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Acer Nitro 5 AN515-42-R12A
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Main specs
| Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 2700U 2,2GHz |
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| Screen | 15.6" 1920x1080 IPS |
| Hard drive | 1,12TB HDD+SSD |
| RAM | 16GB DDR4-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 10 Home |
| Graphics card | AMD Radeon RX 560X 4GB GDDR5 |
| Other | Keyboard Italian. |
Full specifications of Acer Nitro 5 AN515-42-R12A
| Reference / Part Number | NH.Q3RET.006 |
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| Release date | November 2018, 7 years ago |
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
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| Product color | Black,Red |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Market positioning | Gaming |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 15.6 " (39,6 cm) |
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| Display resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Touchscreen | No |
| Panel type | IPS |
| HD type | Full HD |
| Aspect ratio | 16:9 |
| LED backlight | Yes |
| Pantalla dual | No |
Processor
| Processor family | AMD Ryzen 7 |
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| Processor manufacturer | AMD |
| Processor model | 2700U |
| Processor frequency | 2,2 GHz |
| Processor cores | 4 |
| Processor boost frequency | 3,8 GHz |
| Processor threads | 8 |
| Processor cache | 4 MB |
| Processor cache type | L3 |
Memory
| Internal memory | 16 GB |
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| Internal memory type | DDR4-SDRAM |
| Maximum internal memory | 32 GB |
| Memory slots | 2x SO-DIMM |
Storage
| Total storage capacity | 1128 GB |
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| Storage media | HDD+SSD |
| Optical drive type | No |
| Card reader integrated | Yes |
| Total HDDs capacity | 1000 GB |
| Number of HDDs installed | 1 |
| HDD capacity | 1000 GB |
| HDD interface | SATA |
| HDD speed | 5400 RPM |
| Total SSDs capacity | 128 GB |
| Number of SSDs installed | 1 |
| SSD capacity | 128 GB |
| SSD interface | Serial ATA III |
| Compatible memory cards | SD,SDXC |
Graphics
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
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| Discrete graphics card | Yes |
| Discrete graphics card model | AMD Radeon RX 560X |
| On-board graphics card model | AMD Radeon RX Vega 10 |
| Discrete graphics card memory | 4 GB |
| Discrete graphics memory type | GDDR5 |
Audio
| Number of built-in speakers | 2 |
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| Built-in microphone | Yes |
| Number of microphones | 2 |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
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| Front camera resolution | 1280 x 720 pixels |
Network
| Bluetooth | Yes |
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| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11a,Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac),802.11b,802.11g,Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 10,100,1000 Mbit/s |
Ports & interfaces
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 2 |
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| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 1 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C ports quantity | 1 |
| HDMI ports quantity | 1 |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
| DVI port | No |
| Headphone outputs | 1 |
| Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | Yes |
|---|---|
| Pointing device | Touchpad |
| Keyboard language | Italian |
| Keyboard backlit | Yes |
| Windows keys | Yes |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 10 Home |
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| Operating system architecture | 64-bit |
Battery
| Battery technology | Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) |
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| Number of battery cells | 4 |
| Battery capacity | 3320 mAh |
Power
| AC adapter power | 135 W |
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| AC adapter frequency | 50/60 Hz |
| AC adapter input voltage | 100 - 240 V |
Security
| Fingerprint reader | No |
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Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 6 lbs (2,7 kg) |
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| Width | 15.4 " (390 mm) |
| Depth | 10.5 " (266 mm) |
| Height | 1.1 " (26,8 mm) |
Packaging content
| Manual | Yes |
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Other features
| AC adapter included | Yes |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Acer Nitro 5 AN515-42-R12A good for gaming?
You can game on it, though this laptop was not built for it: it carries the dedicated AMD Radeon RX 560X. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
What is the screen of the Acer Nitro 5 AN515-42-R12A like?
It carries a 15.6" 1920x1080 IPS display.
Which processor and graphics card does the Acer Nitro 5 AN515-42-R12A have?
It runs on the AMD Ryzen 7 2700U processor with the AMD Radeon RX 560X graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Can the RAM of the Acer Nitro 5 AN515-42-R12A 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 5 AN515-42-R12A come with?
It comes with Windows 10 Home preinstalled.
Which ports does the Acer Nitro 5 AN515-42-R12A have?
According to its spec sheet: 1 × USB-C, 1 × USB-A, 1 × HDMI, Ethernet (RJ-45), card reader, headphone jack (3.5 mm).
Does the Acer Nitro 5 AN515-42-R12A have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the Acer Nitro 5 AN515-42-R12A have a touch screen?
No, according to its spec sheet the screen is not a touch screen.
How much does the Acer Nitro 5 AN515-42-R12A weigh?
It weighs 2,7 kg: one of the heavy ones, more of a desk machine than a daily commuter.
When was the Acer Nitro 5 AN515-42-R12A released?
Its release date is November 2018, 7 years ago.