Acer Nitro V

Acer unveils accessible Nitro V 15 gaming laptop

Acer took the wraps off the Acer Nitro V 15 gaming laptop, which the company touts as both immersive and accessible for a broader audience.

Those aren’t usually the words you use to describe a gaming laptop, which is usually reserved for just the hardcore gaming crowd. This one is targeted at not just gamers but also content creators, video editors, multitaskers and others who want to play games on the go.

It features the latest 13th Gen Intel Core processors and Nvidia GeForce RTX 40 Series GPUs. These GPUs provide power-efficient and AI-powered rendering capabilities with DLSS 3 and ray tracing, bringing virtual worlds to life while preserving power efficiency.

The cover of the Acer Nitro V.

In terms of storage and memory, the Nitro V 15 offers support for up to 32 GB of DDR5 RAM and up to 2 TB of M.2 PCIe solid-state storage. Users can enjoy fast boot times and ample space for their favorite games, applications, and files.

To address heat management during intense gaming sessions, Acer has incorporated a dual fan and exhaust system into the Nitro V 15. This innovative cooling solution helps maintain optimal performance by effectively dissipating heat and ensuring that players can engage in extended gaming sessions without worrying about overheating.

Different angles for the Acer Nitro V.

The Nitro V 15 boasts a 15.6-inch Full HD IPS screen with a 165Hz refresh rate and a three millisecond overdrive response time. With an 82% screen-to-body ratio, gamers can enjoy vibrant visuals and fluid motion, providing a truly immersive gaming experience. Additionally, the integration of DTS:X Ultra’s immersive audio technology enhances sound placement, acoustics, and sound modes.

Acer has also prioritized connectivity and customization options in the Nitro V 15. The laptop supports Wi-Fi 6. It has a Thunderbolt 4 port enables users to conveniently charge the laptop, transfer data, and connect to external displays. The NitroSense utility app empowers lets gamers customize game settings and monitor hardware performance.

Specs on the port for the Acer Nitro V.

Beyond gaming, Acer has incorporated AI-backed solutions, such as Acer Purified View and Acer Purified Voice technology, into the Nitro V 15. These features optimize video calls and enhance communication experiences outside of gaming, making the laptop a versatile tool for work and leisure.

As an added bonus, Acer is including one month of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate with the purchase of the Nitro V 15.

The Acer Nitro V 15 (ANV15-51) will be available starting in October in North America, with prices starting at $700. In the EMEA region, the laptop will be available from September, starting at 1,100 euros.

Dean Takahashi

Dean Takahashi is editorial director for GamesBeat at VentureBeat. He has been a tech journalist since 1988, and he has covered games as a beat since 1996. He was lead writer for GamesBeat at VentureBeat from 2008 to April 2025. Prior to that, he wrote for the San Jose Mercury News, the Red Herring, the Wall Street Journal, the Los Angeles Times, and the Dallas Times-Herald. He is the author of two books, "Opening the Xbox" and "The Xbox 360 Uncloaked." He organizes the annual GamesBeat Next, GamesBeat Summit and GamesBeat Insider Series: Hollywood and Games conferences and is a frequent speaker at gaming and tech events. He lives in the San Francisco Bay Area.