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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Acer Nitro 17, with its AMD Ryzen processor and Nvidia RTX 4050 graphics, may offer smoother gameplay in newer games due to stronger graphics capabilities, making it suitable for gaming and graphics-intensive tasks; it also has a higher battery capacity which could mean longer use between charges. However, the Lenovo Legion 5 17" might provide better performance for tasks like video editing and 3D rendering thanks to its Intel i7 processor and RTX 3060 GPU, although you'll be compromising on battery life. If your priority is a laptop that's lighter and more portable, the Lenovo is marginally lighter. Both have a full-size keyboard with a number pad and offer a similar port selection, but only the Lenovo supports Thunderbolt connections. If budget is a concern, both laptops are similar in price, so you can choose based on the features that matter most to your needs. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Nitro 17
- Good battery life
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the Lenovo Legion 5 17"
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.8
7.2
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
280.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.5 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
5.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.8/10
The Acer Nitro 17 and Lenovo Legion 5 17" are both good for general use, though the Acer Nitro 17 is somewhat better.
The Acer Nitro 17 offers ample storage and solid CPU and GPU performance fit for various applications, paired with a larger battery but at the cost of portability and shorter battery life. Conversely, the Lenovo Legion 5 17" presents excellent heat management and a superior keyboard, along quality speakers, but with less storage which could limit data-heavy tasks.
Content Creation
7.8
7.2
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 Lenovo Legion 5 17" 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
305.0 nits
The Acer Nitro 17 has a better screen than the Lenovo Legion 5 17" for gaming and AI, software development, and content creation.
The Acer Nitro 17 and Lenovo Legion 5 17" have displays that are sharp and bright enough for tasks like browsing and video streaming, which is why they're good for general use. For engineering and design, both laptops offer a decent range of colors, catering to professionals needing to work with various hues accurately. However, both fall short for gaming and 3D purposes because they lack the high refresh rates required for smooth rendering of fast-paced visuals, which is critical to these experiences.
Battery
8.0 Hours
4.5 Hours
The Acer Nitro 17 has 8 hours of battery life. The Lenovo Legion 5 17" 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.
Cost
$970
$1,200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
The Acer Nitro 17 has a price of $970 and the Lenovo Legion 5 17" costs $1,200.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
7.4
7.4
7.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Acer Nitro 17 and Lenovo Legion 5 17" are both good for gaming and AI.
The Acer Nitro 17 boasts a Nvidia RTX 4050 GPU and a high screen refresh rate of 165Hz making it well-suited for gaming and 3D applications, supported by a solid AMD Ryzen CPU and good screen quality. Meanwhile, the Lenovo Legion 5 17" also excels in these areas with a Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU and a 144Hz screen refresh rate, complemented by an Intel i7 CPU and slightly higher color accuracy and brightness, offering a competitive alternative for immersive and responsive gaming experiences.
Engineering and Design
7.9
7.6
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
7.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Acer Nitro 17 and Lenovo Legion 5 17" are both good for engineering and design.
The Acer Nitro 17's AMD Ryzen processor and Nvidia RTX 4050 GPU are well-suited for engineering and design tasks, alongside its ample screen size and color coverage, while the Lenovo Legion 5 17" boasts a robust Intel i7 processor and Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU for similar tasks, with a slightly brighter display but less onboard storage. Considering portability and operating noise, both laptops may be less ideal for frequent travel due to their larger screens and potential for higher fan noise during intensive use.
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
8.5/10
The Acer Nitro 17 and Lenovo Legion 5 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
Poor
17.3in
SIZE
17.3in
6.8 lbs
WEIGHT
6.5 lbs
1.1in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The Lenovo Legion 5 17" and Acer Nitro 17 both have poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4
7.4
The Acer Nitro 17 and Lenovo Legion 5 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 Lenovo Legion 5 17" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Acer Nitro 17 | Lenovo Legion 5 17" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$970 | $1,200 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | October 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.8'' x 11.6'' x 1.1'' | 15.7'' x 11.4'' x 1'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 6.83 lbs | 6.57 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.77" | 15.7" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 11.59" | 11.41" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS | Intel i7-11800H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 4.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 80 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 | 305 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 5.6/10 | 5.8/10 | |
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 | 8.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 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 | 4 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
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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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."
Lenovo Legion 5 17"
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Sebastian Bade | February 2022
"The Lenovo Legion 5 17 is a current-gen 17-inch gaming laptop and equipped with the latest AMD CPU and a powerful GPU, that manages to reach its full potential. The AMD Ryzen 5 5600H is a very good choice for this laptop and able to maintain its performance level for long periods of time. Our test model only falls behind consistently in a direct comparison with its competitors that are often equipped with eight cores and 16 threads. Despite this, the Legion 5 17 leaves an excellent impression and is almost able to keep up with an Nvidia GeForce RTX 3070 mobile GPU in synthetic benchmarks."
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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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