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Acer Aspire 5

4.1/5

The Acer Aspire 5 offers solid performance at an affordable price, making it perfect for students and budget-conscious users.

Specifications

performance

Processor (score)65
Ram ( GB)8GB
Storage ( GB)512GB
Graphics (score)45
Benchmark (score)12000
Cores10 cores
Threads12 threads
ChipsetIntel Core i5-1235U
Storage TypePCIe SSD
Max R A M16
UpgradeableYes

display

Size Inches15.6
Resolution Width1920W
Resolution Height1080g
Ppi141 PPI
Refresh Rate ( Hz)60Hz
Brightness (nits)250g
Color Gamut65%
Contrast (ratio)1:1000
Display TypeIPS LCD
Hdr SupportNo
Always On DisplayNo
Adaptive RefreshNo

camera

Main ( MP)0.7MP
Ultra Wide ( MP)0
Telephoto ( MP)0
Front ( MP)0.7MP
Video Max ( FPS)30 FPS
Video Max Resolution1
Zoom (level)1
Aperturef/2
Night Mode0
Optical Image Stabilization0
Video Stabilization1
Slow Motion ( FPS)30 FPS
Lidar0

battery

Capacity (m Ah)0
Fast Charging ( W)65W
Wireless Charging ( W)No
Reverse Wireless ChargingNo
Charging Time (minutes)120g
Life (hours)8
Standby (days)0
Battery TypeLi-Po
Removable BatteryNo
MagsafeNo
Capacity ( Wh)50Wh

physical

Weight (g)1700g
Thickness (mm)19.9mm
Width (mm)363mm
Height (mm)250mm
Screen To Body (ratio)80%
Build MaterialPlastic
Color (options)2
Curved DisplayNo
Bezel Size (mm)8mm
Water ResistanceNo

connectivity

Wifi (version)6
Bluetooth (version)5
Usb TypeUSB-C
Nfc SupportNo
Wireless ChargingNo
Fast ChargingYes
Headphone JackYes
Dual SimNo
Esim SupportNo
Max Data Speed5 Gbps
SatelliteNo
Usb (ports)3
Hdmi (ports)Yes
Thunderbolt (ports)No

security

Ip (rating)0
Biometric SupportNo
Face UnlockNo
FingerprintNo
EncryptionYes
Secure ElementNo
Water ResistanceNo
Dust ResistanceNo
Gorilla GlassNo
TitaniumNo
Performance & Testing

Benchmarks

Antutu85,000
GeekbenchSingle: 1200, Multi: 4200
Battery Life8 hours mixed usage

Real-World Performance

MultitaskingHandles 5-8 browser tabs smoothly
Photo EditingBasic photo editing in GIMP works well
Video Playback1080p video plays without issues
Office WorkMicrosoft Office runs smoothly
User Experience
Setup Time10 minutes
Learning CurveEasy

Daily Usability

Good for basic tasks, web browsing, and office work

Ideal Use Cases

Web browsing and email
Office productivity (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Online learning and video calls
Light photo editing
Basic programming
Purchase Guidance

Who Should Buy

  • Students on a budget
  • First-time laptop buyers
  • Users needing basic productivity
  • Those prioritizing value over premium features

Who Should Avoid

  • Gamers needing high-end graphics
  • Professional video editors
  • Users requiring premium build quality
  • Those needing extensive portability

Recommended Configuration

8GB RAM, 512GB SSD for most users

Pros
  • Affordable price
  • Good performance for the price
  • Full HD display
  • Decent battery life
  • Multiple connectivity options
  • Lightweight design
Cons
  • Plastic build quality
  • Limited upgrade options
  • Average display brightness
  • No dedicated graphics
Quick Info
BrandAcer
CategoryLaptops
Release DateNaN
Rating
4.1/5
Where to Buy
Ownership Info
Resale ValueFair - retains 40-50% value after 2 years
Expected Lifespan3-4 years for typical users
UPGRADEABILITY

RAM and storage can be upgraded

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