Acer Chromebook Plus 514vsSamsung Galaxy Book Ion

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

Acer
Acer Chromebook Plus 514
Chromebook Plus 514

Quick Stats

The Acer Chromebook Plus 514 delivers impressive performance despite its affordable price point. Most important takeaway: The device provides seamless browsing and multitasking experiences with decent battery life.
The Acer Chromebook Plus 514's sturdy plastic build is a reliable option for daily use and holds well.
The Acer Chromebook Plus 514's display is surprisingly crisp and vibrant at an affordable price point of $249.
The Acer Chromebook Plus 514 offers a solid keyboard, touchscreen display, and decent speakers at a low price.
Samsung
Samsung Galaxy Book Ion
Galaxy Book Ion

Quick Stats

The Samsung Galaxy Book Ion's performance is satisfactory for everyday tasks and casual gaming uses.
The Samsung Galaxy Book Ion's impressive build is its standout feature, exuding premium quality and solid reliability always.
The most striking feature of the Samsung Galaxy Book Ion is a decent but somewhat disappointing display.
The Samsung Galaxy Book Ion offers a range of ports including USB-A, HDMI, and USB-C with an SD card slot.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Acer Chromebook Plus 514
#673
Samsung Galaxy Book Ion
Winner
#670
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Acer Chromebook Plus 514
#248
Winner
Samsung Galaxy Book Ion
#722
Display
Acer Chromebook Plus 514
#473
Winner
Samsung Galaxy Book Ion
#793
Performance
Acer Chromebook Plus 514
#775
Samsung Galaxy Book Ion
#714
Winner
Build
Acer Chromebook Plus 514
#109
Samsung Galaxy Book Ion
#92
Winner
Features
Acer Chromebook Plus 514
#168
Winner
Samsung Galaxy Book Ion
#637

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Acer Acer Chromebook Plus 514
Samsung Samsung Galaxy Book Ion
up to 8GB
up to 16GB
up to 2048GB SSD
up to 1000GB SSD
Intel Core i3-N305
Intel Core i7-1065G7
Intel UHD Graphics Xe 750 (32EU)
NVIDIA GeForce MX250 (25W)

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Acer Chromebook Plus 514

Strengths

The new Acer Chromebook Plus 514 is a device that makes a very deep impression on what can be delivered on a shoestring budget.
It has a solid experience with all the stuff that makes for it: clam shell, touchscreen, keyboard, and trackpad.
The build is surprisingly sturdy and doesn't feel like it's bending or creaking under its own weight.
The screen is great for this price range: 16x9 aspect ratio, 300 nits of brightness, anti-glare coating, and touch input.
The keyboard is surprisingly good with no backlight but still usable for daily routines.
It has a decent selection of I/O ports, including USB Type-A and Type-C, headphone jack, microphone jack, Kensington lock, and micro SD card slot.
It comes with 8GB of RAM and a whopping 512GB of SSD storage, which is impressive for the price.

Weaknesses

The build quality feels a bit cheap, although it's sturdy and doesn't bend or creak.
The click mechanism on the trackpad can be a bit finicky, especially above halfway point.
The camera above the screen has colors that aren't great, but you get all the new camera tricks like background blur and noise cancellation.
There's no HDMI port, which might be a drawback for some users.
The speakers are decent but not exceptional for video calls or YouTube watching.
The trackpad can feel cheapened by the click mechanism, especially above halfway point.
Although the keyboard is good, it's not the best keyframe I've typed on.

Samsung Galaxy Book Ion

Strengths

No specific pros listed for this device

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

Read Full Reviews

Acer Chromebook Plus 514

The Acer Chromebook Plus 514 is a device that defies expectations on a shoestring budget. Despite its affordable price point of $249, this Chromebook delivers a solid experience with a sturdy build, impressive screen, and capable Intel Core i3 processor. With 8GB of RAM and 512GB of SSD storage, it's hard to find flaws in this offering. My month-long usage has revealed the value proposition that Acer has managed to achieve, making this Chromebook worth serious consideration for those on a budget.

Samsung Galaxy Book Ion

The Samsung Galaxy Book Ion is a sleek and portable laptop that promises high-performance capabilities in a compact package. However, its features and design may not meet the expectations of all users. I've had the chance to experience this device firsthand, and my initial impression is mixed. While I appreciate its slim design and excellent port selection, some aspects of the keyboard and display resolution leave much to be desired. Let's dive into a detailed review of this laptop to see if it truly delivers on its promises.

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