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Updated January 12, 2024·
If you primarily use your computer for general tasks and prefer something more budget-friendly, the Acer Aspire 5 could be the right choice. It offers better portability due to its lower weight and is more suited for everyday tasks with decent battery life. However, if you're interested in gaming or tasks that require more graphical power, such as 3D rendering or video editing, the ASUS TUF Gaming F17, while more expensive, includes a dedicated graphics card and a larger, higher-refresh-rate screen, though it is heavier and may have shorter battery life due to its higher performance components. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Aspire 5 15
- Good for software development
- Good portability
- Good battery life
Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming F17
- Good overall build quality
- Good speakers
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.1
6.6
2.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
5.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming F17 and Acer Aspire 5 15 are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the ASUS TUF Gaming F17 is somewhat better.
The Acer Aspire 5 15 has an integrated GPU and a standard screen refresh rate, which may limit its gaming and 3D performance compared to the ASUS TUF Gaming F17, which is equipped with a dedicated, higher-tier GPU and a higher screen refresh rate that better suits gaming needs.
Software Development
7.3
6.7
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Acer Aspire 5 15 is good for software development, while the ASUS TUF Gaming F17 is only fair.
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
6.9
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
275.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
264.0 nits
The Acer Aspire 5 15 has a better screen than the ASUS TUF Gaming F17 for software development, while the ASUS TUF Gaming F17 has a better screen for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
For general use, the Acer Aspire 5's screen offers a balance of resolution and brightness, making it suitable for everyday tasks, but the ASUS TUF Gaming F17 edges ahead with a higher quality display that provides better visual clarity and vividness. When it comes to engineering and design work, the Acer Aspire 5 may not meet the color accuracy needs professionals seek, whereas the ASUS may offer a fair range but still fall short compared to specialized displays with wider color gamuts. While both laptops might not impress in gaming and 3D tasks due to their lower refresh rates, the ASUS might provide a slightly more immersive experience due to its better overall screen quality.
Battery
7.0 Hours
4.5 Hours
The Acer Aspire 5 15 has 7 hours of battery life. The ASUS TUF Gaming F17 has 4.5 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
Fair
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
3.9 lbs
WEIGHT
5.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Acer Aspire 5 15 has good portability, while the ASUS TUF Gaming F17 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.5
7.2
The ASUS TUF Gaming F17 has good build quality, while the Acer Aspire 5 15 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$480
$1,000
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The Acer Aspire 5 15 has a price of $480 and the ASUS TUF Gaming F17 costs $1,000.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.5
7.1
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
275.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
264.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.5 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.4/10
The Acer Aspire 5 15 and ASUS TUF Gaming F17 are both good for general use.
The Acer Aspire 5 15 is preferred for general use due to its balance of performance with a suitable CPU and plenty of RAM, alongside better portability and longer battery life, whereas the ASUS TUF Gaming F17, though having a capable CPU, has less RAM, and its larger screen size combined with higher weight makes it less portable with shorter battery life, positioning it more as a gaming-oriented machine than one for everyday tasks. Screen quality on both laptops is comparable with IPS panels, but the added weight and lower battery performance of the ASUS compromise its suitability for users who prioritize mobility and all-day battery over the gaming capabilities that its dedicated GPU provides.
Engineering and Design
6.6
6.9
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.2/10
2.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
5.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The ASUS TUF Gaming F17 and Acer Aspire 5 15 are both only fair for engineering and design.
The Acer Aspire 5 15 is well-suited for engineering and design due to its powerful CPU, substantial RAM, and integrated graphics suitable for less demanding tasks, complemented by a quality screen. In contrast, the ASUS TUF Gaming F17, while heavier and less portable, shines with a specialized GPU for more intense graphical work and a higher screen refresh rate, making it a solid choice for engineering design tasks that involve more graphic-intensive applications.
Content Creation
7.3
7.1
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Acer Aspire 5 15 and ASUS TUF Gaming F17 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.
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How the Acer Aspire 5 15 and the ASUS TUF Gaming F17 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Acer Aspire 5 15 | ASUS TUF Gaming F17 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$480 | $1,000 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 9.4'' x 0.7'' | 15.7'' x 10.6'' x 0.91'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.97 lbs | 5.73 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.21" | 15.71" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.4" | 10.59" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1335U | Intel i5-11400H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 4.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 50 Wh | 48 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 275 nits | 264 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.8/10 | 6.4/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | 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 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Acer Aspire 5 15
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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."
ASUS TUF Gaming F17
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Christian Hintze | April 2022
"One of the Asus TUF Gaming F17’s highlights is without a doubt its excellent gaming performance. The fact that Asus configured the RTX 3060 GPU for its specified maximum of 140 W is became immediately noticeable in our benchmarks. For a 17-inch notebook the F17 also offers a very long battery life, which makes it somewhat portable. On the flip side is the display. It may be saved by its good overall contrast ratio, but its overall brightness is simply too low, and its response times are too slow for a gaming device. The F17’s successor needs to improve upon this."
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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 ASUS
ASUS, a Taiwanese electronics brand, is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. The majority of their laptops are targeted towards personal use or gaming. Their most popular product lines include the budget-friendly VivoBook, more premium ZenBook, and their TUF and ROG gaming laptops, the latter of which has a reputation for excellent gaming performance.
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