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post Feb 26 2021, 09:56 AM, updated 5y ago

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I like the new design thumbup.gif
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post Mar 1 2021, 09:28 PM

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the refreshed design make me drools. well done Acer
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post Mar 5 2021, 04:55 PM

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I'm really looking forward to the boosted Acer Nitro 5 that comes AMD Ryzen 9 59000 HX mobile processor!  icon_idea.gif thumbup.gif

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post Mar 6 2021, 02:05 PM

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I own a model with the I5-8300H and GTX 1050, I usually play simple games like Rocket League and old 3A titles like GTA 5 (it can run 60fps at high settings). Don't have any issues so far. The only issue I had is with the fan driver (NitroSense) not working (doesn't even run). If you encounter this problem delete Nitrosense and install Predator Sense instead (There is no major difference between the 2 anyways)

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post Mar 7 2021, 09:26 PM

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never a budget laptop when reach malaysia
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post Mar 10 2021, 02:11 PM

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Not sure when release. Also not a fan of the placement of touchpad.
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post Mar 16 2021, 02:22 PM

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RM4999 preorder Shopee official store

if i needed a gaming laptop now, I would buy this
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post Mar 17 2021, 04:21 PM

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The 3060 power is how much? Not specify, takut is lousy spec punya. I kena conned by lenovo before.. 1060 3gb max-q but advertisement no say max-q wtf
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post Mar 17 2021, 05:15 PM

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QUOTE(ben3003 @ Mar 17 2021, 04:21 PM)
The 3060 power is how much?
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the AMD model 80-85W, Intel not sure but should be 80W also
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post Mar 17 2021, 05:19 PM

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QUOTE(SerioseCat @ Mar 16 2021, 02:22 PM)
RM4999 preorder Shopee official store

if i needed a gaming laptop now, I would buy this
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me too, quite value for money, plus i saw there are several free gifts for each nitro 5 purchase, so it's a pretty good deal
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post Mar 17 2021, 07:49 PM

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QUOTE(ZM Fong @ Mar 17 2021, 05:15 PM)
the AMD model 80-85W, Intel not sure but should be 80W also
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ah.. if 80w is quite low.. should be like max-q version liao..
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post Mar 22 2021, 09:06 AM

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I think I rather wait for AMD version.
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post Apr 18 2021, 12:28 AM

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msi gf65 also rtx2060...my advice do not waited, just buy while price still low
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post Apr 18 2021, 12:44 AM

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It is acer laptop also don have HDD LED indicator?
Because my old pc by acer don have
I surveying acer pc, and searching it on youtube review, also don have LED HDD indicator, why need cheap out this small thing
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post Apr 22 2021, 02:05 PM

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Nitro 5 is 's available for pre-order and can try order it at our acer online store or acer official store in shopee
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post Apr 22 2021, 05:24 PM

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I have preorder my Acer Nitro 5!!! Can't wait for it!!!
https://store.acer.com/en-my/an515-45-r9rj
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post Apr 22 2021, 08:08 PM

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QUOTE(Kairyu @ Apr 22 2021, 05:24 PM)
I have preorder my Acer Nitro 5!!! Can't wait for it!!!
https://store.acer.com/en-my/an515-45-r9rj
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I saw they said 3 series gpu is coming to the nitro

But no updates till now?
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post Apr 30 2021, 06:37 PM

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QUOTE(chiahau @ Apr 22 2021, 08:08 PM)
I saw they said 3 series gpu is coming to the nitro

But no updates till now?
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here already bro: https://shopee.com.my/product/215858870/9046189126

can start to preorder icon_rolleyes.gif
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post Apr 30 2021, 06:55 PM

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QUOTE(uskimaski @ Apr 30 2021, 06:37 PM)
here already bro: https://shopee.com.my/product/215858870/9046189126

can start to preorder  icon_rolleyes.gif
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Nothing higher specs??

I saw intel one comes with 3070 and etc.
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post May 1 2021, 09:52 AM

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QUOTE(chiahau @ Apr 30 2021, 06:55 PM)
Nothing higher specs??

I saw intel one comes with 3070 and etc.
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i think soon acer will include 3070 range of laptop, cant wait for the new ryzen 5000 series pair with rtx 3000 series rclxm9.gif
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post May 1 2021, 10:04 AM

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can start pre-order for the latest acer nitro amd series already

the design looks good
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post May 1 2021, 11:04 AM

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QUOTE(sheerwin @ May 1 2021, 09:52 AM)
i think soon acer will include 3070 range of laptop, cant wait for the new ryzen 5000 series pair with rtx 3000 series  rclxm9.gif
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Waiting for it as well.

The 3060 one screen quite meh. Only 1080p.

Quite a waste for a decent gpu. Expecting at least a 2k reso instead.
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post May 15 2021, 02:49 PM

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Read the spec some of seller .mention about display port over usb C..how it actually work? Can connet to external monitor for atleast 144hz for 2k monitor?
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QUOTE(gahpadu @ May 15 2021, 02:49 PM)
Read the spec some of seller .mention about display port over usb C..how it actually work? Can connet to external monitor for atleast 144hz for 2k monitor?
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Use USB-C to an adapter which has display port and connect it to the ext monitor.

Should be no problem for 2k 144hz but if you plan to use for gaming, the 3060 won't be able to max out settings for most games except CS:Go
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QUOTE(chiahau @ May 17 2021, 11:25 AM)
Use USB-C to an adapter which has display port and connect it to the ext monitor.

Should be no problem for 2k 144hz but if you plan to use for gaming, the 3060 won't be able to max out settings for most games except CS:Go
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post May 17 2021, 09:41 PM

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It is quite the king of budget laptops. Mine with R7 + 1650 runs like a beast, almost as good as my ge75 i might say. Thermals are also on a whole different level (cooler).
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hdmi to hdmi Gaming Monitor Prism 30" 144hz its lag in game (Acer AN515-55-79VX with RTX 3060) is normal?
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QUOTE(Spotify @ May 23 2021, 06:36 PM)
hdmi to hdmi Gaming Monitor Prism 30" 144hz its lag in game (Acer AN515-55-79VX with RTX 3060) is normal?
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What game and what settings?

The 3060 in the acer is quite low power, won’t be surprised if you face some performance issues.
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post May 26 2021, 12:47 AM

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QUOTE(chiahau @ May 1 2021, 11:04 AM)
Waiting for it as well.

The 3060 one screen quite meh. Only 1080p.

Quite a waste for a decent gpu. Expecting at least a 2k reso instead.
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i think they have it: https://shopee.com.my/Acer-Nitro-5-AMD-Gami...8870.9650973458

QHD for this 3070 model. Or better yet, get a Nitro monitor to pair with ur laptop biggrin.gif
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QUOTE(uskimaski @ May 26 2021, 12:47 AM)
i think they have it: https://shopee.com.my/Acer-Nitro-5-AMD-Gami...8870.9650973458

QHD for this 3070 model. Or better yet, get a Nitro monitor to pair with ur laptop  biggrin.gif
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More like a Predator monitor to pair if I am getting it.

But meh, found an overall better deal for the RTX 3070.
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post May 26 2021, 10:58 AM

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QUOTE(uskimaski @ May 26 2021, 12:47 AM)
i think they have it: https://shopee.com.my/Acer-Nitro-5-AMD-Gami...8870.9650973458

QHD for this 3070 model. Or better yet, get a Nitro monitor to pair with ur laptop  biggrin.gif
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3070MQ 85w is meh
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QUOTE(ZM Fong @ May 26 2021, 10:58 AM)
3070MQ 85w is meh
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It's 100W. Just update latest bios to unlock additional power. Working perfectly fine on mine
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QUOTE(StormZ @ Jun 2 2021, 01:27 PM)
It's 100W. Just update latest bios to unlock additional power. Working perfectly fine on mine
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How do you know it’s 100w actually?

Just curious. You check from the benchmarking tools?
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QUOTE(StormZ @ Jun 2 2021, 01:27 PM)
It's 100W. Just update latest bios to unlock additional power. Working perfectly fine on mine
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is 100w still consider low?
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QUOTE(chiahau @ Jun 2 2021, 08:49 PM)
How do you know it’s 100w actually?

Just curious. You check from the benchmarking tools?
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Im using HWINFO64 to monitor the power consumption. Out of the box, it was 85watts max. After the recent BIOS upgrade, it shows 100Watts.
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QUOTE(ben3003 @ Jun 3 2021, 09:13 AM)
is 100w still consider low?
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Really depends on the Price VS Power. This laptop spec is pretty reasonable for the price. So, im happy with it.
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QUOTE(StormZ @ Jun 3 2021, 10:54 AM)
Really depends on the Price VS Power. This laptop spec is pretty reasonable for the price. So, im happy with it.
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Wat is the boost of performance like? Cos i last time got tis legion y520 1060 3gb din know is max-q, the graphics card perfromance is like 50% of 1060 6gb sad.gif now scare oledi underpowered version.
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QUOTE(StormZ @ Jun 3 2021, 10:53 AM)
Im using HWINFO64 to monitor the power consumption. Out of the box, it was 85watts max. After the recent BIOS upgrade, it shows 100Watts.
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Ah okay.

I tried the software and it does show.

QUOTE(ben3003 @ Jun 3 2021, 11:13 AM)
Wat is the boost of performance like? Cos i last time got tis legion y520 1060 3gb din know is max-q, the graphics card perfromance is like 50% of 1060 6gb sad.gif now scare oledi underpowered version.
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Get the new Lenovo Leigion 5.

Up to 115w. Higher with the 5 Pro.

I've gotten 125w on my RTX 3070 laptop version with the lenovo legion 5 pro.

I believe it's rated to go up to 135w.
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QUOTE(MGM @ Jun 25 2021, 12:40 PM)
Are these good for EEE engineering student?
Normally how much to add another 8GB?

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Hi guys, I am thinking of getting the Acer Nitro 5 based on:
1. stock is available
2. dealer offered rm3999 for 8GB, and for the 16GB RAM model at additional rm200(cheap?). Come with backpack n wireless mouse
3. May be final 2 years get another unit n this unit will become family unit.
4. Good support from Acer's JB service centre near by.

What I need to know is this Acer Nitro 5 a good unit in terms of speed, screen, battery, price? Most importantly, is it suitable for Electrical/electronic engineerig student?
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QUOTE(MGM @ Jun 27 2021, 10:22 AM)
Hi guys, I am thinking of getting the Acer Nitro 5 based on:
1. stock is available
2. dealer offered rm3999 for 8GB, and for the 16GB RAM model at additional rm200(cheap?). Come with backpack n wireless mouse
3. May be final 2 years get another unit n this unit will become family unit.
4. Good support from Acer's JB service centre near by.

What I need to know is this Acer Nitro 5 a good unit in terms of speed, screen, battery, price? Most importantly, is it suitable for Electrical/electronic engineerig student?
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I unironically using an Acer Nitro 5 for gaming and working as a data engineer. Hasn't given me any trouble in the past three months of using it. The keys are tactile and the performance is solid. I love it. thumbup.gif

It's definitely a good recommendation for Electrical/ electronic engineering but of course, have to check what's the recommended specs from your university as well. Then I can maybe share you some recommended laptop for you. smile.gif
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QUOTE(Kairyu @ Jun 28 2021, 05:07 PM)
I unironically using an Acer Nitro 5 for gaming and working as a data engineer. Hasn't given me any trouble in the past three months of using it. The keys are tactile and the performance is solid. I love it.  thumbup.gif

It's definitely a good recommendation for Electrical/ electronic engineering but of course, have to check what's the recommended specs from your university as well. Then I can maybe share you some recommended laptop for you.  smile.gif
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my nitro 5 constantly getting 100% CPU usage during gaming, have you encounter similar issue so far?
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QUOTE(MGM @ Jun 27 2021, 10:22 AM)
Hi guys, I am thinking of getting the Acer Nitro 5 based on:
1. stock is available
2. dealer offered rm3999 for 8GB, and for the 16GB RAM model at additional rm200(cheap?). Come with backpack n wireless mouse
3. May be final 2 years get another unit n this unit will become family unit.
4. Good support from Acer's JB service centre near by.

What I need to know is this Acer Nitro 5 a good unit in terms of speed, screen, battery, price? Most importantly, is it suitable for Electrical/electronic engineerig student?
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yes definitely no issue, may opt for 16gb RAM for more future proof
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post Jun 29 2021, 04:33 PM

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QUOTE(MGM @ Jun 27 2021, 10:22 AM)
Hi guys, I am thinking of getting the Acer Nitro 5 based on:
1. stock is available
2. dealer offered rm3999 for 8GB, and for the 16GB RAM model at additional rm200(cheap?). Come with backpack n wireless mouse
3. May be final 2 years get another unit n this unit will become family unit.
4. Good support from Acer's JB service centre near by.

What I need to know is this Acer Nitro 5 a good unit in terms of speed, screen, battery, price? Most importantly, is it suitable for Electrical/electronic engineerig student?
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for student usually will have minor gaming involved acer nitro can handle it
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QUOTE(sheerwin @ Jun 29 2021, 04:33 PM)
for student usually will have minor gaming involved acer nitro can handle it
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Rarely for gaming, i was told gaming laptop is suitable for engineering student cos of GPU n can stand aggressive usage. Hehe.
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https://www.google.com.my/amp/s/www.digital...ce-boost/%3famp

Acer gaming laptops will be getting bios update to up the TGP. Anyone with nitro 5 laptop can see how much tgp it boost?
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post Jul 12 2021, 09:23 AM

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any one having thes problem ?
https://forum.lowyat.net/index.php?showtopi...#entry101598333
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hi i just bought the an515-57 with i5 11 gen and rtx 3060 model, it already came in with 8gb ram 3200mhz and i put in additional 8gb 3200mhz ram but the windows detect it as 2933 mhz, anybody can help me how to troubleshoot it so the system can detect it as 3200mhz?
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QUOTE(oro89 @ Sep 2 2021, 11:39 AM)
hi i just bought the an515-57 with i5 11 gen and rtx 3060 model, it already came in with 8gb ram 3200mhz and i put in additional 8gb 3200mhz ram but the windows detect it as 2933 mhz, anybody can help me how to troubleshoot it so the system  can detect it as 3200mhz?
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the cpu itself only support up to 2933mhz pls refer to the link below

https://ark.intel.com/content/www/us/en/ark...o-4-50-ghz.html

and refer to this link as well on the further explaination

https://community.acer.com/en/discussion/60...-an515-55-nitro

hope it helps dude, always search and see what is the max frequency your laptop can support. thumbsup.gif
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How is this compare to Asus tuf F15 FX516P?
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QUOTE(sheerwin @ Sep 2 2021, 03:19 PM)
the cpu itself only support up to 2933mhz pls refer to the link below

https://ark.intel.com/content/www/us/en/ark...o-4-50-ghz.html

and refer to this link as well on the further explaination

https://community.acer.com/en/discussion/60...-an515-55-nitro

hope it helps dude, always search and see what is the max frequency your laptop can support. :thumbsup:
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11th gen intel should support 3200mhz ram. 10th gen at 2933mhz.

However, if the mobo chipset is based on the older H470 if im not wrong, then the ram will be capped at 2933mhz.

This happens to hp victus as well. I guess this is where the manufacturer cut in budget gaming laptops.
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QUOTE(overfloe @ Sep 2 2021, 06:53 PM)
11th gen intel should support 3200mhz ram. 10th gen at 2933mhz.

However, if the mobo chipset is based on the older H470 if im not wrong, then the ram will be capped at 2933mhz.

This happens to hp victus as well. I guess this is where the manufacturer cut in budget gaming laptops.
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11th gen supports 3200mhz, but soon 3200mhz will retire.
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QUOTE(sheerwin @ Sep 2 2021, 02:19 PM)
the cpu itself only support up to 2933mhz pls refer to the link below

https://ark.intel.com/content/www/us/en/ark...o-4-50-ghz.html

and refer to this link as well on the further explaination

https://community.acer.com/en/discussion/60...-an515-55-nitro

hope it helps dude, always search and see what is the max frequency your laptop can support. :thumbsup:
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it runs on i5 11400h, nvm alrdy sort it out, managed to get it running at 3200mhz, and the m 2 ssd slot seems not able to support m.2 sata ssd. can anybody comfirm that this model dont support m.2 sata ssd?
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Is it still available?
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i see new nitro 5 with thunderbolt 4 macam better buy. cos later can upgrade use external gpu.

 

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