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Updated January 10, 2024·
If your priority is high performance for tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, or gaming, and you're okay with a heavier and less portable laptop, the Acer Nitro 16 with its stronger graphics and processor might be worth the extra cost. However, for everyday use, lighter workload, and better portability, the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro would be more cost-efficient and still offers good performance, along with the convenience of being lighter and thus easier to carry around. Keep in mind that the more expensive Acer also tends to have better battery life and a more color-accurate display, which could be important if you need your laptop to last longer on a single charge and for tasks like photo and video editing. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Nitro 16
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good overall display quality
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro
- Good portability
- Very good battery life
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.0
6.5
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.3/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The Acer Nitro 16 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro is only fair.
The Acer Nitro 16 provides a better gaming and 3D experience due to its more powerful Nvidia RTX 4070 GPU and a higher screen refresh rate of 165 Hz, which produces smoother visuals compared to the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro's Nvidia RTX 3050 GPU and 120 Hz screen refresh rate. While both laptops have capable CPUs and quality IPS displays, the superior GPU and refresh rate of the Acer Nitro make it the preferable choice for demanding gaming and 3D tasks.
Engineering and Design
8.2
7.2
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Acer Nitro 16 is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro is good.
The Acer Nitro 16 is favored for engineering and design due to its advanced CPU and stronger GPU, which lead to better performance for computationally intensive tasks, alongside a brighter and higher-contrast screen which benefits visual work; meanwhile, the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro while also suitable for engineering tasks, has a less powerful CPU and GPU, offering a compromise in terms of raw performance that could be justified by its lighter weight and better portability.
Screen Quality
8.3
7.8
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
494.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
409.0 nits
The Acer Nitro 16 has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, the Acer Nitro 16's vivid colors and sharp details stand out due to its high resolution and brightness, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro also delivers clear images but the Nitro 16's display might be slightly more appealing. The Acer Nitro 16 excels in engineering and design with its wide color gamut, offering a broader range of colors which professionals appreciate, though the IdeaPad 5 Pro still provides good color accuracy for most tasks. However, the Acer Nitro 16 falls short for gaming and 3D applications due to a lower refresh rate, which is less ideal for fast-paced visuals compared to laptops with higher refresh rates.
Portability
Fair
Good
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
5.9 lbs
WEIGHT
4.3 lbs
1.1in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro has good portability, while the Acer Nitro 16 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,050
$860
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The Acer Nitro 16 has a price of $1,050 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro costs $860.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.8
7.5
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
494.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
409.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
6.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The Acer Nitro 16 and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro are both good for general use.
The Acer Nitro 16, with its higher-end graphics card and better heat management, excels for general use that may include occasional gaming or graphic-intensive tasks, but it's slightly heavier and bulkier, hindering portability when compared to the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro, which is more compact and lighter making it easier to carry around with a slightly longer battery life, yet with slightly less powerful specs that are still sufficient for everyday tasks. Both laptops have similar screen quality and are equipped with sufficient CPU power and RAM for common applications, with the Acer offering better gaming performance and the Lenovo scoring higher in regards to battery life and portability.
Content Creation
7.8
7.5
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Acer Nitro 16 and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro are both good for content creation.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
7.7
7.4
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Acer Nitro 16 and Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro are both good for software development.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Battery
9.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The Acer Nitro 16 has 9 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro has 10 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Build Quality
7.4
7.6
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro and Acer Nitro 16 both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the Acer Nitro 16 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Acer Nitro 16 | Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,050 | $860 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 11'' x 1.1'' | 14'' x 9.9'' x 0.67'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.95 lbs | 4.3 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.18" | 14.02" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 11.02" | 9.88" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS | AMD Ryzen 5 6600HS | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 75 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 120Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 494 nits | 409 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.1/10 | 7.7/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Sascha Mölck | June 2023
"Video editing, rendering and, of course, gaming represent the Nitro 16's core competencies with a Ryzen 7 7735HS and GeForce RTX 4070 providing the necessary power. Both chips run at consistently high clock speeds. A fast PCIe 4 SSD (1 TB) provides the required storage space and ensures short loading times. With the Nitro 16 AN16-41, Acer has a well-specced, mid-range gaming laptop in its portfolio."
Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro
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Florian Glaser | September 2022
"The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 Pro turns out a successful all-rounder that, aside from 3D applications, always strikes a good or very good figure. This begins with the elegant metal case that isn't particularly light but fairly robust, giving a high-quality impression. The input devices are also better than those of many competitors. Both the keyboard and the touchpad are attractive and comfortable. In addition, the performance of the Ryzen 5 6600HS is easily able to keep up with the Intel competitors."
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About Acer
Acer is a prominent Taiwanese electronics brand which makes a wide range of laptops, with multiple product lines catering to personal use, gaming, and business use. They are renowned for having exceptional value for money, as they frequently offer good specifications at a lower price than other manufacturers.
About Lenovo
Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.
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