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Acer AN515-55-53E5 Nitro 5 i5 RTX 3050 Gaming Laptop
A 144Hz gaming laptop pairing a 10th-gen Intel i5 with an RTX 3050 GPU for smooth, entry-level 1080p gaming.
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Overview
Experience Immersive Gaming with Speed and Power
The 2021 Acer Nitro 5 is engineered for smooth, responsive gameplay. Featuring a high refresh rate display, powerful processor, and dedicated graphics, this laptop delivers an immersive gaming experience.
Specifications:
- Memory: 16GB DDR4 3200MHz Memory
- Storage: 512GB Solid State Drive (SSD)
- Processor: Intel Core i5 Quad-core Processor i5-10300H, Base Clock 2.5Ghz, Max Boost Clock 4.5Ghz, 8 MB Cache
- Display: 15.6" Full HD 1920 x 1080 Widescreen LED-backlit IPS Display, 144Hz refresh rate, 16:9 aspect ratio
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 GPU with 4GB of dedicated GDDR6 VRAM
- Operating System: Windows 10 Home
- Ethernet: Killer Ethernet E2600
- Bluetooth: Bluetooth 5.0
- WLAN Connectivity: 802.11ax
- Audio: Dual front-facing stereo speakers with dual digital microphones
- Keyboard: Full-size Island-style Red Backlit Keyboard with Numeric Keypad
- Webcam: Built-in HD Webcam
- Ports: USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1, USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Power-off Charging), HDMI 2.0 with HDCP support, Headphone/Speaker/Line-out Jack, Ethernet (RJ-45), DC-in for AC adapter
- Battery: Upto 6 Hours Battery Life
- Color: Black
- Dimensions (L x W x H): 14.31 X 10.04 X 0.94 inches
- Weight: 5.07lb
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- 144Hz IPS display provides smooth visuals and good color accuracy for a gaming laptop at this price
- RTX 3050 GPU enables hardware ray tracing and DLSS for improved performance in supported titles
- 16GB of DDR4 3200MHz RAM handles gaming and multitasking without immediate upgrade pressure
- Killer Ethernet E2600 offers prioritized, low-latency wired network connections for online gaming
- Full-size backlit keyboard with numeric keypad
👎 Cons
- RTX 3050 with only 4GB VRAM struggles with ray tracing at native 1080p in demanding titles
- 10th-gen i5-10300H processor is a generation behind, leaving some performance on the table versus 11th-gen equivalents
- 512GB SSD fills up quickly with modern game installs — an external or additional drive may be needed
- Battery life of up to 6 hours under general use drops significantly during gaming sessions
- At 5.07 lbs, it is heavier than ultrabook-class laptops and less convenient for daily carry
Frequently Asked Questions
What GPU does this laptop use and how much VRAM does it have?
It uses an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 with 4GB of dedicated GDDR6 VRAM, supporting ray tracing and DLSS in compatible games.
What is the display refresh rate?
The 15.6-inch IPS display runs at 144Hz, which delivers noticeably smoother motion in fast-paced games compared to a standard 60Hz panel.
Can the RAM or storage be upgraded?
The laptop ships with 16GB of DDR4 and a 512GB SSD. Upgrade options depend on the internal slot configuration — consult Acer's service manual for your specific model revision.
Does this laptop support USB-C video output or charging?
It has a USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C port. However, charging is handled via a dedicated DC-in barrel connector, not USB-C.
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