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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Acer Nitro 17 is generally less expensive and provides solid performance for general use and gaming, however, its graphics capabilities are less powerful compared to the HP Omen 17. If your budget allows and you need higher performance for intensive gaming, 3D rendering, machine learning, or engineering applications, the HP Omen 17, with its significantly more potent graphics card and faster processor, would serve you better despite being more expensive. The Omen also offers a higher resolution display which is better for detailed visual tasks. On the flip side, the Acer is heavier and has a lower portability. Both laptops are not suited for portability due to the large screen and size, but if you prefer a laptop that is slightly easier to carry around, the HP is lighter. The tradeoff here is the balance between price and high-end performance. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Nitro 17
- Good battery life
Advantages of the HP Omen 17
- Very good for engineering and design
- Excellent for gaming and AI
- Very good for content creation
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.4
9.0
7.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The HP Omen 17 is excellent for gaming and AI, while the Acer Nitro 17 is good.
The HP Omen 17 is rated higher for gaming and 3D due to its more powerful Nvidia RTX 4080 graphics card compared to the Acer Nitro 17's Nvidia RTX 4050, offering superior visual performance crucial for these tasks. Additionally, while both laptops have similar screen refresh rates, the CPU and screen quality are better in the HP Omen 17, contributing to smoother gameplay and better overall visual fidelity.
Engineering and Design
7.9
8.8
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
7.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP Omen 17 is very good for engineering and design, while the Acer Nitro 17 is good.
The HP Omen 17 stands out for engineering and design use with a more powerful Intel i7-13700HX CPU and superior Nvidia RTX 4080 GPU, providing better performance for demanding tasks compared to the Acer Nitro 17's AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS and Nvidia RTX 4050.
Screen Quality
7.4
7.9
17.3in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
280.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
The HP Omen 17 has a better screen than the Acer Nitro 17 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The Acer Nitro 17's screen may offer clear visuals and comfortable brightness for everyday tasks but falls short in color accuracy for precise engineering work and lacks the high refresh rate needed for smooth gaming or 3D rendering. On the other hand, the HP Omen 17 provides a crisper, brighter display enhancing regular usage and decent color reproduction for professional design, yet also doesn't meet the fast refresh rates which are key for immersive gaming experiences and fluid 3D simulations. Without high refresh rates, neither laptop is ideal for gaming or 3D work, but both can handle general activities and engineering tasks, with the HP Omen holding a slight edge in display quality.
Battery
8.0 Hours
3.5 Hours
The Acer Nitro 17 has 8 hours of battery life. The HP Omen 17 has 3.5 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.
Cost
$970
$2,099
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The Acer Nitro 17 has a price of $970 and the HP Omen 17 costs $2,099.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.8
7.8
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
280.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
3.5 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
5.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.0/10
The HP Omen 17 and Acer Nitro 17 are both good for general use.
The Acer Nitro 17 and HP Omen 17 are both solid choices for general use because they offer ample RAM and strong CPUs, essential for smooth multitasking and responsive performance. However, while the HP Omen 17 boasts a higher resolution and brighter screen contributing to better image quality, the Acer Nitro 17 provides slightly longer battery life and a more comfortable keyboard, which may be preferable when on the move or during longer work sessions.
Content Creation
7.8
8.0
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP Omen 17 to be very good for content creation, while the Acer Nitro 17 is good.
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
7.4
7.7
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The HP Omen 17 and Acer Nitro 17 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
6.1 lbs
1.1in
THICKNESS
1.0in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP Omen 17 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
7.4
The Acer Nitro 17 and HP Omen 17 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 17 and the HP Omen 17 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Acer Nitro 17 | HP Omen 17 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$970 | $2,099 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | June 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.8'' x 11.6'' x 1.1'' | 15.6'' x 10.3'' x 1.06'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 6.83 lbs | 6.17 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.77" | 15.64" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 11.59" | 10.32" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS | Intel i7-13700HX | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 3.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 83 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 17.3" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2560 x 1440 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 165Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 280 nits | 350 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.4/10 | |
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 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 8.5/10 | |
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 | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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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."
HP Omen 17
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Marc Herter | September 2022
"The HP Omen 17 (2022) gaming laptop has a stylish case and hardware with lots of potential. The HP Omen 17 is a fairly unobtrusive gaming laptop. A material combination of plastic and metal gives the case a high stability and a quality surface feel. The unspectacular design is pleasing and is hardly indicative of the laptop's high performance potential. The Intel Core i7-12700H in particular is able to perform well once again. The Nvidia GeForce RTX 3070 Ti is also strong in the gaming notebook. Demanding games run smoothly in Full HD resolution. The HP Omen 17 is a good gaming laptop that delivers partly excellent performance. But even at this performance level, cheaper alternatives are available."
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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 HP
HP, also known as Hewlett-Packard, is an American technology company that develops personal computers and computer peripherals. In the laptop industry, HP is known for its entry level Essential series laptops, its mid-range Pavilion, Envy, and Victus series, and high-end Omen and Spectre series, in addition to its business-oriented EliteBook, ProBook, and Dragonfly series laptops. HP laptops generally undercut other mainstream competitors in terms of price, placing itself as the value-oriented mainstream brand.
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