Acer Nitro 7vsToshiba Portege X30

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

Acer
Acer Nitro 7
Nitro 7

Quick Stats

The Acer Nitro 7 delivers strong performance without compromise, achieving high FPS scores consistently.
The Acer Nitro 7's surprisingly compact design belies its powerful gaming capabilities within a sturdy lightweight build.
The Acer Nitro 7's standout display boasts crisp visuals, good color accuracy, and a smooth 144Hz refresh rate.
The Acer Nitro 7 features an Intel Core i7-9750H chipset and Nvidia's GTX 1660 TI graphics.
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 7
#677
Toshiba Portege X30
Winner
#672
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Acer Nitro 7
#629
Toshiba Portege X30
#598
Winner
Display
Acer Nitro 7
#573
Winner
Toshiba Portege X30
#796
Performance
Acer Nitro 7
#277
Winner
Toshiba Portege X30
#773
Build
Acer Nitro 7
#387
Toshiba Portege X30
#97
Winner
Features
Acer Nitro 7
#671
Toshiba Portege X30
#651
Winner

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Acer Acer Nitro 7
Toshiba Toshiba Portege X30
up to 64GB
up to 16GB
up to 2000GB SSD
up to 1000GB SSD
Intel Core i7-10750H
Intel Core i7-10710U
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti (Laptop)
Intel UHD Graphics

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Acer Nitro 7

Strengths

A relatively slim and light gaming laptop that packs a punch, weighing just 2.5 kilos and measuring only 23 millimeters at its thickest point.
Solid value for money, priced at £1,400.
Strong performance from Intel's Core i7 9750H chipset backed by 8GB of DDR4 RAM, with scores of 4718 in PC Mark 10 and 1903779 in Geekbench.
The GeForce GTX 1660 TI card provides no sweat on the graphics front, complete with 6GB of VRAM onboard.
Strong cooling system, with twin fan systems that keep CPU temperature below 95°C and GPU temperature around 80°C during intense gaming sessions.
Long battery life, despite being a gaming laptop, lasting just under an hour of gaming action on a single charge.
Good connectivity options, including three USB ports, one USB-C port, and an HDMI output.
Nice screen with Full HD resolution, perfectly crisp visuals, and 144Hz refresh rate for smooth gaming performance.

Weaknesses

Not the most portable laptop, despite its slim design, due to a weight of 2.5 kilos.
No DisplayPort available, only HDMI output, which may limit users' display options.
No Ethernet connection available, relying on Wi-Fi for connectivity.
Battery life is not spectacular, lasting just under an hour of gaming action on a single charge.
Limited control over fan speed and temperature through the Acer Nitro Sense app.
No one-touch overclock feature like some other Acer gaming laptops.
Stereo speakers are decent but may not provide the full audio experience for gamers.
The keyboard, while good, has a relatively compact design with a dedicated number pad that may feel cramped to some users.

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.
Read Full Reviews

Acer Nitro 7

The Acer Nitro 7 gaming laptop is often criticized for its bulkiness, but don't let that fool you - this powerhouse packs a punch in a relatively slim and light package. With Intel's Core i7 processor and Nvidia's GeForce GTX 1660 TI card, it can handle demanding games with ease. Measuring just 23mm at its thickest point and weighing 2.5kg, the Nitro 7 is an impressive compromise between portability and performance.

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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