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Acer Nitro 5 AN515-57-79XT
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Main specs
| Processor | Intel Core i7-11800H 2,3GHz |
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| Screen | 15.6" 1920x1080 IPS 144Hz |
| Hard drive | 512GB SSD |
| RAM | 16GB DDR4-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 10 |
| Graphics card | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 6GB GDDR6 |
| Other | Keyboard UK English. |
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Full specifications of Acer Nitro 5 AN515-57-79XT
| Reference / Part Number | NH.QCCEK.007 |
|---|---|
| Release date | April 2021, 5 years ago |
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
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| Product colour | Black |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Colour name | Shale Black |
| Market positioning | Gaming |
| Country of origin | China |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 39,6 cm |
|---|---|
| Display resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Touchscreen | No |
| HD type | Full HD |
| Panel type | IPS |
| LED backlight | Yes |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 |
| Maximum refresh rate | 144 Hz |
Processor
| Processor family | Intel® Core™ i7 |
|---|---|
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor model | i7-11800H |
| Processor frequency | 2,3 GHz |
| Processor generation | 11th gen Intel® Core™ i7 |
| Processor cores | 8 |
| Processor boost frequency | 4,6 GHz |
| Processor cache | 24 MB |
| Processor cache type | Smart Cache |
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 | 512 GB |
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| Storage media | SSD |
| Optical drive type | No |
| Total SSDs capacity | 512 GB |
| Number of SSDs installed | 1 |
| SSD capacity | 512 GB |
| SSD interface | NVMe,PCI Express 3.0 |
| NVMe | Yes |
| Card reader integrated | No |
Graphics
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
|---|---|
| Discrete graphics card | Yes |
| Discrete graphics card model | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 |
| On-board graphics card model | Intel® UHD Graphics |
| Discrete GPU manufacturer | NVIDIA |
| Discrete graphics card memory | 6 GB |
| Discrete graphics memory type | GDDR6 |
| On-board GPU manufacturer | Intel |
| On-board graphics card family | Intel® UHD Graphics |
Audio
| Audio system | DTS:X Ultra |
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| Number of built-in speakers | 2 |
| Built-in microphone | Yes |
| Number of microphones | 2 |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
|---|---|
| Front camera HD type | HD |
Network
| Mobile network connection | No |
|---|---|
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11a,802.11b,802.11g,Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n),Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac),Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Antenna type | 2x2 |
| WLAN controller model | Killer Wireless-AX 1650i |
| WLAN controller manufacturer | Killer |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 10,100,1000 Mbit/s |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 5.1 |
Ports & interfaces
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 0 |
|---|---|
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 2 |
| 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 | 1 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-C ports quantity | 1 |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
| HDMI version | 2.1 |
| Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | Yes |
|---|---|
| Pointing device | Touchpad |
| Keyboard backlit | Yes |
| Keyboard backlit colour | RGB |
| Keyboard layout | QWERTY |
| Keyboard language | UK English |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 10 |
|---|---|
| Operating system architecture | 64-bit |
Battery
| Battery capacity | 57,5 Wh |
|---|---|
| Battery technology | Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) |
| Number of battery cells | 4 |
| Battery life (max) | 8 h |
Power
| AC adapter power | 180 W |
|---|---|
| DC-in jack | Yes |
Security
| Cable lock slot | Yes |
|---|---|
| Cable lock slot type | Kensington |
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) | Yes |
| Password protection | Yes |
| Password protection type | BIOS,HDD,Supervisor,User |
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 2,3 kg |
|---|---|
| Width | 363,4 mm |
| Depth | 255 mm |
| Height | 23,9 mm |
Packaging data
| Package width | 70 mm |
|---|---|
| Package depth | 543 mm |
| Package height | 316 mm |
| Package weight | 3,32 kg |
Packaging content
| Cables included | AC |
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Logistics data
| Harmonized System (HS) code | 84713000 |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Acer Nitro 5 AN515-57-79XT good for gaming?
You can game on it, though this laptop was not built for it: it carries the dedicated NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
How long does the battery of the Acer Nitro 5 AN515-57-79XT 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 5 AN515-57-79XT like?
It carries a 15.6" 1920x1080 IPS 144Hz display.
Which processor and graphics card does the Acer Nitro 5 AN515-57-79XT have?
It runs on the Intel Core i7-11800H processor with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Can the RAM of the Acer Nitro 5 AN515-57-79XT 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 AN515-57-79XT come with?
It comes with Windows 10 preinstalled.
Which ports does the Acer Nitro 5 AN515-57-79XT have?
According to its spec sheet: 1 × USB-C, 3 × USB-A, 1 × HDMI, Ethernet (RJ-45), headphone jack (3.5 mm).
Does the Acer Nitro 5 AN515-57-79XT have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the Acer Nitro 5 AN515-57-79XT have a touch screen?
No, according to its spec sheet the screen is not a touch screen.
How much does the Acer Nitro 5 AN515-57-79XT weigh?
It weighs 2,3 kg, a normal weight for its size: easy enough to move around.
When was the Acer Nitro 5 AN515-57-79XT released?
Its release date is April 2021, 5 years ago.