Acer Chromebook Plus 516vsHonor MagicBook X 15

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.
Honor
HONOR MagicBook X 15
MagicBook X 15

Quick Stats

The HONOR MagicBook X 15's performance is decent for general use, but falls short in gaming.
The HONOR MagicBook X 15 boasts impressive build quality with a sturdy aluminum body and clean aesthetic design overall.
The HONOR MagicBook X 15 has a solid and reliable display with good color accuracy overall.
The HONOR MagicBook X 15 boasts a clean design with impressive port options and display features prominently.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Acer Chromebook Plus 516
Winner
#827
Honor MagicBook X 15
#831
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Acer Chromebook Plus 516
#631
Winner
Honor MagicBook X 15
#765
Display
Acer Chromebook Plus 516
#349
Winner
Honor MagicBook X 15
#675
Performance
Acer Chromebook Plus 516
#779
Winner
Honor MagicBook X 15
#804
Build
Acer Chromebook Plus 516
#392
Honor MagicBook X 15
#205
Winner
Features
Acer Chromebook Plus 516
#838
Honor MagicBook X 15
#738
Winner

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Acer Acer Chromebook Plus 516
Honor HONOR MagicBook X 15
up to 8GB
up to 8GB
up to 256GB SSD
up to 256GB SSD
Intel Core i5-1334U
Intel Core i5-10210U
Intel UHD Graphics (Alder Lake, 64EU)
Intel UHD Graphics

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

Honor MagicBook X 15

Strengths

The laptop has a really nice display, with crisp images and decent color accuracy.
It's built really well, looks great, and feels premium for a sub-3000 ringgit laptop.
The battery life is good, lasting around 6 hours in normal usage.
The MagicBook X 15 has a smooth trackpad that works well with gestures.

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?

Honor MagicBook X 15

The HONOR MagicBook X 15 is a budget-friendly laptop that offers a lot for its price tag of just RM2,899. While it's not to be confused with the pricier MagicBook 15 model, this cheaper option boasts a similar clean and classy design, albeit without the azure blue chamfer bezel. With a Core i5 processor, 512GB NVMe SSD storage, and a 15.6-inch full HD IPS display, it's an attractive choice for those working or studying from home on a tight budget.

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