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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Acer Aspire 3 15 is a more budget-friendly option that offers a reasonable level of performance for everyday tasks, featuring an AMD Ryzen 3 processor and decent storage space. However, the LG Ultra 16, while more costly, provides a significant boost in performance with its AMD Ryzen 7 processor and double the storage space, which could be better for more demanding applications and multitasking. It also has a larger and higher-resolution display which might offer a better viewing experience. If you prioritize a lighter and thinner laptop with longer battery life, the LG Ultra 16 excels in portability compared to the Acer Aspire 3 15. For general use and casual computing, the Acer could be sufficient; for more intensive tasks like engineering, 3D modeling, or heavier multitasking, investing in the LG might be the better choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Aspire 3 15
- The Acer Aspire 3 15 has no clear advantages over the LG Ultra 16.
Advantages of the LG Ultra 16
- Good for general use
- Good for engineering and design
- Excellent battery life
- Good speakers
Key differences
General Use
6.6
7.7
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
244.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
270.0 nits
9.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
17.0 Hours
6.2/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.9/10
The LG Ultra 16 is good for general use, while the Acer Aspire 3 15 is only fair.
The LG Ultra 16 excels in general use over the Acer Aspire 3 15 due to its more powerful processor, double the RAM and storage for better multitasking and data handling, a higher resolution and brighter screen, and significantly longer battery life. Although the Acer Aspire 3 15 is lighter, making it slightly more portable, the LG Ultra 16 additionally offers a larger screen and better battery life, ensuring it can handle more intensive tasks for longer periods without the need for charging.
Engineering and Design
5.9
7.0
4.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The LG Ultra 16 is good for engineering and design, while the Acer Aspire 3 15 is poor.
The LG Ultra 16 offers a higher performing CPU and more RAM, which are crucial for demanding engineering and design tasks, along with a larger and higher resolution screen for finer detail work, compared to the Acer Aspire 3 15's more modest CPU and RAM as well as its standard resolution display. However, the Acer might appeal to those prioritizing affordability and adequate performance for less intensive tasks, also bearing in mind that both models have similar screen quality and portability, with silent operation but varying levels of storage capacity.
Content Creation
7.0
7.7
4.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The LG Ultra 16 and Acer Aspire 3 15 are both good for content creation, though the LG Ultra 16 is somewhat better.
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
7.5
4.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
6.2/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
The LG Ultra 16 and Acer Aspire 3 15 are both good for software development, though the LG Ultra 16 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
6.2
6.2
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
244.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
270.0 nits
The LG Ultra 16 has a better screen than the Acer Aspire 3 15 for content creation, and software development.
When considering a laptop for general use, a vibrant, clear display is essential for activities like browsing, watching videos, and handling documents; if a laptop has a screen that is not sharp or bright, it may be considered as having fair quality. For engineering and design work, professionals require screens that are capable of displaying a wide range of colors accurately, and without this wide color coverage, even if the resolution and panel type are decent, the quality would be seen as fair. For gaming and 3D applications, a high refresh rate is crucial for smooth visuals and if this is lacking, regardless of the screen's resolution and panel quality, the experience is less optimal, leading to a poor screen quality assessment.
Battery
9.5 Hours
17.0 Hours
The Acer Aspire 3 15 has 9.5 hours of battery life. The LG Ultra 16 has 17 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
$1,000
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Acer Aspire 3 15 has a price of $330 and the LG Ultra 16 costs $1,000.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
5.8
6.2
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
10.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
10.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers LG Ultra 16 to be only fair for gaming and AI, while the Acer Aspire 3 15 is poor.
The Acer Aspire 3 15 and the LG Ultra 16 are fair for gaming and 3D because they both have GPUs that are suitable for entry-level demands and screen refresh rates that are standard for non-gaming laptops. While both laptops can handle some gaming and 3D tasks, gaming enthusiasts or 3D professionals might prefer laptops with more powerful GPUs and higher refresh rates to enhance visual performance and gaming experience.
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
3.9 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The LG Ultra 16 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 LG Ultra 16 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 LG Ultra 16 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Acer Aspire 3 15 | LG Ultra 16 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$330 | $1,000 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2023 | March 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.3'' x 9.4'' x 0.74'' | 14'' x 9.8'' x 0.64'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.97 lbs | 3.63 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.29" | 14.02" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.35" | 9.78" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 3 7320U | AMD Ryzen 7 7730U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 128 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9.5 Hours | 17 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 40 Wh | 72 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 244 nits | 270 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.3/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.7/10 | 7.9/10 | |
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 | 6.3/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | 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 | 2 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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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."
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Sebastian Jentsch | October 2022
"Unlike the gram, the Ultra PC isn't designed to be as lightweight as possible. The 16-inch laptop is a whole 400 g (0.88 lb) heavier than its 16-inch gram counterpart partly because its chassis is not made of magnesium. Other than that, the Ultra PC seems like a copy of the gram – but with longer battery life, lower noise levels, and a clean, delicate look."
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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 LG
LG is a South Korean conglomerate company. While LG is mainly known for various products outside of technology, LG also develops laptops. Within the laptop industry, they are known for their thin-and-light Gram series, as well as their value-oriented Ultra series. LG laptops offer very thin and light laptops with phenomenal battery life, and are often on sale.
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