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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Acer Aspire 1 is a budget-friendly option that is less expensive with basic specifications suitable for general use; it has less storage and memory than the Acer Aspire Vero 15 and a more modest processor, which may not be ideal for demanding tasks. On the other hand, the Acer Aspire Vero 15 comes at a higher cost but offers significantly better performance, thanks to its advanced processor and more memory, making it better suited for intensive tasks like 3D work, machine learning, or heavy multitasking. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Aspire 1
- The Acer Aspire 1 has no clear advantages over the Acer Aspire Vero 15.
Advantages of the Acer Aspire Vero 15
- Good for general use
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.8
7.3
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
264.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.7/10
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 is good for general use, while the Acer Aspire 1 is poor.
The Acer Aspire 1 falls short for general use due to its basic Intel Celeron processor and only 4GB of RAM, coupled with a lower-quality TN screen, which leads to less vivid colors and narrower viewing angles. In contrast, the Acer Aspire Vero 15 provides a better user experience with a more powerful Intel i7 processor, 16GB of RAM for smoother multitasking, and an IPS display for sharper colors, all while maintaining similar portability and slightly longer battery life.
Gaming and AI
5.6
6.2
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
10.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Acer Aspire 1 is poor.
The Acer Aspire 1 has less capable integrated graphics and a basic screen, which makes it less suitable for gaming and 3D applications, whereas the Acer Aspire Vero 15 offers better integrated graphics with a higher-quality screen, enhancing its capabilities for such tasks, although both have the same screen refresh rate. In general, a more powerful GPU and a screen with a higher refresh rate vastly improve the gaming and 3D experience, which the Aspire Vero 15 partially meets.
Engineering and Design
5.5
6.6
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 is only fair for engineering and design, while the Acer Aspire 1 is poor.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Content Creation
5.9
7.2
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 is good for content creation, while the Acer Aspire 1 is poor.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
6.1
7.1
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 is good for software development, while the Acer Aspire 1 is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Screen Quality
5.2
6.2
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
264.0 nits
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 has a better screen than the Acer Aspire 1 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The Aspire 1's screen may have lower resolution and brightness, leading to a less vibrant and sharp experience for all tasks, while its narrow color range can particularly affect precision needed in engineering and design work. The Aspire Vero 15, with a better resolution and brightness, provides a more suitable display for everyday tasks and professional design, though still not optimal for color-sensitive tasks due to limited color gamuts. For gaming and 3D applications, both laptops may fall short as they likely have standard refresh rates, which can't deliver the smooth visuals high-end gaming demands.
Build Quality
5.5
6.5
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 has only fair build quality, while the Acer Aspire 1 has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$244
$665
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
The Acer Aspire 1 has a price of $244 and the Acer Aspire Vero 15 costs $665.
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Key similarities
Battery
6.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Acer Aspire 1 has 6 hours of battery life. The Acer Aspire Vero 15 has 7 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
3.9 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 and Acer Aspire 1 both have good portability.
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How the Acer Aspire 1 and the Acer Aspire Vero 15 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Acer Aspire 1 | Acer Aspire Vero 15 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$244 | $665 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2022 | April 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.3'' x 9.4'' x 0.78'' | 14.3'' x 9.4'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.19 lbs | 3.97 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.3" | 14.3" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.4" | 9.4" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel Celeron N4500 | Intel i7-1195G7 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 4 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 1 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 128 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 36.7 Wh | 48 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | TN | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 200 nits | 264 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 5.6/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.5/10 | 7.7/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 10/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 5.4/10 | 6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 0 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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CNET
Joshua Goldman | May 2020
"There are no surprises and nothing's extraordinary here but this laptop's price. For those in need of an inexpensive Windows laptop for undemanding tasks, though, the Acer Aspire 1 offers just enough to get the basics done and a larger screen to do them on."
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PCWorld
Matt Elliott | October 2021
"The Acer Aspire Vero is an eco-friendly Windows 11 laptop. Made with PCR plastic, the Acer Aspire Vero stands out from the midrange laptop pack with a funky, eco-friendly design. Powering Microsoft’s latest operating system is a Core i7 chip from Intel’s latest series, integrated Intel Xe graphics, and an ample 16GB of RAM. The laptop feels snappy, but its battery life disappoints. I also have a few quibbles with the display and keyboard, but they’re relatively minor. With a longer runtime, the Aspire Vero would earn a stronger recommendation for students or anyone looking for an eco-friendly, big-screen laptop."
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About Acer
Acer is a prominent Taiwanese electronics brand which makes a wide range of laptops, with multiple product lines catering to personal use, gaming, and business use. They are renowned for having exceptional value for money, as they frequently offer good specifications at a lower price than other manufacturers.
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