Alienware m15 R7vsAcer Nitro 17

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Alienware
Alienware m15 R7
m15 R7

Quick Stats

The Alienware M15 R7 delivers exceptional performance with Intel's i7-12700H CPU and RTX 3070 Ti GPU capabilities.
The Alienware M15 R7's build boasts an attractive design language with a sophisticated and durable dark chassis.
The Alienware M15 R7's standout feature is its exceptional display with impressive 360Hz refresh rate capabilities overall.
The Alienware M15 R7 features Intel's powerful 12th gen processors and a top-tier 3070 Ti GPU.
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
Alienware m15 R7
#438
Acer Nitro 17
Winner
#437
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Alienware m15 R7
#11
Winner
Acer Nitro 17
#147
Display
Alienware m15 R7
#580
Acer Nitro 17
#575
Winner
Performance
Alienware m15 R7
#284
Acer Nitro 17
#178
Winner
Build
Alienware m15 R7
#414
Acer Nitro 17
#406
Winner
Features
Alienware m15 R7
#203
Acer Nitro 17
#199
Winner

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Alienware Alienware m15 R7
Acer Acer Nitro 17
up to 32GB
up to 32GB
up to 2000GB SSD
up to 2000GB SSD
Intel Core i7-12700H
Intel Core i7-13700HX
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti (Laptop, 95W)
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 (Laptop, 140W)
N/A
2x 2280 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 See photo

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Alienware m15 R7

Strengths

The Alienware M15 R7 features Intel's latest 12th gen processors, which provide excellent performance.
It has 64 gigs of 4800 megahertz DDR5 RAM, a powerful combination for gaming and heavy workloads.
The laptop's 3070 TI GPU provides excellent scores in benchmarking tests like 3D Mark Time Spy and Fire Strike Extreme.
The keyboard is RGB backlit with variable brightness and has a comfortable 1.8mm key travel, making it ideal for gaming or typing.
The laptop features stereo speakers that work well for calls and occasional YouTube videos, although they lack bass in gaming scenarios.
The Alien Command Center provides numerous settings for performance and power consumption, as well as overclocking options.

Weaknesses

The laptop's body is very dark but not quite black, which may not appeal to those who prefer a more classic look.
The keyboard's RGB backlight can be distracting in bright environments, although it can be turned off or adjusted for brightness.
The trackpad appears small compared to other laptops, although it tracked gestures accurately in Windows 11.
The webcam is only 720p resolution and may not be ideal for video conferencing or streaming due to its subpar quality.
Thermal throttling occurs when the CPU reaches high temperatures during stress tests, potentially affecting performance in heavy workloads.
The underside of the laptop gets too hot to use on a lap and the area above the keyboard is also quite warm.

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

Alienware m15 R7

The Alienware M15 R7 offers an impressive array of specs, including Intel's latest 12th gen processors, 64GB of DDR5 RAM, and a 3070 Ti GPU with a 140W TDP. This laptop also features a 360Hz 1080p monitor, making it a formidable gaming machine. We take a closer look at what this laptop has to offer, from its sleek design to its impressive performance capabilities.

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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