Acer Chromebook 516 GEvsAcer Nitro 17

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Acer
Acer Chromebook 516 GE
Chromebook 516 GE

Quick Stats

The Acer Chromebook 516 GE offers exceptional performance, ideal for cloud gaming and everyday tasks seamlessly.
The Acer Chromebook 516 GE boasts an impressive, rigid yet lightweight aluminum chassis for its size.
The Acer Chromebook 516 GE's stunning Quad HD display is a standout feature with excellent brightness and refresh rate.
The Acer Chromebook 516 GE has impressive features for gaming and productivity with a fast processor and display.
Acer
Acer Nitro 17
Nitro 17

Quick Stats

The Acer Nitro 17's performance is a letdown despite its impressive specs and powerful hardware capabilities.
The Acer Nitro 17's build quality is mediocre due to flimsy chassis and poorly applied logo design.
The Acer Nitro 17's display boasts sharpness, smoothness, and excellent color accuracy with a high refresh rate.
The Acer Nitro 17 features a 2K 165Hz display, ideal for gaming and graphic design needs.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Acer Chromebook 516 GE
Winner
#436
Acer Nitro 17
#437
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Acer Chromebook 516 GE
#259
Acer Nitro 17
#147
Winner
Display
Acer Chromebook 516 GE
#166
Winner
Acer Nitro 17
#575
Performance
Acer Chromebook 516 GE
#485
Acer Nitro 17
#178
Winner
Build
Acer Chromebook 516 GE
#399
Winner
Acer Nitro 17
#406
Features
Acer Chromebook 516 GE
#195
Winner
Acer Nitro 17
#199

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Acer Acer Chromebook 516 GE
Acer Acer Nitro 17
up to 16GB
up to 32GB
up to 4000GB SSD
up to 2000GB SSD
Intel Core i7-1260P
Intel Core i7-13700HX
Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (96EU)
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 (Laptop, 140W)
N/A
2x 2280 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 See photo

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Acer Chromebook 516 GE

Strengths

This Chromebook gets so much right and it's such an absolute Delight to use that even if you've not been into bigger Chromebooks before or you don't consider yourself a gamer, this device still has a whole lot to offer.
The internal display held up pretty well getting me through a full day of work with around seven to eight hours of screen on use
It's no surprise that I've not had any issues from a performance standpoint in this processor and GPU should fare quite well when Steam games do show up in the next few months as well
I'm satisfied with the battery life and can confidently get these numbers even with the brightness of the screen pushed up to like 65-70 percent now
This isn't just another Chromebook and to see it arrive at this sort of price point is a little crazy, I'm sure there are going to be sales on it down the road or whatever but I don't need to see it reduced one bit to recommend it right now

Weaknesses

For one, I'd love to see one more USB type A port as a gaming focused device
I really like having touch input on the screen and the lack of it has been a little bit of a bummer
The backlighting on the keyboard is a bit too dim for my liking
I'd really like to see a fingerprint scanner on this Chromebook once we get over 600 bucks I think this should be just a standard option

Acer Nitro 17

Strengths

The Acer Nitro 17 has a solid feel with sharp lines, four Zone RGB LED lines on the keyboard system, and a rough gaming design that's reminiscent of the old days.
The device has a unique way of operating, but it helps to understand how it controls its performance
The CPU is an i7-13700H which is not too different from the i712700h
The RTX 4060 GPU is better than last year's 3060 and can usually push up to 120 and 130 FPS at 2K and high settings in games like Halo
The laptop surface stays cool even during gaming sessions, with temperatures around 70 degrees Celsius for the CPU
The screen has a 2K and 165 Hertz display that's both sharp and smooth, making it great for playing AAA games without needing an external monitor
The device can push CSGO over 300 and 400 FPS, as well as many other games at 2K resolutions

Weaknesses

The performance of the device is only on paper, and in reality, the CPU and GPU almost never reached their maximum power
The laptop's build quality is only decent in its segment, with a poorly applied logo that peels off easily
The chassis still makes a glossy plastic finish, which can be unstable in terms of build quality
The device's performance was lower than expected during gaming sessions, with FPS dropping to around 80-90 compared to other laptops with the same RTX 4060
It's unclear why Acer increased the power supply for the RTX 4060 to 140 Watts when in reality it never achieved the performance even in Turbo mode
The device's cooling system is excellent, but it can be misleading as it may be due to power limitation rather than actual cooling
Some of the design elements, such as the logo and chassis finish, are not well-made and can be distracting
Read Full Reviews

Acer Chromebook 516 GE

The Acer Chromebook 516 GE is a powerhouse of a device that surpasses expectations. While marketed as a cloud gaming Chromebook, it excels in every area, making it an ideal work and entertainment companion. Equipped with a 12th gen Intel Core i5 processor, 8GB RAM, and a stunning 120Hz Quad HD display, this Chromebook delivers lightning-fast performance and silky-smooth visuals. Its impressive feature set and attractive design make it hard to resist, especially at its affordable price point of $649.

Acer Nitro 17

The Acer Nitro 17 is the bigger, stronger version of the Nitro 5, boasting a Core i7-13700H and an RTX 4060 GPU. While I was excited to see the device's full potential, my experience was underwhelming. The laptop's design, with its sharp lines and RGB LED keyboard, has a solid feel but is marred by poor build quality. I'll delve into the performance aspects in this review, highlighting the strengths and weaknesses of the Acer Nitro 17.

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