The term budget gaming laptops seemed unreal until the arrival of the Acer Nitro lineup. While powerful and ideal for gamers wanting to play modern games, they were easy on the wallet. The new Acer Nitro 2021 takes this legacy forward. It has stronger internals, better battery life, and design changes that make it different from its predecessor. While it stands out from its competitors, is it the perfect budget gaming laptop? Let’s find out.
The Acer Nitro 5 (AN-515-56) is compact and lighter than its predecessor. It has chamfered edges, protruding lines, and even red vents at the rear to give the device its gaming character. The design isn’t as flashy as most traditional gaming laptops. You won’t stand out like a sore thumb carrying it using in public. The Nitro 5 2021 is available in a Shale Black colour that comes with a matte finish. It looks stealthy but it also keeps fingerprints and smudges away.
The Nitro 5 has plenty of ports. The left has two USB 3.2 ports, a LAN port and a 3.5mm headphone jack, while the right has an USB 3.2 port and a Type-C port that supports charging. The Type-C port can be used for ultra-fast data transfers and connecting external monitors. There is also an HDMI port for connecting a projector. The power cable plugs into the back of the laptop, so there is less clutter on the sides. It not only looks modern but also gives the mouse more space to move about, for a better gaming experience.
The laptop uses the Intel Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650 networking solution, which is great if you are into multi-player gaming. The pre-installed Killer Control Center 2.0 allow gamers to analyse, optimise, and control the laptop’s networking performance. The Nitro 5 (AN-515-56) also has Bluetooth 5.1 for connecting an external keyboard, mouse, and wireless audio devices.
The Nitro 5 2021 is a true powerhouse. Its 4-core Intel Core i5-11300H processor offers speeds up to 4.4 GHz. It also makes the laptop more energy-efficient than its predecessor. The laptop delivers its solid gaming performance with the NVIDIA GeForce 1650 graphics card. You can easily play high-end games such as GTA V, Battlefield 5, Fortnite and even Forza Horizon 4. The laptop houses a 512GB of SSD, so there is enough space for storing your favorite games, and all kinds of data. The Nitro 5 also offers solid multi-tasking performance with its 8GB of RAM.
To keep the internals cool, the Nitro 5 2021 sports Acer’s all-new CoolBoost technology. Its quad exhaust design improves the fan speed by 10 per cent, resulting in better heat dissipation. You can also monitor and manage your system in real-time with the Acer Nitro app. It lets you see your system’s temperature, control fan speeds, and even create a customised power plan. The Acer Nitro 5 also offers great audio output with its pair of 2W speakers. The laptop also supports DTS:X Ultra for delivering 3D spatial sound, allowing you to hear where your opponents are.
The Acer Nitro 5 (AN-515-56) has a 15.6-inch full HD screen. It uses an IPS LED panel that deliver rich colours and good viewing angles. This full HD screen also supports a 144 Hz refresh rate and 3ms response time for a smooth and tear-free gaming experience. This can be very useful, especially while playing competitive multiplayer games. Acer says the screen-to-body ratio is now 80 per cent, with the bezels narrowed to 7.02mm. Its 16:9 screen aspect ratio offers more vertical space for better content viewing experience. Acer says the screen produces up to 300nits of brightness, which is good enough to make text readable outdoors under bright sunlight.
The Nitro 5 2021 also impresses with its 4-zone backlit keyboard. You can sync the keyboard backlighting with games and even set it to your preference using the Acer Nitro app. The keyboard layout is also spacious, with large keys that offer 1.6mm key travel for a quiet and comfortable gaming experience. The WASD and arrow keys are highlighted for easy visibility. The laptop has a large trackpad, so you can easily glide through large video timelines and spreadsheets. It also supports Windows Precision Driver to make multi-tasking easy.
The Acer Nitro 5 redefines the expectations from a mid-range gaming laptop. The laptop’s solid performance and build quality are unmatchable at a relatively low price of Rs. 71,999*. Its higher-end specs also make it ideal for photo and video editors or for someone looking for an everyday powerful computer. You can order the Nitro 5 by visiting www.reliancedigital.in or by visiting your nearest Reliance Digital store.
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