Acer - Nitro 5 – Gaming Laptop - 15.6" FHD 144Hz – Intel 11th Gen i7 - GeForce RTX 3050Ti - 16GB DDR4 - 512GB SSD – Windows 11

Name: Acer - Nitro 5 – Gaming Laptop - 15.6" FHD 144Hz – Intel 11th Gen i7 - GeForce RTX 3050Ti - 16GB DDR4 - 512GB SSD – Windows 11
Brand: Acer
SKU: 6462658
Rating: 4.5 (92 reviews)

Model: AN515-57-700J/AN515-57-74TT

SKU: 6462658

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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 11th Generation Core i7 (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: 512 gigabytes
- System Memory (RAM): 16 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 RTX 3050 Ti (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): 8 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
- Product Name: Nitro 5 – Gaming Laptop - 15.6" FHD 144Hz – Intel 11th Gen i7 - GeForce RTX 3050Ti - 16GB DDR4 - 512GB SSD – Windows 11
- Brand: Acer
- Model Number: AN515-57-700J/AN515-57-74TT
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 11th Generation Core i7 (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: 11800H
Storage
- Storage Type: SSD
- Total Storage Capacity: 512 gigabytes
- Solid State Drive Capacity: 512 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).)
Memory
- System Memory (RAM): 16 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 (Each type of RAM delivers a different level of speed, bandwidth, energy efficiency and performance.)
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 RTX 3050 Ti (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 11 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.)
Connectivity
- Number of USB Ports (Total): 4
- Number Of Ethernet Ports: 1
Power
- Battery Life (up to): 8 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.)
Camera
- Front-Facing Camera: true
- 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.)
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
- 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.)
Other
- UPC: 195133138970

Dominate the battlefield with Acer’s new Nitro 5 gaming laptop, including everything you need to take control of the action. The powerful Nitro 5 laptop was developed to deliver an iconic gaming experience courtesy of the many awesome features inside, including its 11th Gen Intel® Core™ processor and high-performance NVIDIA® GeForce RTX 3050 Ti laptop graphics—that’s powered by the 2nd gen NVIDIA Ampere™ architecture! Next, toss in its 15.6” FHD IPS 144Hz refresh rate display, awesome mobility, advanced cooling and stellar audio capabilities, and all of the other gaming-rich features, and you quickly see why the Nitro 5 delivers a knockout blow to the competition!

Windows 11 Operating System: Windows 11 has all the power and security of Windows 10 with a redesigned and refreshed look. It also comes with new tools, sounds, and apps. Every detail has been considered. All of it comes together to bring you a refreshing experience on your PC.
Dominating Specs: The latest 11th Gen Core i7 processor from Intel® delivers unmatched speed and intelligence, enabling impressive gaming, productivity and creating experiences with faster Wi-Fi 6 connectivity.
RTX, It's On!: The new NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3050Ti laptop GPU is powered by the award?winning Ampere architecture—NVIDIA’s 2nd gen RTX —with new Ray Tracing Cores, Tensor Cores, and streaming multiprocessors for the most realistic ray?traced graphics and cutting-edge AI features.
Visual Intensity: Explore games in greater detail with the sharp visuals of a 15.6” FHD IPS 144Hz display with improved screen-to-body ratio to 80% with narrow 0.28" bezels.
Coolness Under Fire: When heavy use requires an added boost, chill out with twin fans, Acer CoolBoost™ technology and quad exhaust port design with two on the side and two in the rear. Monitor and manage your system in real time with NitroSense, covering temperatures, fan speeds and more.
The Key to Victory: Commands are just a touch away with the dedicated NitroSense Key,while the WASD ,arrow keys are highlighted for easy location.Enjoy the tactile feel of keys with a travel distance of 1.6mm.Add some excitement to your gaming and play in dimly lit environments,red backlit keyboard.
Prioritize Your Gameplay: With Killer’s E2600 Ethernet Controller, Killer™ Wi-Fi 6 AX1650 and Control Center 2.0, you have all the tools you need to clear out the online competition. Control the Quality of Service within the Control Center, which is typically done at the router.
Breaking the Sound Barrier: Better audio delivers a competitive edge as well as a more immersive experience through dual 2W speakers. With DTS: X® Ultra, sounds are clear and can be delivered in a 3D spatial soundscape, allowing you to hear where your opponents are coming from with pinpoint precision.

Q: whats the size of the dedicated video memory.

A: It has the RTX 3050 Ti (dedicated graphics card). It has 4gb. of VRAM, NOT 6gb.! The VRAM is GDDR6, NOT GDDR5. Acer needs to correct their answer to this question.

Q: Weight? What's the weight of this laptop? And the weight of the power adapter?

A: The laptop weight is approximately 5.07 lbs. While the AC adapter weight is not part of the spec, it is less than one pound.

Q: Does this have pcie 4 support for its m.2’s?

A: The M.2 slots are: Storage 1: M.2 SSD 2280 (PCIe Gen4x4) Storage 2: M.2 SSD 2280 (PCIe Gen3x4 / SATA SSD)

Q: Am I able to upgrade the storage in this laptop?

A: Yes, this laptop comes with a hdd cable and bracket to install a SATA3 or SSHD for more storage.

Q: What is the cpu and how much vram does this have 4 or 6gb?

A: The CPU is Intel® Core™ i7-11800H 8-Core, and 4GB VRAM.

Q: So I saw the pictures on this and it doesn’t seem to have rgb. But I was wondering if it did or not?

A: This particular Nitro laptop has a red-only backlit keyboard.

Q: Does this have windows 10 or something already on it? Or do i need to get it?

A: All Acer laptops have the operating system already installed; this one has Windows 10 Home.

Q: Are the SSD slots in this laptop able to use two Gen 4x4 or is the open one Gen 3x4?

A: The SSD slot supports PCI-e Gen3 x4.

Customers are saying

Customers appreciate the Nitro 5 gaming laptop's performance and its value for the price. Many also enjoy the keyboard and screen resolution. However, some users find the battery life and VRAM to be insufficient, and a few have noted that the fan can be noisy.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent multi-purpose laptop
As my previous laptop was no longer able to keep up with the programs I use regularly, I was in the market for a laptop that could handle my day-to-day use purposes, as well as a laptop capable of light gaming for when I'm traveling. After some research, I settled on this laptop as its specs on paper appeared to be specifically what I was in the market for. Pros: It has powerful specs for the price. It easily runs older games at max settings, and it even runs more modern games at medium settings at a high refresh rate. For example, Shadow of the Tomb Raider at medium settings was averaging between 90-100 FPS when I took it for a test run. Additionally, because of its powerful CPU, it scored similarly to my desktop (RTX 3090/Ryzen 5800X) when benchmarking in PCMark 10 for its spreadsheet, apps, web, and essentials scores, being within 10% of the score for each. Lastly, it is extremely easy to upgrade if you need additional storage. It comes with one M2 drive already installed with Windows 10 (among other things), then has an extra M2 slot free as well as a 2.5 inch drive bay. If you are familiar with computers, but perhaps unfamiliar with this specific laptop, Acer put out a good instructional video on how to upgrade the storage. While I am unsure if every model will use the same type of ram, the model I got also came with 16 GB of 3200 MHz RAM, which is pretty fast as far as laptop RAM goes. Cons: In addition to windows 10, it comes with some standard bloatware that is common to see on laptops and prebuilts. Do yourself a favor and remove whatever you won't use as one of the first things you do. Additionally, while the 3050 Ti does take advantage of the Nvidia ecosystem (i.e.: DLSS support in games that offer it), it only has 4GB of VRAM. As such, you should not expect to be able to run modern titles at max graphical settings. For reference, the scores it got in the PCMark 10 benchmark with Photos, Rendering and Visualization, and Digital Content Creation were each roughly half that of my desktop, keeping in mind that the 3050ti only has a sixth of the VRAM as the 3090. Conclusion: If you're looking for a PC that can run Cyberpunk at max settings at a high refresh rate, then why are you looking at a laptop? If you just need something that can send emails and watch YouTube videos, then why are you spending 1,000 dollars on a laptop? However, if you are like me and you need something that can handle your more resource hungry programs as well as some light gaming on the go, then you may find this suits your needs.
Posted 4 years ago by Darth
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Acer Nitro 5 review
A powerful computer that suits my need for playing video games, or coding.
Posted 2 years ago by Samfisher
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
After two months of use. Recommend to buy and use.
I purchased this laptop around two months back. I am not a gamer, but I use this for simulations and coding. The hardware of the laptop is super for the price. With the windows 11 upgrade, it performs well. BATTERY LIFE: The only thing I would like to highlight is the battery life. If you are using programs like MS Office, it can last a maximum of 6 hr. But for coding and simulations, it is just less than 2hr. I use this machine while plugged into the current. EXTERNAL MONITORS: I am using multiple monitors with this laptop. But it is supporting only one monitor. With a docking station, you can use two monitors. I am using a USB type C docking station. I see a slight color difference in the monitors and a small lag in one monitor. But can make it negligible with controllers. The laptop display itself is really pleasant and good. Really a good laptop in today's market that you can have in this price range. As a daily user of this laptop, I would like to recommend this to anyone who has a similar use like me.
Posted 4 years ago by Nalaka