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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models Nitro V 16 and G5 within the same category.
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | Nitro V 16 | G5 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| General | ||
| Brand | Acer | Gigabyte |
| Product Family | Nitro | G5 (2023) |
| Model | Nitro V 16 | G5 |
| Model Number | ANV16-42-R1FJ | G5 KF |
| Part Number / SKU | NH.QYWEK.007 | — |
| Launch Year | 2025 year | 2023 year |
| Form Factor | Clamshell | Clamshell |
| Laptop Category | Gaming | Gaming |
| Color | Black | — |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Operating System Architecture | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| Processor | ||
| Processor Manufacturer | AMD | Intel |
| Processor Family | AMD Ryzen 7 | Intel Core i5 |
| Processor Model | AMD Ryzen 7 260 | Intel Core i5-12500H |
| Processor Generation | Ryzen 200 Series | 12th Gen |
| CPU Architecture | x86-64 | x86-64 |
| CPU Process Node | 4 nm | 7 nm |
| CPU Cores | 8 cores | 12 cores |
| Performance Cores | — | 4 cores |
| Efficiency Cores | — | 8 cores |
| CPU Threads | 16 threads | 16 threads |
| CPU Base Clock | 3.8 GHz | 2.5 GHz |
| CPU Max Boost Clock | 5.1 GHz | 4.5 GHz |
| L2 Cache | 8 MB | — |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB | 18 MB |
| Processor Base Power | 45 W | 45 W |
| Maximum Processor Power | 54 W | 95 W |
| AI / NPU | ||
| NPU | Yes | — |
| NPU Model | AMD Ryzen AI | — |
| NPU Performance | 16 TOPS | — |
| Platform AI Performance | 38 TOPS | — |
| Graphics | ||
| Graphics Type | Discrete | Discrete |
| GPU Manufacturer | NVIDIA | NVIDIA |
| GPU Model | RTX 5050 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU |
| GPU Architecture | Blackwell | Ada Lovelace |
| VRAM Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| VRAM Type | GDDR7 | GDDR6 |
| GPU TGP | 95 W | 75 W |
| GPU Boost Clock | — | 2010 MHz |
| MUX Switch | Yes | — |
| Maximum External Displays | 4 displays | — |
| Memory | ||
| Installed Memory | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Maximum Memory | 32 GB | 64 GB |
| Memory Type | DDR5 | DDR4 |
| Memory Speed | 5600 MT/s | 3200 MT/s |
| Memory Form Factor | — | SODIMM |
| Memory Slots | — | 2 slots |
| Memory Slots Used | — | 2 slots |
| Memory Upgradeable | Yes | Yes |
| Memory Channels | Dual-channel | Dual-channel |
| Storage | ||
| Primary Storage Type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage Capacity | 512 GB | 512 GB |
| Storage Interface | PCIe NVMe 4.0 | PCIe NVMe |
| Storage PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Storage Form Factor | M.2 | M.2 2280 |
| Installed Storage Drives | 1 drives | 1 drives |
| Maximum Storage Drives | — | 2 drives |
| M.2 Storage Slots | — | 2 slots |
| Card Reader | Yes | Yes |
| Card Reader Formats | microSD | microSD |
| Display | ||
| Display Size | 16 inch | 15.6 inch |
| Display Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Resolution Class | WUXGA | FHD |
| Display Technology | LCD | — |
| Panel Type | IPS | — |
| Refresh Rate | 180 Hz | 144 Hz |
| Color Depth | 8-bit | — |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:10 | 16:9 |
| Display Finish | Anti-glare | — |
| Camera & Biometrics | ||
| Webcam Resolution | 1080p FHD | 1 MP HD |
| Camera Privacy Shutter | Yes | — |
| Camera Features | FHD camera with privacy shutter | — |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Configuration | 2 speakers | 2 x speakers |
| Speaker Power | — | 2 x 2 W |
| Audio Technology | — | DTS:X Ultra |
| Microphone Configuration | Built-in microphone | Microphone |
| Audio Jack | — | Yes |
| Keyboard & Input | ||
| Keyboard Type | Backlit keyboard with amber lighting and status indicators | Full-size 15-color illuminated keyboard with numeric keypad |
| Keyboard Backlight | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard RGB | — | Yes |
| Keyboard RGB Zones | — | 1-zone, 15-color |
| Numeric Keypad | — | Yes |
| Touchpad Type | Microsoft Precision Touchpad | — |
| Wireless & Networking | ||
| Wi-Fi Standard | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Wi-Fi IEEE Standard | IEEE 802.11ax | IEEE 802.11ax |
| Wi-Fi Bands | 2.4 / 5 / 6 GHz | 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz |
| Wi-Fi Spatial Streams | 2x2 | — |
| Wi-Fi Module | 2x2 AX+BT 6E | — |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 or above | 5.2 |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet Speed | Gigabit Ethernet | 1 Gbps |
| WWAN | No | No |
| Ports & Expansion | ||
| USB Type-A Port Count | 3 ports | 2 ports |
| USB Type-A Specifications | 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 + 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 | USB 2.0, USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps) |
| USB Type-C Port Count | 1 ports | 2 ports |
| USB Type-C Specifications | USB4 Type-C | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps) |
| USB4 Port Count | 1 ports | 0 ports |
| Thunderbolt Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| HDMI Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| DisplayPort Output | No | Mini DisplayPort 1.4 |
| RJ-45 Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| 3.5 mm Audio Combo Port Count | — | 1 ports |
| SD Card Slot Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| microSD Card Slot Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| Smart Card Reader | No | No |
| Security Lock Slot | Yes | Yes |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Battery Capacity | 76 Wh | 54 Wh |
| Battery Cells | 4 cells | — |
| Battery Chemistry | Lithium-ion | Li-ion |
| Battery Life | 7.5 hours | — |
| Battery Life Test Method | Video playback test (WUXGA + SSD) | — |
| Power Adapter | 100 W | 150 W |
| Power Connector | — | DC-in |
| Dimensions & Build | ||
| Width | 360 mm | 360 mm |
| Depth | 275.6 mm | 238 mm |
| Thickness | 24.5 mm | 22.7 mm |
| Weight | 2.44 kg | 2.08 kg |
| Security & Manageability | ||
| TPM | Firmware TPM | Intel PTT |
| Microsoft Pluton | Yes | — |
| BIOS / UEFI Password Support | Yes | — |
| Smart Card Support | No | No |
| Environment & Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 1 years | — |
| Warranty Type | Carry-in (International Travelers Warranty) | — |
Nitro V 16 and G5 share specifications such as Installed Memory (16 GB), Storage Capacity (512 GB), Form Factor (Clamshell), Laptop Category (Gaming).
The main differences: Processor Model (Nitro V 16: AMD Ryzen 7 260, G5: Intel Core i5-12500H); GPU Model (Nitro V 16: RTX 5050, G5: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU); Display Size (Nitro V 16: 16 inch, G5: 15.6 inch); Display Resolution (Nitro V 16: 1920 x 1200, G5: 1920 x 1080).
Nitro V 16 may suit users who need its differing values, while G5 benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.
