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In the field of low-end gaming laptops, Acer’s latest Nitro 5 (model AN517-51-56YW) is about as budget as they come. But for $880, you don’t need more than what the Acer Nitro 5 offers to play ...

Acer Nitro 5 vs HP Victus: What are their specifications? To start this Acer Nitro 5 vs HP Victus comparison, we acknowledge that both laptops are excellent devices with great gaming specifications.

The Nitro 5 makes no apologies for being a budget gaming system. If you want cutting-edge tech like Nvidia's GeForce RTX graphics or a screen with a 144Hz refresh rate instead of the more familiar ...

Acer’s Nitro 5 doesn’t have much longevity with its entry-level hardware, but it’s a great option for budget-minded buyers who enjoy light gaming and wouldn’t mind upgrading in a few years. Acer’s ...

At a glance Expert's Rating Pros ・Large touchpad compared to alternatives ・16-inch 1200p display at a low price ・Lots of physical connectivity ・Good battery life for a budget gaming laptop Cons ...

Acer has plenty of stuff to show off at CES 2025, including two new gaming handhelds and five new gaming laptops, two of which are variations of the new Nitro V 15. The new laptops won’t be part of ...

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Acer's Nitro 5 gaming laptop lineup isn't one I've found terribly appealing in the past. In fact, previous Nitro 5 models have accounted for some of my lowest scoring reviews. But for the last two ...

While both the Nitro 5 and Bravo 15 benefit from AMD's new "Renoir" CPU architecture, there's only so much Acer can do with a $330 lower price. Besides packing a six-core Ryzen 5 versus an eight-core ...