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Acer Predator Triton 500 SE

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The Acer Predator Triton 500 SE is Acer's premium 16-inch thin-and-light gaming and creator laptop, produced across two generations that share the same silver-gray metal chassis but differ significantly under the hood. The first generation, PT516-51s, was released in mid-2021 with 11th Gen Intel "Tiger Lake" H processors, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 30-series graphics, and a 165Hz WQXGA display. The refreshed PT516-52s arrived in early 2022 with 12th Gen Intel "Alder Lake" H hybrid-core processors, RTX 30 Ti-series graphics, a faster 240Hz panel, and a jump to LPDDR5 memory. Both generations remained on retail shelves through 2023 in a wide range of factory configurations, so your exact processor, graphics card, memory, and storage combination determines its final resale price. Select your components using our tool above to view an instant cash offer for your exact device, or start from our Acer Predator trade-in page.

Is my laptop the Triton 500 SE? (And which generation?)

Flip your laptop closed and look at the bottom cover. You'll find a small white or silver regulatory sticker printed with the full model code — either PT516-51s (2021) or PT516-52s (2022), usually followed by a four-character suffix like PT516-52s-99EL that identifies your exact factory configuration. If the sticker has worn off, open the Start menu, type "About your PC" and press Enter, then read the "Processor" line: an 11th Gen Intel Core i7 or i9 (model number starts with "11") means you have the PT516-51s; a 12th Gen Intel Core i7 or i9 (starts with "12") means you have the PT516-52s.

✔ It's a Triton 500 SE (PT516-51s) if…

  • The sticker reads PT516-51s
  • The CPU is an Intel Core i7-11800H or i9-11900H
  • The GPU is an RTX 3060, RTX 3070, or RTX 3080 (non-Ti)
  • The screen refresh rate is 165Hz
  • Wi-Fi is Wi-Fi 6 (Killer AX1650i)

✔ It's a Triton 500 SE (PT516-52s) if…

  • The sticker reads PT516-52s
  • The CPU is an Intel Core i7-12700H or i9-12900H
  • The GPU is an RTX 3060, RTX 3070 Ti, or RTX 3080 Ti (16GB)
  • The screen refresh rate is 240Hz
  • Wi-Fi is Wi-Fi 6E (Killer AX1675i)

Don't confuse it with lookalike models. Acer's Predator family has several thin gaming laptops with similar names — check the sticker prefix before requesting a quote:

  • The original Predator Triton 500 (PT515-51 / PT515-52, 2019–2020) is a black, 15.6-inch 16:9 laptop with 8th–10th Gen Intel chips and RTX 20-series graphics. Its sticker starts with PT515. Completely different resale value from the SE.
  • The Predator Triton 300 SE (PT314-51s / PT314-52s) is a smaller 14-inch stablemate. Its sticker starts with PT314.
  • The newer Predator Triton 14 AI (PT14-51) is a 2025 release with Intel Core Ultra chips and RTX 40/50-series graphics.

Your Triton 500 SE covered on this page is a silver-gray 16-inch (16:10) laptop with the Predator logo on the lid and a bottom sticker starting with PT516. Still unsure? Follow our step-by-step guide to finding your Acer laptop model number.

Core hardware configurations

Processor (CPU)

  • PT516-51s (2021): Intel Core i7-11800H — 8 cores, 16 threads, up to 4.6 GHz
  • PT516-51s (2021): Intel Core i9-11900H — 8 cores, 16 threads, up to 4.9 GHz
  • PT516-52s (2022): Intel Core i7-12700H — 14 cores (6P + 8E), 20 threads, up to 4.7 GHz
  • PT516-52s (2022): Intel Core i9-12900H — 14 cores (6P + 8E), 20 threads, up to 5.0 GHz

Graphics (GPU)

  • PT516-51s: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 — 6GB GDDR6 (105W max TGP)
  • PT516-51s: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 — 8GB GDDR6 (110W max TGP)
  • PT516-51s: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 — 8GB GDDR6 (110W max TGP)
  • PT516-52s: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti — 8GB GDDR6 (115W max TGP)
  • PT516-52s: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti — 16GB GDDR6 (115W max TGP)
  • Both generations include an NVIDIA Advanced Optimus MUX switch for maximum plugged-in performance

Memory (RAM)

  • PT516-51s (2021): DDR4-3200 in two SO-DIMM slots, user-upgradable up to 64GB
  • PT516-52s (2022): LPDDR5-4800, soldered to the mainboard — non-upgradable, factory maximum 32GB
  • Factory options shipped in 16GB or 32GB capacities across both generations

Storage

  • Dual M.2 PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD slots — RAID 0 supported in factory dual-drive configurations
  • 512GB / 1TB / 2TB factory shipping capacities
  • No 2.5-inch drive bay — the slim chassis is SSD-only

Display & audio

Display

Both generations share the same 16-inch anti-glare IPS panel at native WQXGA 2560 × 1600 resolution (16:10) with 100% DCI-P3 color coverage and NVIDIA G-Sync support. The refresh rate and brightness split cleanly by generation: the PT516-51s ships with a 165Hz, 400-nit panel, while the PT516-52s upgrades to a faster 240Hz, 500-nit panel.

Audio

Dual stereo speakers tuned by DTS:X Ultra with dual-microphone Acer Purified.Voice pickup. The webcam is 720p HD on the PT516-51s and upgrades to a 1080p FHD sensor on the PT516-52s.

Ports & connectivity

Despite the sub-20 mm profile, the Triton 500 SE keeps a professional-grade port loadout on both sides of the chassis — including wired Ethernet and a full-size SD card reader, both features many rivals dropped.

Left Side
  • 1× Proprietary DC-in power adapter connector (barrel charger — the laptop does not fully charge over USB-C)
  • 1× RJ-45 Killer 2.5-Gigabit Ethernet (E3100G)
  • 1× USB-A 3.2 Gen 2
  • 1× Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C) with DisplayPort output and Power Delivery
  • 1× 3.5mm headphone/microphone combo jack
Right Side
  • 1× SD card reader (SD 7.0 UHS-II on the PT516-52s)
  • 1× USB-A 3.2 Gen 2
  • 1× Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C) with DisplayPort output and Power Delivery
  • 1× HDMI 2.1
  • 1× Kensington security slot

PT516-51s: Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650i PT516-52s: Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675i Bluetooth 5.1 / 5.2

Battery, build & more

Battery & charging

The PT516-51s ships with an 84 Whr 4-cell lithium-ion battery, while the PT516-52s upgrades to a much larger 99.98 Whr pack — right at the U.S. airline carry-on limit. Both generations use a 230W proprietary power brick.

Camera & mic

PT516-51s: 720p HD webcam. PT516-52s: upgraded 1080p FHD webcam. Both include dual built-in noise-cancelling microphones with Acer Purified.Voice.

Keyboard

Full-size backlit keyboard with dedicated PredatorSense and Turbo overclocking keys, plus WASD accent styling. Lighting is fully customizable through PredatorSense.

Cooling

Dual 5th Gen all-metal AeroBlade 3D fans with Vortex Flow airflow guidance, five copper heat pipes, and factory-applied liquid metal thermal grease on the CPU. Fan profiles and overclocking modes are managed in PredatorSense.

Weight

≈ 2.4–2.5 kg (5.3–5.5 lb) — right in line with a Razer Blade 15 despite the larger 16-inch display.

Dimensions

358 × 260 × 19.9 mm (14.09" × 10.24" × 0.78") — all-metal silver-gray chassis.

Frequently asked questions

01 How do I find my exact Triton 500 SE model number before requesting a quote?
Close your laptop and turn it upside down. On the bottom metal cover, look for a small white or silver regulatory sticker — it lists the model as PT516-51s or PT516-52s plus a four-character SKU suffix (for example, PT516-52s-99EL). If the sticker is worn off or missing, open the Start menu, type "System Information," press Enter, and read the "System Model" line. The processor generation is your simplest confirmation: an 11th Gen Intel Core chip means PT516-51s (2021); a 12th Gen means PT516-52s (2022). For pictures showing exactly where the sticker sits, see our Acer model number guide.
02 Is my laptop the Triton 500 SE or the original Triton 500? They sound almost identical.
The names sound similar, but they're two completely different laptops, and picking the wrong one on our site will give you a wrong quote. Your machine is the Triton 500 SE covered on this page if it is silver-gray, has a taller 16-inch (16:10) screen, uses an 11th or 12th Gen Intel Core processor with RTX 30-series graphics, and its bottom sticker starts with PT516. The original Triton 500 (2019–2020) is black, has a wider 15.6-inch (16:9) screen, uses an 8th–10th Gen Intel Core processor with RTX 20-series graphics, and its sticker starts with PT515. When in doubt, trust the sticker prefix over the laptop's looks.
03 Can I sell a Triton 500 SE that has a worn battery, loud fans, or a cracked screen?
Yes. We buy the Triton 500 SE in every functional state. This model is known to run its fans hard under load, and a five-year-old gaming laptop battery rarely holds its original charge — neither disqualifies your device. Whether it works perfectly, has a cracked or dim panel, broken hinges, missing keys, or won't power on at all, simply select the matching condition options in the quote tool above and you'll see a firm cash offer that reflects the device as it is today.
04 How does trading in my Predator Triton 500 SE for cash actually work?
Many people don't realize that a 2021 or 2022 gaming laptop with an RTX 3070, 3080, or 3080 Ti still commands strong cash value on the secondhand market — the Triton 500 SE was a flagship-tier release, and its GPU keeps it in demand. Our trade-in process takes minutes: select your configuration and condition above to lock in an offer, ship the laptop to us with a free, fully insured prepaid label, and once our technicians verify the hardware, you're paid within two business days via PayPal, Venmo, Zelle, or paper check. No auction listings, no haggling with strangers, no fees. Read the full breakdown on our how it works page, or read our full review of the model on the Predator Triton 500 SE resale value article.
05 Should I remove the SSDs or wipe my data before shipping?
Please don't open the laptop. The Triton 500 SE's mainboard is mounted upside-down, and reaching the SSD slots requires near-full disassembly — DIY attempts commonly damage ribbon cables and void the resale value. Instead, back up your game saves and personal files to the cloud or an external drive, sign out of your Windows, Steam, and other accounts, and ship the laptop with its SSDs installed. Our technicians perform certified, multi-pass data sanitization on every incoming drive. You can review the exact procedure on our data erasure protocols page.