Is the RTX 2060 still good for gaming?

Yes for 1080p gaming. It runs most current titles at high settings on the 144Hz screen, though the newest, heaviest games need settings lowered.

Can I upgrade the RAM and storage?

Yes. The Nitro 5 has accessible memory slots and a drive bay, so RAM and storage can be increased after purchase.

How is the battery life?

Short. Expect only a few hours of light use, and far less when gaming, so plan on keeping it plugged in.

Does it have a high refresh rate screen?

Yes. The 15.6-inch Full HD IPS display runs at 144Hz, which makes fast-paced games look smoother than a standard 60Hz panel.

Is it too heavy to carry around?

It is on the heavy side for a 15.6-inch laptop, so it works better as a desk machine than a daily commuter.

What comes in the box?

The laptop, its power adapter and the usual paperwork. Check the listing for the exact configuration shipped.

Where is the Acer Nitro 5 Gaming Notebook 15.6" cheapest?

At Walmart, for $1,294.99, as of our latest check.

Acer Nitro 5 Gaming Notebook 15.6"

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What reviewers say

Reviewers and owners treat the Nitro 5 as a solid value gaming laptop: strong frame rates from the RTX 2060 and a smooth 144Hz screen for the money. Criticism centers on fan noise, battery life and the plasticky build.

What people mention

PerformancePraisedOwners say the RTX 2060 runs demanding games at high settings with good frame rates.
Fan noiseCriticisedReviewers report the fans get loud when gaming or in performance mode.
BatteryCriticisedBattery life is short, so most owners keep it plugged in.
DisplayPraisedThe 144Hz IPS panel is called smooth and sharp for the class.
BuildMixedThe chassis is sturdy enough but plastic and fairly heavy to carry.
UpgradabilityPraisedOwners like that RAM and storage can be swapped without much trouble.

About the Acer Nitro 5 Gaming Notebook 15.6"

The Acer Nitro 5 is a 15.6-inch gaming notebook with a Full HD IPS display and a 144Hz refresh rate. It runs on a 9th Gen Intel Core i7-9750H processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 graphics built on the NVIDIA Turing architecture. This unit is configured with 16GB of memory and a 1TB NVMe SSD.

Audio comes from stereo speakers with Waves MaxxAudio and Acer TrueHarmony. The keyboard has a red backlight, a number pad, and highlighted WASD and arrow keys. Key travel is 1.6mm. A dedicated NitroSense Key gives quick access to commands.

This is a computer with upgraded configurations. The manufacturer box was opened to test and inspect it and to install the upgrades.

Series

Acer Nitro 5

Form factor

Notebook

Operating system

Windows 10 Pro

Display

15.6" FHD (1920 x 1080), IPS, 144Hz refresh rate

Webcam

720p with SHDR

Processor