HP ProBook 650 G8vsAcer Chromebook Spin 312

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HP
HP ProBook 650 G8
ProBook 650 G8

Quick Stats

The HP ProBook 650 G8 delivers impressive and robust performance with its high-end processor configuration.
The HP ProBook 650 G8 boasts exceptional build quality, with a sleek and professional aesthetic overall.
The display on the HP ProBook 650 G8 offers vibrant colors and good brightness at 60Hz frequency.
The HP ProBook 650 G8 features a strong Intel Iris Xe graphics and a quad-core CPU with 32GB RAM.
Acer
Acer Chromebook Spin 312
Chromebook Spin 312

Quick Stats

The Acer Chromebook Spin 312's performance is solid, but limited for multitasking and demanding tasks.
The Acer Chromebook Spin 312 boasts a sturdy build despite weighing slightly heavier than its predecessor.
The Acer Chromebook Spin 312's display is a highlight, offering solid performance with nice brightness and good screen real estate.
The Acer Chromebook Spin 312 features an Intel M100 processor, decent ports, and a medium-travel keyboard mostly.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
HP ProBook 650 G8
Winner
#820
Acer Chromebook Spin 312
#825
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
HP ProBook 650 G8
#827
Acer Chromebook Spin 312
#623
Winner
Display
HP ProBook 650 G8
#861
Acer Chromebook Spin 312
#328
Winner
Performance
HP ProBook 650 G8
#615
Winner
Acer Chromebook Spin 312
#818
Build
HP ProBook 650 G8
#638
Acer Chromebook Spin 312
#103
Winner
Features
HP ProBook 650 G8
#754
Winner
Acer Chromebook Spin 312
#832

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
HP HP ProBook 650 G8
Acer Acer Chromebook Spin 312
up to 64GB
up to 8GB
up to 2000GB SSD
up to 128GB SSD
Intel Core i7-1165G7
Intel Processor N100
Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (96EU)
Intel UHD Graphics Xe 750 (32EU)
1x 2280 PCIe NVMe 3.0 x4 See photo
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

HP ProBook 650 G8

Strengths

The laptop has a nice design with insanely small bezels, making it look premium.
The Intel Iris Xc graphics are stronger than an NVIDIA GTX 1030 for an integrated GPU, which is insane!
The keyboard is backlit and super nice, with a bright backlight that's really cool.
The touchpad is smooth and feels like velvet, even compared to Mac touchpads.
The laptop has a long soundbar for surround sound audio, which would be great.
The battery life is good and healthy, making it suitable for all-day use.
The laptop's aesthetics are preferred over any 2020 Elitebook by a mile.

Weaknesses

The laptop only has four cores and eight threads, compared to the Ryzen 4700U system which has eight cores and sixteen threads.
The placement of the power button near the keyboard could be problematic for users who want to press delete and hit the power button at the same time.
The screen is just a regular 1080p display that runs at 60 Hz, with no touch functionality (at least not in this model).
The lighting in the recording environment was unstable due to being near sunrise.
The laptop's quality might suffer due to being recorded in an imperfect environment.
There is no USB-C power cord provided, and the user had to remove their SIM card for the video.
The battery life, while good, wasn't specifically mentioned as exceptional.

Acer Chromebook Spin 312

Strengths

A solid performer
The small size (12.2 in) is a plus
Feels fairly solid in the hand with a weight of about 1.31 kg
Decent selection of ports and connectivity, including HDMI port
Keyboard deck is familiar and has more medium to deeper travel for comfortable typing
Ocean glass branded touchpad feels extremely smooth and responds well to taps and clicks
Estimated battery life of around 13h hour with light use

Weaknesses

The build quality could be improved (too plastic-y)
Sound quality is still pretty average
IPS touch display might not live up to ACA's claim of 300 nits brightness
No pen support on this model, only USI pen supported on higher spec version
Entry-level HD webcam, which can't compete with full HD webcams from other Chromebooks
Bezels aren't exactly small, might be handy for holding the screen in tablet mode though
Only available with Intel M100 processor in the UK, not the more powerful Core i3n 305
Read Full Reviews

HP ProBook 650 G8

I recently had the opportunity to experience the HP ProBook 650 G8, touted as one of the nicest HP laptops ever made. With its 11th gen Intel Core i7 processor clocking at 3 GHz, 32 GB of RAM, and integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics, this laptop is a powerhouse. I was impressed by its sleek design, with incredibly small bezels and a vibrant 1080p display. Let's dive into my review to see if it lives up to the hype.

Acer Chromebook Spin 312

The Acer Chromebook Spin 312 is a small, 12.2-inch convertible touchscreen Chromebook that packs a punch despite its compact size. With a lightweight design and Intel M100 processor, it's suitable for casual use and light Android gaming. However, the availability of a higher-spec version with an Intel Core i3n 305 processor in the US raises questions about why this upgraded model isn't available in other regions. Can this Chromebook deliver on its promise?

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