Acer is shaking up the budget gaming laptop market with a new lineup of Nitro V series notebooks featuring NVIDIA’s next-generation mobile GPUs. These affordable machines aim to put the power of the upcoming GeForce RTX 50 series, specifically the RTX 5050, within reach of more consumers, with prices starting as low as $900.
The announcement centers on new configurations of the popular Acer Nitro V 15 and Nitro V 16 models, poised to hit shelves starting in late July and August 2025.
Introducing the NVIDIA RTX 5050 Mobile GPU
While NVIDIA has yet to officially unveil its full GeForce RTX 50 series (Blackwell) lineup for laptops, Acer’s announcement, supported by recent leaks, points to the RTX 5050 mobile GPU being a key component of their budget offerings.
Unlike the desktop variants, the RTX 5050 is expected to be a laptop-exclusive GPU, following the pattern of the previous RTX 4050 mobile. Details regarding its exact specifications, such as CUDA core count and memory interface, haven’t been officially confirmed by NVIDIA. However, leaked information, reportedly from Acer’s own documentation and other sources like HP Victus specifications, suggests the RTX 5050 mobile will likely feature 8GB of GDDR7 VRAM.
Crucially, leaked specifications also indicate that the RTX 5050 mobile’s Total Graphics Power (TGP) and clock speeds will vary significantly depending on the specific laptop model and configuration. Leaks show TGPs ranging from as low as 50W to over 100W, with corresponding clock speeds varying widely. This means performance will differ between laptops equipped with the “same” RTX 5050, a common practice for mobile GPUs.
Despite potential hardware variations and an expected launch timeframe closer to CES 2025 for the broader mobile RTX 50 series, the inclusion of the RTX 5050 in these Acer Nitro V models is notable. Performance is expected to be significantly boosted by NVIDIA’s latest AI technologies, particularly DLSS 4 with Multi Frame Generation, which aims to improve frame rates and image quality even on more budget-focused hardware. However, some industry watchers express concern that 8GB of VRAM might become a limitation for demanding AAA games in the coming years.
New Acer Nitro V Laptops Detailed
Acer is rolling out three main configurations featuring the new GPU options:
Acer Nitro V 16 AI Copilot+
Features an NVIDIA RTX 5050 GPU, though configurations up to an RTX 5070 are also noted for this model.
Offers a choice of AMD Ryzen CPUs, including the Ryzen 5 240, Ryzen 7 260, or Ryzen 7 350.
Comes equipped with 16GB of RAM.
Storage starts at 512GB (likely upgradable).
Features a 16-inch WUXGA display with a fast 180Hz refresh rate.
Starting Price: $900.
Availability: Expected in August at Walmart.
Standard Acer Nitro V 16
Powered by Intel Core Ultra CPUs, with options including the C5 210H or C7 240H.
Includes 16GB of RAM.
Storage options go up to 1TB.
Features a 16-inch display available with either a 165Hz or 180Hz refresh rate.
Starting Price: $1,000.
Availability: Expected in August at various retailers beyond Walmart.
Acer Nitro V 15
Equipped with Intel Core processors, offering choices like the Core i5 13420H or Core i7 13620H.
Comes with 16GB of RAM.
Storage options go up to 1TB.
Features a 15.6-inch Full HD (FHD) display with a 165Hz refresh rate.
Starting Price: $900.
- Availability: Expected at the end of July at retailers including Walmart, Microcenter, and Newegg.
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What This Means for Budget Gamers
Acer’s move to incorporate next-gen NVIDIA graphics into its budget-friendly Nitro V series is a significant step towards making newer technology accessible. For under $1,000, consumers can potentially get their hands on laptops capable of leveraging the performance boosts from DLSS 4, offering a compelling entry point into modern PC gaming.
However, for budget-conscious buyers, the arrival of the RTX 50 series could also present an opportunity to find great deals on current-generation RTX 40 series gaming laptops. As new hardware launches, retailers often significantly discount the previous generation to clear stock. Given that RTX 40 series GPUs are still highly capable for gaming, waiting slightly could yield even better value on slightly older, but still powerful, hardware.
Ultimately, these new Acer Nitro V laptops with the RTX 5050 offer exciting potential for affordable performance, giving consumers more options in the competitive budget gaming laptop market.
