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Acer Nitro 5 AN515-42-R4QR
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Main specs
| Processor | AMD Ryzen 5 2500U 2GHz |
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| Screen | 15.6" 1920x1080 IPS |
| Hard drive | 1,25TB HDD+SSD |
| RAM | 16GB DDR4-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 10 Home |
| Graphics card | AMD Radeon RX 560X 4GB GDDR5 |
| Other | Keyboard English. |
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Full specifications of Acer Nitro 5 AN515-42-R4QR
| Reference / Part Number | NH.Q3REH.011 |
|---|---|
| Release date | October 2018, 8 years ago |
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
|---|---|
| Product colour | Black |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Market positioning | Gaming |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 39,6 cm |
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| Display resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Touchscreen | No |
| HD type | Full HD |
| Panel type | IPS |
| LED backlight | Yes |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 |
| Dual-screen | No |
Processor
| Processor family | AMD Ryzen™ 5 |
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| Processor manufacturer | AMD |
| Processor model | 2500U |
| Processor frequency | 2 GHz |
| Processor boost frequency | 3,6 GHz |
| Processor cores | 4 |
| Processor threads | 8 |
| Processor cache | 4 MB |
| Processor cache type | L3 |
Memory
| Internal memory | 16 GB |
|---|---|
| Maximum internal memory | 32 GB |
| Internal memory type | DDR4-SDRAM |
| Memory form factor | SO-DIMM |
| Memory slots | 2x SO-DIMM |
Storage
| Total storage capacity | 1256 GB |
|---|---|
| Storage media | HDD+SSD |
| Optical drive type | No |
| Number of HDDs installed | 1 |
| HDD capacity | 1000 GB |
| Number of SSDs installed | 1 |
| SSD capacity | 256 GB |
| Card reader integrated | Yes |
| Compatible memory cards | SD,SDXC |
Graphics
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
|---|---|
| Discrete graphics card | Yes |
| Discrete graphics card model | AMD Radeon RX 560X |
| On-board graphics card model | AMD Radeon Vega 8 |
| Discrete graphics card memory | 4 GB |
| Discrete graphics memory type | GDDR5 |
Audio
| Audio system | Dolby Audio Premium |
|---|---|
| Number of built-in speakers | 2 |
| Built-in microphone | Yes |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
|---|---|
| Front camera signal format | 720p |
| Front camera HD type | HD |
Network
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
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| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Wi-Fi standards | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac),802.11b,802.11g,Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) |
| Antenna type | 2x2 |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 10,100,1000 Mbit/s |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
Ports & interfaces
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 2 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| Charging port type | DC-in jack |
Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | Yes |
|---|---|
| Pointing device | Touchpad |
| Keyboard layout | QWERTY |
| Keyboard language | English |
| Keyboard backlit | Yes |
| Windows keys | Yes |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 10 Home |
|---|---|
| Operating system architecture | 64-bit |
Battery
| Battery technology | Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) |
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| Number of battery cells | 4 |
| Battery capacity | 3220 mAh |
| Battery life (max) | 5 h |
Power
| AC adapter power | 135 W |
|---|---|
| AC adapter frequency | 50/60 Hz |
| AC adapter input voltage | 100 - 240 V |
Security
| Cable lock slot | Yes |
|---|---|
| Cable lock slot type | Kensington |
| Password protection | Yes |
| Password protection type | BIOS,HDD,Supervisor |
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 2,7 kg |
|---|---|
| Width | 390 mm |
| Depth | 266 mm |
| Height | 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-R4QR 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.
How long does the battery of the Acer Nitro 5 AN515-42-R4QR last?
The manufacturer declares up to 5 h of battery life. Real duration depends on brightness, workload and battery health.
What is the screen of the Acer Nitro 5 AN515-42-R4QR like?
It carries a 15.6" 1920x1080 IPS display.
Which processor and graphics card does the Acer Nitro 5 AN515-42-R4QR have?
It runs on the AMD Ryzen 5 2500U 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-R4QR 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-R4QR come with?
It comes with Windows 10 Home preinstalled.
Which ports does the Acer Nitro 5 AN515-42-R4QR 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-R4QR have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the Acer Nitro 5 AN515-42-R4QR 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-R4QR 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-R4QR released?
Its release date is October 2018, 8 years ago.