Standing screen display size | 15.6 Inches |
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Screen Resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
Max Screen Resolution | 1920 x 1080 |
Processor | 3.9 GHz core_i5 |
RAM | 8 GB DDR4 |
Hard Drive | 256 GB SSD |
Graphics Coprocessor | Intel UHD Graphics 620 |
Chipset Brand | Intel |
Card Description | Integrated |
Graphics Card Ram Size | 2 MB |
Wireless Type | 802.11ac |
Number of USB 2.0 Ports | 1 |
Number of USB 3.0 Ports | 3 |
Average Battery Life (in hours) | 5 Hours |
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Acer Aspire 5 Slim Laptop, 15.6 Inches FHD IPS Display, 8th Gen Intel Core i5-8265U, 8GB DDR4, 256GB SSD, Fingerprint Reader, Windows 10 Home, A515-54-51DJ
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Brand | acer |
Model Name | A515-54-51DJ |
Screen Size | 15.6 Inches |
Color | Silver |
Hard Disk Size | 256 GB |
CPU Model | Core i5 |
Ram Memory Installed Size | 8 GB |
Operating System | Windows 10 Home |
Special Feature | Fingerprint reader |
Graphics Card Description | Integrated |
About this item
- 8th Generation Intel Core i5-8265U Processor (Upto 3.9 gram Hz) | 8 GB DDR4 Memory | 256 GB PCIe NVMe SSD
- 15.6 Inches Full HD (1920 x 1080) Widescreen LED-backlit IPS Display | Intel UHD Graphics 620
- 1 - USB 3.1 Type C Gen 1 port, 2 - USB 3.1 Gen 1 Ports (one with Power-off Charging), 1 - USB 2.0 Port & 1 - HDMI Port with HDCP Support
- 802.11ac WiFi | Backlit Keyboard | Fingerprint Reader | Upto 9.5 Hours Battery Life
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Light weight | 5.0 | 4.5 | 4.4 | 5.0 | 4.6 | 4.6 |
Battery life | 4.1 | 3.6 | 3.8 | 5.0 | 4.1 | 4.3 |
Touch Screen | 3.6 | 3.2 | 3.2 | — | 2.3 | 3.6 |
For gaming | 3.3 | 3.7 | 3.4 | — | 2.9 | 3.9 |
Screen quality | 4.5 | 4.4 | — | — | 4.4 | 4.2 |
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display size | 15.6 inches | 15.6 inches | 15.6 inches | 14 inches | 15.6 inches | 14 inches |
hard disk size | 256 GB | 1 TB | 512 GB | 32 GB | 512 GB | 32 GB |
computer memory size | 8 GB | 20 GB | 12 GB | 4 GB | 20 GB | 4 GB |
cpu manufacturer | Intel | AMD | Intel | Intel | Intel | Intel |
cpu speed | 3.9 GHz | 3.5 GHz | 4.6 GHz | 1.1 GHz | 3 GHz | 1.1 GHz |
cpu model number | Core i5-8265u | 3350U | Core i7-8565u | — | i3-1115G4 | Celeron N4000 |
Product Description
Acer Aspire 5 A515-54-51DJ comes with these high level specs: 8th Generation Intel Core i5-8265U Processor 1.6GHz with Turbo Boost Technology up to 3.9GHz (6MB Smart cache), Windows 10 Home, 15.6 Inches Full HD (1920 x 1080) widescreen LED-backlit IPS Display, Intel UHD Graphics 620, 8GB DDR4 Memory, 256GB PCIe NVMe SSD, True Harmony Technology, Two Built-in Stereo Speakers, Acer Purified.Voice Technology with Two Built-in Microphones, 802.11ac WiFi featuring 2x2 MU-MIMO technology (Dual-Band 2.4GHz and 5GHz), 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet LAN (RJ-45 port), Bluetooth 5.0, Back-lit Keyboard, Acer Fingerprint Reader supporting Windows Hello, HD Webcam (1280 x 720), 1 - USB 3.1 (Type-C) port (Gen 1 up to 5 Gbps), 2 - USB 3.1 Gen 1 Port (one with Power-off Charging), 1 - USB 2.0 Port, 1 - HDMI Port with HDCP support, Lithium-Ion Battery, Up to 9.5-hours Battery Life, 3.97 lbs. | 1.8 kg (system unit only) (NX.HG5AA.001).
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Brand | acer |
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Series | A515-54-51DJ |
Item model number | A515-54-51DJ |
Hardware Platform | PC |
Operating System | Windows 10 Home |
Item Weight | 3.97 pounds |
Product Dimensions | 14.31 x 9.86 x 0.71 inches |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 14.31 x 9.86 x 0.71 inches |
Color | Silver |
Processor Brand | Intel |
Number of Processors | 4 |
Computer Memory Type | DDR4 SDRAM |
Flash Memory Size | 256 |
Hard Drive Interface | Solid State |
Hard Drive Rotational Speed | 0.1 |
Optical Drive Type | No Optical Drive |
Power Source | Battery Powered |
Voltage | 3.7 Volts |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
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ASIN | B07RF2123Z |
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Customer Reviews |
4.5 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #20,996 in Computers & Accessories (See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories) #3,442 in Traditional Laptop Computers |
Date First Available | May 24, 2019 |
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Launch Your Creativity
Powerful and portable, the Aspire 5 laptop delivers on every aspect of everyday computing. Housing an 8th Gen Intel Core Processor, this Aspire 5 can tackle any job no matter how complex. Creativity soars to new heights with sharp, crisp visuals showcased on the 15.6" Full HD IPS screen, while the thin bezel provides you more space to work with wherever inspiration strikes. It’s the perfect companion to take with you wherever you go!
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Powerful Processing
Supercharge your laptop for work and play with an 8th Gen Intel Core i5-8265U processor.
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Exceptional Performance
Your device stays at your side all day with up to 9.5 hours of battery life.
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Exceptional Visuals
Creativity soars to new heights with sharp, crisp visuals showcased on the 15.6" Full HD IPS screen.
Maximized Visuals
The narrow-bezel design offers more real estate for amazing images. Crisp, true-to-life colors come alive on a 15.6” Full HD IPS display with Acer Color Intelligence. Keep your eyes free from strain and watch or work for long sessions using Acer BlueLightShield.
Exceptional Performance
Supercharge your laptop for work and play with an 8th Gen Intel Core i5 processor. Intel processors help apps load faster and allow multiple tasks to run simultaneously without lag.
Premium Looks and Mobility
Travel with ease and look great doing it with the Aspire 5 thin, light design and aluminum top cover.
The Power of Sound
Turn up the music with Acer TrueHarmony, bringing you deeper bass and more volume through its innovative speaker design.
Extensive Connectivity
Accomplish more with a range of ports, including HDMI, USB Type-C & USB 3.1. Strengthen your wireless signal wherever you go using 2x2 802.11ac.
Backlit Keyboard & FPR Reader
Work comfortably in any environment with the backlit keyboard. The built-in fingerprint reader provides easy, secure access with just one touch.
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Customers like the screen quality and weight of the laptop. They mention that it has a nice HD display, and it renders internet and video perfectly. They are also happy with speed, quality, and value. However, some customers are mixed on performance, battery life, and sound quality.
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Customers like the quality of the laptop. They say it has a good frame, is solid, and has high acceleration. The build and material feel okay, and it's a really nice entry-level machine. It does not look or feel overly cheap. Overall, customers are happy with the quality and value of the product.
"...figured out a way to streamline and squeeze them into a really nice entry level machine at a VERY competitive price...." Read more
"...This machine is lightweight, the build is plastic but still seems sturdy, and it powers through me through lesson plans, Google Classroom, and my..." Read more
"...Overall a very solid laptop for its price. I just wish ACER could change the backlit design to allow it to stay on...." Read more
"...The build and material feel okay: not super cheap, but you definitely want to be careful with it..." Read more
Customers like the speed of the laptop. They say it's fast at first, handles YouTube in highest settings without any issues, and is super fast at boot up. It's snappy for web browsing, Microsoft Office programs, and VMs, and the i5 processor is zippy.
"...It remains very fast, everything works, the screen and the keyboard are great (excepting the few keyboard omissions noted above), battery life is..." Read more
"...High speed CPU/SSD/motherboard bus/interface (PCIe/NVMe). Biometric security/ID options. Nicely backlit keypad. Decent number of input options...." Read more
"...It's fast enough for the regular user, has good screen graphics, and has a few extras that make it convenient for a busy working mom...." Read more
"...My 3-year old Acer with SSD is still going strong… and quite fast. I can’t imagine ever going back to a main drive HDD...." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the laptop. They say it's a perfect fit in terms of budget and Amazon shipping availability.
"...I added a 1TB Crucial SSD, at a very reasonable price, and the upgrade was relatively easy..." Read more
"...and squeeze them into a really nice entry level machine at a VERY competitive price...." Read more
"...– Value: This is a good value, but there is competition in the marketplace...." Read more
"...- other than the annoying design decision above, this is a great laptop for its price...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the screen quality of the notebook computer. They mention it has a nice HD display, and is easy to read and navigate. The screen renders internet and video perfectly, and it is crisp and accurate on color.
"...It remains very fast, everything works, the screen and the keyboard are great (excepting the few keyboard omissions noted above), battery life is..." Read more
"...Big, bright, full UHD screen. Quad-core, 8th Gen Intel Core I5 CPU...." Read more
"...have commented about poor screen quality, but I have found it to be crisp and accurate on color when using Lightroom or watching Netflix...." Read more
"...Still the IPS display is nice to have. – USB ports – Acer has 1 more port than its main competitor (“L” brand) in this configuration – always..." Read more
Customers appreciate the weight of the laptop. They mention that it is so light, it's slim, and easy to carry. Some customers also appreciate the great battery life and the fact that it' is comfortable on their lap. Overall, customers find the laptop to be light without feeling too cheap or fragile.
"...This thing is sleek, lightweight, fast and very easy to set up/use...." Read more
"...This machine is lightweight, the build is plastic but still seems sturdy, and it powers through me through lesson plans, Google Classroom, and my..." Read more
"...The weight is fairly light given what it contains and I find it very portable...." Read more
"...AVG isn't much better, but at least its free.- It's is indeed light and thin, and small for a 15.6" screen due to the narrow bezel...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the laptop. Some mention that it's great for everyday tasks, has no problems running apps, and handles multitasking well. However, others say that the touchpad clicks way in the corner or doesn't work. Some customers also mention that the sound and videos cards seem not to work correctly, and the laptop only works when plugged in. That said, some customers say that it can't run Overwatch or most FPS games.
"...It remains very fast, everything works, the screen and the keyboard are great (excepting the few keyboard omissions noted above), battery life is..." Read more
"...Just saying.To sum up-This is a good machine for online education, watching videos, any Office or Google app, surfing the web,..." Read more
"...Acer design is pleasant, Business oriented but somewhat dull...." Read more
"...HDMI cable for extensive screen space for my productivity needs – works well, just like the old E15 did. Standard online videos play well...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the sound quality of the notebook computer. Some mention that the fan is not that loud, it handles YouTube in highest settings without much fan noise, and browsed websites lighting fast. However, others say that the fans are so loud that they can barely hear it, and the speakers are so-so. Some say that it makes a little humming noise, but they can just barely hear the volume all the way up. It often fails to switch the audio output when they connect to HDMI to watch streaming apps.
"...This was not an issue for me, but may be for someone else. The speakers are so-so. Not bad, but not good...." Read more
"...I would disagree. Most of the time, fan noise is minimal or absent. Occasionally, if the CPU is pushed harder, fan noise does become audible...." Read more
"...Although I will admit that the fan noise is louder than my old E 15 (which is quite quiet), yet it is not too offensive and usually settles down..." Read more
"...Speaker quality is very good. If you're someone who wants better, you'll probably buy a bluetooth speaker anyway...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the battery life of the notebook computer. Some mention that it has great battery life, while others say that it doesn't quite last a full day when used regularly.
"...(excepting the few keyboard omissions noted above), battery life is more than acceptable. Best laptop I have ever owned, by a lot!..." Read more
"...My first unit arrived with battery issues, but they sent me a replacement without even waiting for me to return the defective one, so I'll not take..." Read more
"...Battery life unplugged is very decent...." Read more
"...-Battery lasts for advertised time (it's only about 7 hours with ~10 tabs and a VM running, but that's great imo)..." Read more
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Speed: The primary reason I wanted to update my laptop from a nearly 6-yr old HP Pavilion was to get better speed. This laptop delivers the goods. With an 8th generation i5-8265u, 8GB of RAM (expandable to 20GB max), and a 256GB PCIe-NVMe SSD, it is only the Intel UHD 620 graphics that holds it back. From completely off (not sleeping), to booted and signed in, with a functional desktop, ready to respond, takes 12 seconds. The SSD gets most of the credit, though the fingerprint reader speeds sign in significantly (it doesn't work every time). Apps open quickly, and web pages load promptly. More importantly, it feels fast. On User Bench, it tests out as only a Surfboard as a gaming platform, and a Sailboat as a workstation (no big surprises based on the graphics and amount of RAM), but it is a Battlecruiser as a desktop. For everyday computing, this rig is a member of the Brute Squad. So, on speed, it earns a solid check mark.
Screen: Excellent. It is bright, colors are nicely saturated, and, as expected these days, no dead pixels. At typical working distance, it is a retina screen, with not a pixel in sight. Thanks to the IPS technology, the wide viewing angle without the “photographic negative” effect is a solid plus. How many nits, and what percent of the color gamut can it display? Don't know, don't care. It easily passes the “eye test.” So the screen warrants a solid check mark. Of note, this is NOT a touchscreen.
Keyboard: The other reason I wanted to upgrade was to have a back-lit keyboard. It was a MUST-have, and I will not purchase another laptop, or any other keyboard that is not back-lit. Are you listening out there, all you laptop manufacturers? I like the size of, and the feel of the keys. It is a fairly quiet keyboard. The back light does turn off after 30 seconds of no input, in order to conserve battery. Some have criticized this feature. If you continue input, it does not turn off. If it turns off, it comes back on by depressing any key. And the back light is not just around the edges of each key, but each character is is illuminated as well, so you can really see what you are doing. The only negative is that the Home, End, PgUp, and PgDn keys share double duty with 4 keys of the numeric keypad, and you have to turn NumLock on and off to use them. Also, the NumLock and the hated CapsLock key do not have indicator lights to tell you if the are on or off. Both of these are significant, though not fatal flaws, in my opinion. So on the keyboard - check.
WiFi: It works. No fuss, no muss. Connects easily, and it is fast. On Speedtest by Ookla, it produces a download speed of 207mbps, and an upload speed of 116mbps, over a background of a nominal internet connection speed of 300mbps. Of course, your results will vary. WiFi – check.
Form Factor: This is a 15.6” screen, and it weighs ~4lbs. It is comfortable to use. The track pad is fairly large, and works well, though I have yet to learn all the gestures that are available. I like it.
Fan Noise: This has been an issue of criticism in some reviews of Aspire 5's. I would disagree. Most of the time, fan noise is minimal or absent. Occasionally, if the CPU is pushed harder, fan noise does become audible. However, it tends to be short-lived, e.g., <30 seconds. So I don't regard it as much of an issue.
Battery Life: I mostly use my laptop plugged in, so battery life is not a major issue for me. However, the estimate of 5hrs of battery life on average seems reasonable, based on some experience on battery power. The claim of 9.5 hrs maximum seems a bit of a stretch, but not necessarily impossible if you maximize power saving.
Adding a 2nd SSD: With only 256GB on the SSD, a 2nd hard drive of some sort seems mandatory. These days, given the prices of SSD's, there is little excuse for installing a traditional HDD. I added a 1TB Crucial SSD, at a very reasonable price, and the upgrade was relatively easy (the hardest part was prying the back off after removing the 11 screws), aided by a very helpful Acer YouTube video that walks you through the process. Also, the laptop comes with the needed bracket, cable and connector, and all the screws to add the SSD. So, adding the 2nd SSD, which was a MUST-have, was painless. Good one, Acer!
In Sum: For <$500 (at the Black Friday prices for the laptop and SSD), I have an awesome laptop, built for general everyday computing tasks. In my book, this is an outstanding value.
5-month update: After 5 months with this laptop, I have only come to appreciate it even more. It remains very fast, everything works, the screen and the keyboard are great (excepting the few keyboard omissions noted above), battery life is more than acceptable. Best laptop I have ever owned, by a lot! It remains a tremendous value.
Big, bright, full UHD screen. Quad-core, 8th Gen Intel Core I5 CPU. Decent size SSD (easily upgradeable to 1TB if you want/need), and comes with an extra SSD caddy, connector and spare screws to add a second storage drive. High speed CPU/SSD/motherboard bus/interface (PCIe/NVMe). Biometric security/ID options. Nicely backlit keypad. Decent number of input options. The build is a little on the flimsy/plasticky side (only the top shell is aluminum, which is exactly where you want it BTW … to protect the most costly single part in the whole appliance: the screen), but heck, that's "entry level" ... my laptop is at my workstation/desk most of the time, so that's no problem for me. All my prior, trusty Toshiba Satellites had no aluminum on the outer case at all.
This thing is sleek, lightweight, fast and very easy to set up/use. Acer has taken all the most attractive advances in laptop tech from the past 5-10 years and figured out a way to streamline and squeeze them into a really nice entry level machine at a VERY competitive price. The only thing I might grouse about on this laptop is the bare minimum 8GB RAM they put in it (the removable/replaceable part is only 4GB), but that can be upgraded to 20GB for around $60 if you need it.
I've been using laptops as my primary work station for more than 20 years now, and every time I replace one, I marvel at how far they've come by the time I upgrade. No exception to that rule here ... couldn't be happier with what I got for the buck in this one. Only time will tell how it holds up. Thanks Acer ... nice work, and thanks to Amazon and "Prime Day" for making my choice/purchase even easier.
[P.S. to original review: I had an unused spare HDD that I bought for my previous laptop a long time ago before converting it to SSD, and thought I might as well use it for extra storage space in this laptop. It installed/worked fine with the caddy, connector and screws supplied by Acer, but I found that once I'd put the HDD in, the bottom cover was noticeably bulged over the HDD, and the edge closest to it wouldn't fully seat/seal, in turn, making the rest points on the bottom uneven/wobbly. In short, Acer's case design is a little too thin for proper fit of an HDD in the internal secondary drive bay. I ended up getting a new 2.5" SSD which fit just fine in the secondary bay, but I SHOULD also be able to put an HDD in there and can't, that is, if I don't want a bulge and uneven/wobbly rest points on the bottom of my new laptop. But, since re-purposing of my old HDD was an afterthought with no bearing on my original purchase decision, and everyone knows that laptop HDDs are rapidly going the way of the dodo anyway, this issue falls into the category of, e.g., "minor annoyance."]
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It's a great laptop, thin, fast, light. Perfect for airport traveller.
That thing is fast, bright/sharp.
I'm not an acer brand fan, if they had hidden the main logo it would have been a perfect laptop.
The only drawback is the cheap black plastic around the screen seem very fragile and would crack easily.