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Acer Nitro 18 AI AMD AN18-61-R968
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Main specs
| Processor | AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 2GHz |
|---|---|
| Screen | 18" 2560x1600 IPS 165Hz |
| Hard drive | 1TB SSD |
| RAM | 32GB DDR5-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home |
| Graphics card | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 8GB GDDR7 |
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Full specifications of Acer Nitro 18 AI AMD AN18-61-R968
Reference / Part Number
NH.QYKEG.004
Release date
October 2025, 9 months ago
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
|---|---|
| Product colour | Black |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Colour name | Obsidian Black |
| Housing material | Aluminium |
| Market positioning | Gaming |
| Certified refurbished | No |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 45,7 cm |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| Display diagonal (metric) | 45,7 cm |
| Maximum refresh rate | 165 Hz |
Processor
| Processor family | AMD Ryzen AI 9 |
|---|---|
| Processor manufacturer | AMD |
| Processor model | 365 |
| Processor frequency | 2 GHz |
| Processor generation | AMD Ryzen AI 300 Series |
| Processor cores | 10 |
| Processor threads | 16 |
| Processor boost frequency | 5 GHz |
| Processor cache type | L2 & L3 |
| L3 cache | 24 MB |
| L2 cache | 10 MB |
Neural processor unit (NPU)
| Copilot+ PC | Yes |
|---|---|
| Neural processor unit (NPU) | AMD Ryzen AI |
| Total processor performance up to | 73 TOPs |
| NPU performance up to | 50 TOPs |
Memory
| Internal memory | 32 GB |
|---|---|
| Maximum internal memory | 32 GB |
| Internal memory type | DDR5-SDRAM |
| Memory form factor | SO-DIMM |
| Memory layout (slots x size) | 2 x 16 GB |
| Memory slots | 2x SO-DIMM |
Storage
| Total storage capacity | 1 TB |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 5070 |
| On-board graphics card model | AMD Radeon 880M |
| Discrete GPU manufacturer | NVIDIA |
| Discrete graphics card memory | 8 GB |
| Discrete graphics memory type | GDDR7 |
| On-board GPU manufacturer | AMD |
| On-board graphics card family | AMD Radeon |
| On-board graphics card 4K support | Yes |
| AMD FreeSync | Yes |
Audio
| Audio system | DTS:X Ultra |
|---|---|
| Number of built-in speakers | 2 |
| Built-in microphone | Yes |
| Number of microphones | 3 |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
|---|---|
| Front camera HD type | Full HD |
Network
| Mobile network connection | No |
|---|---|
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 2500 Mbit/s |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 5.3 |
Ports & interfaces
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 1 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| Charging port type | USB Type-A |
| USB Type-C DisplayPort Alternate Mode | Yes |
| USB Sleep-and-Charge | Yes |
| USB Sleep-and-Charge ports | 1 |
Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | Yes |
|---|---|
| Pointing device | Touchpad |
| Keyboard backlit | Yes |
| Keyboard backlit colour | RGB |
| Keyboard backlit zone | 4-zone RGB |
| Full-size keyboard | Yes |
| Keyboard layout | QWERTZ |
| Keyboard language | German |
| Copilot key | Yes |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 11 Home |
|---|---|
| Operating system architecture | 64-bit |
Battery
| Battery capacity | 90 Wh |
|---|---|
| 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 |
Security
| Cable lock slot | Yes |
|---|---|
| Cable lock slot type | Kensington |
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) | Yes |
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 3,02 kg |
|---|---|
| Width | 400,9 mm |
| Depth | 310,3 mm |
| Height | 25,5 mm |
Packaging data
| Package width | 599 mm |
|---|---|
| Package depth | 82 mm |
| Package height | 376 mm |
| Package weight | 5,18 kg |
Packaging content
| AC adapter included | Yes |
|---|---|
| Cables included | AC |
Other features
| Warranty period | 2 year(s) |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Acer Nitro 18 AI AMD AN18-61-R968 good for gaming?
You can game on it, though this laptop was not built for it: it carries the dedicated NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070. 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-R968 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-R968 like?
It carries a 18" 2560x1600 IPS 165Hz display.
Which processor and graphics card does the Acer Nitro 18 AI AMD AN18-61-R968 have?
It runs on the AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 processor with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Can the RAM of the Acer Nitro 18 AI AMD AN18-61-R968 be upgraded?
It has 2 memory slots, but it already ships with the maximum it takes (32 GB).
Which operating system does the Acer Nitro 18 AI AMD AN18-61-R968 come with?
It comes with Windows 11 Home preinstalled.
Which ports does the Acer Nitro 18 AI AMD AN18-61-R968 have?
According to its spec sheet: 1 × USB-C, 2 × USB-A, 1 × HDMI, Ethernet (RJ-45), card reader.
Does the Acer Nitro 18 AI AMD AN18-61-R968 have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the Acer Nitro 18 AI AMD AN18-61-R968 have a touch screen?
No, according to its spec sheet the screen is not a touch screen.
What material is the Acer Nitro 18 AI AMD AN18-61-R968 made of?
Its housing is made of Aluminium.
How much does the Acer Nitro 18 AI AMD AN18-61-R968 weigh?
It weighs 3,02 kg: one of the heavy ones, more of a desk machine than a daily commuter.
When was the Acer Nitro 18 AI AMD AN18-61-R968 released?
Its release date is October 2025, 9 months ago.