Acer Nitro 5vsAcer Chromebook Plus 514

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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.
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.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Acer Nitro 5
#676
Acer Chromebook Plus 514
Winner
#673
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Acer Nitro 5
#627
Acer Chromebook Plus 514
#248
Winner
Display
Acer Nitro 5
#570
Acer Chromebook Plus 514
#473
Winner
Performance
Acer Nitro 5
#483
Winner
Acer Chromebook Plus 514
#775
Build
Acer Nitro 5
#384
Acer Chromebook Plus 514
#109
Winner
Features
Acer Nitro 5
#188
Acer Chromebook Plus 514
#168
Winner

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Acer Acer Nitro 5
Acer Acer Chromebook Plus 514
up to 64GB
up to 8GB
up to 2000GB SSD + up to 2000GB HDD
up to 2048GB SSD
Intel Core i5-10300H
Intel Core i3-N305
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 (Laptop, 95W)
Intel UHD Graphics Xe 750 (32EU)
2x 2280 M.2 NVMe slots See photo
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

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

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.
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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?

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.

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