How to open Acer Nitro V 15 (ANV15-41) – disassembly and upgrade options


Opening the Device

  1. Undo the 11 Phillips-head screws securing the bottom panel.
  2. Pop the zones behind the hinges with a lever tool.
  3. Pry the sides and the front, leaving the rear for last.

More info: Under the hood, this laptop resembles the Acer Aspire 7 (A715-76G).


Battery Removal

  1. The battery is not secured with screws, as there is a dedicated socket for it on the inside of the bottom panel that keeps it in place.
  2. Detach the connector from the motherboard.
  3. Lift the battery unit away from the base.

Note: The laptop has a 57Wh battery, providing approximately 9 hours of video playback.


Memory Information

  1. Officially, the two SODIMMs support up to 32GB of DDR5-4800MHz RAM in dual-channel mode. However, the CPU supports up to 64GB, allowing for future upgrades.
  2. The RAM stick is covered with foil that has a thermal pad on the inside for additional cooling.

You can buy compatible RAM modules here: Buy from Amazon.com (#CommissionsEarned)


Storage Upgrade

  1. The laptop features two M.2 slots: the upper one is for Gen 4 SSDs, while the lower one supports Gen 3 SSDs.

Hint: Don’t forget to check out our Top M.2 SSDs Performance Rankings for insights on the best storage options available.

You can buy compatible SSDs here: Buy from Amazon.com (#CommissionsEarned)


Wi-Fi Card

  1. The Wi-Fi card is located below the right fan.


Cooling System Overview

  1. The cooling system is impressive for a budget device, featuring two fans, three heat pipes, a long top-mounted heat sink, a smaller heat sink on the left, and two heat spreaders.
  2. Ensure all cooling components are clean and free of dust for optimal performance.

Acer Nitro V 15 (ANV15-41) in-depth review

The Acer Nitro V 15 (ANV15-41) is meant for budget-conscious gamers who want to play their favorite titles without breaking the bank. This laptop isn't a powerhouse but it's offered with decently snappy AMD Zen 3+ CPUs (Rembrandt-HS Refresh) and with a plethora of different GPUs including NVIDIA RTX 2000, 3000, and 4000 chips. The upgradability is surprisingly good for the class as well as the port selection with its 4 USB connectors.The capabilities of the two-fan cooling are enhanced thanks to the lid with a lever design and the inlet keyboard. There are no high-res displays here so you [...]

Pros

  • Good performance for the class
  • Decent build quality
  • 2x M.2 slots, 2x DDR5 RAM SODIMMs + Wi-Fi 6
  • 165Hz refresh rate and wide viewing angles (AUOE2A7)
  • PWM-free (AUOE2A7)
  • 97% sRGB coverage alongside accurate colors with our "Design and Gaming" profile (AUOE2A7)
  • 6.8 ms pixel response times + 341 nits max brightness (AUOE2A7)
  • Decent input devices
  • The keyboard remains cool after long gaming sessions
  • Acceptable noise levels during gaming
  • Long battery life given the small 57Wh capacity = 9 hours of videos
  • Capable cooling solution
  • High CPU clocks and power limits during any kind of load
  • The Acer Nitro Sence app offers a good amount of customization including 3 performance presets and a custom fan curve
  • Great "Quiet" preset - 3.30 GHz CPU clock + low noise

Cons

  • All-plastic build
  • Loud fans in CPU-intensive tasks
  • One of the M.2 slots is for Gen 3 SSDs
  • 92°C CPU temperature in long loads
  • The SSD also gets hot during benchmarking
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