Comparison summary

  • Nitro V offers better bang for your buck.
  • Alienware DA15265 has Windows 11 Pro, which is better and safer than Windows 11 that is in Nitro V.
  • For displaying graphics DA15265 has a bit better graphics card.
  • Nitro V has a bigger screen.
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Alienware DA15265

Acer Nitro V 16″

2026 modelAMD CPU
2026 modelIPS screen

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Alienware DA15265Acer Nitro V 16″
Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a laptop and is responsible for executing programs.
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AMD Ryzen 5 220-
Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop.
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32gb32gb
Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs.
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GeForce RTX 4050GeForce RTX 5050
Screen size
15.3″16″
Screen resolution
WUXGA (1920 x 1200 pixels)WUXGA (1920 x 1200 pixels)
Weight
7.6 lbs (3.45 kg)-
Size (length x width x height)
14.04 x 10.24 x 0.78 inches
(35.66 x 26.01 x 1.98 cm)
Operating system (OS)
Windows 11 ProWindows 11
Hard drives
1000gb SSD1000gb SSD
Release date
September 6, 2026October 2, 2026
Amazon.com List Price
$1,989.00$1,789.99
Amazon.com Lowest New Price
$1,989.00$1,789.99
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Acer Nitro V 16″
Runs 80% of new games on recommended RTX 5060 GPU2026 model16 GB RAMIPS screen
$1,829.95
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Acer Nitro V 16″
Runs 80% of new games on recommended RTX 5060 GPU2026 model32 GB RAMIPS screen
$1,919.95
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ASUS ROG Strix G16
Runs 80% of new games on recommended RTX 5060 GPU2026 model16 GB RAMi7 CPU
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ASUS ROG Strix G16
G615JMR-AS74
Runs 80% of new games on recommended RTX 5060 GPU2025 model16 GB RAMi7 CPU
$1,619.85
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Compare Alienware DA15265 vs ASUS TUF F16 (F16Fi7)
ASUS TUF F16
F16Fi7
Runs 80% of new games on recommended RTX 5060 GPU2026 model16 GB RAMi7 CPUIPS screen
$1,599.99
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MSI Cyborg 17
B2074
Runs 80% of new games on recommended RTX 5060 GPU2025 model16 GB RAM
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Alienware DA15265 summary

Alienware DA15265 is a gaming laptop with Windows 11 Pro released in 2026. It doesn't come with the top AMD CPU, though enough RAM for its price. The laptop has the GeForce RTX 4050 video card which is unimpressive for playing games. You can run older games on recommended settings, but using lower graphics settings you can play 60% of the games published this year. WUXGA resolution is impressive for the 15-inch 165 Hz monitor. Your 1000gb SSD storage is acceptable. It is quite bulky at 7.6 lbs (3.45 kg).

Dell Alienware 15 15.3" WUXGA 165Hz Gaming Laptop, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 6GB GDDR6, AMD Ryzen 5 220, 32GB DDR5, 2TB Storage(1TB SSD+1TB Docking Station), Backlit Keyboard, Win 11 Pro, Black

【Upgraded】Seal is opened for upgrade only, 1-Year warranty on Upgraded RAM/SSD, and original 1-Year Manufacture warranty on remaining components.【15.3" WUXGA 165Hz Display】Featuring a sharp 1920 × 1200 resolution and a fast 165Hz refresh rate, it delivers crisp details and smooth, fluid visuals for an enhanced experience in gaming, media streaming, and everyday work.

【AMD Ryzen 5 220】Powered by advanced AMD architecture, it delivers responsive performance and smooth multitasking for everyday office work, entertainment, web browsing, and regular computing tasks.

【NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 6GB GDDR6 Graphics】Powered by NVIDIA GeForce RTX graphics and fast GDDR6 memory, it delivers smooth, detailed visuals and responsive performance for gaming, content creation, streaming, and everyday applications.【Backlit Keyboard】Enhances typing comfort and visibility, providing precise, responsive keystrokes for easy and comfortable operation even in low-light environments.

【32GB DDR5】Delivers fast, responsive performance for smooth multitasking and demanding workloads.【1TB SSD】Provides fast data access and ample space for apps, games, and media, reducing boot and loading times.

【Win 11 Pro】【Dimension & Weight】13.76" x 9.85" x 0.9", 4.85 lb.【Ports】2 x USB-C, 2 x USB-A, 1 x HDMI, 1 x DC-in, 1 x Global headset jack, 1 x RJ 45. Wi-Fi 6 + Bluetooth.【Bonus Docking Station Set】1x 7-in-1 Docking Station with 1TB Storage, 1x 32GB MicroSD Card with Adapter, 1x Type-C Data Cable, 1x 3-in-1 Charging Cable, 1x Suede Cleaning Cloth.

ASIN: B0HHJ1RK7N

Acer Nitro V 16″ summary

Acer Nitro V is a Windows gaming laptop released in 2026. It has the GeForce RTX 5050 video card which is underwhelming for gaming. You can run older games on recommended settings, but using lower graphics settings you can play 50% of the games published this year. WUXGA resolution is reasonable for the 16-inch 165 Hz IPS display. The 1000gb SSD storage is okay.

Acer Nitro V 16" WUXGA 165Hz Gaming Laptop - NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 - Intel Core 7 240H Processor - 32GB DDR5 1TB SSD - Backlit KB Wi-Fi6E Bluetooth Win11 Obsidian Black - w/USB Hub - W/GaLiMu

✔【Screen】 16-inch WUXGA (1920 x 1200) IPS anti-glare display with a 16:10 aspect ratio, 165Hz refresh rate, 3ms response time, and 400 nits brightness;

✔【Processor】 Intel Core 7 Series 2 240H (Deca-core / 10 Cores, 2.50 GHz base up to 5.20 GHz boost clock);

✔【Graphics】 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 GDDR7 8 gigabytes Laptop GPU powered by the Blackwell architecture, featuring DLSS 4 support;

✔【Memory & Storage】 32GB DDR5 megahertz and 1TB PCIe NVMe SSD;

✔【Connectivity】 1 x USB-C 3.2, 3 x USB-A 3.2, 1 x HDMI 2.1, Display connection via USB port, Built-In Microphone, Headphone Jack, Wi-Fi 6 (IEEE 802.11ax) and Bluetooth;

✔【Operating System】 Windows 11

ASIN: B0HLS2BY1M

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