dual-Band 2.4GHz and 5GHz), Bluetooth 4.0, 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet LAN (RJ-45 port), HD Webcam (1280 x 720) supporting Super High Dynamic Range (SHDR), 1 - USB 3.1 (Type C) port (Gen 1 up to 5 Gbps), 1 - USB 3.0 Port (featuring Power-off Charging), 2 - USB 2.0 Ports, 1 - HDMI 2.0 Port with HDCP Support, 4-cell Li-ion Battery (3220 mAh), Up to 7-hours Battery Life, 6.61 lbs. | 3.0 kg (system unit only) (NH.Q29AA.002).

## Features

- 7th Generation Intel Core i7-7700HQ Processor (Up to 3.8GHz)
- NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 with 6 GB of dedicated GDDR5 VRAM
- 17.3" Full HD (1920 x 1080) widescreen IPS display. Wireless LAN Standard : IEEE 802.11ac
- 16GB DDR4 Memory, 256GB SSD & 1TB HDD
- Up to 7-hours of battery life

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Standing screen display size | 17.3 Inches |
| Screen Resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Max Screen Resolution | 1920x1080 Pixels |
| Processor | 2.8 GHz core_i7 |
| RAM | 16 GB DDR4 |
| Memory Speed | 2400 MHz |
| Hard Drive | 1000 GB Hybrid Drive |
| Graphics Coprocessor | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 |
| Chipset Brand | NVIDIA |
| Card Description | Dedicated |
| Graphics Card Ram Size | 6000 GB |
| Wireless Type | 802.11ac |
| Number of USB 2.0 Ports | 2 |
| Number of USB 3.0 Ports | 2 |
| Average Battery Life (in hours) | 7 Hours |
| Brand | acer |
| Series | Nitro 5 15 |
| Item model number | PH317-51-787B |
| Hardware Platform | PC |
| Operating System | Windows 10 |
| Item Weight | 6.61 pounds |
| Product Dimensions | 14.31 x 10.04 x 0.94 inches |
| Item Dimensions  LxWxH | 14.31 x 10.04 x 0.94 inches |
| Color | Black |
| Processor Brand | Intel |
| Number of Processors | 4 |
| Computer Memory Type | DDR4 SDRAM |
| Flash Memory Size | 256 |
| Hard Drive Interface | Serial ATA |
| Hard Drive Rotational Speed | 5400 RPM |
| Power Source | Battery Powered |
| Voltage | 240 Volts |
| Batteries | 1 Lithium Metal batteries required. (included) |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** acer
- **Model Name:** Nitro 5 15
- **Screen Size:** 17.3 Inches
- **Color:** Black
- **Hard Disk Size:** 1000 GB
- **CPU Model:** Core i7
- **Ram Memory Installed Size:** 16 GB
- **Operating System:** Windows 10
- **Special Feature:** HD Audio
- **Graphics Card Description:** Dedicated

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: is the screen 120 hz ?**
A: Sadly no, it has a 60hz refresh rate.

**Q: what kind of ssd is in this laptop and can it be replaced?**
A: This model ships with a 256GB PCIe x4 Gen3 M.2 SSD and has been qualified up to 512GB in size.

**Q: Can i swap out the HDD that comes with it? 2.5 also right?**
A: My laptop came with not working HDD! You can open the slot and remove your hdd or replace it with sdd

**Q: Does it come with a nvme ssd? If not can i add one?**
A: Hello,

The standard SSD in this unit is not NVMe, however, the system is capable of handling one.

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*Store origin: NZ*
*Last updated: 2026-03-07*