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Acer Nitro 16 AN16-42-R03C
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Main specs
| Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS 3,8GHz |
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| Screen | 16" 1920x1200 IPS 180Hz |
| Hard drive | 512GB SSD |
| RAM | 16GB DDR5-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home |
| Graphics card | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 8GB GDDR6 |
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Full specifications of Acer Nitro 16 AN16-42-R03C
| Reference / Part Number | NH.QPKEH.003 |
|---|---|
| Release date | October 2024, 2 years ago |
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
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| Product colour | Black |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Colour name | Obsidian Black |
| Market positioning | Gaming |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 40,6 cm |
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| Display resolution | 1920 x 1200 pixels |
| Touchscreen | No |
| HD type | WUXGA |
| Panel type | IPS |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:10 |
| Display diagonal (metric) | 40,6 cm |
| Maximum refresh rate | 180 Hz |
Processor
| Processor family | AMD Ryzen™ 7 |
|---|---|
| Processor manufacturer | AMD |
| Processor model | 8845HS |
| Processor frequency | 3,8 GHz |
| Processor cores | 8 |
| Processor threads | 16 |
| Processor boost frequency | 5,1 GHz |
| Processor cache | 16 MB |
| Processor cache type | L3 |
Memory
| Internal memory | 16 GB |
|---|---|
| Maximum internal memory | 32 GB |
| Internal memory type | DDR5-SDRAM |
| Memory clock speed | 5600 MHz |
| Memory form factor | SO-DIMM |
| Memory slots | 2x SO-DIMM |
Storage
| Total storage capacity | 512 GB |
|---|---|
| Storage media | SSD |
| Optical drive type | No |
| Total SSDs capacity | 512 GB |
| Number of SSDs installed | 1 |
| SSD capacity | 512 GB |
| SSD interface | PCI Express |
| NVMe | Yes |
| Self-Encrypting Drive (SED) | Yes |
| Card reader integrated | Yes |
Graphics
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
|---|---|
| Discrete graphics card | Yes |
| Discrete graphics card model | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 |
| On-board graphics card model | AMD Radeon 780M |
| Discrete graphics card memory | 8 GB |
| Discrete graphics memory type | GDDR6 |
Audio
| Audio system | DTS:X Ultra |
|---|---|
| Number of built-in speakers | 2 |
| Built-in microphone | Yes |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
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Network
| Mobile network connection | No |
|---|---|
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) |
| Wi-Fi standards | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) |
| Antenna type | 2x2 |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 10,100,1000,2500 Mbit/s |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 5.3 |
Ports & interfaces
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 1 |
|---|---|
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 0 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C ports quantity | 0 |
| HDMI ports quantity | 1 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity | 2 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-C ports quantity | 1 |
| USB4 Gen 3x2 ports quantity | 1 |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
| HDMI version | 2.1 |
| Headphone outputs | 1 |
| Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
| USB Type-C DisplayPort Alternate Mode | Yes |
Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | Yes |
|---|---|
| Pointing device | Touchpad |
| Keyboard backlit | Yes |
| Keyboard backlit zone | 4-zone RGB |
| Keyboard layout | AZERTY |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 11 Home |
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Battery
| Battery capacity | 90 Wh |
|---|---|
| Battery technology | Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) |
| Battery life (max) | 9 h |
Power
| AC adapter power | 230 W |
|---|---|
| DC-in jack | Yes |
| USB Power Delivery (USB PD) | Yes |
Security
| Cable lock slot | Yes |
|---|---|
| Cable lock slot type | Kensington |
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 2,65 kg |
|---|---|
| Width | 360,1 mm |
| Depth | 279,9 mm |
| Height | 27,9 mm |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Acer Nitro 16 AN16-42-R03C good for gaming?
You can game on it, though this laptop was not built for it: it carries the dedicated NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
How long does the battery of the Acer Nitro 16 AN16-42-R03C last?
The manufacturer declares up to 9 h of battery life. Real duration depends on brightness, workload and battery health.
What is the screen of the Acer Nitro 16 AN16-42-R03C like?
It carries a 16" 1920x1200 IPS 180Hz display.
Which processor and graphics card does the Acer Nitro 16 AN16-42-R03C have?
It runs on the AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS processor with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Can the RAM of the Acer Nitro 16 AN16-42-R03C be upgraded?
Yes: it has 2 memory slots and takes up to 32 GB according to the manufacturer (it ships with 16GB).
Which operating system does the Acer Nitro 16 AN16-42-R03C come with?
It comes with Windows 11 Home preinstalled.
Which ports does the Acer Nitro 16 AN16-42-R03C have?
According to its spec sheet: 1 × USB-C, 2 × USB-A, 1 × HDMI, Ethernet (RJ-45), card reader, headphone jack (3.5 mm).
Does the Acer Nitro 16 AN16-42-R03C have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the Acer Nitro 16 AN16-42-R03C have a touch screen?
No, according to its spec sheet the screen is not a touch screen.
How much does the Acer Nitro 16 AN16-42-R03C weigh?
It weighs 2,65 kg: one of the heavy ones, more of a desk machine than a daily commuter.
When was the Acer Nitro 16 AN16-42-R03C released?
Its release date is October 2024, 2 years ago.