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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Acer Aspire 3 15 is significantly less expensive than the Acer Aspire Vero 15 and has decent performance, fanless operation which makes it silent, and a relatively long battery life. However, the Aspire Vero 15, although more expensive, offers a higher performance with double the storage and RAM, a faster processor, and is well-suited for more intensive tasks like 3D and engineering work. Choose the Aspire 3 15 for an affordable, quieter option that handles everyday tasks with ease, or the Aspire Vero 15 for more demanding applications and a performance edge. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Aspire 3 15
- The Acer Aspire 3 15 has no clear advantages over the Acer Aspire Vero 15.
Advantages of the Acer Aspire Vero 15
- Good for general use
- Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
6.6
7.3
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
244.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
264.0 nits
9.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
6.2/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.7/10
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 is good for general use, while the Acer Aspire 3 15 is only fair.
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 is better suited for general use owing to a faster CPU, double the RAM for multitasking, and a larger battery for extended usage, while the Acer Aspire 3 15 has lower storage and may offer less smooth performance with a more modest processor and battery, but it operates silently without a fan, which might be appreciated in quiet environments.
Engineering and Design
5.9
6.6
4.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 is only fair for engineering and design, while the Acer Aspire 3 15 is poor.
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 has a higher-performing Intel i7 processor and Iris Xe graphics, along with double the RAM of the Acer Aspire 3 15, which uses an AMD Ryzen 3 processor and Radeon 610M graphics, explaining its better suitability for engineering and design tasks. While both feature similar IPS displays and resolutions, the Aspire Vero's superior processing capabilities and higher RAM contribute to its enhanced performance in more demanding applications.
Screen Quality
6.2
6.2
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
244.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
264.0 nits
The Acer Aspire 3 15 and the Acer Aspire Vero 15 have similar screen quality.
For general use, the screen quality of both the Acer Aspire 3 and Acer Aspire Vero is adequate because they have acceptable resolution and brightness, which are crucial for activities like browsing and watching videos, but they lack the superior panel technology that would make them stand out. In engineering and design, these models have moderate performance due to fair color reproduction covering basic professional needs, yet they don't reach the high color accuracy and wide color gamuts necessary for precision work. When considering 3D and gaming, the lower refresh rates limit the smoothness of motion, and while resolutions may be sufficient, the lack of high refresh panel types impacts the overall visual fluidity and gaming experience.
Battery
9.5 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Acer Aspire 3 15 has 9.5 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.
Cost
$330
$665
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
The Acer Aspire 3 15 has a price of $330 and the Acer Aspire Vero 15 costs $665.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
5.8
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
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Acer Aspire Vero 15 to be only fair for gaming and AI, while the Acer Aspire 3 15 is poor.
The Acer Aspire 3 15, with an AMD Radeon 610M GPU, and the Acer Aspire Vero 15, using Intel Iris Xe graphics, both offer fair performance for gaming and 3D because their GPUs are adequate for light gaming but might struggle with more intensive gaming or 3D tasks. Additionally, both have IPS screens with a standard refresh rate, which is fine for casual gaming, but dedicated gamers often prefer higher refresh rates for smoother visuals.
Content Creation
7.0
7.2
4.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 and Acer Aspire 3 15 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
7.0
7.1
4.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
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 Vero 15 and Acer Aspire 3 15 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.
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
3.9 lbs
WEIGHT
3.9 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 and Acer Aspire 3 15 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.2
6.5
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 and Acer Aspire 3 15 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 15 and the Acer Aspire Vero 15 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Acer Aspire 3 15 | Acer Aspire Vero 15 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$330 | $665 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2023 | April 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.3'' x 9.4'' x 0.74'' | 14.3'' x 9.4'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.97 lbs | 3.97 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.29" | 14.3" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.35" | 9.4" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 3 7320U | Intel i7-1195G7 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 1 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 128 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9.5 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 40 Wh | 48 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 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 | 244 nits | 264 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.3/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.7/10 | 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 | 6.3/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 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 | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Acer Aspire 3 15
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Alexander Tozzi, Ryan Lim, and Yannick Khong | March 2023
"The Acer Aspire 3 is okay for school use. It feels reasonably well-built, and it's easy to carry around. The display looks decently sharp and provides plenty of space for multitasking, but it doesn't get bright enough to combat glare. Its Intel Core i3-N305 CPU and integrated graphics can only handle simple tasks, like text processing, web browsing, and video playback, so it isn't ideal for students in more technical fields like 3D graphics. Unfortunately, the battery lasts only around six to seven hours of light use."
Acer Aspire Vero 15
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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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