Acer Aspire 3vsLenovo 100e

We compare these two popular phones to help you decide which one fits your needs and budget better.

Acer
Acer Aspire 3
Aspire 3

Quick Stats

The Acer Aspire 3 delivers decent performance for everyday tasks with suitable CPU power.
The Acer Aspire 3's build quality is solid and functional, prioritizing practicality over flashiness overall.
The Acer Aspire 3's display offers sharp text and images, but lacks color accuracy.
The Acer Aspire 3 features a 15.6-inch full HD display and comfortable keyboard with good key travel.
Lenovo
Lenovo 100e
100e

Quick Stats

The Lenovo 100e offers decent performance with a smooth quad-core processor for its extremely affordable price tag.
The Lenovo 100e's sturdy build and premium feel justify its affordable price tag with great value offered.
The Lenovo 100e's HD display is sufficient for basic tasks, despite limited viewing angles and brightness.
The Lenovo 100e boasts a variety of features including spill-resistant keyboard and drop-proof design for durability primarily.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Acer Aspire 3
#863
Lenovo 100e
Winner
#860
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Acer Aspire 3
#731
Winner
Lenovo 100e
#864
Display
Acer Aspire 3
#799
Winner
Lenovo 100e
#865
Performance
Acer Aspire 3
#823
Winner
Lenovo 100e
#861
Build
Acer Aspire 3
#364
Lenovo 100e
#267
Winner
Features
Acer Aspire 3
#834
Lenovo 100e
#765
Winner

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Acer Acer Aspire 3
Lenovo Lenovo 100e
up to 8GB
up to 8GB
up to 256GB SSD + up to 1000GB HDD
up to 128GB SSD
Intel Pentium Silver N5030
Intel Celeron N4120
Intel UHD Graphics 605
Intel UHD Graphics 600

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Acer Aspire 3

Strengths

The laptop offers good value for money, especially if you choose a model with 8 GB RAM and SSD storage.
It has a reliable battery life of around 7-9 hours on a full charge, making it suitable for students and professionals who need a laptop that lasts through the day.
The Aspire 3 comes with a good selection of ports, including multiple USB-A ports, an HDMI port, an Ethernet port, and a headphone microphone combo jack.
It's a great entry-level laptop for everyday tasks like web browsing, word processing, video streaming, and even some light multitasking.

Weaknesses

The base models come with 4 GB of RAM, which is quite limiting in today's computing environment, and may lead to slowdowns when running multiple browser tabs or using Microsoft Office.
The storage options vary between 128, 256, and 512 GB of SSD, but the 128 GB option might feel cramped if you store a lot of files.
The display is not a touchscreen laptop, which may be an issue for those who prefer interacting with Windows using touch gestures.
It's not designed as a gaming laptop, so don't expect high-end performance in AAA title games.

Lenovo 100e

Strengths

For $79, it's a no-brainer if you're looking to have a cheap device laying around the house to catch up on some emails, do some online shopping browsing or even some streaming.
You actually get some bang for your buck at this price point.
It's great for kids with its spill-resistant keyboard and mouse pad, and it's drop proof up to two and a half feet.
The battery life is 10 hours, which is the same as the $920 Google Pixelbook
It has Bluetooth 4.2 so you can connect your favorite pair of headphones or other peripherals.
Setting up is easy just log in using your Google credentials and if you don't have an account you can set one up in seconds.
The keyboard is alright with decent travel and each key has a grippy mat texture
It's great for basic tasks like emails, web searches, and Google Docs.

Weaknesses

The storage is only 16GB, which sounds absurdly small but remember most of what you're saving or working on should be on the cloud.
The viewing angles on this 11.6 inch screen are not the greatest and possibly the only indication that this is indeed a budget device
The speakers sound pretty terrible but are certainly usable in a pinch
The built-in webcam is at 720p, which might be low for some users.
The microphone is not the greatest however for Google duo, Google's answer to Apple's FaceTime as well as some zoom and some Microsoft teams meetings it's more than sufficient
The mousepad is a little sticky and makes me crave Windows precision drivers
It doesn't flip around like other laptops, which might be a drawback for some users.
The keyboard shortcuts are not super intuitive but once you get used to them, they're fine.
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Acer Aspire 3

The Acer Aspire 3 is a budget-friendly laptop that aims to deliver solid performance without breaking the bank. Designed for everyday users, students, and professionals, this laptop promises decent performance for web browsing, office tasks, and multimedia consumption. With a sturdy plastic build, full-size keyboard, and 15.6" Full HD display, it's an attractive option for those seeking reliable computing on a tight budget.

Lenovo 100e

The Lenovo Chromebook 100e - a budget-friendly option for those seeking a reliable device without breaking the bank. Priced around $79, this Chromebook packs some surprising features, including a MediaTek processor, 4GB RAM, and an 11.6-inch HD display. While it may not be the most powerful machine on the market, its affordability makes it an attractive choice for casual users who want to stay within Google's ecosystem without overspending.

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