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General

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Series

Nitro1Maker product pageacer.com/us-en/laptops/nitro/nitro-v-15/pdp/NH.U1PAA.002Read 30 September 2026

Katana1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/my/nb/Katana%2015%20HX%20B14WFK-289MY.pdfRead 15 October 2026Sheet series line: Katana 15 HX B14W.

Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

ANV15-52, ANV15-52-574M, NH.U1PAA.002, ANV15-52-50S21Maker product pageacer.com/us-en/laptops/nitro/nitro-v-15/pdp/NH.U1PAA.002Read 30 September 20262Owner's manualglobal-download.acer.com/GDFiles/Document/User%20Manual/User%20Manual_Acer_1.0_A_A.pdfRead 30 September 2026User manual covers ANV15-42 and ANV15-52, revision February 20253Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Affordable-gaming-entry-Acer-Nitro-V-15-doesn-t-impress-across-the-board.1220757.0.htmlRead 30 September 2026

B14WFK-289MY1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/my/nb/Katana%2015%20HX%20B14WFK-289MY.pdfRead 15 October 2026Sheet header: KATANA 15 HX B14WFK-289MY. The sheet is dated 2026-08-06. The B14WFK-285PH sheet lists the same hardware but Bluetooth v5.3.

GTIN / EAN

1951333130255Retailer pagemicrocenter.com/product/697953/acer-nitro-v-anv15-52-574m-156-gaming-laptop-computer-obsidian-blackRead 30 September 2026Exact ANV15-52-574M Product Information / UPC cell: 195133313025. Other regional or colour SKUs have no verified GTIN here.

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AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

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Status

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PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

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SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

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Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

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MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

US, DE1Maker product pageacer.com/us-en/laptops/nitro/nitro-v-15/pdp/NH.U1PAA.002Read 30 September 20263Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Affordable-gaming-entry-Acer-Nitro-V-15-doesn-t-impress-across-the-board.1220757.0.htmlRead 30 September 2026

MY1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/my/nb/Katana%2015%20HX%20B14WFK-289MY.pdfRead 15 October 2026MY is the Malaysia suffix. The sheet sits in the specSheet/my folder.

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Black1Maker product pageacer.com/us-en/laptops/nitro/nitro-v-15/pdp/NH.U1PAA.002Read 30 September 2026Product Color: Black

Black1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/my/nb/Katana%2015%20HX%20B14WFK-289MY.pdfRead 15 October 2026Chassis Color Black.2Maker product pagemy-store.msi.com/products/msi-katana-15-hx-b14wfk-289-gaming-laptopRead 15 October 2026

Segment

Gaming1Maker product pageacer.com/us-en/laptops/nitro/nitro-v-15/pdp/NH.U1PAA.002Read 30 September 2026

Gaming1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/my/nb/Katana%2015%20HX%20B14WFK-289MY.pdfRead 15 October 2026MSI sells the Katana series as gaming laptops. The sheet names a 4-Zone RGB Gaming Keyboard and Full Power CPU and GPU.

Form factor

Clamshell2Owner's manualglobal-download.acer.com/GDFiles/Document/User%20Manual/User%20Manual_Acer_1.0_A_A.pdfRead 30 September 2026Notebook Tour pp13-14, fixed keyboard and hinged main screen.

Clamshell2Maker product pagemy-store.msi.com/products/msi-katana-15-hx-b14wfk-289-gaming-laptopRead 15 October 2026Product photos show a standard clamshell laptop.

Chassis

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DimensionsiClosed laptop body size. Minimum and maximum thickness describe the front and rear or other points stated by the maker.

Width362Depth240Thickness (max)23.5mm(14.3 × 9.4 × 0.9 in)3Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Affordable-gaming-entry-Acer-Nitro-V-15-doesn-t-impress-across-the-board.1220757.0.htmlRead 30 September 2026Specifications of tested ANV15-52-50S2: 23.5 x 362 x 240mm. Earlier 362.3/239.9mm belonged to i7/RTX5060 sibling.

Width359Depth262Thickness (max)25.5mm(14.1 × 10.3 × 1 in)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/my/nb/Katana%2015%20HX%20B14WFK-289MY.pdfRead 15 October 2026359 x 262 x 25.5 mm (W x D x H). The height is stored as the single published thickness.

Weight (published)iPublished laptop weight without the charger. A starting weight is identified in the source note and may vary with configuration.

2.11kg(4.7 lb)1Maker product pageacer.com/us-en/laptops/nitro/nitro-v-15/pdp/NH.U1PAA.002Read 30 September 2026Physical Characteristics, Weight (Approximate): 4.65 lb, converted to 2.11 kg. Exact US 574M manufacturer page, not the i7/RTX 5060 sibling.

2.4kg(5.3 lb)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/my/nb/Katana%2015%20HX%20B14WFK-289MY.pdfRead 15 October 20262.4 kg, listed as Weight (W/ Battery).

Lid material

Plastic3Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Affordable-gaming-entry-Acer-Nitro-V-15-doesn-t-impress-across-the-board.1220757.0.htmlRead 30 September 2026All-plastic chassis

Plastic6Reviewcgmagonline.com/review/hardware/msi-katana-15-hx-b14wfk-gaming-laptopRead 15 October 2026Review of the B14WFK (i7-14650HX, RTX 5060, 16GB): hard plastic chassis. Lid and base are not named separately.

Bottom material

Plastic3Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Affordable-gaming-entry-Acer-Nitro-V-15-doesn-t-impress-across-the-board.1220757.0.htmlRead 30 September 2026

Plastic6Reviewcgmagonline.com/review/hardware/msi-katana-15-hx-b14wfk-gaming-laptopRead 15 October 2026Review of the B14WFK: hard plastic chassis. Lid and base are not named separately.

Max hinge angle

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MIL-STD-810 testing (claimed)iManufacturer claim of MIL-STD-810 testing. The revision and tested procedures belong in the source note. This is not proof of every standard test.

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Display

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Screen sizeiDiagonal of the main built-in display. Rounded-corner displays may be measured as a full rectangle.

15.6in(39.6 cm)1Maker product pageacer.com/us-en/laptops/nitro/nitro-v-15/pdp/NH.U1PAA.002Read 30 September 2026

15.6in(39.6 cm)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/my/nb/Katana%2015%20HX%20B14WFK-289MY.pdfRead 15 October 2026

Native resolution

1920 × 1080px1Maker product pageacer.com/us-en/laptops/nitro/nitro-v-15/pdp/NH.U1PAA.002Read 30 September 2026

2560 × 1440px1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/my/nb/Katana%2015%20HX%20B14WFK-289MY.pdfRead 15 October 2026

Pixel density

141.2ppi=CalculatedFrom Screen size and Native resolution

188.3ppi=CalculatedFrom Screen size and Native resolution

Panel typeiDell's WVA means wide viewing angle and names no panel technology, so it is stored as IPS only when Dell or a review names IPS.

IPS1Maker product pageacer.com/us-en/laptops/nitro/nitro-v-15/pdp/NH.U1PAA.002Read 30 September 2026

IPS-level1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/my/nb/Katana%2015%20HX%20B14WFK-289MY.pdfRead 15 October 2026IPS-Level.

Backlight

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Dimming zonesiIndependently controlled backlight zones, not the number of LEDs or screen pixels.

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Panel part numberiPanel part number identified in a matching review unit. Suppliers may vary within the same laptop configuration.

BOE NE156FHM-NXA3Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Affordable-gaming-entry-Acer-Nitro-V-15-doesn-t-impress-across-the-board.1220757.0.htmlRead 30 September 2026

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Screen surfaceiSurface of the stored display configuration. Anti-reflective coatings do not by themselves make a glossy display matte. A matte finish of the chassis is not the screen surface.

Matte1Maker product pageacer.com/us-en/laptops/nitro/nitro-v-15/pdp/NH.U1PAA.002Read 30 September 2026ComfyView (Matte)

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Touchscreen

No1Maker product pageacer.com/us-en/laptops/nitro/nitro-v-15/pdp/NH.U1PAA.002Read 30 September 2026

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Stylus

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Refresh rate modesiHighest confirmed operating refresh rate of the built-in display at each resolution. Add a second row only for a documented dual-mode panel, not an ordinary supported timing.

AAcer Nitro V 15 ANV15-52

Width (px)	Height (px)	Maximum operating refresh (Hz)
1920	1080	165

Source1Maker product pageacer.com/us-en/laptops/nitro/nitro-v-15/pdp/NH.U1PAA.002Read 30 September 2026

BMSI Katana 15 HX B14WFK

Width (px)	Height (px)	Maximum operating refresh (Hz)
2560	1440	165

Source1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/my/nb/Katana%2015%20HX%20B14WFK-289MY.pdfRead 15 October 2026165Hz Refresh Rate at QHD 2560x1440.

Max refresh rate

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Adaptive synciNamed variable refresh technologies for the built-in display. Manual switching between 60Hz and 120Hz is not VRR.

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Gray-to-gray response time (claimed)iManufacturer claim for a gray-to-gray pixel transition. Do not use generic response times, black-to-white values, or motion-picture response times.

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Native panel colour depthiPhysical panel colour depth per channel. Do not infer native bit depth or FRC from the number of supported colours.

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Brightness (SDR, claimed)iManufacturer typical SDR luminance. Outdoor maxima and an unspecified peak are not typical SDR brightness.

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Peak brightness (SDR outdoors, claimed)iManufacturer maximum SDR luminance explicitly claimed for outdoor use. Ambient light, automatic brightness and other stated conditions belong in the source note. Not typical SDR or HDR brightness.

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Sustained brightness (HDR, claimed)iManufacturer explicitly sustained HDR luminance. Screen area, duration, temperature and other stated conditions belong in the source note. Not a brief peak or SDR luminance.

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Peak brightness (HDR, claimed)iManufacturer peak luminance explicitly measured or claimed in HDR. Window size and duration belong in the source note.

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sRGB coverage (claimed)iManufacturer stated sRGB gamut percentage. The source note identifies coverage, volume, or an unspecified maker gamut claim.

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DCI-P3 coverage (claimed)iManufacturer stated DCI-P3 gamut percentage. The source note identifies coverage, volume, or an unspecified maker gamut claim.

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100%1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/my/nb/Katana%2015%20HX%20B14WFK-289MY.pdfRead 15 October 2026100% DCI-P3 (Typical).

Adobe RGB coverage (claimed)iManufacturer stated Adobe RGB gamut percentage. The source note identifies coverage, volume, or an unspecified maker gamut claim.

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HDR certification

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Factory calibratediThe maker explicitly states factory colour calibration. Certification alone does not establish calibration.

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Second display

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Processor

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Processor

Intel Core i5-13420H1Maker product pageacer.com/us-en/laptops/nitro/nitro-v-15/pdp/NH.U1PAA.002Read 30 September 2026

Intel Core i7-14650HX1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/my/nb/Katana%2015%20HX%20B14WFK-289MY.pdfRead 15 October 2026

Processor brand

Intel1Maker product pageacer.com/us-en/laptops/nitro/nitro-v-15/pdp/NH.U1PAA.002Read 30 September 2026

Intel1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/my/nb/Katana%2015%20HX%20B14WFK-289MY.pdfRead 15 October 2026

Core configurationiProcessor core groups using the chip maker's names. MediaTek Big, Apple Super and AMD Zen architecture labels remain distinct from Intel P and E labels.

AAcer Nitro V 15 ANV15-52

Core type	Count	Core	Base clock (GHz)	Max clock (GHz)
Performance	4	Golden Cove	2.1	4.6
Efficiency	4	Gracemont	Not available	3.4

Source1Maker product pageacer.com/us-en/laptops/nitro/nitro-v-15/pdp/NH.U1PAA.002Read 30 September 2026Processor Speed 2.10 GHz (P-core base)3Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Affordable-gaming-entry-Acer-Nitro-V-15-doesn-t-impress-across-the-board.1220757.0.htmlRead 30 September 20264 x 4.6 GHz Golden Cove P-cores, 4 x 3.4 GHz Gracemont E-cores6Maker product pageintel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/232173/intel-core-i513420h-processor-12m-cache-up-to-4-60-ghz/specifications.htmlRead 30 September 2026CPU Specifications: 4 performance + 4 efficient cores, 12 threads, P max 4.6 GHz, E max 3.4 GHz. Maker does not publish all base clocks in current table.

BMSI Katana 15 HX B14WFK

Core type	Count	Base clock (GHz)	Max clock (GHz)
Performance	8	2.2	5.2
Efficiency	8	1.6	3.7

Source4Maker product pageintel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/235996/intel-core-i7-processor-14650hx-30m-cache-up-to-5-20-ghz/specifications.htmlRead 15 October 20268 P-cores 2.2 GHz base, 5.2 GHz max turbo. 8 E-cores 1.6 GHz base, 3.7 GHz max turbo. Intel base power 55 W and maximum turbo power 157 W are generic, not the laptop limits.

CPU cores

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Cores labelled performanceiCounts only rows classified as performance. Other labels, including Big, Super and AMD Zen architecture rows, are not included.

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Cores labelled efficiencyiCounts only efficiency and low-power-efficiency rows. AMD Zen 5c and Apple super cores are not included.

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ThreadsiMaximum hardware threads of the processor, including simultaneous multithreading where supported.

121Maker product pageacer.com/us-en/laptops/nitro/nitro-v-15/pdp/NH.U1PAA.002Read 30 September 2026

244Maker product pageintel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/235996/intel-core-i7-processor-14650hx-30m-cache-up-to-5-20-ghz/specifications.htmlRead 15 October 2026

Max boost clock

4.6GHz=CalculatedFrom Core configuration

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L3 cacheiL3 cache only. Do not copy a combined L2 plus L3 cache total. Qualcomm's total cache, such as 30 MB on Snapdragon X, is not L3, even when a laptop maker labels it L3.

12MB6Maker product pageintel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/232173/intel-core-i513420h-processor-12m-cache-up-to-4-60-ghz/specifications.htmlRead 30 September 2026CPU Specifications: 12MB Intel Smart Cache.

30MB4Maker product pageintel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/235996/intel-core-i7-processor-14650hx-30m-cache-up-to-5-20-ghz/specifications.htmlRead 15 October 202630 MB Intel Smart Cache. The sheet from MSI also states 30 MB Intel Smart Cache.

ProcessiProcess size class of the processor compute die in nm, as on CPUs: TSMC N3B is 3, Intel 7 is 10, Intel 4 is 7 and Intel 18A is 1.8. Marketing process names and other chiplet processes belong in the source note.

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10nm4Maker product pageintel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/235996/intel-core-i7-processor-14650hx-30m-cache-up-to-5-20-ghz/specifications.htmlRead 15 October 2026Lithography Intel 7.

Sustained CPU power (configured)iThis laptop's sustained configured CPU power limit, such as PL1. A chip manufacturer's generic base power is not the laptop setting.

50W3Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Affordable-gaming-entry-Acer-Nitro-V-15-doesn-t-impress-across-the-board.1220757.0.htmlRead 30 September 202650 W PL1 in Performance mode

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Peak CPU power (configured)iThis laptop's configured short-duration CPU limit, such as PL2. Do not substitute generic processor maximum turbo power.

115W3Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Affordable-gaming-entry-Acer-Nitro-V-15-doesn-t-impress-across-the-board.1220757.0.htmlRead 30 September 2026115 W PL2

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Combined CPU and GPU poweriMaker stated simultaneous CPU plus discrete-GPU budget for the exact configuration and power mode.

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NPU performanceiNPU-only claimed operations per second. Excludes combined CPU, GPU and platform AI throughput. Precision belongs in the source note.

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Graphics

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Discrete GPUiA separate dedicated graphics processor is installed. Integrated or unified-memory graphics do not qualify.

Yes1Maker product pageacer.com/us-en/laptops/nitro/nitro-v-15/pdp/NH.U1PAA.002Read 30 September 2026

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/my/nb/Katana%2015%20HX%20B14WFK-289MY.pdfRead 15 October 2026

GPU

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 Laptop GPU3Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Affordable-gaming-entry-Acer-Nitro-V-15-doesn-t-impress-across-the-board.1220757.0.htmlRead 30 September 20264Reviewtechradar.com/computing/gaming-laptops/acer-nitro-v-15-intel-reviewRead 30 September 2026Base config: Core i5-13420H with RTX 5050 8 GB at $899.99

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/my/nb/Katana%2015%20HX%20B14WFK-289MY.pdfRead 15 October 2026

GPU brand

NVIDIA1Maker product pageacer.com/us-en/laptops/nitro/nitro-v-15/pdp/NH.U1PAA.002Read 30 September 2026The page names NVIDIA but leaves the GPU model out

NVIDIA1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/my/nb/Katana%2015%20HX%20B14WFK-289MY.pdfRead 15 October 2026

VRAMiDedicated video memory of the installed discrete GPU. Shared system memory is excluded.

8GB3Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Affordable-gaming-entry-Acer-Nitro-V-15-doesn-t-impress-across-the-board.1220757.0.htmlRead 30 September 2026

8GB1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/my/nb/Katana%2015%20HX%20B14WFK-289MY.pdfRead 15 October 2026

Max GPU power (TGP)iMaximum configured discrete-GPU power including Dynamic Boost. Mode and any maker qualification belong in the source note.

75W1Maker product pageacer.com/us-en/laptops/nitro/nitro-v-15/pdp/NH.U1PAA.002Read 30 September 2026Maximum Graphics Power up to 75 W, including Dynamic Boost3Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Affordable-gaming-entry-Acer-Nitro-V-15-doesn-t-impress-across-the-board.1220757.0.htmlRead 30 September 202675 W TDP

115W1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/my/nb/Katana%2015%20HX%20B14WFK-289MY.pdfRead 15 October 2026115W Maximum Graphics Power with Dynamic Boost. May vary by scenario.

Dynamic BoostiMaximum additional GPU power shifted from the CPU through NVIDIA Dynamic Boost. This is part of maximum TGP, not extra to it. A figure written as "up to 115W Dynamic Boost" is the total, so it goes in gpu_tgp_max_w.

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GPU boost clockiHighest maker configured GPU boost clock, including factory overclock where explicitly stated. Mode belongs in the source note.

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2,497MHz1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/my/nb/Katana%2015%20HX%20B14WFK-289MY.pdfRead 15 October 2026Up to 2497MHz Boost Clock. May vary by scenario.

GPU switchingiExplicit GPU display-routing or power-sharing features. Advanced Optimus includes hardware display multiplexing.

Optimus3Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Affordable-gaming-entry-Acer-Nitro-V-15-doesn-t-impress-across-the-board.1220757.0.htmlRead 30 September 2026

MUX switch3Maker product pagede-store.msi.com/collections/bsp-update-check/products/katana-15-hx-b14wfk-487de-bb71465x16gxxdx11maRead 15 October 2026B14WFK-487DE page: the discrete graphics mode (MUX design). The 487DE has a different panel. The 289MY sheet does not mention a MUX switch.

Integrated GPU

Intel UHD Graphics for 13th Gen Intel Processors6Maker product pageintel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/232173/intel-core-i513420h-processor-12m-cache-up-to-4-60-ghz/specifications.htmlRead 30 September 2026GPU Specifications: Intel UHD Graphics for 13th Gen Intel Processors. Laptop Optimus use of integrated graphics confirmed in matching review.

Intel UHD Graphics4Maker product pageintel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/235996/intel-core-i7-processor-14650hx-30m-cache-up-to-5-20-ghz/specifications.htmlRead 15 October 2026Intel UHD Graphics for 14th Gen Intel Processors.

Memory

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Installed RAMiTotal installed RAM in this product configuration, not the maximum purchase option.

16GB1Maker product pageacer.com/us-en/laptops/nitro/nitro-v-15/pdp/NH.U1PAA.002Read 30 September 2026

16GB1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/my/nb/Katana%2015%20HX%20B14WFK-289MY.pdfRead 15 October 20268GB*2 DDR5. Two modules of 8 GB.

RAM type

DDR41Maker product pageacer.com/us-en/laptops/nitro/nitro-v-15/pdp/NH.U1PAA.002Read 30 September 2026

DDR51Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/my/nb/Katana%2015%20HX%20B14WFK-289MY.pdfRead 15 October 2026

RAM speediConfigured memory data rate in transfers per second. Do not treat the DRAM clock in MHz as the data rate.

3,200MT/s3Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Affordable-gaming-entry-Acer-Nitro-V-15-doesn-t-impress-across-the-board.1220757.0.htmlRead 30 September 2026

5,600MT/s2Maker product pagemy-store.msi.com/products/msi-katana-15-hx-b14wfk-289-gaming-laptopRead 15 October 2026Product line 8GB*2, DDR5-5600 for this SKU.

Memory channelsiActive memory channels of the installed configuration, not the number of RAM modules or slots. One installed module is one channel. This holds for DDR5 too, whose two 32-bit subchannels on one module do not count as two channels. Soldered LPDDR memory counts in 64-bit units, so a 128-bit bus is 2 channels, even when a maker calls it quad-channel.

23Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Affordable-gaming-entry-Acer-Nitro-V-15-doesn-t-impress-across-the-board.1220757.0.htmlRead 30 September 2026Specifications: 2x8 GB DDR4-3200, two occupied SO-DIMM slots.

23Maker product pagede-store.msi.com/collections/bsp-update-check/products/katana-15-hx-b14wfk-487de-bb71465x16gxxdx11maRead 15 October 2026B14WFK-487DE page: 16 GB DDR5-5600 (2x 8 GB Dual-Channel). Same memory kit as the 289MY.

RAM upgradeiWhether the installed RAM is soldered, socketed in slots, or a mixture. Purchase-time configurations are not upgrades.

Slots3Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Affordable-gaming-entry-Acer-Nitro-V-15-doesn-t-impress-across-the-board.1220757.0.htmlRead 30 September 2026

Slots1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/my/nb/Katana%2015%20HX%20B14WFK-289MY.pdfRead 15 October 2026

Memory slotsiPhysical replaceable RAM module sockets grouped by type and occupancy. Clocked SO-DIMM uses CSODIMM. Soldered memory is excluded.

AAcer Nitro V 15 ANV15-52

Slot	Count	Occupied	Module size (GB)
SO-DIMM	2	Yes	8

Source3Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Affordable-gaming-entry-Acer-Nitro-V-15-doesn-t-impress-across-the-board.1220757.0.htmlRead 30 September 2026

BMSI Katana 15 HX B14WFK

Slot	Count	Occupied	Module size (GB)
SO-DIMM	2	Yes	8

Source1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/my/nb/Katana%2015%20HX%20B14WFK-289MY.pdfRead 15 October 20262 SO-DIMM slots, up to DDR5-5600, max 96GB. Both hold one 8GB module.

RAM slots

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Free RAM slots

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Maximum supported RAMiManufacturer supported maximum RAM, including purchase-time soldered options. Does not imply post-purchase upgradeability.

32GB1Maker product pageacer.com/us-en/laptops/nitro/nitro-v-15/pdp/NH.U1PAA.002Read 30 September 2026

96GB1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/my/nb/Katana%2015%20HX%20B14WFK-289MY.pdfRead 15 October 2026Memory Slot and Max Capacity: up to DDR5-5600, 2 Slots, Max 96GB.

Storage

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Installed storageiTotal advertised installed storage in decimal GB. Convert 1TB to 1000GB, without changing an explicitly published 512GB value.

1TB1Maker product pageacer.com/us-en/laptops/nitro/nitro-v-15/pdp/NH.U1PAA.002Read 30 September 2026Storage: total solid state drive capacity 1 TB. Decimal conversion to 1000 GB, not 1024 GB.

512GB1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/my/nb/Katana%2015%20HX%20B14WFK-289MY.pdfRead 15 October 2026512GB*1 NVMe SSD PCIe Gen4.

Storage type

NVMe SSD1Maker product pageacer.com/us-en/laptops/nitro/nitro-v-15/pdp/NH.U1PAA.002Read 30 September 2026

NVMe SSD1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/my/nb/Katana%2015%20HX%20B14WFK-289MY.pdfRead 15 October 2026

Installed drive PCIe generationiPCIe generation of the installed drive. This may be lower than the slot capability.

41Maker product pageacer.com/us-en/laptops/nitro/nitro-v-15/pdp/NH.U1PAA.002Read 30 September 2026

41Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/my/nb/Katana%2015%20HX%20B14WFK-289MY.pdfRead 15 October 2026

Storage slotsiPhysical storage connectors grouped by capability and occupancy. A slot accepting several drive lengths is one slot, not one per length.

AAcer Nitro V 15 ANV15-52

Form factor	Interface	Count	Occupied
M.2 2280	PCIe NVMe	1	Yes

Source3Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Affordable-gaming-entry-Acer-Nitro-V-15-doesn-t-impress-across-the-board.1220757.0.htmlRead 30 September 2026

BMSI Katana 15 HX B14WFK

Interface	PCIe generation	PCIe lanes	Count	Occupied
PCIe NVMe	4	4	1	Yes

Source1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/my/nb/Katana%2015%20HX%20B14WFK-289MY.pdfRead 15 October 20261x M.2 SSD slot (NVMe PCIe Gen4). The installed drive uses it. Slot length is not stated, so the form factor is left out. The x4 lane count comes from the MSI Germany page.3Maker product pagede-store.msi.com/collections/bsp-update-check/products/katana-15-hx-b14wfk-487de-bb71465x16gxxdx11maRead 15 October 2026B14WFK-487DE page lists 1x M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 as the total slot count with a 512 GB SSD installed.

M.2 slots

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Free storage slots

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Maximum slot PCIe generation

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Ports

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PortsiPhysical laptop connectors grouped by type, protocol capability and side. One connector with several protocols is counted once.

AAcer Nitro V 15 ANV15-52

Type	Version	Count	Side	Maximum data rate (Gbps)	Thunderbolt or USB4	DP Alt Mode	Maximum charging input (W)	Maximum peripheral power (W)
DC in	Not available	1	Left	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available
Ethernet (RJ45)	Not available	1	Left	1	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available
HDMI	HDMI 2.1	1	Left	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available
USB-A	USB 3.2 Gen 1	2	Left	5	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available
USB-C	Thunderbolt 4 / USB 3.2 Gen 2	1	Left	40	Thunderbolt 4	Yes	65	15
USB-A	USB 3.2 Gen 1	1	Right	5	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available
3.5 mm audio	Not available	1	Right	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available	Not available

Source1Maker product pageacer.com/us-en/laptops/nitro/nitro-v-15/pdp/NH.U1PAA.002Read 30 September 20263x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, 1x HDMI, RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet2Owner's manualglobal-download.acer.com/GDFiles/Document/User%20Manual/User%20Manual_Acer_1.0_A_A.pdfRead 30 September 2026Notebook Tour pp15-16: ANV15-52 USB-C specifically supports Thunderbolt 4. USB 3.2 compatibility line 10 Gbps is a separate protocol mode. Thunderbolt 4 section p71 says up to 40 Gbps. USB-C accepts 65 W at 20 V, outputs 15 W.3Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Affordable-gaming-entry-Acer-Nitro-V-15-doesn-t-impress-across-the-board.1220757.0.htmlRead 30 September 2026Left: DC-in, RJ45 LAN, HDMI 2.1, 2x USB-A 3.0, Thunderbolt 4. Right: 3.5 mm, USB-A 3.0, Kensington4Reviewtechradar.com/computing/gaming-laptops/acer-nitro-v-15-intel-reviewRead 30 September 20261x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (Thunderbolt 4)

BMSI Katana 15 HX B14WFK

Type	Version	Count	Side	Maximum data rate (Gbps)	DP Alt Mode	Maximum charging input (W)
USB-A	USB 3.2 Gen 2	2	Left	10	Not available	Not available
DC in	Not available	1	Left	Not available	Not available	Not available
USB-C	USB 3.2 Gen 2	1	Right	10	Yes	100
USB-A	USB 3.2 Gen 2	1	Right	10	Not available	Not available
HDMI	HDMI 2.1	1	Right	Not available	Not available	Not available
Ethernet (RJ45)	Not available	1	Right	1	Not available	Not available
3.5 mm audio	Not available	1	Right	Not available	Not available	Not available

Source1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/my/nb/Katana%2015%20HX%20B14WFK-289MY.pdfRead 15 October 20263x Type-A USB3.2 Gen2, 1x Type-C (USB3.2 Gen2 / DisplayPort / Power Delivery 3.0), 1x HDMI 2.1 (8K at 60Hz / 4K at 120Hz), Gigabit Ethernet, 1x Mic-in/Headphone-out combo jack. The MSI Malaysia store spec table lists the Type-A ports as USB3.2 Gen1 while its own connectivity section and this sheet say Gen2. The sheet is stored. Sides come from the CGMagazine and PC Guide reviews.2Maker product pagemy-store.msi.com/products/msi-katana-15-hx-b14wfk-289-gaming-laptopRead 15 October 2026Footnote: USB Type-C PD charging supports 100W (20V@5A) while the system runs (S0) and in Modern Standby. At hibernate and off it takes 45W (20V@2.25A) up to 100W. 100 W is stored as the highest accepted input. The 240W barrel adapter is the main charger.6Reviewcgmagonline.com/review/hardware/msi-katana-15-hx-b14wfk-gaming-laptopRead 15 October 2026Right side: audio combo jack, RJ45, USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C with DisplayPort and Power Delivery 3.0, USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A, HDMI 2.1. Left side: two USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A and the barrel-plug adapter port.7Reviewpcguide.com/laptop/review/msi-katana-15-hx-b14wfkRead 15 October 2026Left: one vent, barrel jack, two USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A. Right: Gigabit LAN, one USB Type-A, USB Type-C (USB 3.2 Gen 2), 3.5mm jack, HDMI 2.1. Agrees with CGMagazine.

USB-C ports

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Thunderbolt

Yes=CalculatedFrom Ports

Not available

Highest HDMI version

HDMI 2.1=CalculatedFrom Ports

HDMI 2.1=CalculatedFrom Ports

Card reader

No=CalculatedFrom Ports

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Ethernet speed

1Gbps=CalculatedFrom Ports

1Gbps=CalculatedFrom Ports

Maximum USB-C charging inputiHighest confirmed charging power accepted by a USB-C port. This is separate from adapter rating and power delivered to peripherals.

65W=CalculatedFrom Ports

100W=CalculatedFrom Ports

Wireless

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Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi 61Maker product pageacer.com/us-en/laptops/nitro/nitro-v-15/pdp/NH.U1PAA.002Read 30 September 2026

Wi-Fi 6E1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/my/nb/Katana%2015%20HX%20B14WFK-289MY.pdfRead 15 October 2026

Wi-Fi bandsiSupported radio frequency bands. Availability may be restricted by country or regulatory configuration.

Not available

2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz5Maker product pageintel.com/content/www/us/en/products/sku/204837/intel-wifi-6e-ax211-gig.htmlRead 15 October 2026Intel ARK for the AX211 lists the 2.4, 5 and 6 GHz bands.

Wi-Fi module

MediaTek Wi-Fi 6 MT79203Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Affordable-gaming-entry-Acer-Nitro-V-15-doesn-t-impress-across-the-board.1220757.0.htmlRead 30 September 2026

Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX2111Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/my/nb/Katana%2015%20HX%20B14WFK-289MY.pdfRead 15 October 2026Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211.

BluetoothiThe version as a number with one decimal, such as 5.4 or 6.0. A qualifier such as or above goes in the source note.

Not available

5.41Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/my/nb/Katana%2015%20HX%20B14WFK-289MY.pdfRead 15 October 2026Bluetooth v5.4 on the 289MY sheet. The MSI Malaysia store page and the 285PH sheet say v5.3. Intel lists Bluetooth 5.4 for the AX211. The sheet for this model number is stored.2Maker product pagemy-store.msi.com/products/msi-katana-15-hx-b14wfk-289-gaming-laptopRead 15 October 2026Store spec table says Bluetooth v5.3. The sheet says v5.4.

Cellular

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Keyboard and touchpad

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Keyboard layoutsiDocumented layouts of the retained regional SKUs. Do not infer a layout solely from the sales country.

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Key switches

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Keyboard backlightiA maker-confirmed backlight with no published type uses backlit_unspecified. Do not infer white lighting, a single colour or RGB from backlit alone. A single-zone RGB backlight is RGB zones.

Single colour1Maker product pageacer.com/us-en/laptops/nitro/nitro-v-15/pdp/NH.U1PAA.002Read 30 September 2026Amber backlight

RGB zones1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/my/nb/Katana%2015%20HX%20B14WFK-289MY.pdfRead 15 October 20264-Zone RGB Gaming Keyboard with Copilot Key.

NumpadiDedicated physical numeric keypad. A virtual touchpad number pad is not counted.

Yes1Maker product pageacer.com/us-en/laptops/nitro/nitro-v-15/pdp/NH.U1PAA.002Read 30 September 2026

Yes3Maker product pagede-store.msi.com/collections/bsp-update-check/products/katana-15-hx-b14wfk-487de-bb71465x16gxxdx11maRead 15 October 2026B14WFK-487DE page lists a gaming keyboard with Ziffernblock (numpad).

Key traveliPhysical key travel distance, not actuation distance.

Not available

1.7mm2Maker product pagemy-store.msi.com/products/msi-katana-15-hx-b14wfk-289-gaming-laptopRead 15 October 20261.7mm Key Travel.

Pointing stickiDedicated stick pointing device such as TrackPoint. A touchpad does not qualify.

Not available

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Touchpad size

Width126Height78mm(5 × 3.1 in)3Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Affordable-gaming-entry-Acer-Nitro-V-15-doesn-t-impress-across-the-board.1220757.0.htmlRead 30 September 202612.6 x 7.8 cm

Width120Height75mm(4.7 × 3 in)3Maker product pagede-store.msi.com/collections/bsp-update-check/products/katana-15-hx-b14wfk-487de-bb71465x16gxxdx11maRead 15 October 2026MSI Germany page of the B14WFK-487DE: Precision Multi-Touch (120 x 75 mm). That SKU has a Full HD 144 Hz display and German layout. The chassis is the same 359 x 262 x 25.5 mm.

Touchpad mechanismiA clickpad or glass touchpad that clicks when pressed down is mechanical. Haptic needs a source that says haptic or force feedback.

Mechanical2Owner's manualglobal-download.acer.com/GDFiles/Document/User%20Manual/User%20Manual_Acer_1.0_A_A.pdfRead 30 September 2026'Press down firmly on the touchpad' to click

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Camera and audio

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Webcam

HD 720p5Retailer pagemicrocenter.com/product/697953/acer-nitro-v-anv15-52-574m-156-gaming-laptop-computer-obsidian-blackRead 30 September 2026Exact ANV15-52-574M Display table: Front Camera Resolution 720p. Matching German review identifies HD webcam. Retailer contradictory GPU power cells not used.

720p at 30 fps1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/my/nb/Katana%2015%20HX%20B14WFK-289MY.pdfRead 15 October 2026HD type (30fps@720p).

IR face loginiAn infrared camera suitable for Windows Hello face authentication. An ordinary webcam or fingerprint sensor does not qualify.

Not available

No9Reviewprofesionalreview.com/2025/09/29/msi-katana-15-hx-b14w-review/ampRead 15 October 2026Review of the B14W with i9-14900HX and RTX 5070 in the same chassis: no facial recognition. Every B14WFK sheet lists only an HD 720p webcam.

Webcam privacy

Not available

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Built-in speaker driversiIndividual built-in acoustic drivers, including separate tweeters and woofers. Do not count audio channels or infer driver count from speaker assemblies.

21Maker product pageacer.com/us-en/laptops/nitro/nitro-v-15/pdp/NH.U1PAA.002Read 30 September 2026

21Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/my/nb/Katana%2015%20HX%20B14WFK-289MY.pdfRead 15 October 20262x 2W Audio Speaker.

Total speaker poweriCombined published power of the built-in speaker drivers. RMS or peak classification belongs in the source note.

Not available

4W1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/my/nb/Katana%2015%20HX%20B14WFK-289MY.pdfRead 15 October 20262x 2W. The total is the sum of the two stated speakers.

Audio features

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Hi-Res Audio Ready, Nahimic 3 Audio Enhancer1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/my/nb/Katana%2015%20HX%20B14WFK-289MY.pdfRead 15 October 2026

MicrophonesiPhysical built-in microphones, not beamforming channels or microphone modes.

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Battery and power

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Battery energyiPublished nominal energy capacity of the installed internal battery in watt-hours. Separate from measured runtime and charger output.

76Wh1Maker product pageacer.com/us-en/laptops/nitro/nitro-v-15/pdp/NH.U1PAA.002Read 30 September 2026

75Wh1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/my/nb/Katana%2015%20HX%20B14WFK-289MY.pdfRead 15 October 20264-Cell, 75 Whrs.

Claimed battery lifeiManufacturer maximum runtime for each explicitly named test. Display brightness, configuration and other conditions belong in the source note. Wireless streaming preserves an unnamed content type and does not imply video or audio. Video conferencing requires an explicit calling test, with application and participant setup in the source note. MobileMark versions use different workloads, so compare only rows of the same version.

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Adapter rated outputiNominal rated output of the documented supplied or recommended adapter. A temporary dynamic maximum belongs in the source note. Not the laptop charging-input limit.

135W1Maker product pageacer.com/us-en/laptops/nitro/nitro-v-15/pdp/NH.U1PAA.002Read 30 September 2026Maximum Power Supply Wattage 135 W

240W1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/my/nb/Katana%2015%20HX%20B14WFK-289MY.pdfRead 15 October 2026Adapter 240W.

Laptop charging connectoriConnector at the laptop end of the documented main charging cable, not the wall plug or adapter-end connector. HP's AC smart pin is a round DC plug, so it is barrel.

Barrel2Owner's manualglobal-download.acer.com/GDFiles/Document/User%20Manual/User%20Manual_Acer_1.0_A_A.pdfRead 30 September 2026Notebook Tour / Left View: cylindrical DC-in jack and adapter connection.

Barrel6Reviewcgmagonline.com/review/hardware/msi-katana-15-hx-b14wfk-gaming-laptopRead 15 October 2026Left side holds a barrel-plug AC/DC adapter port.

Charge 0 to 50 % (claimed)iManufacturer time to charge an empty battery to 50%. Adapter and powered-off conditions belong in the source note.

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Cooling

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FansiPhysical cooling fans inside the laptop. Excludes fans in external coolers and the power adapter.

Not available

22Maker product pagemy-store.msi.com/products/msi-katana-15-hx-b14wfk-289-gaming-laptopRead 15 October 2026Cooler Boost 5 with 2 Fans + 5 Heat Pipes.

Vapor chamberiA vapor-chamber heat spreader is installed. Ordinary heatpipes alone do not qualify.

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Liquid metaliComponents where the maker confirms liquid-metal thermal material. Ordinary thermal paste is excluded.

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Power modesiPublished laptop operating modes and configured power limits. Do not place observed runtime power measurements in this table.

AAcer Nitro V 15 ANV15-52

Name	CPU power (W)
Silent	16
Balanced	45
Performance	50
Turbo	55

Source3Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Affordable-gaming-entry-Acer-Nitro-V-15-doesn-t-impress-across-the-board.1220757.0.htmlRead 30 September 2026NitroSense CPU PL1 per mode as reported by the reviewer. GPU draw only given as approximate, so left out

BMSI Katana 15 HX B14WFK

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Security

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Fingerprint

None1Maker product pageacer.com/us-en/laptops/nitro/nitro-v-15/pdp/NH.U1PAA.002Read 30 September 2026

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TPM

Not available

2.01Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/my/nb/Katana%2015%20HX%20B14WFK-289MY.pdfRead 15 October 2026Firmware Trusted Platform Module (fTPM) 2.0.

Remote management

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Security lock slotiA dedicated built-in physical security-cable slot. Security locks that occupy a USB-C port do not qualify.

Yes1Maker product pageacer.com/us-en/laptops/nitro/nitro-v-15/pdp/NH.U1PAA.002Read 30 September 20262Owner's manualglobal-download.acer.com/GDFiles/Document/User%20Manual/User%20Manual_Acer_1.0_A_A.pdfRead 30 September 2026

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Software

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Operating system

Windows 11 Home1Maker product pageacer.com/us-en/laptops/nitro/nitro-v-15/pdp/NH.U1PAA.002Read 30 September 2026

Windows 11 Home1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/my/nb/Katana%2015%20HX%20B14WFK-289MY.pdfRead 15 October 2026

OS family

Windows1Maker product pageacer.com/us-en/laptops/nitro/nitro-v-15/pdp/NH.U1PAA.002Read 30 September 2026

Windows1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/my/nb/Katana%2015%20HX%20B14WFK-289MY.pdfRead 15 October 2026

Security updates untiliPublished end date of OS/security updates promised for the exact device model. Preserve the source precision. Do not calculate it from years or substitute a generic OS-version lifecycle. Unknown when no device-specific promise is published.

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Measured display

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Brightness (measured, centre)iReviewer center-point SDR luminance for the matching display configuration. Do not substitute a review average or unspecified measurement.

382nits3Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Affordable-gaming-entry-Acer-Nitro-V-15-doesn-t-impress-across-the-board.1220757.0.htmlRead 30 September 2026Centre, X-Rite i1Pro 3

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Brightness (measured, average)iReviewer mean luminance across a documented display grid, normally nine points.

347.4nits3Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Affordable-gaming-entry-Acer-Nitro-V-15-doesn-t-impress-across-the-board.1220757.0.htmlRead 30 September 2026

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Contrast ratio (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

1,232:13Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Affordable-gaming-entry-Acer-Nitro-V-15-doesn-t-impress-across-the-board.1220757.0.htmlRead 30 September 2026

1,130:17Reviewpcguide.com/laptop/review/msi-katana-15-hx-b14wfkRead 15 October 2026Datacolor SpyderX Elite. 1130:1 with 308 cd/m2 white at 100% brightness and 0.27 cd/m2 black. Review unit: i7-14650HX, RTX 5060, 16GB (2x8GB) DDR5-5600, 512GB SSD, 2560x1440 165 Hz.

HDR peak brightness (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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sRGB coverage (measured)iReviewer measured sRGB coverage, not gamut volume. Instrument and method belong in the source note.

60.3%3Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Affordable-gaming-entry-Acer-Nitro-V-15-doesn-t-impress-across-the-board.1220757.0.htmlRead 30 September 2026

100%7Reviewpcguide.com/laptop/review/msi-katana-15-hx-b14wfkRead 15 October 2026Datacolor SpyderX Elite. Reported as 100% sRGB coverage.

DCI-P3 coverage (measured)iReviewer measured DCI-P3 coverage, not gamut volume. Display P3 measurements are identified in the source note.

40.3%3Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Affordable-gaming-entry-Acer-Nitro-V-15-doesn-t-impress-across-the-board.1220757.0.htmlRead 30 September 2026

99%7Reviewpcguide.com/laptop/review/msi-katana-15-hx-b14wfkRead 15 October 2026Datacolor SpyderX Elite. Reported as 99% DCI-P3 coverage. The review also lists 89% AdobeRGB.

Colour accuracy (measured Delta E)iReviewer colour error before calibration. Delta-E formula, colour space and picture mode belong in the source note.

4.343Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Affordable-gaming-entry-Acer-Nitro-V-15-doesn-t-impress-across-the-board.1220757.0.htmlRead 30 September 2026Calman ColorChecker, before calibration

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PWM flicker foundiWhether a reviewer detected pulse-width-modulation flicker under the documented test conditions. False does not prove all frequency ranges were tested.

No3Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Affordable-gaming-entry-Acer-Nitro-V-15-doesn-t-impress-across-the-board.1220757.0.htmlRead 30 September 2026No PWM detected at any brightness

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PWM frequency (measured)iDetected PWM frequency at the brightness setting stated by the reviewer.

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PWM at or below brightnessiHighest display brightness setting at or below which the documented PWM is detected.

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Response black to white (measured)iReviewer combined rise and fall response for black-to-white-to-black, with test conditions in the source note.

20.8ms3Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Affordable-gaming-entry-Acer-Nitro-V-15-doesn-t-impress-across-the-board.1220757.0.htmlRead 30 September 2026

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Response grey to grey (measured)iReviewer combined rise and fall response between specified grey levels. State the levels in the source note.

39ms3Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Affordable-gaming-entry-Acer-Nitro-V-15-doesn-t-impress-across-the-board.1220757.0.htmlRead 30 September 2026

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Measured performance

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Cinebench 2024 single-coreiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

97points3Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Affordable-gaming-entry-Acer-Nitro-V-15-doesn-t-impress-across-the-board.1220757.0.htmlRead 30 September 2026

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Cinebench 2024 multi-coreiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

486points3Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Affordable-gaming-entry-Acer-Nitro-V-15-doesn-t-impress-across-the-board.1220757.0.htmlRead 30 September 2026Performance mode

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Geekbench 6 single-coreiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker. Geekbench 6 only. Geekbench 5 and 7 use other scales, so their scores are not stored.

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Geekbench 6 multi-coreiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker. Geekbench 6 only. Geekbench 5 and 7 use other scales, so their scores are not stored.

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3DMark Time Spy graphicsiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker. Graphics score, not the overall score. A score the review does not label as graphics is left out.

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3DMark Steel NomadiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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SSD sequential read (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

4,794MB/s3Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Affordable-gaming-entry-Acer-Nitro-V-15-doesn-t-impress-across-the-board.1220757.0.htmlRead 30 September 2026CrystalDiskMark Read Seq Q32T1, Kingston OM8PGP41024Q-A0

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Game frame ratesiMatching review-unit game results. Resolution, preset, upscaling, frame generation and ray tracing are stated only when documented.

AAcer Nitro V 15 ANV15-52

Game	Width (px)	Height (px)	Preset	Upscaling	Ray tracing	Average FPS	1 % low FPS
Baldur's Gate 3	1920	1080	High	Not available	Not available	70.9	Not available
Baldur's Gate 3	1920	1080	Ultra	Not available	Not available	68.1	Not available
Cyberpunk 2077	1920	1080	High	Not available	Not available	67.8	Not available
Cyberpunk 2077	1920	1080	Ultra	Not available	Not available	61.3	Not available
Until Dawn	1920	1080	Ultra	Off	Not available	36.4	Not available
Until Dawn	1920	1080	Ultra	DLSS Quality	Not available	44	Not available
ARC Raiders	1920	1080	High	Not available	Not available	68.7	52.4
ARC Raiders	1920	1080	Epic	Not available	Yes	49.2	44.9

Source3Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Affordable-gaming-entry-Acer-Nitro-V-15-doesn-t-impress-across-the-board.1220757.0.htmlRead 30 September 2026Performance mode. ARC Raiders Epic uses Epic ray tracing and TSR. Until Dawn DLSS Quality figure from the review text

BMSI Katana 15 HX B14WFK

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Measured noise and temperature

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Fan noise per modeiReviewer sound-pressure readings for the matching configuration and mode. Measurement distance and workload belong in the source note.

AAcer Nitro V 15 ANV15-52

Power mode	Load	Noise (dB(A))
Performance	Idle	29
Performance	Medium load	48
Performance	Gaming	52
Performance	Max load	54
Silent	Gaming	33
Balanced	Gaming	45
Turbo	Gaming	55

Source3Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Affordable-gaming-entry-Acer-Nitro-V-15-doesn-t-impress-across-the-board.1220757.0.htmlRead 30 September 202615 cm distance. Performance mode: idle average, load average, Cyberpunk 2077 ultra, load maximum. Other modes: Cyberpunk 2077

BMSI Katana 15 HX B14WFK

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Max fan noiseiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

55dB(A)=CalculatedFrom Fan noise per mode

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Fan noise while gamingiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

55dB(A)=CalculatedFrom Fan noise per mode

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Top surface under loadiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

46°C3Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Affordable-gaming-entry-Acer-Nitro-V-15-doesn-t-impress-across-the-board.1220757.0.htmlRead 30 September 2026Max load

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Bottom surface under loadiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

49°C3Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Affordable-gaming-entry-Acer-Nitro-V-15-doesn-t-impress-across-the-board.1220757.0.htmlRead 30 September 2026

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Palm rest under loadiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

31°C3Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Affordable-gaming-entry-Acer-Nitro-V-15-doesn-t-impress-across-the-board.1220757.0.htmlRead 30 September 2026

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CPU temperature in stress testiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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80°C7Reviewpcguide.com/laptop/review/msi-katana-15-hx-b14wfkRead 15 October 2026FurMark 2 CPU and GPU stress test with HWiNFO logging, 5 minutes idle, 20 minutes load. Peak CPU temperature 80 C and GPU 85 C. The power mode is not stated.

CPU clock in stress testiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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GPU temperature while gamingiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Measured battery and power

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Battery runtime per testiReviewer runtime for the exact test and configuration. Mixed browsing, video and graphics workloads are classified as mixed use.

AAcer Nitro V 15 ANV15-52

Test	Brightness (nits)	Power mode	Hours (h)
Wi-Fi browsing	150	Balanced	5.47

Source3Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Affordable-gaming-entry-Acer-Nitro-V-15-doesn-t-impress-across-the-board.1220757.0.htmlRead 30 September 2026Battery Runtime: WiFi websurfing 5h28min at 150 nits, Balanced mode. Converted to 5.47 h.

BMSI Katana 15 HX B14WFK

Test	Brightness (nits)	Power mode	Hours (h)
Mixed use	120	Eco mode, Windows energy saver on, integrated graphics only	6.17

Source7Reviewpcguide.com/laptop/review/msi-katana-15-hx-b14wfkRead 15 October 2026Eco and longevity settings, integrated graphics only, energy saver on, brightness about 120 nits (120.5 measured). A muted two-hour YouTube video, then document and web browsing until empty. Total 6h10m. Stored as mixed use.

Wi-Fi browsing runtimeiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

5.47h=CalculatedFrom Battery runtime per test

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Video runtimeiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Full charge time (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Power draw idleiHighest reviewer idle AC power reading for the matching configuration and test conditions.

19.8W3Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Affordable-gaming-entry-Acer-Nitro-V-15-doesn-t-impress-across-the-board.1220757.0.htmlRead 30 September 2026Idle maximum

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Power draw gamingiReviewer AC power draw during the named game and settings. Not GPU-only power.

106.5W3Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Affordable-gaming-entry-Acer-Nitro-V-15-doesn-t-impress-across-the-board.1220757.0.htmlRead 30 September 2026Cyberpunk 2077 FHD ultra

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Power draw maxiMaximum reviewer AC input power during the documented load or stress test. Not the adapter rating.

119W3Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Affordable-gaming-entry-Acer-Nitro-V-15-doesn-t-impress-across-the-board.1220757.0.htmlRead 30 September 2026Load maximum

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Sustained CPU power (measured)iObserved sustained CPU package power during the documented test. Not the configured PL1 limit.

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GPU power while gaming (measured)iObserved GPU-only power while running the documented game and settings.

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Weight (measured)iReviewer measured laptop mass without its power adapter unless the source note explicitly states otherwise.

2.096kg(4.6 lb)3Measurementnotebookcheck.net/Affordable-gaming-entry-Acer-Nitro-V-15-doesn-t-impress-across-the-board.1220757.0.htmlRead 30 September 2026Test unit, power supply 465 g

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Certifications

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Intel EvoiManufacturer certification of the exact configuration as Intel Evo. Processor support alone does not establish certification.

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Copilot+ PCiManufacturer identifies the configuration as Copilot+ PC. A Copilot keyboard key alone is insufficient.

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Colour certifications

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ENERGY STAR

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EPEAT

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Other certifications

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In the box

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In the boxiAccessories confirmed for this exact SKU. Do not combine mutually exclusive regional bundles into one box.

Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) Battery, Power Adapter, Power Cord1Maker product pageacer.com/us-en/laptops/nitro/nitro-v-15/pdp/NH.U1PAA.002Read 30 September 2026Package contents also list the laptop itself

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Power adapter includediWhether a power adapter is included with this exact regional SKU. A supported or recommended adapter does not prove inclusion.

Yes1Maker product pageacer.com/us-en/laptops/nitro/nitro-v-15/pdp/NH.U1PAA.002Read 30 September 2026

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

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2years1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/my/nb/Katana%2015%20HX%20B14WFK-289MY.pdfRead 15 October 20262 years limited warranty. Malaysia.2Maker product pagemy-store.msi.com/products/msi-katana-15-hx-b14wfk-289-gaming-laptopRead 15 October 20262 years limited warranty.

Warranty serviceiDocumented manufacturer warranty service for the named market. Included paid service upgrades belong in the source note.

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Links

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Product page

www.acer.com/us-en/laptops/nitro/nitro-v-15/pdp/NH.U1PAA.0021Maker product pageacer.com/us-en/laptops/nitro/nitro-v-15/pdp/NH.U1PAA.002Read 30 September 2026

my-store.msi.com/products/msi-katana-15-hx-b14wfk-289-gaming-laptop2Maker product pagemy-store.msi.com/products/msi-katana-15-hx-b14wfk-289-gaming-laptopRead 15 October 2026

Spec sheet

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storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/my/nb/Katana%2015%20HX%20B14WFK-289MY.pdf1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/my/nb/Katana%2015%20HX%20B14WFK-289MY.pdfRead 15 October 2026

Manual

global-download.acer.com/GDFiles/Document/User%20Manual/User%20Manual_Acer_1.0_A_A.pdf2Owner's manualglobal-download.acer.com/GDFiles/Document/User%20Manual/User%20Manual_Acer_1.0_A_A.pdfRead 30 September 2026

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EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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