The Nitro 17 (AN17-72) is Acer’s latest gaming laptop, which is powered by an Intel Core i7 14th-gen processor and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 40 series GPU.
What makes the Acer Nitro 17 special, and thus make it stand out from previous gaming laptops that come from Acer, is the fact that it sports two of the best hardware that a gaming kind of laptop can have.
On the one hand, there is the current Intel Core i7 processor, which leverages Intel’s Performance Hybrid Architecture. Through the combination of better power and core frequencies, it provides a more efficient management of tasks.
On the other hand, there is the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 40 series GPU, which is every gamer’s dream GPU, partly thanks to its utilization of AI-enhanced DLSS 3.5 and full ray-tracing technology. The beauty of Nitro 17 also shines with its 17.3-inch QHD display (2560 x 1440) with up to 165 Hz refresh rate, as well as NVIDIA Advanced Optimus support. In gaming, this translates as a user experience that is as engaging as it is beautiful.
With AI Tensor Cores, this graphics processing unit offers unmatched AI performance when it comes to creativity, productivity, entertainment, and even other use cases.
A machine designed with the use of AI in mind, the Nitro 17 supports Microsoft Copilot, which enables users access to useful AI support at the touch of a dedicated Copilot key.
For high-quality connectivity, the Nitro 17 has the following ports: two Type C USBs with Thunderbolt 4, HDMI 2.1, and a Micro SD card reader. Connecting to the internet, meanwhile, is ensured to be as seamless and fast as possible, with Killer DoubleSho Pro Ethernet E3100G and Wi-Fi 6E compatibility.
As for the Nitro 17’s exact specifications, prices, and availability, Acer claims that it all varies by region.