Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 714vsAcer Nitro 5

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Acer
Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 714
Chromebook Plus Spin 714

Quick Stats

The Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 714 delivers high-performance capabilities with its Intel Core Ultra 5 processor seamlessly.
The Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 714 boasts a premium aluminum build with sleek design and sophisticated finish overall.
The Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 714 features a bright and vibrant display with excellent color coverage.
The Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 714 features a powerful Intel Core i5 processor with advanced specifications overall.
Acer
Acer Nitro 5
Nitro 5

Quick Stats

The Acer Nitro 5 delivers decent performance, suitable for 1080p and 1440p gaming, mostly.
The Acer Nitro 5's build is flimsy and cheap, with a plastic body that wobbles easily.
The display is functional but unremarkable, with the 1440p option being a worthwhile upgrade for gamers.
The Acer Nitro 5 features a powerful NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 graphics and up to 32GB RAM.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 714
Winner
#674
Acer Nitro 5
#676
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 714
#624
Winner
Acer Nitro 5
#627
Display
Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 714
#340
Winner
Acer Nitro 5
#570
Performance
Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 714
#664
Acer Nitro 5
#483
Winner
Build
Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 714
#124
Winner
Acer Nitro 5
#384
Features
Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 714
#660
Acer Nitro 5
#188
Winner

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Acer Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 714
Acer Acer Nitro 5
up to 16GB
up to 64GB
up to 512GB SSD
up to 2000GB SSD + up to 2000GB HDD
Intel Core Ultra 7 155H
Intel Core i5-10300H
Intel Graphics (4-Cores)
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 (Laptop, 95W)
N/A
2x 2280 M.2 NVMe slots See photo

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 714

Strengths

The full aluminium outer chassis has felt great every time I've picked it up. The rounded corners make it easy to hold, and its reasonable weight (1.45 kg) makes it portable.
Performance is no issue at all with the Intel Core Ultra 5 processor, making browsing and gaming a breeze. Battery life is also impressive, with close to 8 hours of mixed use (Acer claims up to 10 hours).
The device has plenty of connectivity options, including a HDMI port version 2.0, two Thunderbolt ports, and a quad HD webcam at the top of the screen.
The garaged active stylus works well and is a definite benefit for convertible use.

Weaknesses

The Intel Core Ultra 5 processor may not be powerful enough to handle demanding tasks like gaming, as seen with Call of Duty mobile season 10 crashing issues.
The fan and heat are still relatively minimal, but this may not be sufficient when pushing the device's capabilities.
The SSD in the device was slower than expected for transferring larger files, and it would have been ideal to have a USBC port on the right-hand side or another Thunderbolt Port for easier charging and data transfer.
There were occasional issues with the stylus tools prompt popping up when not in use, which seemed to be related to the device's firmware.

Acer Nitro 5

Strengths

The MUX switch, higher GPU power limits, and dual channel RAM give a decent FPS boost compared to last year's Nitro 5 with same RTX 3060 graphics.
This year's version also adds Type-C charging and more performance with Intel's 12th gen CPUs.
It has a decent battery life, especially if you get the Ryzen 6000 configuration.
The Nitro 5 is one of the only options left giving you a 2.5 inch drive bay gaming laptop.
The keyboard shortcuts for volume and key brightness work, and the default red keyboard lighting can't be changed.
Linux support was tested with an Ubuntu 22.04 live CD and worked, except for the camera recognition.
A decent FPS boost compared to last year's Nitro 5 makes it a good option if you're looking for an upgrade.

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

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Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 714

The Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 714 is a high-end convertible Chromebook that promises a premium experience. With its sleek aluminum chassis, Intel Core Ultra 5 processor, and impressive specs, it's designed to deliver seamless performance for everyday use and more demanding tasks like gaming. My hands-on time with this device has been positive, with excellent battery life, decent connectivity options, and a standout display that excels in brightness and color accuracy.

Acer Nitro 5

The Acer Nitro 5 is a gaming laptop that promises a boost in performance with its latest updates. Equipped with Intel's 12th gen CPUs and NVIDIA's RTX graphics, this device aims to deliver improved frame rates and smoother gameplay. However, the older 1080p screen and loud fans may be drawbacks for some users. Priced similarly to Acer's Helios 300, the Nitro 5 faces stiff competition in the gaming laptop market. Can it stand out with its enhanced features and affordable price?

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