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Updated January 10, 2024·
If portability and budget are your main concerns, the Acer Aspire 1 is lighter and significantly less expensive than the MSI Bravo 15, but it offers less power, making it suitable for basic tasks like web browsing and document editing. On the other hand, the MSI Bravo 15, while heavier and more expensive, provides much better performance with stronger graphics and processing capabilities, making it more suitable for gaming, 3D rendering, and other intensive tasks. Both laptops have similar screen sizes, but the MSI has a higher quality display. The choice depends on whether you prioritize mobility and price or performance and screen quality. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Aspire 1
- Good portability
Advantages of the MSI Bravo 15
- Good for general use
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Good for content creation
Key differences
General Use
5.8
7.1
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
267.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
7.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.9/10
The MSI Bravo 15 is good for general use, while the Acer Aspire 1 is poor.
The Acer Aspire 1 has limitations for general use due to its less powerful Intel Celeron CPU, lower RAM, and lower-quality TN screen, affecting overall performance and visual experience. On the other hand, the MSI Bravo 15 offers better general use performance with its superior AMD Ryzen CPU, double the RAM, and higher-quality IPS screen, which enhance multitasking abilities, speed, and display quality, albeit with a slight decrease in portability due to a heavier build.
Gaming and AI
5.6
7.2
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
10.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The MSI Bravo 15 is good for gaming and AI, while the Acer Aspire 1 is poor.
The Acer Aspire 1 falls short for gaming and 3D applications due to its basic Intel Celeron UHD Graphics, which can't handle demanding graphics tasks, and its screen has a lower refresh rate of 60Hz, reducing the smoothness of fast-paced visuals.
Engineering and Design
5.5
7.2
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.0/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.1/10
4.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The MSI Bravo 15 is good for engineering and design, while the Acer Aspire 1 is poor.
The Acer Aspire 1's weaker Intel Celeron N4500 processor, integrated graphics, and TN screen panel make it unsuitable for demanding engineering and design tasks, which the MSI Bravo 15 handles comfortably with its stronger AMD Ryzen 5 processor, dedicated Nvidia RTX 4050 graphics, and superior IPS display. Additionally, with more RAM and a screen with better color reproduction and refresh rate, the MSI Bravo 15 offers an overall higher performance necessary for intensive applications, despite being slightly less portable and having a louder operating noise.
Content Creation
5.9
7.1
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
4.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Bravo 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
6.8
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.0/10
4.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The MSI Bravo 15 and Acer Aspire 1 are both only fair for software development, though the MSI Bravo 15 is somewhat better.
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
6.9
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
267.0 nits
The MSI Bravo 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 Acer Aspire 1's low resolution and dimmer display may be adequate for basic tasks like web browsing but can strain the eyes over time and won't render sharp details, making it less suitable for detailed engineering work or enjoying visually rich games. While the MSI Bravo 15 offers a better viewing experience for everyday tasks with its higher resolution and brighter screen, its more limited color coverage falls short for precise color work required in engineering and design, and though the resolution is decent for gaming, its lower refresh rate means less fluid motion in fast-paced games. In comparison to a high-end gaming laptop, the MSI may not satisfy those looking for the most immersive gaming experience.
Portability
Good
Fair
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
4.9 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Acer Aspire 1 has good portability, while the MSI Bravo 15 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
5.5
6.7
The MSI Bravo 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
$862
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Acer Aspire 1 has a price of $244 and the MSI Bravo 15 costs $862.
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Battery
6.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Acer Aspire 1 has 6 hours of battery life. The MSI Bravo 15 has 6 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.
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How the Acer Aspire 1 and the MSI Bravo 15 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Acer Aspire 1 | MSI Bravo 15 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$244 | $862 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2022 | February 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.3'' x 9.4'' x 0.78'' | 14.1'' x 10.2'' x 0.98'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.19 lbs | 4.96 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.3" | 14.13" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.4" | 10.2" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel Celeron N4500 | AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 4 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 128 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 36.7 Wh | 53.5 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 | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 200 nits | 267 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 5.6/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.5/10 | 6.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 10/10 | 6.5/10 | |
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 | 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 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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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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Nikolay Palaozov | July 2023
"Overall, the MSI Bravo 15 C7U is a great gaming device for the masses that isn’t too pricey. The capable hardware (for the price range), the 144Hz display, and the comfortable keyboard are one of the things that should attract buyers who don’t want to spend a fortune on a new gaming 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.
About MSI
MSI, also known as Micro-Star International, is a Taiwanese technology corporation. MSI is known for their wide range of gaming devices. Their series include the entry-level Cyborg/Thin and Sword/Katana series, the mid-range Bravo/Delta and Crosshair/Pulse series, and their high-end Vector, Raider, Stealth, and Titan GT series. At every performance level, MSI offers a variety of devices with varying balances between performance, battery life, weight, and price, making them a solid option to consider at every price point.
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