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Acer - Nitro 5 15.6" Gaming Laptop - Intel Core i5 - 8GB Memory - NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 - 256GB Solid State Drive - Black

Model: AN515-54-54W2
SKU: 6344383
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  • Key Specs
    • Screen Size: 15.6 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
    • Screen Resolution: 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) (Screens come in a range of resolutions (measured in pixels, horizontal x vertical). The higher the resolution, the greater the picture quality.)
    • Touch Screen: false (Touch-screen devices make navigating more intuitive. Using a touch-screen display, you can do things such as tap to select, hold and drag to move items, swipe to scroll, and pinch to zoom.)
    • Processor Model: Intel 9th Generation Core i5 (Your computer's processor is like its brain. Working in combination with system memory, the power of the processor determines the complexity of software you can run, how many programs you can have open at the same time, and how fast those programs will run. Most computers feature an AMD, Intel or Snapdragon processor.)
    • Storage Type: SSD
    • Total Storage Capacity: 256 gigabytes
    • System Memory (RAM): 8 gigabytes (Random-access memory (RAM) is a computing device's short-term data storage, which allows active information to be accessed quickly. The size and type of RAM determines how efficiently the device can handle large amounts of information at one time. For example, gaming or video editing requires more RAM for optimal performance.)
    • Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 (Often referred to as a "graphics processing unit" (GPU), this device is responsible for displaying image content and decoding/encoding video content in programs and games.)
    • Battery Life (up to): 7 hours (Battery life will vary depending on the product configuration, product model, applications loaded on the product, power management setting of the product and the product features used by the customer. As with all batteries, the maximum capacity of this battery will decrease with time and usage.)
    • Backlit Keyboard: true (Integrated lights allow for visibility of the keys in low-light conditions.)
  • General
    • Brand: Acer
    • Model Number: AN515-54-54W2
    • Product Name: Nitro 5 15.6" Gaming Laptop - Intel Core i5 - 8GB Memory - NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 - 256GB Solid State Drive
    • Color: Black
  • Display
    • Display Type: LED
    • Screen Size: 15.6 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
    • Screen Resolution: 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) (Screens come in a range of resolutions (measured in pixels, horizontal x vertical). The higher the resolution, the greater the picture quality.)
    • Touch Screen: false (Touch-screen devices make navigating more intuitive. Using a touch-screen display, you can do things such as tap to select, hold and drag to move items, swipe to scroll, and pinch to zoom.)
  • Processor
    • Processor Brand: Intel
    • Processor Model: Intel 9th Generation Core i5 (Your computer's processor is like its brain. Working in combination with system memory, the power of the processor determines the complexity of software you can run, how many programs you can have open at the same time, and how fast those programs will run. Most computers feature an AMD, Intel or Snapdragon processor.)
    • Processor Model Number: 9300H
  • Storage
    • Storage Type: SSD
    • Total Storage Capacity: 256 gigabytes
    • Solid State Drive Capacity: 256 gigabytes (The amount of data that can be stored on the device's solid state drive (SSD). SSD is a flash-based storage with faster speeds than a hard disk drive (HDD).)
    • Solid State Drive Interface: PCIe (Connects the solid state drive to the host system. PCI and SATA interfaces are the most common; PCI interfaces are typically faster, but SATA interfaces are compatible with a wider range of systems.)
    • Hard Drive Accelerator: None (A module integrated (or added) into a PC to improve performance speed. By acting as a high-speed cache, an accelerator speeds up access times to the hard drive, which results in faster web browsing, improved gaming experience, and overall more responsiveness.)
  • Memory
    • System Memory (RAM): 8 gigabytes (Random-access memory (RAM) is a computing device's short-term data storage, which allows active information to be accessed quickly. The size and type of RAM determines how efficiently the device can handle large amounts of information at one time. For example, gaming or video editing requires more RAM for optimal performance.)
    • Type of Memory (RAM): DDR4 SDRAM (Each type of RAM delivers a different level of speed, bandwidth, energy efficiency and performance.)
    • Number Of Memory Slots: 2
    • System Memory RAM Expandable To: 32 gigabytes (Adding more random-access memory (RAM) to a computer speeds up performance and improves efficiency. Upgrades to memory are limited by the number of expansion slots for additional RAM and existing RAM installed on the device.)
  • Graphics
    • Graphics Type: Dedicated (Dedicated graphics uses a separate graphics card for processing video images. Because it does not use memory from the system's RAM, there is no extra burden on the CPU and graphics are processed more efficiently. Integrated graphics shares system RAM to process video images.)
    • GPU Brand: NVIDIA
    • Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 (Often referred to as a "graphics processing unit" (GPU), this device is responsible for displaying image content and decoding/encoding video content in programs and games.)
  • Compatibility
    • Operating System: Windows 10 Home (The operating system manages all software and hardware, including files, memory and connected devices. Most importantly, it lets you interact with your device and your programs in a visual way; otherwise, you'd be typing computer code to get anything done.)
    • Operating System Architecture: 64-bit (An operating system (OS) manages computer hardware, software resources, and programs in conjunction with the system's processor. 64-bit operating systems can handle more data at once than 32-bit systems, resulting in faster speeds, more effiency, and overall improved performance.)
  • Connectivity
    • Number of HDMI Outputs (Total): 1
    • Number of USB Ports (Total): 3
    • Headphone Jack: true (The device features an interface that allows for the connection of headphones.)
    • Ethernet Card: 10/100/1000 (Also known as an Ethernet adapter, this card plugs into a computer's motherboard and enables it to access an Ethernet network. Ethernet data transmission speeds are measured in Mbps (megabits per second) and Gbps (gigabits per second). For example, a 10/100 Ethernet port transmits 10 and 100 Mbps, while a 10/100/1000 Ethernet port transmits 10 and 100 Mbps and has a maximum speed of 1000 Mbps (1 Gbps).)
    • Number Of Ethernet Ports: 1
  • Power
    • Power Supply Input: USB Type C
    • Power Supply Maximum Wattage: 135 watts
    • Battery Life (up to): 7 hours (Battery life will vary depending on the product configuration, product model, applications loaded on the product, power management setting of the product and the product features used by the customer. As with all batteries, the maximum capacity of this battery will decrease with time and usage.)
    • Battery Cells: 4-cell
  • Camera
    • Front-Facing Camera: true
    • Front Facing Camera Megapixels: 0.92 megapixels (The more megapixels, the more detail that the camera facing the user can capture.)
    • Front Facing Camera Video Resolution: 720p (Refers to the number of pixels, both horizontally and vertically, used by the camera facing the user to capture video. The higher the resolution the finer the video detail that can be seen.)
    • Built-In Microphone: true
  • Features
    • Backlit Keyboard: true (Integrated lights allow for visibility of the keys in low-light conditions.)
    • Touchpad Type: Precision
    • Media Card Reader: false (A hardware device that allows for access to data on a memory card and enables the transfer of its files to a computer. These devices may have one or multiple slots for various types of memory cards, and may be integrated into the computer or available as an external device.)
    • Audio Technology: Waves MaxxAudio®, MaxxBass®, MaxxVolume®, MaxxDialog
    • Speaker Type: Stereo speakers
  • Dimensions
    • Product Height: 1.1 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Width: 14.3 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Depth: 10 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Weight: 4.85 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
  • Certifications Listings & Approvals
    • ENERGY STAR Certified: false (Devices carrying the ENERGY STAR service mark, such as computer products and peripherals, kitchen appliances, and other products, generally use 20% to 30% less energy than required by federal standards.)
    • EPEAT Qualified: false (The Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool (EPEAT) was designed to provide an environmental assessment tool for purchasers. In order to qualify for EPEAT, a product must meet all 23 required criteria.)
  • Included
    • Included Software: Acer NitroSense
    • Optical Drive Type: None (An optical disk drive (ODD) uses a laser light to read data from or write data to an optical disc. These discs include CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Discs. This allows you to play music or watch movies using prerecorded discs.)
    • Numeric Keypad: true
  • Other
    • UPC: 193199181114

AC Wi-FiAcer Nitro 5 Laptop: Lose yourself in the absorbing multimedia experience delivered by this Acer Nitro 5 gaming laptop. The Intel Core i5 processor ensures a lag-free performance, and the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 graphics card delivers immersive visuals on the 15.6-inch Full HD display. This Acer Nitro 5 gaming laptop has 8GB of RAM for seamless multitasking.

Laptop Buying Guide

  • Windows 10 operating system: Windows 10 brings back the Start Menu from Windows 7 and introduces new features, like the Edge Web browser that lets you markup Web pages on your screen. Learn more ›
  • 15.6" Full HD display: The 1920 x 1080 resolution boasts impressive color and clarity. IPS technology for wide viewing angles. Energy-efficient LED backlight.
  • 9th Gen Intel® Core™ i5-9300H mobile processor: Smart quad-core, eight-way processing performance. Intel Turbo Boost Technology delivers dynamic extra power when you need it, while increasing energy efficiency when you don't.
  • 8GB system memory for advanced multitasking: Substantial high-bandwidth RAM to smoothly run your games and photo- and video-editing applications, as well as multiple programs and browser tabs all at once.
  • Solid State Drive (PCI-e): Save files fast and store more data. With massive amounts of storage and advanced communication power, PCI-e SSDs are great for major gaming applications, multiple servers, daily backups, and more.
  • NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 graphics: Backed by 3GB GDDR5 dedicated video memory for a fast, advanced GPU to fuel your games.
  • Weighs 4.85 lbs. and measures 1.1" thin: Thin and light design with DVD/CD drive omitted for improved portability. 4-cell lithium-ion battery.
  • HDMI output expands your viewing options: Connect to an HDTV or high-def monitor to set up two screens side by side or just see more of the big picture.
  • Wireless/Wired connectivity (WiFi 5 - 802.11 ac): Connect to a Wireless-AC router for nearly 3x the speed, more capacity and wider coverage than Wireless-N. Backward-compatible with all other Wi-Fi networks and hotspots.
  • Built-in HD webcam with two microphones: Makes it easy to video chat with family and friends or teleconference with colleagues over Skype or other popular applications.
  • Backlit keyboard for easy typing in dim or dark locations: Touchpad with multigesture support.
  • Additional port: Headphone/microphone combo jack.
  • Windows 10 operating system: Windows 10 brings back the Start Menu from Windows 7 and introduces new features, like the Edge Web browser that lets you markup Web pages on your screen. Learn more ›
  • 15.6" Full HD display: The 1920 x 1080 resolution boasts impressive color and clarity. IPS technology for wide viewing angles. Energy-efficient LED backlight.
  • 9th Gen Intel® Core™ i5-9300H mobile processor: Smart quad-core, eight-way processing performance. Intel Turbo Boost Technology delivers dynamic extra power when you need it, while increasing energy efficiency when you don't.
  • 8GB system memory for advanced multitasking: Substantial high-bandwidth RAM to smoothly run your games and photo- and video-editing applications, as well as multiple programs and browser tabs all at once.
  • Solid State Drive (PCI-e): Save files fast and store more data. With massive amounts of storage and advanced communication power, PCI-e SSDs are great for major gaming applications, multiple servers, daily backups, and more.
  • NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 graphics: Backed by 3GB GDDR5 dedicated video memory for a fast, advanced GPU to fuel your games.
  • Weighs 4.85 lbs. and measures 1.1" thin: Thin and light design with DVD/CD drive omitted for improved portability. 4-cell lithium-ion battery.
  • HDMI output expands your viewing options: Connect to an HDTV or high-def monitor to set up two screens side by side or just see more of the big picture.
  • Wireless/Wired connectivity (WiFi 5 - 802.11 ac): Connect to a Wireless-AC router for nearly 3x the speed, more capacity and wider coverage than Wireless-N. Backward-compatible with all other Wi-Fi networks and hotspots.
  • Built-in HD webcam with two microphones: Makes it easy to video chat with family and friends or teleconference with colleagues over Skype or other popular applications.
  • Backlit keyboard for easy typing in dim or dark locations: Touchpad with multigesture support.
  • Additional port: Headphone/microphone combo jack.
Whats Included
  • Acer Nitro 5 AN515-54-54W2
  • 4-cell battery
  • Power adapter, sleeve, HDD upgrade kit
  • Acer Nitro 5 AN515-54-54W2
  • 4-cell battery
  • Power adapter, sleeve, HDD upgrade kit
Product Manuals

Q: So im planning on getting this and adding 8gb of ram and 500gb ssd, so to be clear, it has an open slot for both memory and storage? If so, what type of ssd do i need and can i give it to bestbuy to do the upgrades?

A: Yes, this laptop has two memory slots that support up to 16GB each for a max total of 32GB system memory. Also it has two M.2 SSD's that support M.2 2280 form factor SSD drives. Acer has tested up to 512GB for the SSD drive.

Q: Can it run fortnite smoothly? Like no lag and better fps and resolution?

A: Fortnite is not a hard game to run in the first place. But to answer your question, Yes. It runs it over 120 FPS

Q: I purchased the Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-43) and it came with HDD upgrade cable. what does it do and how do i put it in my laptop? i got RedDeadRedemption2 when i try to play it it says not enough RAM and that i need to reboot graphics drivers. help!

A: The included cable and bracket are so the user can install a 2.5" hdd for more storage, if needed. If you go to YouTube you will find videos on how to install a hard drive. This laptop comes with 8GB memory. If the game requires more, you can install up to 32GB using both memory slots.

Q: Will this run SiMS 4 without any glitches?

A: Yes it does. I have multiple packs installed and it runs it perfectly.

Q: Can this laptop tun the game rust smoothly with good fps?

A: While Acer does not test many gaming applications we would recommend you check that the computer meets the system requirements of the application/game to determine if it will work. You can also contact the software vendor to see if they can provide information on compatibility with their software. You might also post your question on the Acer Community where there are many users that post questions and offer help and advice on Acer products. The link is: https://community.acer.com/

Q: I am running out of memory. What ssd can I get and how/where do I put it in? I do not want to open the laptop if that's required since it ruins warranty. I looked at external ssds, does this have thunderbolt 3 port?

A: This laptop has an empty M.2 SSD slot where you can add a second SSD drive for storage, but does not have Thunderbolt 3. Acer has tested up to 512GB. The bottom case must be removed to access the slots and will not void the warranty as long as no damage occurs. Here is a video you might find helpful: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bT0MHnnWXuU

Q: Can you upgrade the RAM without voiding the warranty?

A: Yes, as long as no damage occurs by doing so, the warranty will remain intact.

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