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| Manufacturer | Acer |
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| Product family | Nitro |
| Release date | January 2023 |
| Discontinued | No |
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home |
| CPU | Intel Core i5-12500H Intel Core i7-12700H |
| Memory | Up to 32 GB DDR4-3200 MHz |
| Memory slots | 2 user accessible |
| Storage | Two slots for GEN 4 M.2 PCIe |
| Storage slots | 2 user accessible |
| Display | Screen size: 17.3 inch Panel type: IPS Coating: Matte (anti-glare) Resolution: 1920 x 1080 Refresh rate: 144 Hz Brightness: 250 to 280 Nits sRGB: 60 % Adobe RGB: 40-45 % |
| Graphics | Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop 4 GB GDDR6 |
| Sound | 2 x 2 W stereo speakers with DTS:X® Ultra technology |
| Camera | 720p webcam |
| Connectivity | Intel Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650i Bluetooth 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Type-A) 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Type-A, Offline Charge) 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Type-C, Thunderbolt 4) 1 x HDMI 2.1 1 x RJ45 Ethernet |
| Keyboard | 4-zone RGB backlit |
| Chassis | Color: Black Materials: Plastic Cooling: Dual-fan cooling, dual-intakes, quad-exhaust |
| Fingerprint reader | No |
| Facial recognition | No |
| Website | Acer |
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The Acer Nitro 5 17 (2023) is a budget-friendly gaming laptop that offers a balance of performance and affordability. It is equipped with up to 12th Gen Intel Core i7 processors and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 30 Series GPUs, making it suitable for gaming and multitasking. The laptop is available in various configurations, allowing users to choose based on their performance needs and budget.[1]
Primary Hardware
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Processor
The Acer Nitro 5 17 (2023) can be configured with the following processors[1]:
- Intel Core i5-12500H with 12 cores (4 P-cores + 8 E-cores) and 16 threads, providing a balance of performance and efficiency for gaming and multitasking.
- Intel Core i7-12700H with 14 cores (6 P-cores + 8 E-cores) and 20 threads, offering superior gaming performance and multitasking capabilities.
The Intel Core i5-12500H performs well in various applications, handling tasks efficiently. It scores 1655 in single-core and 12144 in multi-core on Cinebench R23, indicating strong performance for a budget laptop.[2]
Benchmarks:
- Cinebench R23:
- i5-12500H: ~1655 pts (single-core), ~12144 pts (multi-core)[2]
Graphics
The Acer Nitro 5 17 (2023) is equipped with the following discrete GPU[1]:
- Nvidia GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop GPU with 4 GB GDDR6 memory, providing adequate performance for gaming at medium settings.
The RTX 3050 performs adequately for gaming but struggles at the highest settings in demanding games. It is capable of running less demanding games smoothly. In Cyberpunk 2077 at the highest preset, it achieves 4 FPS (minimum), 9 FPS (average), and 12 FPS (maximum). With DLSS 2, the performance improves to 13 FPS (minimum), 19 FPS (average), and 28 FPS (maximum).[2]
Benchmarks:
- Cyberpunk 2077 (highest preset):
- Minimum: 4 FPS
- Average: 9 FPS
- Maximum: 12 FPS
- Cyberpunk 2077 with DLSS 2:
- Minimum: 13 FPS
- Average: 19 FPS
- Maximum: 28 FPS
- Rainbow 6 Siege:
- Minimum: 140 FPS
- Average: 146 FPS
- Maximum: 172 FPS
- Dota 2:
- Minimum: 66 FPS
- Average: 91 FPS
- Maximum: 180 FPS
- Apex Legends:
- Minimum: 70 FPS
- Average: 91 FPS
- Maximum: 102 FPS
Memory
The Acer Nitro 5 17 (2023) supports up to 32 GB of DDR4-3200 MHz memory, with two slots available for RAM upgrades. This allows for high-speed performance and upgradability, although it is not recommended to exceed 32 GB due to CPU limitations.[2]
Storage
The laptop features two slots for GEN 4 M.2 PCIe SSDs, providing fast storage options and configurations. This allows for increased storage capacity and easy upgrades as needed.[1]
Input Devices
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Keyboard
The Acer Nitro 5 17 (2023) comes with a full-size keyboard featuring a 4-zone RGB backlight and a dedicated NitroSense Key for easy access to system controls. The WASD and arrow keys are highlighted for better visibility during gameplay. The keyboard is considered the best in its price range, offering good layout, feel, and tactility.[1][2]
Touchpad
The touchpad is described as acceptable but not ideal, with users likely preferring an external mouse for better performance.[2]
Webcam
The laptop includes a 720p webcam, which is described as having artificial quality with weird patterns. It is acceptable for meetings but not ideal for high-quality video calls.[2]
Microphone
The microphone quality is implied to be average, suitable for basic use.[2]
Output Devices
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Display
The Acer Nitro 5 17 (2023) features a 17.3-inch display with a resolution of 1920 x 1080 and a refresh rate of 144 Hz. The brightness ranges from 250 to 280 nits, and it supports 60% sRGB and 40-45% Adobe RGB. While the display is suitable for gaming, it is not recommended for video or photo editing due to its lack of color accuracy.[1][2]
Audio
The laptop is equipped with dual 2W speakers enhanced with DTS:X® Ultra technology, providing clear audio and a 3D spatial soundscape. However, the speakers are not great, and external speakers are recommended for better sound quality.[1][2]
Connectivity
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WiFi
The Acer Nitro 5 17 (2023) is equipped with Intel Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650i, utilizing Wi-Fi 6 technology for low latency and reliable connectivity.[1]
Bluetooth
The laptop includes Bluetooth connectivity.[1]
USB
The laptop offers a comprehensive selection of USB ports, including two USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports, one USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A port with Offline Charge, one USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C port supporting Thunderbolt 4, and one HDMI 2.1 port for high-speed video output.[1][2]
Display Outputs
The Acer Nitro 5 17 (2023) includes one HDMI 2.1 port for connecting to external displays, enhancing versatility.[1][2]
Case
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The Acer Nitro 5 17 (2023) features a plastic chassis that is described as stiff with a strong feel. The build quality is acceptable for the price point, with a hinge that is expected to last several years.[2]
Maintenance
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The laptop offers good upgradeability options, with user-accessible slots for RAM and SSD upgrades, making it user-friendly for maintenance.[2]
Cooling System
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The Acer Nitro 5 17 (2023) features an advanced cooling system with dual-fan cooling, dual-intakes, and a quad-exhaust port design. The NitroSense utility app allows for control over fan speeds, lighting, and other system settings.[1]
Energy Management
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Battery Life
The laptop offers around 2-3 hours of battery life, which is reasonable for the screen size. However, the low battery life could be improved with a larger battery.[2]
Biometrics
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The Acer Nitro 5 17 (2023) does not include a fingerprint reader or face recognition capabilities.[2]
Software
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The laptop comes preinstalled with Windows 11 Home, providing a modern and user-friendly interface for gaming and productivity.[1]
Reviews Summary
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Overall Sentiment
The Acer Nitro 5 17 (2023) is praised as a reliable budget gaming laptop, offering good performance for its price. It is considered a good option for budget-conscious consumers looking for a gaming laptop with acceptable build quality and performance.[2]
Problems Summary[2]
- The touchpad is not ideal, with users likely preferring an external mouse.
- The webcam quality is artificial and not ideal for high-quality video calls.
- The speakers are not great, and external speakers are recommended for better sound quality.
- Low battery life could be improved with a larger battery.