Asus ZenBook Flip 14 UM462vsAcer Chromebook Plus 515

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Asus
ASUS ZenBook Flip 14 UM462
ZenBook Flip 14 UM462

Quick Stats

The Ryzen 5 processor delivers impressive performance with seamless multitasking and no lag or stuttering observed during daily use.
The ASUS ZenBook Flip 14's build quality is its strongest suit, with premium materials used throughout.
The ASUS ZenBook Flip 14's display is fine for everyday tasks but limited for creative uses.
The Asus ZenBook Flip 14 features a 14-inch touchscreen display and convertible design with Harman Kardon speakers.
Acer
Acer Chromebook Plus 515
Chromebook Plus 515

Quick Stats

The Acer Chromebook Plus 515 delivers seamless everyday performance with its smooth user interface.
The Acer Chromebook Plus 515 has solid build quality with a lightweight design weighing just 3.7 pounds overall.
The Acer Chromebook Plus 515's display is decent, with clear visuals but limited brightness at around 250 nits.
The Acer Chromebook Plus 515 delivers a solid experience with its combined features.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Asus ZenBook Flip 14 UM462
#814
Acer Chromebook Plus 515
Winner
#811
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Asus ZenBook Flip 14 UM462
#669
Acer Chromebook Plus 515
#435
Winner
Display
Asus ZenBook Flip 14 UM462
#612
Acer Chromebook Plus 515
#476
Winner
Performance
Asus ZenBook Flip 14 UM462
#726
Winner
Acer Chromebook Plus 515
#799
Build
Asus ZenBook Flip 14 UM462
#457
Acer Chromebook Plus 515
#388
Winner
Features
Asus ZenBook Flip 14 UM462
#702
Acer Chromebook Plus 515
#672
Winner

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Asus ASUS ZenBook Flip 14 UM462
Acer Acer Chromebook Plus 515
up to 16GB
up to 8GB
up to 1000GB SSD + up to 1000GB HDD
up to 512GB SSD
AMD Ryzen 5 3500U
Intel Core i3-N305
AMD Radeon RX Vega 8 (R2000/3000, 15W)
Intel UHD Graphics Xe 750 (32EU)
1x 2280 PCIe NVMe 3.0 x2 
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Asus ZenBook Flip 14 UM462

Strengths

The Asus Zenbook flip 14 is a fine machine for everyday computing tasks, handling multitasking without any signs of lag or stuttering.
It has an acceptable score of three hours and 54 minutes on our standard battery benchmark test
The touchscreen display is bright and colorful with natural colors and sufficient brightness for daylight use
The keyboard is amongst the most comfortable I've seen on a convertible laptop, with large three-stage backlit keys
The touchpad is modern and precise, supporting multi-finger taps and swipes natively on Windows 10
It's built very well, with a firm smooth laptop body made of aluminum and magnesium alloy

Weaknesses

Battery life could have been a lot longer, lasting only about three hours and 54 minutes on our standard battery benchmark test
The battery drains sharply when enabled keyboard backlighting
The stylus isn't suitable for drawing, with poor touch accuracy and low pressure sensitivity
The speakers are hollow, lacking clear lows and making it unsuitable for full-blown entertainment
The laptop is on the heavier side at 1.66 kg, making it difficult to use as a tablet
The battery drains faster than expected, lasting only about three hours and 13 minutes with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth turned on

Acer Chromebook Plus 515

Strengths

Solid, steady performance across the board
A combination of all the pieces that make up a Chromebook come together well
Good keyboard and trackpad that don't get in the way
Ports selection is solid
Smooth performance with no need to think about it

Weaknesses

Screen only hits 250 nits of brightness, which might be a hindrance
Keyboard is fine but lacks backlighting and touch screen
Lack of a touchscreen can be frustrating sometimes
$399 MSRP feels steep considering other models are available at lower prices
Camera quality is average
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Asus ZenBook Flip 14 UM462

The ASUS ZenBook Flip 14 UM462 is an intriguing convertible laptop that attempts to bridge the gap between traditional laptops and tablets. Powered by AMD's Ryzen 5 processor, it boasts impressive everyday performance, handling multitasking with ease. The touchscreen display, though glossy, offers vivid colors and sufficient brightness for daylight use. However, battery life falls short of expectations, and the stylus input leaves room for improvement. Is this device a worthy compromise between form and function?

Acer Chromebook Plus 515

The Acer Chromebook Plus 515 offers a solid and steady experience at an affordable price point. Despite its budget-friendly nature, this device manages to deliver on the core aspects of a great Chromebook experience, including performance, screen clarity, build quality, and connectivity options. With a balanced spec sheet that gets most things right, even if not perfect, this Chromebook provides a usable and smooth experience without breaking the bank.

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