Acer Nitro V 16 (2026)

About Acer Nitro V 16 (2026)

Acer Nitro V 16 (2026) is a gaming laptop for first-time gaming laptop buyers who want a large 165Hz screen. It combines Intel Core i7-13620H with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU, 8GB, 16GB / 32GB of memory and a 16.0-inch IPS, anti-glare display. In the United States, pricing starts at $999.99.

Design and display

The Acer Nitro V 16 weighs 2.25 kg (4.96 lb) and measures 362.3 x 249.2 x 22.9-24.9 mm. It uses a plastic chassis. The 16.0-inch panel runs at 1920 x 1200 with a 165Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 300 nits. This configuration does not include a touchscreen. The headline feature is a 16-inch 165Hz display, RTX 4060 graphics and a budget-friendly starting price.

Performance and graphics

Performance comes from Intel Core i7-13620H, which has 10 cores, 16 threads. Graphics are handled by NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU, 8GB. The laptop can be configured with 16GB / 32GB of DDR5-5600, 2x SO-DIMM memory; storage options include 512GB / 1TB M.2 PCIe Gen4 SSD. The operating system is Windows 11 Home.

Battery, ports and connectivity

A 57Wh, 3-cell battery delivers up to 5 hours of light use. Ports include 1x USB-C 3.2, 2x USB-A, HDMI 2.1, RJ-45, 3.5mm jack. Wireless connectivity includes Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3. The webcam is 1080p. Audio comes from stereo speakers with DTS:X. Charging is handled by a 135W barrel adapter.

Key specifications

• Processor: Intel Core i7-13620H
• Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Laptop GPU, 8GB
• Memory: 16GB / 32GB
• Storage: 512GB / 1TB M.2 PCIe Gen4 SSD
• Display: 16.0 inches, 1920 x 1200, 165Hz
• Weight: 2.25 kg (4.96 lb)
• Battery: 57Wh, 3-cell, Up to 5 hours of light use
• Operating system: Windows 11 Home

What we like

• Affordable RTX gaming
• Smooth 165Hz panel
• Upgradeable memory and storage

What to consider

• Plastic build
• Modest battery life

Price and availability

In the USA, the Acer Nitro V 16 starts at $999.99. Prices rise with memory, storage and display upgrades, and retailer promotions can change the street price. Check current listings before ordering, especially if you need a specific configuration.

Verdict

The Acer Nitro V 16 makes the most sense for first-time gaming laptop buyers who want a large 165Hz screen. It is less suitable if you need long battery life or a premium chassis. Its main strengths are affordable RTX gaming, smooth 165Hz panel and upgradeable memory and storage. Keep in mind plastic build and modest battery life.