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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Acer Nitro 17 offers slightly better performance for engineering tasks, 3D rendering, and machine learning due to a more advanced GPU. It also has a larger battery for extended use but is heavier, which affects portability. Conversely, the Gigabyte A7 is more affordable and lighter, making it easier to carry, but it has a smaller battery which may mean more frequent charging. Both have similar screens, RAM, and processors, and neither is a touchscreen. If better gaming and task performance are your priority and you are okay with a heavier laptop, the Acer Nitro 17 is a good choice; if you prefer a more budget-friendly and portable option, consider the Gigabyte A7. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Nitro 17
- Good battery life
Advantages of the Gigabyte A7
- The Gigabyte A7 has no clear advantages over the Acer Nitro 17.
Key differences
Content Creation
7.8
7.3
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Acer Nitro 17 and Gigabyte A7 are both good for content creation, though the Acer Nitro 17 is somewhat better.
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.
Screen Quality
7.4
7.3
17.3in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
280.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
318.0 nits
The Acer Nitro 17 has a better screen than the Gigabyte A7 for gaming and AI, software development, and content creation.
The Acer Nitro 17 and the Gigabyte A7 laptops both have panels with high resolution and brightness, making them suitable for general use and engineering, where detailed visuals and color accuracy are key. They support wide color gamuts, ensuring that engineers and designers can see precise colors, which is crucial for their work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, their lower refresh rates might not deliver the smooth visual experience desired, despite having decent resolution and panel quality.
Battery
8.0 Hours
4.5 Hours
The Acer Nitro 17 has 8 hours of battery life. The Gigabyte A7 has 4.5 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.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.8
7.3
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
280.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
318.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.5 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
5.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.0/10
The Acer Nitro 17 and Gigabyte A7 are both good for general use.
The Acer Nitro 17 with a solid CPU and ample RAM handles everyday tasks effortlessly and its larger battery ensures extended usage, but due to its size and weight, it is less portable. In contrast, the Gigabyte A7 also has a capable CPU and sufficient RAM for general use, offers a brighter screen for a more vibrant display, yet it has a smaller battery which may require more frequent charging. Both laptops have high-quality IPS displays and are equipped with backlit keyboards and number pads, contributing to a comfortable user experience, though their portability and battery life differ.
Gaming and AI
7.4
7.3
7.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.3/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Acer Nitro 17 and Gigabyte A7 are both good for gaming and AI.
The Acer Nitro 17 is designed for gaming and 3D tasks with its Nvidia RTX 4050 GPU and a higher screen refresh rate of 165, offering smoother visuals for fast-paced games. Meanwhile, the Gigabyte A7 also caters to gamers and 3D designers with the competent Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU and a refresh rate of 144, ensuring good performance, although slightly less fluid than the Nitro 17.
Engineering and Design
7.9
7.6
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
7.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Acer Nitro 17 and Gigabyte A7 are both good for engineering and design.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Software Development
7.4
7.0
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Acer Nitro 17 and Gigabyte A7 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.
Portability
Poor
Fair
17.3in
SIZE
17.3in
6.8 lbs
WEIGHT
5.5 lbs
1.1in
THICKNESS
1.1in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Gigabyte A7 to have only fair portability, while the Acer Nitro 17 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4
7.2
The Acer Nitro 17 and Gigabyte A7 both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$970
$940
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The Acer Nitro 17 has a price of $970 and the Gigabyte A7 costs $940.
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How the Acer Nitro 17 and the Gigabyte A7 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Acer Nitro 17 | Gigabyte A7 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$970 | $940 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | February 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.8'' x 11.6'' x 1.1'' | 15.6'' x 10.3'' x 1.19'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 6.83 lbs | 5.58 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.77" | 15.59" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 11.59" | 10.31" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS | AMD Ryzen 7 5800H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 4.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 49 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 17.3" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 280 nits | 318 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 5.6/10 | 6/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
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 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Acer Nitro 17
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PCMag
Mark Knapp | October 2023
"The Acer Nitro 17 isn't an exceptional gaming laptop; it's kind of chunky even among 17.3-inch notebooks, with a lackluster keyboard, and it doesn't outperform comparably priced machines. But there's a lot to like about it, including a good array of ports, a screen that's sharp and bright for work and play alike, and battery life that soundly beats the competition. All this comes at an affordable price. If size and weight aren't big concerns, you'll find the Nitro 17 a dependable big-screen gaming rig. If you crave higher quality, consider a slight step down or up in screen size with the Lenovo Legion Slim 5 Gen 8 or Alienware m18 respectively."
Gigabyte A7
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Mike Wobker | October 2021
"In terms of looks, the Gigabyte A7 X1 is certainly not a trendy, slim, and ultra-mobile gaming laptop. But it does what it's supposed to do, namely bringing games smoothly onto the screen, very well. Both the processor and the GeForce RTX 3070 are able to unleash their performance without restrictions thanks to the well-ventilated case. The Gigabyte A7 X1 brings modern games smoothly onto the screen and offers excellent maintenance options."
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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 Gigabyte
Gigabyte is a Taiwanese computer hardware manufacturer. While Gigabyte mainly focuses its business on desktop hardware, Gigabyte is known for its value-oriented G series laptops, thin and light Aero series, and performance-oriented Aorus series. Gigabyte laptops offer a strong value proposition to compete with mainstream alternatives.
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