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Acer Nitro 5 AN515-57-536Q Gaming Notebook

Acer Nitro 5 AN515-57-536Q Gaming Notebook

2.4(25 ratings)

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Price facts

  • Last seen at $449.00 at KenDoTronics on Nov 9.

Our take on the Acer Nitro 5 AN515-57-536Q Gaming Notebook

The Nitro 5 AN515-57-536Q is Acer's entry gaming laptop: a 15.6-inch 1080p screen at 144Hz, an Intel quad-core CPU, an NVIDIA GPU, 8GB of RAM and a 256GB SSD. The fast panel and backlit keyboard are its strengths; the small SSD and 8GB of RAM are the weak points, since modern games and Windows both want more. It suits budget-minded gamers and students who can add RAM and storage later, but buyers wanting a machine that runs big titles out of the box should look at rivals with 16GB and a 512GB drive. Owner ratings are low, with complaints centered on performance and build.

Best forBudget first-time gaming laptop buyersStudents who also gameBuyers willing to upgrade RAM and storageCasual and esports players
Pros
  • 144Hz 1080p panel is smooth for fast games
  • Backlit keyboard and matte, no-glare screen
  • Easy RAM and storage upgrades, up to 32GB
  • USB-C, HDMI, Ethernet and headphone jack
  • Relatively light at 5.1 lb for a gaming laptop
Cons
  • 8GB RAM is tight for modern games
  • 256GB SSD fills quickly with game installs
  • Quad-core CPU trails six- and eight-core rivals
  • Low owner ratings point to reliability and performance complaints
  • Battery life falls well short of the rated 8 hours under gaming

Acer Nitro 5 AN515-57-536Q Gaming Notebook prices at every store

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    $449.00Checked Nov 9
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Acer Nitro 5 AN515-57-536Q Gaming Notebook price history

Lowest price we've seen: $449.00 on Nov 9 at KenDoTronics. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 9.

What reviewers say

  • 2.4 / 525 ratings

Owner ratings are poor, averaging 2.4 out of 5. Buyers like the 144Hz screen and the price-to-specs ratio, but many report weak real-world performance, heat and short battery life.

What people mention
  • PerformanceCriticisedOwners say 8GB of RAM and the quad-core CPU make games and multitasking stutter.
  • StorageCriticisedThe 256GB SSD is called too small for a games library.
  • DisplayPraisedThe 144Hz matte panel is the feature buyers like most.
  • BatteryCriticisedReal use falls far short of the rated 8 hours.
  • Heat and noiseCriticisedFans get loud and the chassis warms up during gaming.

Specifications

Resolution
1920 x 1080
Operating System
Windows OS
Processor Brand
Intel CPU
Graphics Processor
NVIDIA GPU
Drive Type
Solid State Drive
Number Of Cores
Quad Core
Color
Black

Questions and answers

Is the Acer Nitro 5 AN515-57-536Q good for modern games?
It runs esports titles and older games well at 1080p. Demanding new releases need more RAM and a larger SSD than the 8GB and 256GB it ships with.
Can I upgrade the RAM and storage?
Yes. It has accessible memory slots supporting up to 32GB and a replaceable SSD, so both are easy to improve.
How is the screen?
It is a 15.6-inch 1080p matte panel at 144Hz, which makes fast games look smooth and cuts glare.
How long does the battery last?
Acer rates it at 8 hours, but owners report much shorter runtime when gaming or watching video.
What ports does it have?
USB-C, HDMI, Ethernet and a 3.5mm headphone jack, so it connects to monitors and wired networks without adapters.
Is it heavy to carry?
At 5.1 lb it is manageable for a gaming laptop, though the power brick adds weight.
Where is the Acer Nitro 5 AN515-57-536Q Gaming Notebook cheapest?
At KenDoTronics, for $449.00, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Acer Nitro 5 AN515-57-536Q Gaming Notebook?
Rated 2.4 out of 5 from 25 ratings.

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Language
English / North America
With Backlit Keyboard
Yes
With No-Glare Screen
Yes
Refresh Rate
144Hz
Available Ports
USB-C, HDMI, Ethernet, 3.5 mm Jack
Weight
5.1 lb
Drive Capacity
256 GB drive
Screen Size
15.6 inches
Installed Memory
8 GB RAM
Processor Speed
2.7 GHz CPU
Battery Life
8 hours battery life
Max Supported RAM
32 GB Supported