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Updated January 12, 2024·
For a higher cost, the Acer Nitro 5 17 offers substantial improvements in performance over the Maypug 15" Laptop, with a more powerful processor, better graphics, larger storage, and increased memory, making it suitable for demanding tasks like gaming, 3D modeling, or intensive engineering work. Its larger screen also provides a better viewing experience but makes the laptop heavier and less portable. Conversely, if you prioritize affordability and portability for general use with less intensive applications, the more budget-friendly Maypug with its smaller screen and lighter weight might be the better choice, despite its lower resolution display and modest performance capabilities. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Nitro 5 17
- Good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Good speakers
- Good keyboard
Advantages of the Maypug 15" Laptop
- Good portability
Key differences
General Use
7.8
5.8
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
307.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
6.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Acer Nitro 5 17 is good for general use, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The Acer Nitro 5 17 provides a solid general use experience due to its robust CPU and RAM that handle multiple tasks efficiently, a high-quality display for clear visuals, and enough battery life for moderate use, although it is less portable due to its size and weight. Meanwhile, the Maypug 15" Laptop falls short in general use because its lower-end CPU and less RAM could struggle with multitasking, the screen offers poorer resolution which affects visual clarity, and while more portable due to lower weight, it compensates with a weaker battery life and reduced overall performance.
Gaming and AI
7.7
5.6
7.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
360Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Acer Nitro 5 17 is good for gaming and AI, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The Acer Nitro 5 17 is superior for gaming and 3D due to its high-end Nvidia RTX 3080 graphics card and a screen that offers a high refresh rate, enhancing visual fluidity and responsiveness in games. In contrast, the Maypug 15" Laptop's modest Intel UHD Graphics (N5095) and its lower refresh rate screen are less capable of handling the demanding graphics of modern games and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
8.0
5.6
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
7.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Acer Nitro 5 17 is very good for engineering and design, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The Acer Nitro 5 17 is better suited for engineering and design due to its powerful AMD Ryzen CPU, considerable RAM, high-end Nvidia RTX GPU, and full HD IPS display, vital for demanding applications and detailed visuals. Conversely, the Maypug 15" Laptop's more basic Intel Celeron processor, lower RAM, integrated graphics, and lower-resolution screen limit its ability to handle intensive engineering software and design tasks, even though it is more portable and quieter in operation.
Content Creation
7.8
5.9
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Acer Nitro 5 17 is good for content creation, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
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
5.9
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The Acer Nitro 5 17 is good for software development, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
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.
Screen Quality
8.2
5.7
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
360Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
307.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
The Acer Nitro 5 17 has a better screen than the Maypug 15" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
If you prioritize a clear and vibrant display for everyday tasks, the Acer Nitro 5 17 offers superior resolution, panel type, and brightness, which matters most for general use, whereas the Maypug 15" falls short in these areas. For engineering and design purposes, the Acer's ability to render a wide range of colors effectively is crucial, and it stands out with its color gamut coverage compared to the Maypug. But if you're focused on gaming or working with 3D content, the Acer's low refresh rate could be a drawback, although the Maypug doesn't improve on this and offers lower overall screen quality.
Portability
Fair
Good
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
5.9 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Maypug 15" Laptop has good portability, while the Acer Nitro 5 17 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2
5.1
The Acer Nitro 5 17 has good build quality, while the Maypug 15" Laptop has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$830
$600
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Acer Nitro 5 17 has a price of $830 and the Maypug 15" Laptop costs $600.
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Battery
6.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Acer Nitro 5 17 has 6 hours of battery life. The Maypug 15" Laptop has 7 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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How the Acer Nitro 5 17 and the Maypug 15" Laptop compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Acer Nitro 5 17 | Maypug 15" Laptop |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$830 | $600 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2023 | January 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.9'' x 11'' x 0.98'' | 14'' x 11.1'' x 0.78'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.95 lbs | 3.6 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.89" | 13.97" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 11.02" | 11.1" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 5800H | Intel Celeron N5095 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 57.5 Wh | 29.6 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 17.3" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1366 x 768 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 360Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 307 nits | 200 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.1/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 6/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 4.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Sascha Mölck | August 2021
"The Acer Nitro 5 17 is a solid mid-range gamer. The Nitro 5 does not belong to the top group of RTX 3070 notebooks: Compared with the RTX 3070 notebooks tested so far, the computer delivers below-average frame rates - this is due to the 100-watt TGP. The GPU performance can be increased a bit with a firmware update. The device scores with a high level of CPU performance. Throttling is not a concern. CPU and GPU can produce their performance constantly. The laptop heats up moderately under load. The noise development is on the usual class level."
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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.
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