At the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2025, Acer introduced its latest handheld gaming devices: the Acer Nitro Blaze 11 and Acer Nitro Blaze 8, alongside the Acer Nitro Mobile Controller. These devices are designed to bring cutting-edge gaming experiences, equipped with powerful processors, high-resolution displays, and impressive battery life.
The Acer Nitro Blaze 11 and Acer Nitro Blaze 8 are both powered by an AMD Ryzen 7 8840HS processor, paired with 16GB of RAM, making them formidable gaming consoles for enthusiasts. Both devices run Windows 11 Home out of the box, offering a full Windows experience on the go.
Key Features of Acer Nitro Blaze 11 and Nitro Blaze 8:
- Display: The Nitro Blaze 11 sports a 10.95-inch WQXGA (2,560×1,600 pixels) IPS screen, while the Nitro Blaze 8 features a slightly smaller 8.8-inch display, both with a 144Hz refresh rate and 500nits peak brightness.
- Processor and Graphics: Both devices are powered by an octa-core Ryzen 7 8840HS APU, complemented by an AMD Radeon 780M GPU.
- Memory and Storage: Both consoles are equipped with 16GB of LPDDR5x RAM and offer up to 2TB of NVMe storage.
- Battery: The Acer Nitro Blaze 11 comes with a 55Wh battery, supporting 100W fast charging, while the Nitro Blaze 8 also has a 55Wh battery, but supports 65W fast charging.
- Physical Controls: Both consoles feature a full set of standard controller buttons, including a D-pad, ABXY buttons, shoulder buttons, and hall effect sticks and triggers.
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.4, USB 4 Type-C, USB 3.2 Type-C, and USB 3.2 Type-A ensure a wide range of connectivity options.
Acer Nitro Mobile Controller:
Additionally, Acer introduced the Nitro Mobile Controller, priced at $69.99, which can support iOS and Android smartphones with displays up to 8.3 inches. The controller also features a USB Type-C port with 18W passthrough charging support.
Pricing and Availability:
- Acer Nitro Blaze 11: $1,099 (approximately ₹81,000)
- Acer Nitro Blaze 8: $899 (approximately ₹66,000)
- Acer Nitro Mobile Controller: $69.99 (approximately ₹5,200)
The Acer Nitro Blaze 11 and Nitro Blaze 8 will be available in Q2 2025 in select global markets, including the US, Europe, and Middle East. The Acer Nitro Mobile Controller will be available starting Q1 2025 in these regions.
With the introduction of the Acer Nitro Blaze 11, Nitro Blaze 8, and Nitro Mobile Controller, Acer is setting a new benchmark for portable gaming. Offering an immersive experience, robust performance, and high-end specifications, Acer is aiming to carve a niche in the handheld gaming market, meeting the needs of both casual and hardcore gamers alike.
