Acer Nitro 5 AN515-44 (2020)

Acer Nitro 5 AN515-44 (2020)

Manufacturer	Acer
Product family	Nitro
Release date	2020 (2020)
Discontinued	No
Operating system	Windows 10 Home (Upgradable to Windows 11)
CPU	AMD Ryzen 7 4800H AMD Ryzen 5 4600H
Memory	8 GB DDR4 SDRAM (upgradable to 64 GB)
Memory slots	2 x SODIMM
Storage	256 GB or 512 GB SSD, up to 1 TB HDD
Storage slots	2 x PCIe slot, 1 x 2.5-inch HDD bay
Removable storage	No
Display	Screen size: 15.6 inch Panel type: IPS Coating: Matte (ComfyView) Resolution: 1920 x 1080 Aspect ratio: 16:9 Refresh rate: 60 Hz, 120 Hz, or 144 Hz
Graphics	Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650 4 GB GDDR5 Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650 Ti
Sound	DTS:X Ultra audio
Camera	720p SHDR
Touchpad	Multi-touch Gesture
Connectivity	WiFi 6 AX200 Bluetooth 5.0 3 x USB 1 x USB Type-C (USB 3.2 Gen 2, up to 10 Gbps) 1 x HDMI 2.0 1 x Ethernet (Gigabit)
Dimensions	H: 23.90 millimetres (0.941 in) W: 363.4 millimetres (14.31 in) D: 255 millimetres (10.0 in)
Mass	2.40 kilograms (5.3 lb)
Power brick	135 W AC Adapter
Battery	4-cell Li-Ion 57.50 Wh
Keyboard	Red backlit, optional RGB
Chassis	Color: Obsidian Black Materials: Plastic / Polycarbonate
Number pad	Yes
Fingerprint reader	No
Facial recognition	No
Website	Acer

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The Acer Nitro 5 AN515-44 (2020) is a gaming laptop that features AMD Ryzen 4000-series processors and Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650 or GTX 1650 Ti GPUs. It is designed to provide a solid gaming experience with its FHD IPS display and other gaming-centric features. The laptop is available in Obsidian Black and is equipped with a range of connectivity options including WiFi 6 and USB Type-C.

Primary Hardware

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Processor

The Acer Nitro 5 AN515-44 can be configured with either the AMD Ryzen 7 4800H or the AMD Ryzen 5 4600H processor. The Ryzen 7 4800H is an octa-core CPU with a base clock speed of 2.90 GHz, while the Ryzen 5 4600H is a hexa-core CPU. Both processors are designed to handle demanding tasks and provide a smooth gaming experience. The Ryzen 4000-series CPUs are known for their strong multi-core performance, making them suitable for gaming, video editing, and content creation. The Ryzen 5 4600H offers a strong price-performance ratio, with impressive clock speeds and performance that surpasses many Intel competitors.

Graphics

The laptop is equipped with the Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650 or GTX 1650 Ti graphics card, which has 4 GB of GDDR5 memory. These GPUs are capable of handling most modern games at medium to high settings, providing a decent gaming experience for users. The GTX 1650 and GTX 1650 Ti are dedicated graphics cards, ensuring better performance compared to integrated graphics solutions. The GTX 1650 Ti, in particular, offers slightly better performance than the regular GTX 1650, thanks to its GDDR6 memory.

Memory

The Nitro 5 AN515-44 comes with 8 GB of DDR4 SDRAM, which is upgradable to 64 GB. This amount of memory is adequate for general multitasking and gaming, although users who require more memory for intensive applications may consider upgrading. The single-channel configuration in the base model can be a bottleneck, and upgrading to dual-channel RAM is recommended for better performance.

Storage

The laptop includes either a 256 GB or 512 GB SSD, providing fast boot times and quick access to files and applications. The SSD storage is a significant advantage for gamers and power users who need quick data access. Additionally, the Nitro 5 has two PCIe slots and a 2.5-inch HDD bay for storage expansion, supporting RAID 0 configurations. The SK Hynix BC511 SSD in the review unit offers decent performance, with sequential read and write speeds over 1000 MB/s.

Input Devices

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Keyboard

The Acer Nitro 5 features a red backlit keyboard, which is beneficial for gaming in low-light environments. The keyboard layout is designed for gaming, with highlighted WASD keys for easy navigation during gameplay. The keyboard offers a generous 1.6mm of travel distance and a satisfying tactile bump upon key actuation. Some variants offer customizable RGB backlighting. The keyboard is well-defined and offers a solid layout, although some users may find the combined Insert/Delete key and the German layout's fused keys unusual.

Touchpad

The touchpad supports multi-touch gestures, allowing for intuitive navigation and control. It is positioned directly below the spacebar and somewhat left of center of the chassis. The touchpad is made of plastic and is prone to attracting fingerprints. The touchpad is adequately sized for a 15-inch laptop, with a smooth surface for good gliding capabilities, though the button clicks are loud.

Connectivity

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The Nitro 5 AN515-44 offers a variety of connectivity options:

• WiFi 6 AX200 for fast and reliable wireless internet connectivity.
• Bluetooth 5.0 for connecting wireless peripherals.
• Two USB SuperSpeed 10Gbps Type-A ports, one USB SuperSpeed 5Gbps Type-A port.
• One USB SuperSpeed 10Gbps Type-C port for fast data transfer and charging.
• HDMI 2.0 port for connecting external displays.
• Gigabit Ethernet for wired internet connectivity. The laptop lacks a DisplayPort, card reader, and Thunderbolt 3, which may be a limitation for some users.

Battery Life

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The laptop is powered by a 4-cell Lithium-Ion battery with a capacity of 57.50 Wh. Acer claims a maximum battery run time of up to 10 hours, although actual battery life may vary depending on usage and configuration. The Nitro 5 exhibits some of the best battery efficiency seen from a gaming laptop, performing well in battery life tests. In practical tests, it achieved about 6 hours and 35 minutes of web browsing and 5 hours and 38 minutes of video playback. The laptop's battery life is further enhanced by its efficient power consumption, with idle power usage between 5 and 13 W.

Case

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The Acer Nitro 5 AN515-44 is housed in an Obsidian Black chassis. It has a sleek and understated design, suitable for both gaming and professional environments. The laptop's dimensions are 23.90 mm in height, 363.4 mm in width, and 255 mm in depth, with a weight of approximately 2.40 kg. The design includes four redesigned cooling vents to optimize thermal performance by up to 25 percent. Despite being made mostly of plastic, the laptop feels premium, with a design that balances between professional and playful.