Acer expands its handheld console range with the new Nitro Blaze 8 and Nitro Blaze 11

Nitro Blaze 8 and Nitro Blaze 11 offer fast performance thanks to AMD Ryzen™ 8040 Series processors with up to 39 TOPS of AI, 2 TB of storage and 16 GB of LPDDR5x memory.

– These consoles feature WQXGA touchscreens (8.8″ or 10.95″) with refresh rates up to 144 Hz, combined with AMD Radeon™ 780M, Radeon™ Super Resolution, and AMD FidelityFX™ Super Resolution graphics technologies.

– The customizable Acer Game Space application simplifies access to games and platforms on these Windows 11 solutions.

– The Nitro mobile game controller, foldable and portable, is compatible with many devices and incorporates 18W fast charging.

Las Vegas, January 6, 2025 – Acer today unveils its new Nitro Blaze 8 and Nitro Blaze 11 handheld gaming consoles, designed to deliver immersive mobile gaming experiences with industry-leading performance and versatile features. Equipped with AMD Ryzen™ 7 8840HS processors, 16GB of LPDDR5X memory, and up to 2TB of storage, Nitro Blaze consoles guarantee exceptional responsiveness. Their WQXGA touchscreens (8.8″ or 10.95″), combined with Radeon™ Super Resolution and AMD FidelityFX technology, ensure smooth, vivid image quality. To complete the experience, the Nitro Mobile Gaming controller lets you play anywhere, thanks to its foldable design and compatibility with a variety of devices.

Acer Nitro Blaze portable gaming consoles

The Nitro Blaze 8 and 11, powered by AMD Ryzen™ 7 8840HS processors featuring Ryzen™ AI (39 TOPS), meet the demands of AAA gaming. With touch screens up to 144 Hz (8.8″ or 10.95″) and 500 nits brightness, they link AMD Radeon™ 780M graphics with scaling technologies like AMD FidelityFX™ Super Resolution to deliver sharp, tearing-free images.

With 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM at 7500 MT/s and up to 2TB of PCIe Gen 4 SSD storage, gamers enjoy fast action and reduced loading times. The Acer Game Space application simplifies access to games and features. The Nitro Blaze 11 model also features detachable controllers for solo or multiplayer gaming, a rugged built-in stand, and a front-facing camera for video calling or streaming.

In terms of connectivity, the consoles include USB 4 (Type-C), USB 3.2 Type C, Wi-Fi 6E, and Bluetooth 5.3. Users also benefit from a three-month PC Game Pass. This is aimed at PC gamers and includes flagship titles such as Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, Indiana Jones and the Ancient Circle, Ara: History Untold and other EA Play games.

Nitro Blaze 8

Nitro Blaze 11

Nitro mobile controller

Designed for gaming anywhere, this plug-and-play controller is foldable and compatible with Android and iOS products thanks to an adjustable design for screens up to 8.3 inches. It connects via USB Type-C and incorporates rubber pads for a comfortable grip. The 18W fast recharge guarantees extended gaming sessions without interruption.

plug-and-play controller

Recommended retail price and availability dates

–Acer Nitro Blaze 8 (GN782U) – in the Benelux region in Q2 from €999.00.

–Acer Nitro Blaze 11 (GN7112U) – in the Benelux region in Q2 from €1199.00.

–Nitro mobile joystick : available in the Benelux region in Q1 2025 from €89.99, recommended retail price incl. VAT.

Exact specifications, prices and availability may vary by region. For further details, please contact your local press office or visit www.acer.com.