Acer Chromebook Plus 516vsAsus BR1100C

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

Acer
Acer Chromebook Plus 516
Chromebook Plus 516

Quick Stats

Both models offer neck-and-neck performance, making it difficult to justify the upgrade cost due to minimal bump.
The Acer Chromebook Plus 516's build quality and design are solid, but not necessarily worth full price.
The display on the Acer Chromebook Plus 516 is impressive with vibrant colors and crisp visuals overall.
The Acer Chromebook Plus 516 boasts a sleek design and an upgraded processor with AI dedicated cores.
Asus
ASUS BR1100C
BR1100C

Quick Stats

The ASUS BR1100C delivers commendable performance for its price range, handling day-to-day tasks efficiently smoothly.
The build quality of Asus BR1100C is impressive, considering its price point of Rs 24,999.
The Asus BR1100C's display is suitable for everyday use with average viewing angles and colors.
The Asus BR1100C excels with rugged design, compact display, decent performance, and good port selection features combined.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Acer Chromebook Plus 516
Winner
#827
Asus BR1100C
#829
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Acer Chromebook Plus 516
#631
Asus BR1100C
#271
Winner
Display
Acer Chromebook Plus 516
#349
Winner
Asus BR1100C
#809
Performance
Acer Chromebook Plus 516
#779
Winner
Asus BR1100C
#801
Build
Acer Chromebook Plus 516
#392
Asus BR1100C
#138
Winner
Features
Acer Chromebook Plus 516
#838
Asus BR1100C
#689
Winner

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Acer Acer Chromebook Plus 516
Asus ASUS BR1100C
up to 8GB
up to 8GB
up to 256GB SSD
up to 2000GB SSD
Intel Core i5-1334U
Intel Pentium Silver N6000
Intel UHD Graphics (Alder Lake, 64EU)
Intel UHD Graphics 600

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Acer Chromebook Plus 516

Strengths

I love the fact that you can see your back Lighting on the keys
The processor inside is a bit more efficient with AI tasks, but not a significant performance bump for basic Chromebook stuff
Both devices are fast and very performant, making it hard to choose between them
The price point of $649.99 is great, and they often go on sale even lower

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

Asus BR1100C

Strengths

The laptop has a military-grade certified design that feels solid and can withstand drops and bumps.
It comes with a fast Intel Celeron N4500 chipset, 128 GB Gen 3 SSD, and 4GB DDR4 RAM, making it suitable for day-to-day usage.
The boot time of Windows 11 is only 10 seconds to the login screen and 25 seconds to the desktop, which is impressive.
The keyboard has a dedicated key to mute the mic, and the trackpad supports Windows 11 gestures.
It has good port selection, including USB-C, USB-A, HDMI, and Ethernet ports.

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

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Acer Chromebook Plus 516

The Acer Chromebook Plus 516 is a solid addition to the Chromebook family, offering impressive performance and features at an affordable price point. With its sleek design and ocean glass trackpad, this device is perfect for those seeking a hassle-free computing experience. Powered by the Core Ultra 5 120 processor, it delivers smooth multitasking and responsiveness, making it ideal for everyday tasks and basic productivity needs. But is it worth splurging on the new model, or can its predecessor still deliver the goods?

Asus BR1100C

The Asus BR1100C is an intriguing budget laptop that aims to provide a decent Windows 11 experience without breaking the bank. Priced at ₹25,000, this device boasts a military-grade certified design, a 128GB SSD, and 4GB RAM. While it may not be the most powerful laptop in its class, the BR1100C seems to offer good value for money with its rugged features, portability, and decent specs.

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