Lenovo IdeaPad 5vsAcer Spin 7

We compare these two popular phones to help you decide which one fits your needs and budget better.

Lenovo
Lenovo IdeaPad 5
IdeaPad 5

Quick Stats

The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 delivers impressive everyday performance with its powerful Intel Core i5-1235U CPU and MX 550 GPU.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 boasts impressive build quality, with sleek metal finish and sturdy design despite hinge concerns.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 has a suitable FHD display with 65% sRGB color coverage at an affordable price point.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 boasts a sleek aluminum finish, good keyboard, and clicky trackpad as its main features.
Acer
Acer Spin 7
Spin 7

Quick Stats

The Acer Spin 7's performance is decent but hindered by subpar gaming and thermal management capabilities.
The Acer Spin 7's well-designed build features ease of access to internal components with minimal thickness.
The Acer Spin 7's display requires calibration to reach its full visual potential initially.
The Acer Spin 7 features two USB-C ports and a full HD screen with keyboard and touchpad capabilities.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Lenovo IdeaPad 5
Winner
#748
Acer Spin 7
#753
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Lenovo IdeaPad 5
#541
Winner
Acer Spin 7
#732
Display
Lenovo IdeaPad 5
#732
Acer Spin 7
#561
Winner
Performance
Lenovo IdeaPad 5
#691
Winner
Acer Spin 7
#824
Build
Lenovo IdeaPad 5
#692
Acer Spin 7
#121
Winner
Features
Lenovo IdeaPad 5
#518
Acer Spin 7
#6
Winner

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Lenovo Lenovo IdeaPad 5
Acer Acer Spin 7
up to 40GB
up to 8GB
up to 4000GB SSD + up to 2000GB HDD
up to 512GB SSD
Intel Core i3-1005G1
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx Gen2
NVIDIA GeForce MX450 (GDDR6, 25W / 28.5W)
Qualcomm Adreno 680
1x 2280 PCIe NVMe 3.0 x4 See photo
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Lenovo IdeaPad 5

Strengths

The laptop has a good build quality and a sturdy hinge, deserving a 9 out of 10 score at this price range.
It has a great display with 65% sRGB color coverage which is perfect for students or those who just want to check emails and type something on the laptop.
Performance-wise, it's powered by Intel Core i5 1235U CPU with MX 550 GPU from m video, making it suitable for business or work laptops and can perform well enough for a business laptop.
It has good battery life, getting around 6-7 hours of battery life which is sufficient for daily use.
The webcam quality is also impressive, having a 1080p resolution at this price range, with a nice blocker for added privacy.

Weaknesses

One concern about the hinge is that if you open your laptop by holding it on both sides of the screen, you may damage the hinge too easily.
It only has one point hinge instead of two, which can make it last less than other laptops.
The port selection could be improved, as some users might find it lacking in terms of USB ports or other connectivity options.
The speakers are good but not powerful enough to play music or watch videos without an external speaker.
It doesn't have a glass trackpad, which is a minor drawback considering the price point.

Acer Spin 7

Strengths

The keyboard has a very good click point and the keys seem to be quite fast. It's a really good thing that it's completely silent, being fanless.
It has easy access to the battery, SSD, and Wi-Fi module, making upgrades and replacements possible.
The device has a nice format and the SSD is quite fast, making it suitable for office work, student tasks, and basic photo editing.
Despite some minor issues with keyboard depth and backlighting, overall the Spin 7 offers good productivity performance.

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

Read Full Reviews

Lenovo IdeaPad 5

The Lenovo IdeaPad 5 is often hailed as the "king of budget laptops." Priced around $500-$600, this laptop impresses with its impressive build quality and performance. The all-metal finish is particularly noteworthy in this price range. With a good keyboard, trackpad, and decent display, the IdeaPad 5 checks many boxes for those seeking an affordable laptop without sacrificing much. This review will delve into the laptop's strengths and weaknesses to determine if it truly lives up to its budget-friendly billing.

Acer Spin 7

The Acer Spin 7 is a 14-inch Core i5-based 2-in-1 device that boasts a fairly thin and light design. Scoring 82% in our full review, it has its strengths and weaknesses. The display is calibrated to perfection once tweaked, but initially struggles with color accuracy. The keyboard offers decent feedback, albeit with shallow travel. Battery life is reasonable at around 6 hours of Wi-Fi browsing time, although gaming and video rendering may see a drastic drop-off.

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