Acer Nitro V 16S (RTX 5060 & Ryzen 7 260) Alienware 16 Aurora (RTX 5060 & Intel Core 7 240H) Comparison

Acer Nitro V 16S (RTX 5060 & Ryzen 7 260) $1,299	Alienware 16 Aurora (RTX 5060 & Intel Core 7 240H) $1,399	ASUS TUF A18 (RTX 5070 & Ryzen 7 260)
Overview
Brand
Acer	Alienware
Model
Nitro V 16S AI (ANV16S-41-R2AJ)	16 Aurora AC16250
Graphics
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU 8GB GDDR7	NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU
RTX 5060 Laptops
RAM
32GB DDR5-5600MHz	16GB DDR5-5600MHz
32GB Laptops \| 16GB Laptops
Storage
1TB NVMe PCIe Gen4 SSD	1TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe M.2 SSD
1TB Laptops
Display
16-inch WUXGA (1920 x 1200), 180Hz, IPS	16-inch WQXGA (2560 x 1600) WVA, 120Hz
Operating System
Windows 11 Home	Windows 11 Home
Weight
Approx. 2.5 kg or 5.51 lbs	Starting at 2.49 kg or 5.49 lbs
Color
Obsidian Black	Interstellar Indigo (Blue)
Processor
CPU
AMD Ryzen 7 260	Intel Core 7 Processor 240H (Series 2)
AMD Ryzen 7 Laptops \| Intel Core 7 Processor 240H (Series 2) Laptops
Cores
12 Cores	10 (6 Performance-cores + 4 Efficient-cores)
Threads
24 Threads	16.0
Base Clock
2.2 GHz (Estimated)	2.5 GHz (P-cores)
Max Turbo Boost
Up to 5.1 GHz (Estimated)	Up to 5.2 GHz (P-cores)
Cache
Not specified	24MB L3 Cache
TDP
45W (Base)	45W (Processor Base Power, Total Performance Power up to 115W CPU+GPU)
Architecture
	Meteor Lake (2nd Gen Core Ultra)
Additional Features
	Intel AI Boost NPU (up to 13 TOPS), Total processor performance up to 96 TOPS (CPU+NPU+GPU)
Display
Screen Size
16 inches	16 inches (40.64 cm)
Resolution
1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)	2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
Refresh Rate
180Hz	120Hz
Response Time
3ms	Not explicitly specified, but generally fast for gaming WVA/IPS panels.
Panel Type
IPS-Level	WVA (Wide Viewing Angle), Anti-Glare
Color Gamut
100% sRGB	100% sRGB
Brightness
400 nits	300 nits
Aspect Ratio
16:10	16:10
Additional Features
Acer ComfyView (Anti-Glare), G-SYNC Compatible	ComfortView Plus, Low Blue Light Technology, Flicker-Free (for some configurations), 1000:1 Contrast Ratio
Graphics
GPU
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU	NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU
VRAM
8GB GDDR7	8GB GDDR7
TGP
Up to 140W (Estimated with Dynamic Boost)	Up to 85W (Total Graphics Power) / Up to 115W (Total Performance Power - combined CPU+GPU)
Ray Tracing
Yes, with enhanced RT Cores	Yes
DLSS Support
Yes, DLSS 4.0 with Frame Generation & Ray Reconstruction	Yes, DLSS 4
Benchmark Scores
Not available (Next-generation GPU)
Additional Features
MUX Switch, Advanced Optimus, 572 AI TOPS	NVIDIA Optimus (Dynamic Display Switch), NVIDIA Reflex 2, NVIDIA GeForce Experience
Architecture
	NVIDIA Blackwell (implied for RTX 50 series)
Memory
RAM Type
DDR5	DDR5-SDRAM
RAM Speed
5600MHz	5600 MT/s
Expandable Memory
Yes, up to 64GB	Yes, up to 64GB (2x SO-DIMM slots, 16GB configured often means 2x8GB, but some base configs might be 1x16GB allowing for single slot upgrade to 32GB)
Storage
Primary Storage
1TB NVMe PCIe Gen4 SSD	1TB M.2 PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD
Secondary Storage Options
Available M.2 Slot	Supports up to 2x PCIe Gen4 SSD slots (one occupied, one likely free for expansion, check exact configuration)
RAID Support
No	Not explicitly specified
Gaming Features
Dedicated Gaming Keys
NitroSense Key	Not explicitly specified, but Alienware keyboard layout is gaming-optimized.
RGB Customization
4-Zone RGB Keyboard	Alienware White Backlit Keyboard (Single-Zone RGB, based on 'White Backlit' descriptions, not per-key RGB for this config), AlienFX lighting for customizable zones (implied by Alienware Command Center).
Game Optimization
NitroSense Utility Software	Alienware Command Center (for performance profiles, thermal management, AlienFX lighting), Killer Intelligence Center (for network optimization).
Performance
Cooling Technology
Dual-fan cooling system with four exhaust ports	Alienware Cryo-tech™ Cooling Technology (Dual fans, ultra-thin blades, copper heat pipes, Cryo-Chamber design optimizing airflow for core components)
Overclocking Support
No	Yes (via Alienware Command Center)
Performance Modes
Quiet, Balanced, Performance	Available via Alienware Command Center (e.g., Performance, Balanced, Quiet)
Benchmark Scores
Not available (Next-generation platform)	Not explicitly specified, but expected good performance for its class.
Battery
Capacity
57Wh	96 WHr, 6-cell Lithium-ion (integrated)
Backup Time
Up to 6 hours (light usage)	Not explicitly specified, but designed for mobile gaming and productivity.
Charging Type
Standard Charging	Standard Charging, USB Type-C Power Delivery (up to 100W)
Power Adapter
230W AC Adapter	180W AC Power Adapter
Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)	Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) (MediaTek Wi-Fi 7 MT7925, 2x2, MU-MIMO)
Bluetooth
5.3	5.4
Ports
1 x USB4 (Type-C), 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A (one with power-off charging), 1 x HDMI 2.1, 1 x RJ-45 LAN port, 1 x MicroSD Card Reader, 1 x 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack	2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps) Type-A ports, 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps) Type-C® port with DisplayPort™ 1.4a, 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps) Type-C® port with Power Delivery, 1x HDMI 2.1 port with Discrete Graphics Controller Direct Output, 1x Universal Audio Jack (3.5 mm headset/microphone combo), 1x RJ45 Ethernet port, 1x Power-adapter port
Ethernet
	1GbE RJ45 Ethernet Port
Keyboard & Touchpad
Keyboard Type
4-Zone RGB Backlit Keyboard	Alienware White Backlit Keyboard, English US layout (Single-Zone RGB)
Key Travel
1.6mm	Not explicitly specified
N-Key Rollover
Yes	Not explicitly specified
Touchpad Features
Precision Touchpad	Multi-touch gesture Premium Precision touchpad with integrated scrolling
Audio
Speakers
Stereo Speakers	Stereo speakers (2W x 2 = 4W total)
Audio Enhancements
DTS:X Ultra Audio	Realtek ALC3204 Audio Controller, Dual-array microphones
Dedicated Audio Jack
Yes	Yes (Universal Audio Jack)
Camera
Webcam
HD (720p) Webcam with Temporal Noise Reduction	720p at 30 fps HD camera, Dual-array microphones
Privacy Shutter
No	No
Enhancements
	Not explicitly specified for AI enhancements, but some Alienware models feature AI noise cancellation.
Build & Design
Material
Plastic Chassis	Anodized aluminum lid, Magnesium alloy interior frame, Durable chassis.
Color Options
Obsidian Black	Interstellar Indigo (Blue)
RGB Lighting
Yes, Keyboard	Single-zone keyboard backlight, AlienFX customizable zones (e.g., Alienware logo on lid, power button)
Dimensions
Approx. 360 x 279 x 26.9 mm	Height (peak): 22.70 mm (0.89 in) \| Width: 356.98 mm (14.05 in) \| Depth: 265.43 mm (10.45 in)
Additional Features
	Streamlined design without rear thermal shelf for portability, comfortable soft contours.
Special Features
Virtual Reality Ready
Yes	Yes
Advanced Cooling
Dual-fan system	Yes (Alienware Cryo-tech™ Cooling Technology)
Software
NitroSense, Acer PurifiedVoice 2.0 with AI Noise Reduction	Alienware Command Center, Windows 11 Home, Microsoft 365 (30-day trial), McAfee (trial)
AI Features
Dedicated Copilot key, AI-enhanced graphics and audio
Upgrade-Friendly Design
	Two user-upgradeable DDR5 SO-DIMM memory slots, two upgradeable PCIe Gen 4 SSD slots.
AI PC Features
	Intel AI Boost NPU for accelerated AI workloads.
Box Contents
Laptop
Yes	Yes
Power Adapter
Yes, 230W	Yes, 180W AC Adapter
User Manual
Yes	Yes
Warranty Card
Yes	Yes, 1-year Onsite Service
Additional Accessories
None	Microsoft 365 (30-day trial), McAfee (trial)
Launch Date
Release Date
Expected Q3 2024	June 2025 (as per current market listings, some sources indicate May 9, 2025)
Status
Announced / Forthcoming	Available

Which is Better: Acer Nitro V 16S (RTX 5060 & Ryzen 7 260) or Alienware 16 Aurora (RTX 5060 & Intel Core 7 240H)?

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Advantages of Acer Nitro V 16S (RTX 5060 & Ryzen 7 260):

Offers better RAM (32GB DDR5-5600MHz vs 16GB DDR5-5600MHz)

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