•  Date Published: 20 Jan 2026
    • Intel Core 9 270H
    • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 (Laptop, 8GB GDDR7)
    • 16.0″, WUXGA (1920 x 1200), 180 Hz, IPS
    • 512GB SSD
    • 16GB RAM
    • 2.40 kg (5.3 lbs)

    Specs

    • HDD/SSD
    • 512GB SSD
    • M.2 Slot
    • 2x 2280 PCIe NVMe 4.0 x4  See photo
    • RAM
    • 16GB RAM
    • OS
    • Windows 11 Home
    • Body Material
    • Plastic / Polycarbonate
    • Dimensions
    • 360.0 x 274.5 x 16.1 - 24.5 mm (14.17" x 10.81" x 0.63")
    • Weight
    • 2.40 kg (5.3 lbs)
    • Ports and connectivity
    • 1x USB Type-A
    • 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps)
    • 1x USB Type-A
    • 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps)
    • 1x USB Type-A
    • 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps), Sleep and Charge
    • 1x USB Type-C
    • 4.0, Thunderbolt 4, Power Delivery (PD), DisplayPort
    • HDMI
    • 2.1
    • Card Reader
    • microSD (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC)
    • Ethernet LAN
    • 10, 100, 1000 Mbit/s
    • Wi-Fi
    • Wi-Fi 6E
    • Bluetooth
    • 5.2
    • Audio jack
    • 3.5mm Combo Jack
    • Features
    • Fingerprint reader
    • Web camera
    • HD with Temporal Noise Reduction
    • Backlit keyboard
    • Microphone
    • 3x Microphone Array with Acer Purified Voice 2.0 and AI Noise Reduction
    • Speakers
    • Speaker System optimized by DTS X:Ultra Audio
    • Security Lock slot
    • Kensington Lock

    Portability

    Acer Nitro V 16 (ANV16-72)
    14.17" x 10.81" x 0.63" Dimensions
    2.40 kg (5.3 lbs) Weight
    Average 16-inch laptop
    2.03 kg (4.5 lbs) -15% Weight

    Review

    Acer Nitro V 16 in-depth review

    So, the best or worst cooling of 2025? "Why not both?" - some Acer engineers, probably. On one hand, its cooling system is a triumph, keeping the powerful NVIDIA GPU running with a stability and coolness that's truly impressive, resulting in a fantastic gaming experience. On the other hand, that same cooling system seems to completely fail the Intel Core i9 processor, allowing it to run at high temperatures and forcing it to throttle back its performance. This creates a machine with a split personality: a brilliant gaming rig that's a questionable high-performance workhorse.The question is, which personality wins out?You can check the prices and configurations in our Specs System: https://laptopmedia.com/series/acer-nitro-v-16-anv16-72/Specs, Drivers, What's in the bo[...]

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    Pros

    • Excellent GPU thermal management keeps the system cool and stable
    • Great QHD+ 180Hz display with good colors and low glare
    • Completely PWM-free screen is great for eye comfort
    • Great upgradeability with two RAM and two M.2 slots
    • Very good battery life for a gaming laptop
    • Great port selection, including a Thunderbolt 4 port

    Cons

    • CPU runs extremely hot and throttles performance
    • GPU performance is slightly behind competitors
    • No biometric login options (fingerprint or IR camera)
    • No physical privacy shutter for the webcam

    Disassembly, maintenance and upgrade options

     Before you start: Power the laptop off completely, disconnect the charger and all peripherals, and hold the power button for a few seconds to discharge residual power. Work on a clean, non-conductive surface and, if possible, use an anti-static wrist strap. Opening the bottom panelPlace the laptop upside down with the rear vents facing away from you. Undo all visible screws that secure the bottom panel to the chassis, keeping track of their positions for easier reassembly. Insert a thin plastic pry tool between the bottom panel and the chassis near on[...]

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