The Acer Nitro V15 ANV15-52 is a 15.6-inch gaming laptop from Acer's Nitro range, fitted here with a current NVIDIA graphics chip. This version, part number NH.QZAEK.008, has a GeForce RTX 5060 laptop GPU, Intel's Core i7-13620H, 16GB of DDR4 memory, a 1TB PCIe 4.0 SSD and a 15.6-inch Full HD screen running at 165Hz. It's a 1080p gaming laptop.
We haven't had one on a desk, so there are no frame rates or temperature readings of our own here. Acer's UK tech-spec page for NH.QZAEK.008 is live and matches the figures below where it covers them. Several also come from Acer's UK tech-spec page for the ANV15-52-759K (NH.QZAEK.003), the same i7-13620H, 16GB and RTX 5060 build with a 512GB SSD, or from Acer's UK store sheets for two other ANV15-52 models, and the table at the end names the part number behind each. The Amazon UK listing covers this exact part.
Sources: Acer UK, ANV15-52-710T tech specs; Acer UK, ANV15-52-759K tech specs; Acer UK store sheets for NH.QZAEK.00A and NH.QZ9EK.007; Acer's Nitro V 15 page; NVIDIA's RTX 50 series laptop specs; Intel's i7-13620H specs; and Amazon UK (B0B8H3YGN8).
Gaming on the RTX 5060
NVIDIA gives the RTX 5060 laptop GPU 3,328 CUDA cores and 8GB of GDDR7 with 384GB/s of bandwidth. It's a Blackwell chip with fifth-generation Tensor cores, so it supports DLSS 4 and Multi Frame Generation.
How much power it gets is up to each laptop maker. NVIDIA's own table runs from 45W to 100W, with boost clocks anywhere between 1455MHz and 2497MHz, and two laptops sold as "RTX 5060" can end up some distance apart.
Acer's sheets for the RTX 5060 ANV15-52 models (NH.QZAEK.003 and NH.QZAEK.00A) give a maximum graphics power of up to 75W with a boost clock of up to 1695MHz, and Acer defines that figure as the most the GPU can draw in any mode, Dynamic Boost included. That sits around the middle of NVIDIA's range. Acer's Nitro V 15 page quotes up to 85W for the range as a whole. Acer's own page for NH.QZAEK.008 gives the same up to 75W, so that's the number to plan around.
So the Nitro V15 is an entry route to the RTX 5060 rather than the fastest way to own one, since NVIDIA's range lets other makers give the same chip up to 100W and higher clocks.
DLSS is NVIDIA's AI upscaling and frame generation, which Acer's page describes as boosting frame rates and cutting latency. It only works in games that have added it, so check your library if you're counting on it.
Intel Core i7-13620H
Intel launched the i7-13620H in early 2023, so it isn't new. It has six performance cores and four efficient cores, 16 threads, a 24MB cache and a top turbo speed of 4.9GHz. Intel rates it at 45W base power and up to 115W in turbo.
Alongside the RTX 5060 it has Intel UHD Graphics built in. Intel's DDR4 support tops out at 3200 MT/s, which is the memory type this laptop uses.
Cooling, Fans and Noise
Acer's spec sheet doesn't give a fan count, a heat-pipe layout or a noise figure for the ANV15-52, and we won't guess at them. The Amazon listing describes a pair of fans with dual intakes and exhausts. What Acer does include is NitroSense, its control app, which shows internal temperatures and lets you change fan speeds and performance settings. There's a dedicated NitroSense key on the keyboard.
If you'll be gaming in a shared room, have a headset ready until you know how loud yours gets. Keep the vents clear too, which means a desk rather than a duvet.
Display: 15.6-Inch Full HD at 165Hz
The screen is a 15.6-inch IPS panel at 1920 x 1080 and 165Hz, with the matte finish Acer calls ComfyView. Matte cuts reflections from windows and ceiling lights. Full HD at this size works out at about 141 pixels per inch, sharp at arm's length and light enough on the GPU to keep frame rates up.
Acer gives no brightness or response time for the 165Hz panel, and rates its colour gamut at 45% NTSC. Its Nitro V 15 page advertises up to 100% sRGB and 3ms, but those figures go with a 180Hz panel elsewhere in the range. 45% NTSC is a narrow gamut, and the missing brightness figure matters most in a bright room; for photo editing or print, plan on an external monitor with a stated sRGB figure.
Battery Life and Charging
The battery is 76Wh, and Acer's sheet gives a maximum run time of 8 hours. Acer's own note says battery life varies with configuration, settings and what you're doing, and a maximum figure like that isn't a gaming figure. Plan on gaming with the charger connected.
Acer supplies a 135W power adapter. Its sheets don't say whether the USB-C port can charge the laptop, so treat the supplied adapter as the charger and take it with you if you'll be playing away from home.
Size, Weight and Portability
It weighs 2.11kg and measures 362.3 x 239.9 x 23.5mm, which is normal for a 15.6-inch gaming laptop. It goes in most 15.6-inch bags and is easy enough to carry between rooms or to a lecture. Add the 135W adapter and a daily commute gets heavier, which is where a thin non-gaming laptop wins.
Keyboard and Touchpad
The keyboard has an amber backlight, a UK layout, a numeric keypad and a Copilot key, plus indicator lights for caps lock and microphone mute. On a 15.6-inch laptop the keypad pushes the main keys left of centre, so your hands won't sit quite in line with the screen. The touchpad carries Microsoft Precision Touchpad certification, so Windows handles its gestures directly.
Ports and Connectivity
Acer lists three USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports, one USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, HDMI, gigabit Ethernet and an audio jack. Three USB-A ports cover a mouse, a headset dongle and a USB stick without an adapter, and the Ethernet port is the steadiest connection for online games.
Acer's UK sheet lists one Thunderbolt port but doesn't give its version, and it also lists the Type-C as USB 3.2 Gen 2, rated at up to 10Gbps. The Amazon listing calls it Thunderbolt 4. If you're buying for a Thunderbolt dock, confirm the port with Acer first. Amazon names HDMI and Thunderbolt 4 as the routes to an external monitor.
Wireless is Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) plus Bluetooth. Acer's sheets don't mention Wi-Fi 6E or Wi-Fi 7, so don't count on either.
Upgrading the RAM and Storage
Acer's sheets give two memory slots and a 32GB maximum, and the memory is DDR4. Acer doesn't say whether the 16GB here is one 16GB module or two 8GB modules. With a single module, adding a matching 16GB stick takes you to 32GB and runs the memory in dual channel. With two 8GB modules, getting to 32GB means replacing both. Task Manager's memory page shows how many slots are in use, so check before you buy parts.
The SSD is a single M.2 PCIe 4.0 NVMe drive. Acer doesn't list a second M.2 slot, so if 1TB fills up, plan on cloning to a bigger drive unless you've confirmed a spare slot inside.
Webcam, Speakers and Microphones
There's a webcam, a microphone and two speakers. Acer's range page adds PurifiedVoice noise suppression for calls, and PurifiedView framing and background blur for video. No webcam resolution is given. For voice chat in games, a headset microphone will beat the built-in one.
Setting It Up for Games
In Windows Settings, go to Display, then Advanced display, and make sure the refresh rate reads 165Hz. Laptops sometimes arrive set to 60Hz, and then the screen looks no smoother than an office machine's.
Install the latest NVIDIA driver through the NVIDIA app rather than waiting for Windows Update, and set your games to use the high-performance GPU in Windows' Graphics settings. Then pick a performance mode in NitroSense before you play.
If the fans get louder over the months, have the fans and heatsink cleaned. It's a routine job for a repair shop.
Other ANV15-52 Versions and Alternatives
The ANV15-52 name covers several builds, and listings with near-identical titles are easy to mix up. Acer's UK store has sold an i7-13620H model with an RTX 5050 (NH.QZ9EK.007), in the same chassis with the same 75W graphics limit, and an i9-13900H model with the RTX 5060 and 32GB (NH.QZAEK.00A). UK retailers also list an i5 build with the RTX 5060 (NH.QZAEK.002), and there's the 512GB i7 RTX 5060 version (NH.QZAEK.003). Listings for an i7 with an RTX 5050 and a 512GB SSD also turn up, but we couldn't match one to an Acer part number. Check the GPU and part number on any listing before you pay.
If you're weighing up other RTX 5060 laptops, we've also covered the ASUS ROG Strix G16 and the ASUS V16, and there's a wider pick in our best Acer laptops guide. Compare stated graphics power, not only the GPU name.
Warranty
Acer's sheet and the Amazon listing both give a one-year Acer warranty. That's short for a gaming laptop, so keep the receipt.
Who Should Buy the Nitro V15 ANV15-52
Someone who games at 1080p at a desk near a socket, and doesn't want to pay for a higher-power RTX 5060, will get the most from it; a student who games in the evenings is the obvious case. If you need a full day unplugged or accurate colour for editing, look elsewhere.
Full Specifications
| Specification | Detail | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Model | Acer Nitro V 15 ANV15-52, part number NH.QZAEK.008 | Amazon UK |
| Processor | Intel Core i7-13620H: 10 cores (6P + 4E), 16 threads, up to 4.9GHz, 24MB cache, 45W base, 115W max turbo | Intel |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 laptop GPU, 8GB GDDR7, 3,328 CUDA cores | NVIDIA, Amazon UK |
| Graphics power and boost clock | Up to 75W including Dynamic Boost, up to 1695MHz | Acer NH.QZAEK.008, NH.QZAEK.003, NH.QZAEK.00A |
| Integrated graphics | Intel UHD Graphics | Intel |
| Memory | 16GB DDR4; two slots, 32GB maximum | Amazon UK; Acer NH.QZAEK.00A (slots) |
| Storage | 1TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD | Amazon UK; Acer NH.QZAEK.003 (interface) |
| Display | 15.6-inch IPS, 1920 x 1080, 16:9, 165Hz, matte (ComfyView) | Acer NH.QZAEK.003, Amazon UK |
| Colour gamut | 45% NTSC | Acer NH.QZAEK.008 |
| Brightness, response time | Not published for the 165Hz panel | None |
| Battery | 76Wh lithium-ion, up to 8 hours | Acer NH.QZAEK.003, Amazon UK |
| Power adapter | 135W | Acer NH.QZAEK.003 |
| USB | 3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C | Acer NH.QZAEK.003 |
| Thunderbolt | 1 port, version not stated by Acer; Thunderbolt 4 per Amazon UK | Acer NH.QZAEK.008, NH.QZAEK.003; Amazon UK |
| Video output | HDMI | Acer NH.QZAEK.003, Amazon UK |
| Networking | Gigabit Ethernet, Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Bluetooth (5.1 or later on NH.QZAEK.003, 5.2 or later on NH.QZAEK.00A) | Acer |
| Audio | Two speakers, microphone, audio jack | Acer NH.QZAEK.003 |
| Webcam | Yes, resolution not published | Acer NH.QZAEK.00A, Amazon UK |
| Keyboard | Amber backlight, UK layout, numeric keypad, Copilot key, NitroSense key | Acer NH.QZAEK.003, NH.QZAEK.00A; Amazon UK |
| Touchpad | Microsoft Precision Touchpad | Acer NH.QZAEK.003 |
| Cooling control | NitroSense app: temperatures, fan speeds, performance settings | Acer Nitro V 15 page |
| Dimensions | 362.3 x 239.9 x 23.5mm | Acer NH.QZAEK.003 |
| Weight | 2.11kg | Acer NH.QZAEK.003, Amazon UK |
| Security | Kensington lock slot, firmware TPM, BIOS passwords | Acer NH.QZAEK.003 |
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home | Acer NH.QZAEK.003, Amazon UK |
| Warranty | 1 year, Acer | Acer store sheets, Amazon UK |
| Not published | Noise level, screen brightness, webcam resolution, spare M.2 slot | None |
| Price | £1,049.99 | Amazon, live |
Final Verdict
It combines an RTX 5060 with a 165Hz Full HD screen and takes up to 32GB of memory. Acer's 75W rating for the RTX 5060 versions of this chassis (the .008's own sheet, as well as the .003 and .00A) is the ceiling, so compare its price with RTX 5060 laptops that publish higher graphics power before you buy.
What works. What doesn’t.
5 + 4What we liked5 reasons
- RTX 5060 with 8GB GDDR7 and DLSS 4
- 165Hz Full HD matte screen
- Two memory slots, up to 32GB
- 1TB PCIe 4.0 SSD
- Gigabit Ethernet and three USB-A ports
Where it falls4 reasons
- Acer's sheets for the RTX 5060 ANV15-52 give up to 75W, below the 100W NVIDIA allows
- USB-C charging isn't stated
- Narrow 45% NTSC colour gamut, and no published brightness figure
- One-year warranty
Full specifications
12 attributes| Screen size | 15.6 |
|---|---|
| CPU brand | Intel |
| GPU type | NVIDIA dedicated |
| RAM | 16GB |
| Storage type | PCI Express NVMe 4.0 SSD |
| Battery life H | 8 |
| Battery WH | 76 |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 |
| CPU | Intel Core i7-13620H |
| Display refresh HZ | 165 |
| Display resolution | 1920x1080 |
| Display size IN | 15.6 |
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Frequently asked
10 questions01Is the Acer Nitro V15 with RTX 5060 good for gaming?+
It's built for 1080p, and the RTX 5060 and 165Hz screen suit that. Acer rates the RTX 5060 ANV15-52 models at up to 75W of graphics power, while NVIDIA lets makers go to 100W, so laptops that give the chip more power have more headroom.
02What is the GPU power (TGP) of the Acer Nitro V15 ANV15-52?+
Acer's UK sheets for the RTX 5060 ANV15-52 models (NH.QZAEK.008, NH.QZAEK.003 and NH.QZAEK.00A) list up to 75W including Dynamic Boost, with a boost clock of up to 1695MHz. NVIDIA's range for this GPU is 45W to 100W.
03Does the Acer Nitro V15 ANV15-52 support DLSS Frame Generation?+
Yes. The RTX 5060 supports DLSS 4, including Multi Frame Generation, in games that have added it.
04Can you charge the Acer Nitro V15 ANV15-52 via USB-C?+
Acer's UK sheets don't say the USB-C port charges it. It comes with a 135W adapter, and that's the charger to rely on.
05Does the Nitro V15 ANV15-52 have Thunderbolt 4?+
Acer's UK sheet lists one Thunderbolt port without giving its version, and the Amazon listing says Thunderbolt 4. Acer also lists the Type-C as USB 3.2 Gen 2, so if you're buying for a Thunderbolt dock, confirm the port with Acer first.
06How long does the Nitro V15 battery last?+
Acer quotes up to 8 hours from the 76Wh battery and notes that battery life varies with configuration, settings and use. It isn't a gaming figure, so keep the charger nearby when you play.
07How loud are the fans on the Nitro V15 during gaming?+
Acer doesn't publish a noise figure. Its NitroSense app, opened from a key on the keyboard, controls fan speed and performance mode.
08Can you upgrade the RAM in the Acer Nitro V15 ANV15-52?+
Acer lists two memory slots and a 32GB maximum for the ANV15-52, and the memory is DDR4. Check in Task Manager whether your 16GB uses one slot or both before buying more.
09Is the Acer Nitro V15 ANV15-52 good for students?+
For a student who games and mostly works near a socket, yes. At 2.11kg plus a 135W adapter it's a lot to carry every day, and you'd want the charger for a full day of lectures.
10Does the Nitro V15 ANV15-52 have an ethernet port?+
Yes, a gigabit Ethernet port, alongside Wi-Fi 6.
