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Updated January 12, 2024·
The Acer Aspire 3 14 generally offers a more budget-friendly option with decent performance for everyday tasks, but if you're looking for better performance, particularly for more intensive tasks, the Acer Aspire 5 15 could be the right choice despite the higher price. The Aspire 5 often has a larger screen and may come with better processing power or additional features that professionals and power users may find necessary. In terms of battery life, both models typically offer reasonable performance, but specifics can vary based on the exact model and usage conditions, so it's always a good idea to check the battery specifications if that's a priority for you. Portability is a consideration too; the Aspire 3's smaller size makes it easier to carry, while the Aspire 5's larger screen might be less portable but offers a better experience for media consumption and multitasking. Always consider how you plan to use your laptop—whether it's mainly for work, study, or entertainment—as these use cases will influence which model will serve you best. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Aspire 3 14
- Very good portability
Advantages of the Acer Aspire 5 15
- Good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.1
6.2
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
275.0 nits
The Acer Aspire 5 15 has a better screen than the Acer Aspire 3 14 for content creation.
The Acer Aspire 3 14's screen offers sufficient clarity for everyday tasks and office work, but its limited resolution and brightness might not provide the crisp visuals some users prefer. Engineers and designers may find the color accuracy and range lacking, as it doesn't fully support the wider color gamuts needed for precise color work. Gamers and 3D designers would find the low refresh rate less smooth for fast-paced action and rendering, with resolution and panel quality only somewhat compensating for the overall visual experience.
Battery
9.5 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Acer Aspire 3 14 has 9.5 hours of battery life. The Acer Aspire 5 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
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
3.9 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Acer Aspire 3 14 has very good portability, while the Acer Aspire 5 15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$434
$480
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
The Acer Aspire 3 14 has a price of $434 and the Acer Aspire 5 15 costs $480.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.0
7.5
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
275.0 nits
9.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
6.2/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
8.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.7/10
The Acer Aspire 5 15 and Acer Aspire 3 14 are both good for general use.
The Acer Aspire 5 15 outshines the Acer Aspire 3 14 for general use primarily due to its stronger CPU and double the RAM, enhancing performance in multitasking and demanding applications. Despite both having similar screen quality and resolution, the Aspire 5's larger battery also contributes to a longer battery life, although its heavier weight makes it less portable than the Aspire 3, which offers silent, fanless operation but might not be as capable in handling more intensive tasks.
Gaming and AI
5.9
6.1
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
2.4/10
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
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Acer Aspire 5 15 to be only fair for gaming and AI, while the Acer Aspire 3 14 is poor.
The Acer Aspire 3 14 is limited in gaming and 3D performance due to its modest AMD Radeon 610M GPU and standard 60Hz screen refresh rate, making it suitable for casual gaming. On the other hand, the Acer Aspire 5 15 with its Intel Iris Xe graphics provides slightly better performance for similar activities, although both have similar CPU capabilities and screen qualities, neither are ideal for demanding gaming tasks.
Engineering and Design
6.1
6.6
4.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
2.4/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Acer Aspire 5 15 and Acer Aspire 3 14 are both only fair for engineering and design.
The Acer Aspire 3 14 is fair for engineering and design due to its adequate CPU and GPU for lighter tasks and its fanless operation which makes it silent, but it has half the RAM of the Acer Aspire 5 15, which limits its ability to handle complex tasks.
Content Creation
7.2
7.3
4.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Acer Aspire 5 15 and Acer Aspire 3 14 are both good for content creation.
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
7.1
7.3
4.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.2/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Acer Aspire 5 15 and Acer Aspire 3 14 are both good 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
6.2
6.5
The Acer Aspire 5 15 and Acer Aspire 3 14 both have only fair 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 3 14 and the Acer Aspire 5 15 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Acer Aspire 3 14 | Acer Aspire 5 15 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$434 | $480 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2023 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.9'' x 8.5'' x 0.74'' | 14.2'' x 9.4'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.09 lbs | 3.97 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.9" | 14.21" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.5" | 9.4" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 5 7520U | Intel i5-1335U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9.5 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 40 Wh | 50 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 250 nits | 275 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.3/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.4/10 | 7.8/10 | |
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 | 6.3/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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Sascha Mölck | November 2022
"The Acer Aspire 5 15 is a good value office laptop with reasonable battery life. The combination of slim exterior, relatively low weight (approx. 1.7 kg) and 8 hour real-life battery runtime makes the Acer Aspire a truly mobile laptop. The modest Tiger Lake processor supports this area and simultaneously ensures an affordable price point. The Aspire produces little noise and stays cool. The screen (FHD, IPS) might not win any prizes but is entirely appropriate for the price."
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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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