Dell Pro 14 vs Acer Predator Triton 14 PT14-51 Comparison

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Dell Pro 14 vs Acer Predator Triton 14 PT14-51 Comparison Overview

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In this review, we will be comparing Pro 14 and Predator Triton 14 PT14-51, two laptops from Dell and Acer. Dell Pro 14 was introduced to market in January 2025 and Acer Predator Triton 14 PT14-51 was launched in April 2023. There is 21 months difference between Pro 14 and Predator Triton 14 PT14-51 so it would still give an advantage to younger Pro 14.

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Here is a brief look at the main features of Dell Pro 14 and Acer Predator Triton 14 PT14-51 before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Dell Pro 14 Key Specs

Launched in January 2025
14.0" IPS LCD, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core Ultra 5 236V
GPU: Intel Arc 130V
16GB Ram
311.2 x 216.7 x 16.38-17.95 mm (12.25 x 8.53 x 0.64-0.71 inches)
Weight: 1.14 kg (2.51 lbs)

Acer Predator Triton 14 PT14-51 Key Specs

Launched in April 2023
14.0" IPS LCD, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core i7 13700H
GPU: GeForce RTX 4050 Mobile 6GB
16GB Ram
313.5 x 227 x 18.9-19.9 mm (12.34 x 8.94 x 0.74-0.78 inches)
Weight: 1.7 kg (3.75 lbs)

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how Pro 14 and Predator Triton 14 PT14-51 compares and decide which one is better for you.

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Reasons to choose Dell Pro 14 over Acer Predator Triton 14 PT14-51

Weight	1.14 kg vs 1.70 kg	0.56 kg lighter
Screen-to-Body Ratio	~84.3% vs ~79.9%	Larger screen area ratio
Side Bezel Thickness	4.8 mm vs 6 mm	1.2 mm thinner bezels
CPU Fabrication Process	3 nm vs 10 nm	Newer Generation CPU
GPU Fabrication Process	3 nm vs 4 nm	Newer Generation GPU
Charging Port Position	Left, Right vs Left	Flexible cable positions
WiFi Standard	v7 vs v6E	More advanced Wi-fi connectivity
Bluetooth	v5.4 vs v5.2	More advanced Bluetooth connectivity
Webcam Resolution	2560 x 1440 vs 1920 x 1080	Higher Resolution Camera
Number of USB-C Ports	2x USB 4.0 vs 1x USB 3.2	Connect more device at the same time
USB-C Port Type	v4.0 vs v3.2	Faster USB-C connection

Reasons to choose Acer Predator Triton 14 PT14-51 over Dell Pro 14

Refresh Rate	165 Hz vs 60 Hz	Smoother media experience
Max Brightness	500 nits vs 300 nits	Brighter Screen
Response Time	3 ms vs 35 ms	Faster Response screen
GPU FLOPS	8.6 TFLOPS vs 3.3 TFLOPS	Dedicated GPU unit
GPU Type	Dedicated vs Integrated	Connect more device at the same time
Number of USB-A Ports	3x USB 3.2 vs 1x USB 3.2	Read & Write SD Cards with the built-in reader
SD Card Reader	Yes vs No

Common Strengths of Acer Predator Triton 14 PT14-51 and Dell Pro 14

Launch Dates	January 2025 vs April 2023	Both laptops are recent models
Screen Coating	Matte vs Matte	Less reflections on the screen
Fast Charging Support	Yes vs Yes	Charge the battery in a shorter time
RAM Type	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x) vs PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)	Fast RAM type
Upgradable Storage	Yes vs Yes	Option to increase the Storage size
SSD Type	NVMe vs NVMe	Faster Data Transfers
Thunderbolt Port	v4 vs v4	Fast data and power transfer via Thunderbolt Port
HDMI Output	1x HDMI 2.1 vs 1x HDMI 2.1	Connect to External Displays via HDMI cable
VGA Output	No vs No	Connect to External Displays via VGA cable
Keyboard Backlight	Yes vs Yes	Easily see the keys under low light

Common Weaknesses of Acer Predator Triton 14 PT14-51 and Dell Pro 14

Touchscreen Capability	No vs No	No Touchscreen Capability
HDR Support	No vs No	No HDR Support
Upgradable RAM	No vs No	No Option to increase the RAM size

Dell Pro 14 vs Acer Predator Triton 14 PT14-51: Physical Specs Comparison

In this section, we will be comparing the physical specifications and body features of the Dell Pro 14 and the Acer Predator Triton 14 PT14-51.

Physical Specs
Weight	1.14 kg (2.51 lbs)	1.7 kg (3.75 lbs)
Surface Area	674 cm2 (104.5 inches2)	712 cm2 (110.3 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio	~84.3%	~79.9%
Side Bezel Thickness	~4.8 mm	~6 mm
Weight per Inch of Screen	0.08 kg/inch	0.12 kg/inch
	0.176 lbs/inch	0.264 lbs/inch
Colors	Black	Silver

Comparison of the Dell Pro 14 and the Acer Predator Triton 14 PT14-51 External Dimensions

Weight

Pro 14 weighs 1.14 kg (2.51 lbs), whereas the Predator Triton 14 PT14-51 weighs 1.7 kg (3.75 lbs). There is a notable difference in weight between these two laptops. The weight difference between the two laptops is not significant.

Weight Comparison

Displays size 14.0-14.9 inches

Dell Pro 14 1.14 kg

Acer Predator Triton 14 PT14-51 1.70 kg

Min 0.88 kg

Average 1.42 kg

Max 2.19 kg

Thickness Comparison

Displays size 14.0-14.9 inches

Dell Pro 14 17.95 mm

Acer Predator Triton 14 PT14-51 19.90 mm

Min 8.40 mm

Average 17.12 mm

Max 32.50 mm

Another value that we use for comparing the weights of the laptops is the Weight per Inch of Screen, which is calculated by dividing the total weight of the model with its usable diagonal screen size. This value for the Dell Pro 14 is 0.08 kg/inch.In comparison, this value for the Acer Predator Triton 14 PT14-51 is 0.12 kg/inch.Here are some of the best performing laptops in this area:

Microsoft Surface Go 4: 0.05 kg/inch
LG Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407: 0.06 kg/inch
Dell Latitude 7330: 0.07 kg/inch
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2: 0.07 kg/inch
LG Gram 14 2022: 0.07 kg/inch
LG Gram 14 2-in-1 2022: 0.07 kg/inch

Dell Pro 14 vs Acer Predator Triton 14 PT14-51: Internals (CPU, GPU, RAM, Battery, SSD, etc.) Comparison

CPU Comparison

CPU Model	Intel Core Ultra 5 236V Intel Core Ultra 5 238V Intel Core Ultra 7 266V Intel Core Ultra 7 268V	Intel Core i7 13700H
Base Frequency	2.1 GHz	2.4 GHz
Turbo Frequency	4.7 GHz	5 GHz
Number of Cores	8 (4P + 4E)	14
Number of Threads	8	20
L3 Cache	8 MB	24 MB
Integrated GPU	Intel Arc Graphics 130V	Intel Iris Xe Graphics (96EU)
CPU Fabrication Process	3 nm	10 nm

Above you can see the CPU options and the CineBench and GeekBench test scores for both laptops, which gives an idea about what kind of performance difference you may experience between the Dell Pro 14 and Acer Predator Triton 14 PT14-51.

You may also read reviews of latest laptops with the same CPUs and compare them:

Laptops with: Intel Core Ultra 5 236V

Laptops with: Intel Core i7 13700H

GPU Comparison

GPU Model	Intel Arc 130V	GeForce RTX 4050 Mobile 6GB GeForce RTX 4070 Mobile 8GB
Base Clock Frequency	600 MHz	1455 MHz
Boost CLock Frequency	1850 MHz	1755 MHz
TGP (Total Graphics Power)	15 W	50 W
Type	Integrated	Dedicated
FLOPS	3.3 TFLOPS	8.986 TFLOPS
Memory Size	System Shared	6 GB
Memory Type	LPDDR5X	GDDR6
Memory Speed	8.53 Gbps	2000 MHz 16 Gbps effective
Shading Units Cores	896	2560

GPU is as critical as the CPU for graphic heavy applications and the table above gives a picture of how the two GPU compares. FLOPS is a measure of a GPU's performance based on the number of floating-point arithmetic calculations that the processor can perform within a second. Dell Pro 14 has a FLOPS value of 3.3 TFLOPS whereas the Acer Predator Triton 14 PT14-51 ' has a FLOPS value of 8.6 TFLOPS. If graphical performance of the laptop is important for your use type, the Acer Predator Triton 14 PT14-51 may be the better choice between these two setups.

RAM Comparison

RAM	16GB 32GB	16GB 32GB
Memory Bus	1x16 GB	2x8 GB
RAM Clock	8533 MHz	6000 MHz
RAM Type	LPDDR5X	LPDDR5
Upgradable	No	No
Memory Bus	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)

Both laptops, the Pro 14 and the Predator Triton 14 PT14-51, come with similar RAM capacities of 16 GB, providing comparable performance in memory-intensive tasks.

LOCAL LLM Compatibility Evaluation

This quick guide shows what types of large language models (LLMs) each of these laptops could support, based on their respective hardware specifications. It's meant to help you compare their suitability for running AI models locally.

LLM Category	Dell Pro 14	Acer Predator Triton 14 (PT14-51)
Small Models(1-3B):Examples: Phi-2, Qwen-1.8B	✔ Run smoothly.	✔ Run smoothly.
Medium Models(7-8B):Examples: Mistral-7B, Qwen-7B	✔ Good performance.	✖ Not supported.
Large Models(13-30B):Examples: Mixtral, Qwen-14B	✖ Not supported.	✖ Not supported.
Extra-Large Models(65B+):Examples: LLaMA2-70B, Qwen1.5-72B	✖ Not supported on most systems. Requires high-end GPU or advanced setup.	✖ Not supported on most systems. Requires high-end GPU or advanced setup.

Note: Optimized (e.g., 4-bit) models may run on limited hardware. Performance depends on runtime and setup.

📌 MoE Models: Some models like Mixtral 8x7B and Qwen3-30B-A3B use a Mixture of Experts (MoE) design, activating only part of the model during inference. This means they can often run efficiently on laptops with 12–16 GB of VRAM when quantized.

BATTERY

BATTERY	40 Wh 60 Wh	76 Wh
Battery Type	Li-Po	Li-Ion
Replaceable	No	No
Fast Charging	No	No
Charging Port Position	Left, Right	Left
Charge Power	60 / 65 / 100 W	230 W
Voltage	7.8 V

On the other hand, the Predator Triton 14 PT14-51 features a higher battery capacity of 76 Wh, delivering longer usage time compared to the Pro 14's 40 Wh.

Battery Comparison

Displays size 14.0-14.9 inches

Dell Pro 14 40 Wh

Acer Predator Triton 14 PT14-51 76 Wh

Min 32.00 Wh

Average 55.79 Wh

Max 90.00 Wh

STORAGE
With a larger storage capacity up to 2 TB, the Pro 14 provides more space for storing files and applications compared to the Predator Triton 14 PT14-51's max. storage capacity of 1 TB.

Storage Options	256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB	512 GB, 1 TB
Upgradable	Yes	Yes
Total Slots	1	1
Storage type	SSD (M2)	SSD (M2)
NVMe	Yes	Yes

If your budget allows, we recommend opting for the largest possible disk size, considering the potential increase in storage capacity needs in the future. However, please keep in mind the question 'What will the laptop be used for?' when making this decision. Of course, you can later upgrade the hard disk capacity by getting a larger disk. However, if your laptop has only one disk slot, it may not be as straightforward as a RAM upgrade, where you simply add or replace a module, as moving or cloning files to a new disk may be necessary.

Dell Pro 14 vs Acer Predator Triton 14 PT14-51: Display Comparison

The display is an essential aspect to consider when comparing the Dell Pro 14 and Acer Predator Triton 14 PT14-51 since its is the component that you interact the most and significantly impact the experience.

Screen Area and Dimensions

Now let's look at the comparison of the actual display areas of both laptops below, keeping the bezels around the screens out of the equation. Both Pro 14 and Predator Triton 14 PT14-51 screens have the same size of 14.0".The total usable screen area of the Pro 14 is 568cm² / 88inch² whereas the Predator Triton 14 PT14-51's total usable screen area is 568cm² / 88inch².

PPI (Pixels per Inch)
Both Pro 14 and Predator Triton 14 PT14-51 feature the same pixel density with 162 pixels per inch (PPI).

Screen PPI (Pixels Per Inch) Comparison

Displays size 14.0-14.9 inches

Dell Pro 14 162 ppi

Acer Predator Triton 14 PT14-51 162 ppi

Min 112 PPI

Average 173 PPI

Max 323.00 PPI

Refresh Rate
The Predator Triton 14 PT14-51 offers a higher refresh rate of 165 Hz, resulting in smoother motion and improved visual experience.

Furthermore, the Predator Triton 14 PT14-51 boasts a faster response time of 3.0 ms, reducing motion blur for fast-paced content.

Brightness
The Predator Triton 14 PT14-51 offers a higher maximum brightness of 500 nits, delivering a brighter screen.

Brightness Comparison

Displays size 14.0-14.9 inches

Dell Pro 14 300 nits

Acer Predator Triton 14 PT14-51 500 nits

Min

200 nits

Average 383 nits

Max 1200.00 nits

Dell Pro 14 vs Acer Predator Triton 14 PT14-51 Connectivity Comparison

In terms of connectivity,

Wifi
Pro 14 features a more advanced Wi-Fi standard v7, providing faster and more reliable wireless connections compared to Predator Triton 14 PT14-51 (v6E).

Below, you'll find a Wi-Fi Versions Table, along with their release dates and speeds, to provide a brief overview of its development.

Wi-Fi Versions and Speeds

Standard	Speed	Release Date	Network	Frequency Bands (GHz)
Wi-Fi 7	up to 40 Gbps (5 GB/s)	2023	802.11be	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6E	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2020	802.11ax	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2019	802.11ax	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 5	up to 6.93 Gbps (866.25 MB/s)	2014	802.11ac	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 4	up to 600 Mbps (75 MB/s)	2009	802.11n	2.4, 5

* Please note that the provided transfer rates are maximum theoretical values, and real-life performance may vary based on environmental factors.

USB
Both Pro 14 and Predator Triton 14 PT14-51 have USB-A ports. Pro 14 has 1x USB 3.2 USB-A ports, while Predator Triton 14 PT14-51 has 3x USB 3.2 USB-A ports.
Both Pro 14 and Predator Triton 14 PT14-51 have USB Type-C ports. Pro 14 has 2x USB 4.0 USB Type-C ports, while Predator Triton 14 PT14-51 has 1x USB 3.2 USB Type-C ports.

Below, you'll find a table of USB ports, along with their release dates and speeds.
To mitigate the confusion caused by generation names, the USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) suggests using marketing names like USB 5Gbps, USB 10Gbps, and so forth, based on their respective transfer rates.

USB Type and Speeds

USB Type	Version	Speed	Date	Other Features/Explanations
USB4	Gen 4 (2.0)	80 Gbps	2022	Also known as USB 80Gbps
USB4	Gen 3×2	40 Gbps	2019	Also known as USB 40Gbps
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2x2	20 Gbps	2019	Double the data transfer rates of Gen 2
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.1
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.0
USB 3.1	3.1 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2013	Faster data transfer rates
USB 3.0	3.1 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2010	SuperSpeed USB, improved data transfer rates
USB 2.0	2.0	480 Mbps	2000	High-speed data transfer
USB 1.0	1.0	1.5 Mbps	1996	Original USB standard

Thunderbolt
Both Pro 14 and Predator Triton 14 PT14-51 are equipped with Thunderbolt 4 ports.

HDMI
Both Pro 14 and Predator Triton 14 PT14-51 feature an HDMI port (1x HDMI 2.1) for connecting to external monitors.

Below, you'll find a comparison table detailing different HDMI versions, including their bandwidth, color depth, maximum resolution, and release dates. This information can be helpful in understanding the capabilities of each HDMI version and choosing the most suitable one for your needs.

HDMI Comparison Table

HDMI Version	Maximum Resolution	Bandwidth (Gbps)	Color Depth (bits)	Release Date
HDMI 2.1-2.1b	7680 x 4320 *(8K)* @ 60p 3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 120p	48.0	48	2017
HDMI 2.0-2.0b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 60p	18.0	48	2013
HDMI 1.4-1.4b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 30p	10.2	48	2009
HDMI 1.3-1.3a	2560 x 1440 @ 60p	10.2	48	2006
HDMI 1.0-1.2a	1920 x 1200 @ 60p	4.95	24	2002

* Please note that the provided resolution values represent the maximum supported resolution, and actual display quality may depend on other factors such as source content and connected devices.

SD Card Reader
Predator Triton 14 PT14-51 is equipped with an SD Card Reader for easy access to memory cards. Pro 14 does not have an SD Card Reader.

Audio Jack
Both Pro 14 and Predator Triton 14 PT14-51 are equipped with a 3.5mm Audio Jack, providing seamless connection to headphones and speakers.

To summarize the connectivity and ports details, please refer to the table below to see them listed.

Connectivity and Ports
WiFi Standard (latest: v7)	v7	v6E
Bluetooth (latest: v5.4)	v5.4	v5.2
USB-A (latest: 3.2)	1x USB 3.2	3x USB 3.2
USB Type-C (latest: USB4 2.0)	2x USB 4.0	1x USB 3.2
Thunderbolt (latest: 4)	Thunderbolt 4	Thunderbolt 4
HDMI (latest: 2.1)	1x HDMI 2.1	1x HDMI 2.1
Display Port (latest: v2.0)	No	No
VGA	No	No
Fingerprint Sensor	Optional	Yes
Optical Drive	No	No
Audio Jack 3.5mm	Yes	Yes
Ethernet RJ45	No	No
SD CardReader	No	Yes
Proprietary Charging Port	No	Yes