Nitro Blaze 7: Acer Unveils Its First AI-Powered Handheld Gaming PC
During IFA 2024, Acer introduced its first handheld gaming PC, the Nitro Blaze 7 (GN771), marking the company’s entry into the portable gaming market. The device is powered by an AMD Ryzen 7 8840HS processor with Ryzen AI technology, designed to optimize performance and responsiveness across games and applications.
The Nitro Blaze 7 features a 7-inch Full HD IPS display with a 144 Hz refresh rate and AMD FreeSync Premium for enhanced visuals and smooth gameplay. Its compact design makes it easy to carry, enabling on-the-go gaming.
The Nitro Blaze 7 integrates the Acer Game Space app, allowing users to manage and access games from multiple platforms. Running on Windows 11, the device supports seamless multitasking and ample storage with up to 2 TB of M.2 NVMe PCIe SSD and 16 GB LPDDR5x memory. It also comes with 3 months of PC Game Pass, offering access to a vast library of games.
Graphics performance is bolstered by AMD Radeon 780M and Radeon Super Resolution, ensuring lag-free, upscaled visuals. The device’s touch interface, combined with joystick and directional buttons, offers intuitive controls for players. Additionally, a hotkey provides instant access to game libraries, enhancing user convenience.
For connectivity, the Nitro Blaze 7 supports Wi-Fi 6E and includes ports like USB4 (Type-C) and a MicroSD card reader for expanded storage. With its powerful specs, portability, and innovative features, the Nitro Blaze 7 is designed to deliver a high-quality handheld gaming experience.
| Specifications | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Acer Nitro Blaze 7 |
| Model | GN771 |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Home |
| Processors | AMD Ryzen 7 8840HS (8-Core, 16-threads, 24 MB cache, up to 5.1 GHz max boost) AMD Ryzen AI, Supports up to total 39 AI TOPS |
| Graphics | AMD Radeon 780M (Up to 2.7 GHz, AMD RDNA 3 12 CUs) |
| Screen | 7″ Full HD (1920 × 1080) IPS Display, 144 Hz, 500 nits, 10-point touch panel, 7 ms response time, 100% sRGB, AMD FreeSync Premium |
| Memory | 16 GB LPDDR5x SDRAM, 7500 MT/s (onboard) |
| Storage | Up to 2 TB M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 Gen 4 SSD |
| I/O Ports | 2 x USB4 (Type-C 40 Gbps), Micro SD Card (SD 4.0) |
| Control and Input | A B X Y buttons, D-Pad, LB/RB Bumpers, LS/RS Sticks, LT/RT Hall effect triggers, Power button with fingerprint reader, volume button, view button, menu button, Acer Game Space button, Pop-up keyboard button, Acer quick menu button, Mode switch button |
| Audio | Speaker: 2 × 1W Microphone: 2 x D-Mic Audio Jack: 3.5 mm CTIA |
| Battery, Battery life | 50.04 Wh Li-Polymer battery |
| Power Supply | 65 W Type-C AC Adapter |
| WLAN and Bluetooth | Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Software | Acer Game Space, PC Game Pass (3 months) |
| Dimensions | 25.6 (W) x 11.35 (D) x 2.25 (H) cm |
| Weight | 670 g |
Pricing and Availability
Prices were not yet revealed, but they will vary by region, just like the availability and the specs. To learn more about this cool product, check out Acer’s official website.
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