The Acer Chromebook 315 is a great option for those on a budget, with the Intel model costing just £269.99. That’s fairly hefty, but you can still just about lift it up with one hand, albeit with some wrist strain. Firstly, you can only really download Google-approved software, and while Chrome OS has matured over the years to build a comprehensive library, you’ll still likely be out of luck if you want to download some obscure software. After conducting our own standard battery test (turning brightness down to 150 nits and looping a video) the Acer Chromebook only lasted 5 and a half hours. MU-MIMO (Multi-User Multiple-Input and Multiple-Output) is a standard that offers faster wireless speeds and can handle more wireless devices at once. Fast boot times, ease of use, tough security and a long battery life are some of the advantages of Chrome OS. Unlike other sites, we thoroughly test every product we review. I’m sure there are apps on the Google Play Store that will make it struggle, such as games or photo-editors, but if you stick to the basics then this laptop should run fine. However, our own battery benchmark tests show very different results. The former seems to be a lot more common after doing a quick search online, but it’s roughly the same price as the Intel configuration that I have in for review so I don’t expect them to vary in performance drastically. To buy an alternative laptop running on Windows though, you’ll need to spend twice as much. The large 15” display with an anti-glare coating and 9.5mm narrow bezels, gives users a greater workspace so they can be more productive in bright conditions. Model 1 – Acer Ch… © 2020 Acer Inc. The black plastic bezel surrounding the screen is relatively chunky, but not to the extent that the Chromebook 315 looks ugly. The likes of The Witcher looked perfectly fine on the Acer Chromebook, even during gloomy scenes where other budget laptops may struggle. With a 15.6-inch screen, it’s a great option for video streaming and gaming via Google Stadia and is powerful enough to run basic applications smoothly. We never, ever accept money to review a product. To achieve Gigabit wireless speeds, the network requires a wireless router/access point that supports 160 MHz channels. Intel, the Intel Logo, Intel Inside, Intel Core, and Core Inside are trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the U.S. and/or other countries. It’s only really an issue with white backgrounds, but I spend a lot of time with Google Docs so it was hard to ignore. But if you’re planning on using it at home or in an office where a mains is always within reach, then the poor battery life shouldn’t be an issue. }. With a 15.6-inch screen, it’s a great … There is some noticeable flex if you push the chassis down, and some screen wobble if you give it a shaking, but nothing that really concerns me. Then I decided to push it further by playing music via Spotify while opening 10 Google Chrome tabs – still no slowdown, aside from a few images that took an extra second or so to load, but it was hardly a problem. Note that the models look and feel similar, all measuring 15.6” and weighing about 4 lbs. Colours aren’t very accurate – nowhere near the required standard for professional creative work – but that’s not really an issue for casual use. A strong, consistent wireless signal is provided by Intel® Gigabit Wi-Fi and the strategically placed Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) wireless antenna with 2x2 MU-MIMO. But when you consider the cheapest Windows laptop with a decent performance will cost you more than £500, then there’s no doubt that the Acer Chromebook 315 represents fantastic value – just as long as you’re content sticking to web browsing, video streaming and basic apps. The trackpad performs as well as you’d want it to, with fantastic sensitivity and an audible click when pushed down. Chromebooks aren’t usually this big, but it’s really handy to have the extra screen space. There are other shortcomings too, including a disappointing battery life, spongy keyboard and a performance only really suited to basic apps and workloads. That said, all the Chromebooks in this series possess the innate surety of performance and security that you expect from Acer. Testing conducted by Acer using Google Chrome OS power_LoadTest. The Acer Chromebook’s speakers can be found on the bottom of the laptop, which unfortunately does mean audio sounds a bit muffled when blasted into your desk. If you’ve no intentions of pushing your laptop further than basic browsing and video streaming, then the Acer Chromebook 315 is a perfectly adequate option. The 15.6-inch version weighs 1.8kg. Visit the Acer Store for the widest selection of Acer products, accessories, upgrades and more. A lot of popular games are ruled out here too, including Minecraft and Fortnite. Acer claims the Chromebook 315 sees a battery life of up to 12.5 hours, which surpasses the 10-hour mark that most laptops and Chromebooks aim for. See, Intel® Celeron® N4000 processor Dual-core 1.10 GHz, 15.6" Full HD (1920 x 1080) 16:9 Touchscreen, http://www.chromium.org/chromium-os/testing/power-testing. My biggest issue with the Chromebook 315 screen is the noticeable red tinge due to a below-normal colour temperature. Designed for a mobile life, this 15” anti-glare Chromebook™ with narrow 9.5mm bezels provides a larger screen for getting more done. Chromebooks aren’t usually this big, but it’s really handy to have the extra screen space. This manual comes under the category Laptops and has been rated by 3 people with an average of a 9. The Acer Chromebook 315 sees a huge 15.6-inch LCD screen with a Full HD resolution. Models Acer Chromebook 315 Designed for a mobile life, this 15” anti-glare Chromebook™ with narrow 9.5mm bezels provides a larger screen for getting more done. See http://www.chromium.org/chromium-os/testing/power-testing for test details. Contrast is decent enough with a 1102:1 ratio. The reversible USB 3.1 Type-C™ connector is the same at both ends and on both sides, so it’s easy to attach. The extra performance makes highly graphical classroom projects run smoother so tasks are performed quicker. This manual is available in the following languages: English. Coupled with its unwieldy size and weight, this isn’t an ideal Chromebook for the on-the-go work. That’s a pretty poor result, and means you won’t get through the work day without needing to plug it into the mains. Two USB Type-C ports for ultra-quick data transfer, video streaming, and battery charging. But Acer has managed to balance out all of these features to deliver a laptop capable of running basic day-to-day tasks without a hitch. It’s important to remember that this is an incredibly cheap laptop though, so should only be judged on basic tasks such as web browsing and video streaming. View the manual for the Acer Chromebook 315 here, for free. Through the inclusion of a dedicated number pad, a fast CPU and long battery life – it works longer and is more powerful than before. For added functionality and to keep numerists happy, an integrated numeric keypad has been included. The Acer Chromebook 315’s keyboard is one of its weakest features. background: #00192a; See http://www.chromium.org/chromium-os/testing/power-testing for test details.