Side by side comparison and review of Alienware M15 and Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-52). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Alienware M15 | Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-52) |
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Product Type | Notebook | Notebook |
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Dimensions (WxDxH) | 36.25 cm x 27.5 cm x 1.999 cm | 39 cm x 26.6 cm x 2.675 cm |
Weight | 2.2 kg | 2.7 kg |
Colour | Epic silver | Shale black |
DISPLAY | Alienware M15 | Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-52) |
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Screen Size (Type) | 15.6" - IPS | 15.6" - IPS |
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LCD Backlight Technology | - | LED backlight |
Screen Resolution | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) |
Pixel Density (ppi) | 141 | - |
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. | 60 Hz | - |
Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
Image Aspect Ratio | - | 16:9 |
Image Brightness | 300 cd/m² | 250 cd/m² |
Colour Gamut | 72% | - |
Features | Anti-glare, ±85° horizontal viewing angle, ±85° vertical viewing angle, Narrow Border Display, 0.179 mm pixel pitch | Anti-glare, ComfyView |
PROCESSOR | Alienware M15 | Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-52) |
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CPU | Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H / 2.2 GHz | Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8300H / 2.3 GHz |
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Max Turbo Speed | 4.1 GHz | 4 GHz |
Number of Cores | 6-core | Quad-Core |
Cache | 9 MB | 8 MB |
64-bit Computing | Yes | Yes |
Chipset | Mobile Intel HM370 | Mobile Intel HM370 |
Features | Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 | Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 |
MEMORY | Alienware M15 | Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-52) |
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RAM | 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) | 8 GB (2 x 4 GB) |
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Max RAM Supported | 32 GB | 32 GB |
RAM Type | DDR4 SDRAM | DDR4 SDRAM |
Speed | 2666 MHz | 2666 MHz |
Rated Speed | 2666 MHz | 2666 MHz |
Form Factor | SO-DIMM 260-pin | SO-DIMM 260-pin |
Slots Qty | 2 | - |
Empty Slots | 1 | - |
STORAGE | Alienware M15 | Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-52) |
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Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe | 16 GB SSD M.2 - 3D Xpoint (Optane) - Intel |
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Secondary Storage | - | 1 TB HDD SATA / 5400 rpm - HGST |
AUDIO & VIDEO | Alienware M15 | Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-52) |
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Graphics Processor (GPU) | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti |
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Video Memory | 6 GB GDDR5 SDRAM | 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM |
Camera | Yes - Full HD | Yes - 1280 x 720 |
Resolution | 2 Megapixel | - |
Camera Features | 74.9 degrees | 720p HD movie recording |
Video Resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | - |
Frame Rate | 30 frames per second | - |
Sound | Stereo speakers, dual array microphone | Stereo speakers, microphone |
Codec | Realtek ALC3281-CG | - |
Compliant Standards | High Definition Audio | Dolby Audio Premium |
COMMUNICATIONS | Alienware M15 | Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-52) |
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Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wave 2, Bluetooth 5.0 |
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Wireless Controller | Killer Wireless-AC 1550 - M.2 Card | Intel Wireless-AC 9560 |
Network Interface | Gigabit Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet |
Ethernet Controller | Killer Ethernet E2500 | - |
BATTERY | Alienware M15 | Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-52) |
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Technology | 4-cell Lithium Ion | 4-cell Lithium Ion |
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Battery Capacity (Size) | 60 Wh | 3320 mAh |
AC ADAPTER | Alienware M15 | Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-52) |
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Input | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) |
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Output | 19.5 V | 135 Watt, 19 V |
INPUT | Alienware M15 | Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-52) |
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Type | Keyboard, touchpad | Keyboard, touchpad |
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Numeric Keypad | Yes | Yes |
Keyboard Backlight | Yes (RGB) | Yes |
Features | Multi-gesture touch pad, 4-zone illumination | - |
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | Alienware M15 | Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-52) |
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Interfaces | 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 USB 3.1 Gen 1 (PowerShare) USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 3) HDMI Mini DisplayPort Graphics Amplifier Port Headphone/microphone combo jack LAN |
LAN USB 3.0 HDMI 2 x USB 2.0 USB-C Headphone/microphone combo jack |
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Memory Card Reader | - | Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) |
SOFTWARE | Alienware M15 | Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-52) |
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Operating System (OS) | Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition | Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition |
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MISCELLANEOUS | Alienware M15 | Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-52) |
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Included Accessories | Power adapter | Power adapter |
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Security Slot Type | Noble Wedge security slot | Kensington security slot |
Theft/Intrusion Protection | Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) | Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) |
Features | - | Built-in 2 cooling fans, MU-MIMO technology, Acer CoolBoost technology, WMR compatible |
Max Operating Temperature | 35 °C | - |
Min Operating Temperature | 0 °C | - |
Humidity Range Operating | 10 - 90% (non-condensing) | - |
Manufacturer Warranty | Limited warranty - 15 months | - |
Model Number | - | 59FT |