Understand that compromises come in the form of non-upgradable RAM and SSD storage.
Then theres the 14-inch display that has a 2560 x 1600 resolution alongside a 250 Hz refresh rate.
Accompanying the wonderful gaming laptop monitor are powerful DTSX-certified speakers that are loud enough when performance isnt being pushed.
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Through and through, the Predator Triton 14 is also suitable for not just gaming.
The port selection is well thought out and a wonderful keyboard features per-key RGB lighting and plenty of hotkeys.
All of these can be customized beyond the performance controls that can be customized through the Predator Sense app.
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Even the trackpad is smooth as butter with its incorporated fingerprint scanner.
Despite the balanced approach, some compromises come with the Predator Triton 14.
Unfortunately, both RAM and SSD storage arent upgradeable at this time.
(Image credit: Future - Joel Burgess)
Right now, these specs are more than adequate, but theyre coming close to not much longer status.
If that doesnt necessarily matter, theres so much to appreciate with the Acer Predator Triton 14.
This is totally fine for anyone looking to stay in the 1080p native resolution range when gaming.
(Image credit: Future - Joel Burgess)
There are two 14-inch gaming laptops that come to mind when thinking of alternatives to the Predator Triton 14.
One is the more expensiveRazer Blade 14which starts at $2,399.
With that said, the Predator Triton 14 does find a happy medium when it comes to value.
Acers 14-inch gaming laptop manages to have more powerful components and still manages to be lightweight and thin.
Therefore, thats an accomplishment on its own.
Port selection is solid with the right side housing an HDMI port, USB-A port, and headphone jack.
Once opened, the 14-inch display provides fantastic image quality and performance.
For one, the display is Vesa Certified for DisplayHDR 600.
This means outside of gaming or watching videos, color correcting onPhotoshopand Premiere is easier.
When the cooling fans arent running loudly, the DTS:X speakers work sound great as well.
Keyboard input strikes a nice balance between being tactile and punchy.
Typing out long-form editorial content is a comfortable and precise feeling.
Then theres the per-key RGB lighting that adds a bit of personal flair.
On top of that are several function keys including some for media and access to the Predator Sense app.
Theres even a button to switch between performance modes too.
Even the touchpad feels great and smooth alongside the fingerprint scanner on the top left side.
However, even casual gamers will know to get a gaming mouse instead.
Having the 14-core Intel i7-13700H and Nvidia RTX 4070 really goes a long way in helping in-game performance.
Native 2560 x 1600 is fine on its own though.
If playing on the lap, the heat can get uncomfortable.
Outside of gaming, Adobe Creative Suite performance is acceptable as well.
We were able to use multiple layers on photos without much slowdown when using Photoshop.
Through Premiere Pro, we could edit 10 minutes worth of4Kvideo that took less than 10 minutes to export.
It took around 4 12 hours for the battery to reach the mid-way point.
In total, we were able to get around 7 hours and some change in total.
Users can change via the powerport which will take around two hours to get the battery to full.
Should I buy the Acer Predator Triton 14?
Years down the line, not being able to upgrade RAM and SSD storage could be a problem.
During the day, I used it as my main laptop while working the office job.
It was here that I was able to test general performance and speakers.
Through Adobe Photoshop and Premiere Pro, I was able to create graphics and short-form video clips.
When away from work, I took the time to play various AAA games.
Since 2020, Ive been covering various gaming laptops for TechRadar.
