Acer Nitro 50 Gaming PC (DG.E2DAA.00B)
This model ranked #4 among Stationary Computers priced under $2000 in terms of bang-for-the-buck.
If you need an affordable gaming rig, you could do a lot worse than this one. With convenient storage space, a decent CPU and more graphical horsepower than your garden-variety PC, it's a compelling platform for gaming and creative projects.
Other Considerations
Here are a few things about this Stationary Computer which could come as a surprise. For each point, you will find how to fix it (if it's an issue) and how much to budget for it. Not every point below will be a concern, but hopefully, we can keep your surprises to a minimum.
Speakerless. This Stationary Computer needs external speakers to play sounds. Your options are to hook it up to a TV or a monitor with built-in speakers, use external speakers or a headset.$30+
No Camera or Microphone. If your plans include skyping with family members or playing with your friends online, you would need a webcam or, for best results, a headset and microphone.$40+
Screenless. If you don't already have a monitor from your last computer, you could connect this Stationary Computer to a TV or get a new monitor.$120+
No Optical Drive. If you still use CDs, DVDs, or Blu-Ray disks on a regular basis, you will need an external drive to read them with this Stationary Computer.$30+
Assuming you are starting over fresh, you can expect to spend $320 on accessories, for a total cost of $1270.
Who it's For
- Serious Gamer
- Aspiring Creative
- Photo Editor
- Multitasker
- Productivity-Focused User
- Audio Editor
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Specs
Operating System
Windows 10, Home Edition
CPU
Intel Core i5-11400F, 6 cores clocked from 2.6 to 4.4 GHz
GPU
Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650, 4 GB
Memory
8 GB
Storage
1.25 TB total, Solid State (very fast), 72000+ RPM hard drive (fast)
Dimensions and Weight
Dimensions (cm): w17.5 × d38.6 × h39.2
Dimensions (in): w6.89 × d15.2 × h15.43
Weight (kg): 7.15
Weight (lbs.): 15.77
Features
- Fixed storage: Solid State (very fast)
- Fixed storage: 72000+ RPM hard drive (fast)
- DVI
- HDMI
- Multiple Monitor Support
- USB Type-C
- USB Type-A
- USB 3.2
- Ethernet 10
- Ethernet 100
- Ethernet 1000 (Gigabit)
- 3.5mm Stereo jack
- Bluetooth 5
- Wi-Fi a
- Wi-Fi b
- Wi-Fi g
- Wi-Fi n
- Wi-Fi ac
- Wi-Fi 6 ax
Maintenance and Upgrades
I do not have much insight to offer regarding this product.
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Pricing and Current Offers
Software Compatibility
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Screen
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LG 8x External DVD Writer (GP65NB60)
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