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Updated January 12, 2024·
The Acer Aspire 1 offers a larger, higher-resolution screen, more internal storage, and newer processor technology, leading to better performance. This would be suitable for tasks that require a bit more power and a better visual experience. On the other hand, the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is lighter and thus more portable, and it is less expensive, which might make it a good fit for basic tasks and for users who prioritize budget and portability over performance and screen quality. Neither laptop has a fan, so they both operate silently. Depending on your priority, higher performance and better display with the Acer, or value for money and portability with the Lenovo, you should choose accordingly. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Aspire 1
- The Acer Aspire 1 has no clear advantages over the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14".
Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14"
- Very good portability
Key differences
Screen Quality
5.2
5.3
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
239.0 nits
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has a better screen than the Acer Aspire 1 for content creation, and software development.
For general use, a poor screen quality implies that tasks like browsing, watching videos, or working with documents may not look sharp or vibrant due to lower resolution and dull brightness, making it harder to enjoy or work for extended periods. In engineering and design, accurate colors are crucial for the work's precision and quality, but poor screen quality means these laptops likely don't cover the wide color gamuts necessary for professional-level color work. For 3D and gaming, the immersion and responsiveness may suffer on these laptops since a high refresh rate is key for smooth motion, and without it, users may experience blur or lag during fast-paced scenes.
Battery
6.0 Hours
9.0 Hours
The Acer Aspire 1 has 6 hours of battery life. The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has 9 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
3.0 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has very good portability, while the Acer Aspire 1 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$244
$150
$50
$100
$150
$200
$250
$300
$350
The Acer Aspire 1 has a price of $244 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" costs $150.
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Key similarities
General Use
5.8
6.1
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
239.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
7.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.3/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" to be only fair for general use, while the Acer Aspire 1 is poor.
The Acer Aspire 1 and Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" both have low-powered Intel Celeron processors and 4 GB of RAM, making them less suitable for more demanding general use, and their TN panels with relatively low brightness and color coverage offer poor screen quality. While the Acer Aspire has a slightly larger screen and better resolution, both suffer from inadequate battery life, which, along with their basic storage capacity and mediocre speakers and keyboards, compromise their general usability.
Gaming and AI
5.6
5.5
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
10.0/10
The Acer Aspire 1 and Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" are both poor for gaming and AI.
The Acer Aspire 1 and Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" both have entry-level integrated graphics and standard screen refresh rates, which are not suited for gaming and 3D applications that require more powerful dedicated graphics cards and higher refresh rates for smooth visuals. Furthermore, they have low-resolution screens and less capable processors, affecting the overall gaming and 3D performance.
Engineering and Design
5.5
5.5
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
4.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" and Acer Aspire 1 are both poor for engineering and design.
The Acer Aspire 1 and Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" both have low-performance CPUs and minimal RAM, inadequate for demanding engineering software and multitasking, and they feature basic integrated GPUs not suited for demanding design tasks. Additionally, both laptops have screens with limited color accuracy and resolution, impacting the visual clarity needed for detailed engineering and design work.
Content Creation
5.9
6.2
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
4.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" to be 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.
Software Development
6.1
6.4
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
4.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 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
6.0
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" to have 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.
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How the Acer Aspire 1 and the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Acer Aspire 1 | Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$244 | $150 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2022 | January 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.3'' x 9.4'' x 0.78'' | 12.9'' x 9.3'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.19 lbs | 3.09 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.3" | 12.88" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.4" | 9.25" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel Celeron N4500 | Intel Celeron N4020 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 4 GB | 4 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 128 GB | 64 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 9 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 36.7 Wh | 32 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 | 239 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 5.6/10 | 6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.5/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 10/10 | 10/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 5.4/10 | 6/10 | |
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."
Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14"
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PCMag
Tom Brant | August 2021
"The IdeaPad 1 14 is a simple machine, but it’s well-designed and has nearly everything you’d expect from a no-nonsense laptop that allows you to check emails and get schoolwork or other light tasks done with relative ease. A "true" 128GB SSD (as opposed to an eMMC drive) and a roomy 14-inch full HD display are arguably the star attractions, with the comfortable keyboard and reasonably modern styling playing important backup roles."
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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 Lenovo
Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.
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