MSI Trident 3 (Tri311TC069) vs Acer Nitro 50 N50-640-UR12 (DG.E30AA.002)
Comparison summary
- For performance Acer Nitro 50 N50-640-UR12 has a faster processor.
- The computers have different operating systems, MSI Trident 3 has Windows 10 Home and Nitro 50 N50-640-UR12 has Windows 11 Home.
- For portability Trident 3 is lighter. It's also thinner and smaller in size.
- Nitro 50 N50-640-UR12 is cheaper.
- Nitro 50 N50-640-UR12 has more HDD storage.
MSI Trident 3 (Tri311TC069)
Acer Nitro 50 N50-640-UR12 (DG.E30AA.002)
Compare specifications
| MSI Trident 3 (Tri311TC069) | Acer Nitro 50 N50-640-UR12 (DG.E30AA.002) |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a gaming PC and is responsible for running games. Read more | |
| Intel Core i5-11400F | Intel Core i5-12400F |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed of a gaming PC. Read more | |
| 16gb | 16gb |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| GeForce RTX 3060 | GeForce RTX 3060 |
| Weight | |
| 6.99 lbs (3.17 kg) | 16.58 lbs (7.52 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 13.9 x 9.9 x 3.8 inches | 15.43 x 15.2 x 6.89 inches |
| (35.31 x 25.15 x 9.65 cm) | (39.19 x 38.61 x 17.5 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 10 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Hard drives | |
| 500gb SSD | 500gb SSD, 1000gb HDD |
| Release date | |
| September 17, 2021 | January 25, 2026 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $1,999.00 | $1,598.00 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $1,999.00 | $1,598.00 |
| Buy on Amazon.com | Buy on Amazon.com |
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MSI Trident 3 (Tri311TC069) summary
MSI Trident 3 is a Windows gaming computer. It doesn't come with the top Intel CPU and also less RAM than competitors for its price. The computer has the GeForce RTX 3060 GPU which is underwhelming for gaming. You can run older games on recommended settings, but using lower graphics settings you can play 40% of the games published this year.
msi Trident 3 (SFF) Gaming Desktop, Intel Core i5-11400F, GeForce RTX 3060 (ITX), 16GB Memory, 512GB SSD, WiFi 6E, USB Type-C, VR-Ready, Windows 10 Home Plus (11TC-069US)
Take to the Skies: Intel Core i5-11400F provides efficient multi-tasking for competitive gaming, content creation, or work with Turbo Boost up to 4.40 GHz frequency and 8 cores
Esports-Performance: Powered by NVIDIA Ampere architecture—The GeForce RTX 3060 provides an enhanced gaming experience with enhanced Ray Tracing Cores for incredible graphics and smooth, stutter-free live streaming
Light Up Your Rig: Customize your MPG Trident 3 with Mystic Light. Simply select from the available colors and set your desired LED Effect
Stay Connected: MPG Trident 3 is fitted with the latest Wi-Fi 6E technology, providing you with stable network connectivity and low latency to keep you in the game
Tiny and Mighty: At merely 4.72 liters in size, the portable MPG Trident 3 packs top of the line components with a robust cooling design that brings all the power of a traditional desktop in a space saving package
ASIN: B09CN367QK
Acer Nitro 50 N50-640-UR12 (DG.E30AA.002) summary
Acer Nitro 50 N50-640-UR12 is a Windows gaming computer released in 2026. It doesn't have the best Intel processor plus also less memory than it's rivals for its price. The computer has the GeForce RTX 3060 graphics card that is not the best for playing games. You can play older games on recommended settings, but using lower graphics settings you can run 40% of the games published this year.
acer Nitro 50 N50-640-UR12 Gaming Desktop | 12th Gen Intel Core i5-12400F 6-Core Processor | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 | 16GB 3200MHz DDR4 | 512GB SSD | 1TB HDD | Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211 | Windows 11 Home
BUILT TO CONQUER: Fuel your need for those high frame, lag-free game sessions - with a 12th Gen lntel Core i5 Processor and GeForce RTX 3060 graphics at your beck and call.
12th Generation Intel Core i5-12400F 6-Core Processor (Up to 4.4GHz) | 16GB DDR4 3200MHz Memory (expandable to 32GB) | 512GB M.2 2280 NVMe SSD | 1TB 7200RPM Hard Drive
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Graphics with 12GB of GDDR6 Video Memory (3 x Display Ports 1.4a & 1 x HDMI 2.1 Port)
DTS X: Ultra Audio | Intel Wireless Wi-Fi 6E AX211 (Gig+) 802.11ax supporting dual-stream 2.4GHz, 5GHz and 6GHz bands featuring 2x2 MU-MIMO technology | Realtek 8118AS Dragon 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet
1 - USB 3.2 Type C Gen 2x2 port (up to 20 Gbps) (Front) | 1 - USB 3.2 Gen 2 Port (Front) | 2 - USB 3.2 Gen 1 Ports (Rear) | 4 - USB 2.0 ports (Rear)
USB Keyboard and Mouse Included | Windows 11 Home
ASIN: B0B6XT69W6