Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-55) vs. MSI GL63 9SD (478UK)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-55)
Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-55)

Our Rating: 78 %

MSI GL63 9SD (478UK)
MSI GL63 9SD (478UK)

Our Rating: 75 %

Detailed comparison and review of Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-55) and MSI GL63 9SD (478UK). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-55) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-55) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

affordable price point

cooling system efficiency

expandable storage options

decent build quality

heavyweight design

average battery life

dim display

limited color accuracy

MSI GL63 9SD (478UK) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI GL63 9SD (478UK) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

vivid full-hd display

comfortable keyboard layout

reasonable price point

decent cooling system

average battery life

heavy build

limited port selection

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-55) and MSI GL63 9SD (478UK)
69 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
69 % - Design
72 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-55) vs. MSI GL63 9SD (478UK) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-55) MSI GL63 9SD (478UK)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.34 cm x 25.5 cm x 2.39 cm 38.3 cm x 26 cm x 2.95 cm
Weight 2.3 kg 2.3 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate, ABS plastic -
Colour Obsidian black Black
DISPLAY Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-55) MSI GL63 9SD (478UK)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 144 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² -
Features Anti-glare, ComfyView, 25 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display WideView
PROCESSOR Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-55) MSI GL63 9SD (478UK)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10300H / 2.5 GHz Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 6-core
Cache 8 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset Intel HM470 Mobile Intel HM370
Features Intel Smart Cache Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-55) MSI GL63 9SD (478UK)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 16 GB
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Rated Speed - 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-55) MSI GL63 9SD (478UK)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
Secondary Storage - 1 TB HDD / 7200 rpm
AUDIO & VIDEO Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-55) MSI GL63 9SD (478UK)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Ti NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Frame Rate - 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers
Codec Realtek ALC295 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, DTS:X Ultra -
Audio Features Acer TrueHarmony technology -
COMMUNICATIONS Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-55) MSI GL63 9SD (478UK)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 2230 -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Killer Ethernet E2600 -
BATTERY Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-55) MSI GL63 9SD (478UK)
Technology - 6-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 51 Wh
AC ADAPTER Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-55) MSI GL63 9SD (478UK)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 135 Watt 180 Watt
INPUT Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-55) MSI GL63 9SD (478UK)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-gesture touch pad, Acer FineTip keyboard, precision touchpad Red backlighting
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-55) MSI GL63 9SD (478UK)
Interfaces HDMI
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (with power off charging)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
HDMI
Microphone input
Headphone output
LAN
Mini DisplayPort
USB 3.2 Gen 2
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-55) MSI GL63 9SD (478UK)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-55) MSI GL63 9SD (478UK)
Included Accessories Power adapter, HDD kit Power adapter
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Acer CoolBoost technology, Acer NitroSense -
SAR Value 1.12 W/kg (body), 1.12 W/kg (limb), 1.12 W/kg (head) -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return
Model Number 50TZ -
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