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Background

The Acer Nitro 5 AN515-55-55M1 is a gaming laptop from Acer that was released in 2020. The Acer Nitro 5 AN515-55-55M1 is a 15.6" black and red laptop designed for gaming on the go. It is capable of a high refresh rate (144Hz) for a smooth gaming experience. The chassis has remained consistent throughout the Acer Nitro 5 line internally and externally, including this one.

The Acer Nitro 5 AN515-55-55M1 has been superseded by the AN515-55-53E5 in 2021.

Identification

The top shell and bottom of the display bezel define the device as an "Acer," and the bottom-left sticker on the keyboard deck define the device as a "Nitro 5." The model number can be found on the rear of the device on the sticker near the bottom as "AN515-55-55M1."

Technical Specifications

Operating System:

  • Windows 10 Home

Processor:

  • Manufacturer: Intel
  • Processor Model: Core i5-10300H
  • Processor Speed: 2.50GHz
  • Processor Core: Quad-core

Display/Graphics:

  • Manufacturer: NVIDIA
  • Graphics Controller Model: GeForce GTX 1650
  • Graphics Memory: 4GB GDDR6 Dedicated
  • Screen Size: 15.6"
  • Screen Technology: IPS LCD Full HD, LED Backlight
  • Resolution: 1920 x 1080
  • Refresh Rate: 144Hz

Memory:

  • Memory Capacity: 8GB
  • Memory Technology: DDR4 SDRAM
  • Memory Slots: 2

Storage:

  • Solid State Drive Capacity: 512GB
  • M.2 Slots: 1

Network and Communication:

  • Wireless LAN Standard: IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax
  • Bluetooth Standard: Bluetooth 5.0

Battery and Power Information:

  • Number of Cells: 4-cell
  • Run Time: 11 Hours
  • Battery Technology: Lithium Ion
  • Maximum Power Supply Wattage: 135 W

Physical Characteristics:

  • Height: 0.94"
  • Weight: 14.3"
  • Depth: 10"
  • Weight: 5.07lbs

Interfaces, Ports, and Devices:

  • Microphone: Yes
  • Finger Print Reader: No
  • HDMI: Yes
  • Number of HDMI Outputs: 1
  • Number of USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A Ports: 2
  • Number of USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A Ports: 1
  • Number of USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C Ports: 1
  • Total Number of USB Ports: 4
  • USB Type-C: Yes
  • USB Type-C Detail: USB Type-C port supporting: USB 3.2 Gen 2 (up to 10 Gbps)
  • Network (RJ-45): Yes

Source to specifications is here.

Additional Information

Acer Nitro 5 AN515-55-55M1 Support Page

Teardown Video of the Acer Nitro 5 AN515-55-55M1

Acer Nitro 5 AN515-55-55M1 Amazon Page