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Updated January 12, 2024·
The Acer Aspire 1 is a more budget-friendly option, often costing less than the HP Stream 14", and is equipped with a larger screen with higher resolution. However, it has less storage and memory than the HP, potentially limiting multitasking and data-heavy tasks. The Acer's Intel Celeron N4500 processor is suited for basic tasks but may struggle with more demanding workloads, while the HP's Intel Celeron N4120 with better graphics might handle such tasks slightly better. The HP is also more compact and lighter, making it easier to carry around. Both run Windows versions geared towards light users with streamlined experiences and are not designed for intensive 3D applications or gaming. You should consider the Acer if you prioritize a larger, higher-resolution display and the lowest cost, but opt for the HP if portability and slightly better performance are important. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Aspire 1
- The Acer Aspire 1 has no clear advantages over the HP Stream 14".
Advantages of the HP Stream 14"
- Very good portability
Key differences
General Use
5.8
6.5
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.5 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
7.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.1/10
The HP Stream 14" is only fair for general use, while the Acer Aspire 1 is poor.
The Acer Aspire 1 is less suited for general use due to its weaker CPU and lower RAM capacity making multitasking and demanding applications problematic, coupled with its inferior screen quality and battery life which are crucial for everyday tasks. Conversely, the HP Stream 14" offers a more capable CPU, much higher RAM for smoother performance, as well as superior battery life and keyboard quality which enhances user experience for general use.
Content Creation
5.9
6.7
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The HP Stream 14" is only fair 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.
Screen Quality
5.2
5.2
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
220.0 nits
The HP Stream 14" has a better screen than the Acer Aspire 1 for content creation, and software development.
If you prioritize a clear and vibrant display for your daily tasks, both the Acer Aspire 1 and the HP Stream 14" may fall short due to their lower resolution and brightness, affecting the sharpness and visibility under varying lighting conditions. For engineering and design, where color accuracy is crucial, neither laptop would be ideal as they lack wide color gamut coverage, making them less suitable for professional editing where nuanced color differentiation is key. And for gaming or 3D applications, the lack of a high refresh rate on these devices can lead to less fluid motion, while the moderate importance of resolution and panel type might also detract from an immersive visual experience.
Battery
6.0 Hours
7.5 Hours
The Acer Aspire 1 has 6 hours of battery life. The HP Stream 14" has 7.5 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
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP Stream 14" has very good portability, while the Acer Aspire 1 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$244
$299
$100
$150
$200
$250
$300
$350
$400
$450
The Acer Aspire 1 has a price of $244 and the HP Stream 14" costs $299.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
5.6
5.7
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
10.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The HP Stream 14" and Acer Aspire 1 are both poor for gaming and AI.
The Acer Aspire 1 and the HP Stream 14" are unsuitable for gaming and 3D applications because they equip Intel Celeron integrated graphics which lack the power for such intensive tasks and have basic screen refresh rates of only 60Hz not suitable for high-frame-rate gaming.
Engineering and Design
5.5
5.7
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The HP Stream 14" and Acer Aspire 1 are both poor for engineering and design.
The Acer Aspire 1 and HP Stream 14" are both equipped with Intel Celeron processors, limited RAM, and basic integrated graphics, which are insufficient for engineering and design tasks that require more powerful CPUs, higher RAM, and advanced GPUs. Additionally, their screen quality falls short, with the Acer featuring a low-quality TN panel and the HP having a lower resolution display, making them less suitable for detail-oriented work that demands high-resolution and color-accurate screens.
Software Development
6.1
6.5
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.4/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The HP Stream 14" and Acer Aspire 1 are both only fair for software development.
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.
Build Quality
5.5
5.5
The Acer Aspire 1 and HP Stream 14" both have poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the Acer Aspire 1 and the HP Stream 14" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Acer Aspire 1 | HP Stream 14" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$244 | $299 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2022 | January 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.3'' x 9.4'' x 0.78'' | 12.8'' x 8.9'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.19 lbs | 3.5 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.3" | 12.76" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.4" | 8.86" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel Celeron N4500 | Intel Celeron N4120 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 4 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 128 GB | 320 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 7.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 36.7 Wh | 41 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | TN | TN | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1366 x 768 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 200 nits | 220 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 5.6/10 | 5.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.5/10 | 8.2/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 10/10 | 8.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6/10 | 6/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 5.4/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 2 | |
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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Acer Aspire 1
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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."
HP Stream 14"
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PCMag
Zachary Cuevas | November 2021
"With half of the main system memory and a fraction of the storage that we recommend in any budget Windows laptop, the HP Stream 14 does not impress. Perhaps it doesn't need to, depending on your reference point. For the price, you're getting a functional laptop with Windows 10, which already places the HP Stream 14 above most Chromebooks on that merit alone. Still, in this price range, you can't do much worse, but you can do better. In fact, for just $100 more, you can grab the much superior budget option, the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14."
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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.
About HP
HP, also known as Hewlett-Packard, is an American technology company that develops personal computers and computer peripherals. In the laptop industry, HP is known for its entry level Essential series laptops, its mid-range Pavilion, Envy, and Victus series, and high-end Omen and Spectre series, in addition to its business-oriented EliteBook, ProBook, and Dragonfly series laptops. HP laptops generally undercut other mainstream competitors in terms of price, placing itself as the value-oriented mainstream brand.
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