Acer Nitro 14vsSamsung Galaxy Book Odyssey

We compare these two popular phones to help you decide which one fits your needs and budget better.

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.
Samsung
Samsung Galaxy Book Odyssey
Galaxy Book Odyssey

Quick Stats

The Samsung Galaxy Book Odyssey delivers adequate compute performance, handling demanding tasks with relative ease.
The Samsung Galaxy Book Odyssey boasts an impressive build quality with a sturdy metal body.
The display is decent but lacks sharpness and color accuracy, making it subpar for professionals.
The Samsung Galaxy Book Odyssey offers a compelling set of features, including Intel Core i7 processor.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Acer Nitro 14
#434
Samsung Galaxy Book Odyssey
Winner
#430
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Acer Nitro 14
#255
Winner
Samsung Galaxy Book Odyssey
#595
Display
Acer Nitro 14
#346
Winner
Samsung Galaxy Book Odyssey
#547
Performance
Acer Nitro 14
#368
Winner
Samsung Galaxy Book Odyssey
#458
Build
Acer Nitro 14
#378
Winner
Samsung Galaxy Book Odyssey
#864
Features
Acer Nitro 14
#186
Samsung Galaxy Book Odyssey
#161
Winner

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Acer Acer Nitro 14
Samsung Samsung Galaxy Book Odyssey
up to 32GB
up to 40GB
up to 1000GB SSD
up to 4000GB SSD
AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS
Intel Core i7-1165G7
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 (Laptop, 110W)
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti (Laptop)
1x 2280 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 See photo
N/A

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

Samsung Galaxy Book Odyssey

Strengths

It's a pretty good option from Samsung, especially if you're invested in the Samsung ecosystem
The laptop ties in beautifully into that ecosystem, offering things like Wireless file share, automatic Cloud backups, and access to your phone straight from your laptop
The content creation capabilities are plenty capable, able to edit 4K video or high resolution photos easily
1080p gaming on the galaxy book Odyssey is going to be just fine

Weaknesses

The display is not color accurate and may require calibration, which can be an issue for content creators
There is a lack of Thunderbolt 4, Thunderbolt 3, or USBC ports, limiting expandability options like egpu or a better display
The micro SD card slot is less convenient than a regular SD card slot, and the laptop cannot do any expansion with it
The 1080p panel may cause issues with editing resolutions higher than 1080p for video or high resolution photos, leading to oversharpening of content
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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.

Samsung Galaxy Book Odyssey

The Samsung Galaxy Book Odyssey is a promising laptop that blends work and play capabilities with ease. Its sleek design and powerful performance make it an attractive option for those seeking a reliable computing experience. With its robust specs, including a quad-core processor and ample storage, this laptop is well-suited for demanding tasks like video editing and gaming. However, its limitations in display accuracy and port selection may be deal-breakers for some users.

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