Acer Nitro 18 AI AMD (AN18-61-R8X3)
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Main specs
| Processor | AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 2GHz |
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| Screen | 18" 2560x1600 IPS 165Hz |
| Hard drive | 1TB SSD M.2 |
| RAM | 16GB DDR5-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home |
| Graphics card | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 8GB GDDR7 |
| Other | Keyboard US International. |
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Full specifications of Acer Nitro 18 AI AMD (AN18-61-R8X3)
| Reference / Part Number | NH.QY6EG.008 |
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| Release date | February 2026, 6 months 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 | 45,7 cm |
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| Display resolution | 2560 x 1600 pixels |
| Touchscreen | No |
| HD type | WQXGA |
| Panel type | IPS |
| Display technology marketing name | ComfyView |
| LED backlight | Yes |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:10 |
| Display surface | Matt |
| Maximum refresh rate | 165 Hz |
Processor
| Processor family | AMD Ryzen™ AI 7 |
|---|---|
| Processor manufacturer | AMD |
| Processor model | 350 |
| Processor frequency | 2 GHz |
| Processor generation | AMD Ryzen AI 300 Series |
| Processor cores | 8 |
| Processor threads | 16 |
| Processor boost frequency | 5 GHz |
| L3 cache | 16 MB |
| L2 cache | 8 MB |
Neural processor unit (NPU)
| Copilot+ PC | Yes |
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| Neural processor unit (NPU) | AMD Ryzen AI |
| Total processor performance up to | 66 TOPs |
| NPU performance up to | 50 TOPs |
Memory
| Internal memory | 16 GB |
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| Maximum internal memory | 32 GB |
| Internal memory type | DDR5-SDRAM |
| Memory form factor | SO-DIMM |
| Memory slots | 2x SO-DIMM |
Storage
| Total storage capacity | 1 TB |
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| Storage media | SSD |
| Optical drive type | No |
| Total SSDs capacity | 1 TB |
| Number of SSDs installed | 1 |
| SSD capacity | 1 TB |
| SSD interface | PCI Express 4.0 |
| NVMe | Yes |
| SSD form factor | M.2 |
| Card reader integrated | Yes |
| Compatible memory cards | MicroSD (TransFlash) |
Graphics
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
|---|---|
| Discrete graphics card | Yes |
| Discrete graphics card model | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU |
| On-board graphics card model | AMD Radeon 860M |
| Discrete GPU manufacturer | NVIDIA |
| Discrete graphics card memory | 8 GB |
| Discrete graphics memory type | GDDR7 |
Audio
| Audio system | DTS:X Ultra |
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| Number of built-in speakers | 2 |
| Built-in microphone | Yes |
| Number of microphones | 3 |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
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| Front camera resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Front camera HD type | Full HD |
| Infrared (IR) camera | Yes |
Network
| Mobile network connection | No |
|---|---|
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) |
| Wi-Fi standards | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac),802.11b,802.11g,Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n),Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) |
| Antenna type | 2x2 |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 10,100,1000 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 2x2 ports quantity | 1 |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 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 colour | RGB |
| Keyboard backlit zone | 4-zone RGB |
| Keyboard language | US International |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 11 Home |
|---|---|
| Operating system architecture | 64-bit |
Battery
| Battery capacity | 90 Wh |
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| Battery technology | Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) |
| Number of battery cells | 4 |
| Battery life (max) | 8 h |
Power
| USB Type-C charging port | Yes |
|---|---|
| AC adapter power | 230 W |
| USB Power Delivery (USB PD) | Yes |
Security
| Cable lock slot | Yes |
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| Cable lock slot type | Kensington |
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) | Yes |
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 1,68 kg |
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| Width | 400,9 mm |
| Depth | 310,3 mm |
| Height | 25,5 mm |
Packaging data
| Package width | 599 mm |
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| Package depth | 376 mm |
| Package height | 82 mm |
| Package weight | 5,18 kg |
Packaging content
| AC adapter included | Yes |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Acer Nitro 18 AI AMD (AN18-61-R8X3) good for gaming?
You can game on it, though this laptop was not built for it: it carries the dedicated NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
How long does the battery of the Acer Nitro 18 AI AMD (AN18-61-R8X3) last?
The manufacturer declares up to 8 h of battery life. Real duration depends on brightness, workload and battery health.
What is the screen of the Acer Nitro 18 AI AMD (AN18-61-R8X3) like?
It carries a 18" 2560x1600 IPS 165Hz display.
Which processor and graphics card does the Acer Nitro 18 AI AMD (AN18-61-R8X3) have?
It runs on the AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 processor with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Can the RAM of the Acer Nitro 18 AI AMD (AN18-61-R8X3) 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 18 AI AMD (AN18-61-R8X3) come with?
It comes with Windows 11 Home preinstalled.
Which ports does the Acer Nitro 18 AI AMD (AN18-61-R8X3) 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 18 AI AMD (AN18-61-R8X3) have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the Acer Nitro 18 AI AMD (AN18-61-R8X3) have a touch screen?
No, according to its spec sheet the screen is not a touch screen.
How much does the Acer Nitro 18 AI AMD (AN18-61-R8X3) weigh?
It weighs 1,68 kg, a normal weight for its size: easy enough to move around.
When was the Acer Nitro 18 AI AMD (AN18-61-R8X3) released?
Its release date is February 2026, 6 months ago.