Acer Nitro V 17 is more efficient: RTX 5070 gaming with 56% lower power consumption
One of the most affordable RTX 5070 gaming laptops
The Acer Nitro V 17 ranks among the most affordable gaming laptops equipped with an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070, not only in the 17-inch segment, as we have already shown in this article. As is often the case with budget gaming laptops, manufacturers usually try to match the performance of more expensive competitors, while cutting costs in other areas.
Efficiency instead of maximum performance
The affordable Nitro V 17 does make compromises in certain areas, but its key strengths are surprisingly not tied to raw performance. Comparing the Nitro V 17 with several other budget gaming laptops reveals that Acer’s system stands out for its particularly low power consumption and quiet operation.
One clear example: In Cyberpunk 2077 at Ultra settings, the similarly priced Lenovo LOQ 17 is around five percent faster, but also 17 percent louder and consumes 56 percent more power. We have seen a similar approach recently with the Asus TUF Gaming A18. More budget-focused gaming laptops are now prioritizing efficiency, quieter operation, and lower power consumption over maximum performance.
Our measurements were taken using the Performance mode in Acer’s NitroSense control center. Above this sits only the Turbo mode, which increases fan noise from around 47 dB to just over 50 dB—a fairly average level for this performance class. However, even in Cyberpunk 2077, Turbo mode delivers only a marginal performance gain of 1.14 percent.
A deliberate performance limit for the target audience
The decision to avoid pushing for maximum performance is therefore intentional - and arguably bold. At the same time, it also makes sense: performance enthusiasts are more likely to opt for significantly more expensive laptop models anyway. For budget-conscious gamers, peak frame rates may be less important than the typical downsides of maximum performance in this class, such as increased noise, higher temperatures, and elevated power consumption.
Who the Acer Nitro V 17 is really for
These findings highlight the core strengths of the Nitro V 17: efficiency, lower noise levels, and an attractive price. At its core, the Acer Nitro V 17 AI is aimed at budget-conscious gamers who value quieter and more power-efficient gaming over achieving the highest possible frame rates.
Whether this RTX 5070 gaming laptop is ultimately the right choice depends on a full understanding of its strengths and weaknesses. A detailed breakdown, along with our final verdict and recommendations, can be found in our full review of the Acer Nitro V 17 AI.
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