Acer Nitro 5vsToshiba Portege X30

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

Acer
Acer Nitro 5
Nitro 5

Quick Stats

The Acer Nitro 5 delivers decent performance, suitable for 1080p and 1440p gaming, mostly.
The Acer Nitro 5's build is flimsy and cheap, with a plastic body that wobbles easily.
The display is functional but unremarkable, with the 1440p option being a worthwhile upgrade for gamers.
The Acer Nitro 5 features a powerful NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 graphics and up to 32GB RAM.
Toshiba
Toshiba Portege X30
Portege X30

Quick Stats

The Toshiba Portege X30 delivers decent yet inadequate performance for demanding tasks, falling short of newer laptops standards.
The Toshiba Portege X30 boasts a sturdy chassis with solid build quality and sleek lightweight design.
The Toshiba Portege X30's display is a standout feature with vivid colors and minimal glare guaranteed.
The Toshiba Portege X30 features two USBC ports with Thunderbolt functionality for seamless external connectivity.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Acer Nitro 5
#676
Toshiba Portege X30
Winner
#672
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Acer Nitro 5
#627
Toshiba Portege X30
#598
Winner
Display
Acer Nitro 5
#570
Winner
Toshiba Portege X30
#796
Performance
Acer Nitro 5
#483
Winner
Toshiba Portege X30
#773
Build
Acer Nitro 5
#384
Toshiba Portege X30
#97
Winner
Features
Acer Nitro 5
#188
Winner
Toshiba Portege X30
#651

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Acer Acer Nitro 5
Toshiba Toshiba Portege X30
up to 64GB
up to 16GB
up to 2000GB SSD + up to 2000GB HDD
up to 1000GB SSD
Intel Core i5-10300H
Intel Core i7-10710U
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 (Laptop, 95W)
Intel UHD Graphics
2x 2280 M.2 NVMe slots See photo
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Acer Nitro 5

Strengths

The MUX switch, higher GPU power limits, and dual channel RAM give a decent FPS boost compared to last year's Nitro 5 with same RTX 3060 graphics.
This year's version also adds Type-C charging and more performance with Intel's 12th gen CPUs.
It has a decent battery life, especially if you get the Ryzen 6000 configuration.
The Nitro 5 is one of the only options left giving you a 2.5 inch drive bay gaming laptop.
The keyboard shortcuts for volume and key brightness work, and the default red keyboard lighting can't be changed.
Linux support was tested with an Ubuntu 22.04 live CD and worked, except for the camera recognition.
A decent FPS boost compared to last year's Nitro 5 makes it a good option if you're looking for an upgrade.

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

Toshiba Portege X30

Strengths

The weight is a very light weight just above 1 kilogram, making it easy to carry around.
The high quality screen is color accurate and non-reflective, with touch screen functionality.
The sound quality is surprisingly good for such a lightweight laptop, beating some newer laptops in 2024.
Buying a used device like this Toshiba Portege X30 is environmentally friendly and sustainable.

Weaknesses

The battery life may not be sufficient for everyone, lasting around 3-4 hours with 50% capacity left.
The SSD drive has SATA III specifications, which may be outdated for a high-end business laptop like this one.
The CPU inside the laptop (7th generation Core i5) is not compatible with Windows 11, requiring manual installation and no feature updates.
The price of around £155 when purchased in 2022 may seem low considering the device's specifications.
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Acer Nitro 5

The Acer Nitro 5 is a gaming laptop that promises a boost in performance with its latest updates. Equipped with Intel's 12th gen CPUs and NVIDIA's RTX graphics, this device aims to deliver improved frame rates and smoother gameplay. However, the older 1080p screen and loud fans may be drawbacks for some users. Priced similarly to Acer's Helios 300, the Nitro 5 faces stiff competition in the gaming laptop market. Can it stand out with its enhanced features and affordable price?

Toshiba Portege X30

The Toshiba Portege X30d is a lightweight laptop that packs a punch despite its compact design. Weighing in at just over 1 kilogram, this device is perfect for students and professionals on-the-go. The 13.3-inch display boasts a high-quality screen with accurate color representation and a non-reflective touch surface. With a robust sound system and Thunderbolt functionality, this laptop is more than capable of handling everyday tasks. But how does it perform in terms of processing power and graphics?

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