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Black 17.3-inch gaming laptop with RGB backlit keyboard

Acer America

Acer America Predator 17 G5-793 gaming laptop

SKU CH-YBGW-PH01T

17.3 inch Full HD IPS display with G-SYNC, Intel Core i7-7700HQ quad-core processor, 16GB DDR4 memory, 256GB NVMe SSD plus 1TB HDD, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6GB GDDR5 graphics, Thunderbolt 3 USB-C.

  • Screen size17.3 in (43.9 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i7 7th Gen
  • Graphics processorGeForce GTX 1060
  • Memory size16 GB
  • Storage drive1 TB HDD + 256 GB SSD
  • ChipsetIntel HM170
  • Fast, responsive computing with Intel Core i7-7700HQ up to 3.8 GHz
  • VR-ready graphics from NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 with 6GB GDDR5
  • Smooth tear-free visuals on 17.3" Full HD IPS display with G-SYNC
  • Ultra-fast boot and load times via 256GB NVMe SSD plus 1TB HDD
  • Low-latency wireless gaming using Killer WirelessAC 802.11ac and Bluetooth 4.1

17.3" Full HD G-SYNC display

The 17.3 inch panel runs at 1920 by 1080 resolution with IPS technology and NVIDIA G-SYNC support. This combination provides smooth, tear-free visuals for fast-paced gaming. The large screen size suits immersive play and content viewing.

Intel Core i7-7700HQ quad-core processor

The 2.8 GHz CPU reaches 3.8 GHz on four cores with 6 MB L3 cache on the HM170 chipset. It handles modern games and multitasking workloads well. Buyers needing higher core counts or newer architectures should consider alternative platforms.

NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 with 6GB GDDR5 VRAM

The dedicated graphics card delivers VR-ready performance for high-fidelity gaming at 1080p. It connects via HDMI 2.0 and DisplayPort for external displays. This GPU tier determines whether the laptop meets your gaming performance target.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Gaming Laptop Computers, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $573.99
Cheaper than about 96% of the 5,382 comparable items (median $1,978.99).
Screen size 17.3 in (43.9 cm)
Higher than about 80% of the 5,361 comparable items (median 16 in).
Memory size 16 GB
Lower than about 80% of the 5,206 comparable items (median 32 GB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameAcer
Product linePredator 17
Model nameN17Q2
Part numberNH.Q1HAA.002
Product colorBlack
Product typeGaming
Recommended useConsumer
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i7-7700HQ 2.8 GHz
Processor modelIntel Core i7-7700HQ
CPU coresQuad-core Processor
ChipsetIntel HM170
Processor codenameSkylake
L3 cache size6 MB
Memory
Memory size16 GB
Memory configuration8 GB x 2
Storage
Storage drive1 TB HDD + 256 GB SSD
SSD storage256 GB
Hard drive1 TB
Display
Screen size17.3 in (43.9 cm)
Display resolution1920 × 1080
Panel typeIPS
Touch inputNon-Touch Screen
Display17.3 in FHD
Widescreen compatibleYes
Display formatFHD
Screen featuresIn-plane Switching (IPS) Technology
Graphics
Graphics processorGeForce GTX 1060
Video RAM6 GB
GPU modelNVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060
Graphics typeDedicated Card
VR readyYes
Audio & video
Sound1x Headphone/Microphone combo jack (3.5 mm)
Web cameraYes
Connectivity
Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 5
NetworkingGigabit LAN and WLAN
LAN connection10/100/1000 Mbit/s
Wi-Fi802.11ac Wireless LAN
Network typeWi-Fi Only
Bluetooth support4.0
Wired network1 x RJ-45 (1 Gbit/s)
Ports & slots
USB ports1 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C
Thunderbolt 3 supportYes
Thunderbolt ports1 x Thunderbolt 3
Video outputs1 x DisplayPort
HDMI ports1 x HDMI 2.0
Additional ports1x Ethernet (RJ-45)
Audio jacks1 x Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack
Memory card readerSD Card Reader
Power
Battery pack8-cell Lithium Ion
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Home
More details
KeyboardFull size with Keyboard light
Keyboard backlightBacklit

Questions about this item

Will the 17.3 inch Full HD screen run G-SYNC with the GTX 1060 6 GB?

Yes, the 17.3 inch IPS panel at 1920 x 1080 supports NVIDIA G-SYNC and the GTX 1060 with 6 GB GDDR5 drives it for tear-free gaming.

Can I add a second NVMe SSD alongside the 256 GB drive and 1 TB HDD?

The laptop ships with a 256 GB NVMe SSD and a 1 TB HDD; the chassis has room for an additional M.2 NVMe drive if you need more fast storage.

Does the USB Type-C port support Thunderbolt 3 for an external GPU or dock?

The single USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C port includes Thunderbolt 3 support, so you can connect an external GPU enclosure or Thunderbolt dock.

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