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At the next@acer Global Press Conference during IFA Berlin 2024, Acer unveiled its first foray into the handheld gaming space – the Nitro Blaze 7 (GN771). The Nitro Blaze 7 will deliver an immersive on-the-go experience for players with its compact and powerful design.
The Nitro Blaze 7 packs impressive hardware, including an AMD Ryzen 7 8840HS processor featuring Ryzen AI technology. This chip provides up to 39 total AI TOPS, optimizing performance and responsiveness across a wide range of games and apps. AMD Radeon 780M graphics, Radeon Super Resolution, and AMD FreeSync Premium further bolster the system for ultra-smooth visuals.
Acer has outfitted the Nitro Blaze 7 with a 7-inch Full HD IPS touch display boasting a rapid 144Hz refresh rate. This, combined with the AMD technologies, aims to provide an engaging and stutter-free visual experience for players. In addition, the device runs on Windows 11 and features Acer’s new Game Space app, which integrates multiple gaming platforms into a centralized library.
Designed for portability, the Nitro Blaze 7 features a compact and lightweight form factor that allows users to easily carry it in a bag or pocket. Connectivity is enhanced with Wi-Fi 6E support, while versatile port options include USB4 with fast charging and a MicroSD card reader.
Acer’s entry into the handheld gaming market with the Nitro Blaze 7 presents an intriguing new option for players seeking a powerful, portable, and AI-enhanced gaming experience. Additionally, as the device hits the market, it will be interesting to see how it fares against established competitors in the evolving handheld gaming landscape.
Specifications
| Model | GN771 |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Home |
| Processors | AMD Ryzen™ 7 8840HS (8-Core, 16-threads, 24 MB cache, up to 5.1 GHz max boost)AMD Ryzen AI, Supports up to total 39 AI TOPS |
| Graphics | AMD Radeon™ 780M (Up to 2.7 GHz, AMD RDNA™ 3 12 CUs) |
| Screen | 7" Full HD (1920 x 1080) IPS Display, 144 Hz, 500 nits, 10-point touch panel, 7 ms response time, 100% sRGB, AMD FreeSync™ Premium |
| Memory | 16GB LPDDR5x SDRAM, 7500 MT/s (onboard) |
| Storage | Up to 2 TB M.2 NVMe™ PCIe® 4.0 x4 Gen 4 SSD |
| I/O Ports | 2 x USB4® (Type-C 40 Gbps), Micro SD Card (SD 4.0) |
| Control and Input | A B X Y buttons, D-Pad, LB/RB Bumpers, LS/RS Sticks, LT/RT Hall effect triggers, Power button with fingerprint reader, volume button, view button, menu button, Acer Game Space button, Pop-up keyboard button, Acer quick menu button, Mode switch button, |
| Audio | Speaker: 2 x 1WMicrophone: 2 x D-MicAudio Jack: 3.5 mm CTIA |
| Battery, Battery life | 50.04 Wh Li-Polymer battery |
| Power Supply | 65 W Type-C AC Adapter |
| WLAN and Bluetooth | Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Software | Acer Game Space, PC Game Pass (3 months) |
| Dimensions | 25.6 (W) x 11.35 (D) x 2.25 (H) cm |
| Weight | 670 g |
