Acer Aspire 5vsAsus Chromebook CM30 Detachable

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

Acer
Acer Aspire 5
Aspire 5

Quick Stats

The Acer Aspire 5 offers decent everyday performance but struggles with gaming due to thermals and frame drops frequently.
The Acer Aspire 5 boasts dramatically improved exterior build quality with a solid and premium feel overall.
The Acer Aspire 5's display is a major letdown with poor brightness and color accuracy.
The Acer Aspire 5 boasts a premium build with advanced features like fingerprint scanner and dual speaker setup.
Asus
ASUS Chromebook CM30 Detachable
Chromebook CM30 Detachable

Quick Stats

The ASUS Chromebook CM30 Detachable has average performance, struggling with demanding tasks due to its underpowered processor and RAM.
The ASUS Chromebook CM30 Detachable has a sturdy build that feels premium and comfortable to hold.
The display on the ASUS Chromebook CM30 Detachable provides clear visuals and vibrant colors.
The ASUS Chromebook CM30 Detachable features an 11-inch touchscreen display with detachable keyboard and kickstand.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Acer Aspire 5
Winner
#713
Asus Chromebook CM30 Detachable
#717
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Acer Aspire 5
#606
Asus Chromebook CM30 Detachable
#269
Winner
Display
Acer Aspire 5
#557
Asus Chromebook CM30 Detachable
#359
Winner
Performance
Acer Aspire 5
#578
Winner
Asus Chromebook CM30 Detachable
#829
Build
Acer Aspire 5
#365
Asus Chromebook CM30 Detachable
#12
Winner
Features
Acer Aspire 5
#174
Winner
Asus Chromebook CM30 Detachable
#687

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Acer Acer Aspire 5
Asus ASUS Chromebook CM30 Detachable
up to 40GB
up to 8GB
up to 8000GB SSD + up to 2000GB HDD
up to 128GB SSD
Intel Core i7-1165G7
MediaTek Kompanio 520 (MT8186)
NVIDIA GeForce MX450 (GDDR5, 25W)
ARM Mali-G72 MP3
1x 2280 M.2 NVMe slot See photo
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Acer Aspire 5

Strengths

Acer Aspire 5 has dramatically improved exterior build quality with a premium and sturdy feel.
The laptop's trackpad is respectable and the keyboard is essential for general productivity.
The fingerprint scanner is a great addition to the device.
The dual speaker stereo setup is loud enough to give you the immediate surrounding noise levels you would want.
Despite some thermal issues, the laptop still performs pretty well with day-to-day activities like web browsing, watching videos, or crunching up a word document.
It's one of the first mid-range laptops out there rocking intel's 12th gen hardware.
The battery life may be disappointing, but it's not unusable, and you'll get about eight hours on a single charge.

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

Asus Chromebook CM30 Detachable

Strengths

It comes in at a decent price, likely in the $300 range
The keyboard, kickstand, and pen are all included in the box, making it a pretty compelling deal
For one or two tasks at a time, this device is well-suited
You get a tablet with accessories, which is great value for the price
The front-facing 5 megapixel camera takes decent photos with good lighting
It's not meant to be a replacement for your main camera, but it gets the job done
The speakers are small and not particularly impressive, but you can always use headphones
The device comes with all the necessary accessories, making it a great value for the price

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

Read Full Reviews

Acer Aspire 5

The Acer Aspire 5 is a mid-range laptop that impresses with its improved exterior build quality, feeling more premium and sturdy than its predecessors. The device boasts a respectable trackpad and keyboard, as well as essential features like a fingerprint scanner and dual speaker stereo setup. However, it falls short in terms of battery life and thermals, which continue to be issues despite minor improvements over the years. Despite this, the Aspire 5 delivers good performance, making it one of the first mid-range laptops with Intel's 12th gen hardware.

Asus Chromebook CM30 Detachable

The Asus Chromebook CM30 Detachable is an intriguing device that boasts a detachable keyboard and kickstand, making it suitable for on-the-go productivity. With 8GB of RAM and a new processor, performance expectations may be tempered by the budget-friendly nature of this Chromebook. However, the inclusion of a stylus and headphone jack suggests a level of thoughtfulness in its design. As we delve into our review, consider whether this Asus offering can effectively balance value with functionality, making it a compelling choice for those seeking a hassle-free computing experience.

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