Acer Nitro 14vsAcer Nitro 17

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Acer
Acer Nitro 14
Nitro 14

Quick Stats

The Acer Nitro 14 delivers impressive performance with its powerful Ryzen 7 CPU and RTX 4060 GPU combination effectively.
The Acer Nitro 14's mixed bag build prioritizes affordability over premium feel and robust design quality.
The display is subpar and not ideal for outdoor use or those requiring super-brightness.
The Acer Nitro 14 features a powerful RTX 4060 GPU and Ryzen 7 CPU for solid performance.
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 Nitro 14
Winner
#434
Acer Nitro 17
#437
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Acer Nitro 14
#255
Acer Nitro 17
#147
Winner
Display
Acer Nitro 14
#346
Winner
Acer Nitro 17
#575
Performance
Acer Nitro 14
#368
Acer Nitro 17
#178
Winner
Build
Acer Nitro 14
#378
Winner
Acer Nitro 17
#406
Features
Acer Nitro 14
#186
Winner
Acer Nitro 17
#199

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Acer Acer Nitro 14
Acer Acer Nitro 17
up to 32GB
up to 32GB
up to 1000GB SSD
up to 2000GB SSD
AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS
Intel Core i7-13700HX
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 (Laptop, 110W)
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 (Laptop, 140W)
1x 2280 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 See photo
2x 2280 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 See photo

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Acer Nitro 14

Strengths

Good performance for its price with an RTX 4060 GPU
Good cooling solution with high CPU temps never passing 80°C
Decent battery life with up to 8 hours and 10 minutes of runtime
Good keyboard experience despite being a bit mushy
Competitive pricing at $12.99, making it a good value for its price

Weaknesses

Cut corners on display brightness, which is below average
Fan noise can get loud when in turbo mode
No ports on the back, making cable management tricky
Plastic lid and deck feel less premium than other laptops
720p webcam and speakers that don't sound great

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 Nitro 14

The Acer Nitro 14 is a budget-friendly gaming laptop that's sure to pique the interest of those looking for a solid RTX 4060 experience without breaking the bank. Priced at $12.99, it's a steal when compared to other 14-inch gaming laptops on the market. While it may not have all the bells and whistles of its more expensive counterparts, this laptop gets the fundamentals right: good performance, cooling, battery life, and a great price.

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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