Acer Nitro 17

LaptopMedia.com Laptop Specs Acer Nitro 17 (AN17-41) Acer Nitro 17

Date Published: 18 Oct 2023

AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 (Laptop, 140W)
17.3”, Full HD (1920 x 1080), 165 Hz, IPS + G-Sync
1000GB SSD
16GB DDR5
3.10 kg (6.8 lbs)

TOTAL SCORE

5.7 Portability Average

7.0 Display Very Good

7.3 For Work Very Good

7.4 For Gaming Very Good

Acer Nitro 17

$1499^.00

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Review

Acer Nitro 17 in-depth review

Since we've already reviewed the Acer Nitro 17 (AN17-71) and the Acer Nitro 17 (AN17-51) now it's time to test the AMD version that is simply called Acer Nitro 17 (AN17-41). This one looks almost exactly the same as the two Intel-based iterations. It's a big 17.3" laptop that can be configured with high-end gaming hardware.This includes AMD Zen 4 CPU options and refreshed Zen 3+ chips. The device can be a modest machine with a Ryzen 5 7535HS or you can transform it into a real beast if you choose the Ryzen 9 7940HS. GPU-wise, you can rely on some of the latest and greatest NVIDIA Ada Lovelace graphics cards. The top-end version is the GeForce RTX 4070 with a hefty TGP.You can choose between two 16:9 IPS G-Sync capable display options. The base one is a 1080p unit with a 165Hz refre[...]

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Pros

Snappy and efficient Zen 4 CPU
2x M.2 Gen 4 slots, 2x DDR5 RAM SODIMM slots + Wi-Fi 6E
100% sRGB and 99% DCI-P3 coverage (BOE NE173QHM-NY6 (BOE0B7C))
Fast display with quick response times (BOE NE173QHM-NY6 (BOE0B7C)
PWM-free (BOE NE173QHM-NY6 (BOE0B7C))
G-Sync support + MUX switch and Advanced Optimus
Modern port selection
The keyboard feels cool during heavy loads
The 4-zone RGB keyboard is comfortable for typing and gaming
Very long battery life
Good cooling solution and low temperatures under load
High CPU and GPU clocks and power limits during any kind of stress
The Acer Nitro Sence app offers 4 performance presets as well as a custom fan curve

Cons

Plastic build
Loud fans in "Turbo" mode
Noticeable RPM fluctuations in the "Performance" mode
The touchpad is just an average unit
The GPU performance isn't that impressive
The lid is a bit flexible

Disassembly, maintenance and upgrade options

Step 1: Accessing the Internal ComponentsEnsure the Acer Nitro 17 (AN17-41) is powered off and placed on a soft, clean surface to prevent damage. Remove the 11 Phillips-head screws securing the bottom panel. Use a plastic tool to pry the bottom plate off, or carefully lift it by holding the two plastic exhaust vents on the back.Hint: Keep track of the screws to avoid losing them.Step 2: Removing the BatteryLocate the battery's connector on the mainboard. Disconnect the battery by pulling out the connector. Lift the battery away from the chassis, noting t[...]