Acer Nitro 17vsAORUS 15P

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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.
AORUS
AORUS 15P
15P

Quick Stats

The AORUS 15P delivers exceptional performance for its price point, handling demanding games at high settings effortlessly.
The AORUS 15P boasts robust and solid build quality with a premium feel despite being affordable.
The AORUS 15P boasts an impressive display with a 144Hz refresh rate and 100% sRGB coverage.
The AORUS 15P offers exceptional value with its impressive display, full-size keyboard, and upgradable components features prominently.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Acer Nitro 17
Winner
#437
AORUS 15P
#440
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Acer Nitro 17
#147
Winner
AORUS 15P
#263
Display
Acer Nitro 17
#575
Winner
AORUS 15P
#595
Performance
Acer Nitro 17
#178
Winner
AORUS 15P
#184
Build
Acer Nitro 17
#406
Winner
AORUS 15P
#439
Features
Acer Nitro 17
#199
Winner
AORUS 15P
#217

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Acer Acer Nitro 17
AORUS AORUS 15P
up to 32GB
up to 64GB
up to 2000GB SSD
up to 16000GB SSD
Intel Core i7-13700HX
Intel Core i7-11800H
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 (Laptop, 140W)
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 (Laptop, 130W)
2x 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 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

AORUS 15P

Strengths

The best value, best bang for buck, and best no-nonsense gaming laptop in my opinion.
Has a great display with low response time, super buttery feeling, and high brightness (326 nits).
CPU can run at almost 4 gigahertz in CPU-intensive games like Battlefield.
Build quality is solid and robust, with no hotspots or noise issues.

Weaknesses

Keyboard trackpad could be better, especially in low-light conditions where secondary keys are hard to see.
Limited upgradability options for the GPU (only standard options available).
Speakers are middle of the road and not particularly remarkable.
Fan can get loud when under heavy load, but is still quieter than many other gaming laptops.
Read Full Reviews

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.

AORUS 15P

The AORUS 15P is a no-frills gaming laptop that delivers exceptional performance without breaking the bank. Boasting a robust build quality, impressive display, and potent specs, this laptop checks all the right boxes for gamers seeking a reliable and efficient machine. With its powerful RTX 2070 graphics and Intel Core i7 processor, it's an ideal choice for those who want a solid gaming experience without unnecessary bells and whistles.

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