Acer Chromebook Spin 514vsAcer Chromebook Spin 513

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Acer Chromebook Spin 514
Chromebook Spin 514

Quick Stats

The Acer Chromebook Spin 514's performance is impressive, handling tasks with ease and smooth multimedia consumption.
The Acer Chromebook Spin 514 boasts a premium, sturdy, and durable build quality despite its under $300 price tag.
The display is crisp, clear, and premium-quality, making it perfect for everyday tasks and streaming videos.
The Acer Chromebook Spin 514 boasts an impressive feature set with a large touchscreen display prominently featured.
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Acer Chromebook Spin 513
Chromebook Spin 513

Quick Stats

The Acer Chromebook Spin 513 boasts impressive performance with its Mediatek Companio processor, rivaling Intel Core i3 benchmarks.
The Acer Chromebook Spin 513 boasts a sleek, modern design with an incredibly thin profile of just 16 millimeters.
The Acer Chromebook Spin 513's impressive QHD display offers vibrant colors and excellent viewing angles with great brightness.
The Acer Chromebook Spin 513 boasts a vibrant QHD display with great viewing angles and colors.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Acer Chromebook Spin 514
#784
Acer Chromebook Spin 513
Winner
#783
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Acer Chromebook Spin 514
#844
Acer Chromebook Spin 513
#422
Winner
Display
Acer Chromebook Spin 514
#558
Acer Chromebook Spin 513
#330
Winner
Performance
Acer Chromebook Spin 514
#663
Winner
Acer Chromebook Spin 513
#819
Build
Acer Chromebook Spin 514
#118
Acer Chromebook Spin 513
#104
Winner
Features
Acer Chromebook Spin 514
#658
Acer Chromebook Spin 513
#654
Winner

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Acer Acer Chromebook Spin 514
Acer Acer Chromebook Spin 513
up to 16GB
up to 8GB
up to 512GB SSD
up to 128GB SSD
AMD Ryzen 7 3700C
MediaTek Kompanio 820 (MT8192)
AMD Radeon RX Vega 8 (R2000/3000, 15W)
Arm Mali-G57 MC5

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Acer Chromebook Spin 514

Strengths

The first impressions are good.
It feels like you're getting a lot for essentially $300.
It definitely feels nice and premium.
For most people out there if all you're going to do is just get on the internet and watch videos that's there's nothing wrong with this.
It can play 4k video without any issues.
The screen is responsive and easy to use, similar to a laptop but with Chrome OS.
It's great for getting on the internet, watching videos, and browsing the web.

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

Acer Chromebook Spin 513

Strengths

Acer Chromebook Spin series always comes to mind, specifically the 13-inch models have been exceptional
The device keeps nearly everything great about the previous 13-inch spin models like the spin 713
It has a few tricks of its own to add to the mix making it easily one of the most compelling chromebooks on the market right now
The screen is the same brilliant class of display that we've seen on other spin 713 models in the past, with a resolution of 2256 by 1504 and plenty bright at 360 nits
USI pen support is well done and it's really well suited for taking notes with cursive
With the Mediatek companio 1380 under the hood, this is the first of its kind and by far the most powerful arm processor to ever be put into a chromebook

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

Read Full Reviews

Acer Chromebook Spin 514

My first impressions of this new Chromebook are undeniably positive. The device's premium feel and crisp display have left me impressed, making it easy to get lost in 4K content without any lagging issues. Despite its affordability, the Acer Chromebook Spin 514 feels like a laptop on par with more expensive options from competitors like Apple. I'll be diving deeper into this device's features and capabilities in future reviews, but for now, my initial thoughts are that it's definitely worth considering for those looking for an affordable yet powerful ChromeOS experience.

Acer Chromebook Spin 513

The Acer Chromebook Spin 513 is a top contender in the world of great Chromebooks. Building on the success of its predecessors, specifically the 13-inch models like the Spin 713, this latest device keeps nearly everything great about the previous iterations while introducing some exciting new features. With a powerful Mediatek Companio 1380 processor, long battery life, and a stunning 13.5-inch QHD screen, this Chromebook is a compelling choice for users seeking high productivity, portability, and versatility without breaking the bank.

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