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Updated March 22, 2024·

If you're looking for a laptop that's more affordable and still suitable for everyday tasks like web browsing, document editing, and media consumption, the Acer Aspire 5 could be the right choice. On the other hand, the Framework Laptop is designed for those who prioritize upgradeability and repairability, and it may offer better performance for more demanding applications such as 3D modeling, machine learning, or gaming. It also tends to have a higher build quality. However, the Framework's higher cost might not be justifiable if you don't need its advanced capabilities or care about its modular design. Keep in mind that both battery life and portability can vary; typically, more powerful laptops have shorter battery lives and can be heavier, so if you need something that's easy to carry around with longer battery life, the Acer might serve you well. Remember to consider whether the laptop's screen size, keyboard comfort, and available ports match your preferences and requirements. Give Feedback

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Advantages of the Acer Aspire 5 15
  • The Acer Aspire 5 15 has no clear advantages over the Framework Laptop 16 (2023).
Advantages of the Framework Laptop 16 (2023)
  • Very good for general use
  • Very good for engineering and design
  • Very good for software development
  • Very good for content creation
  • Very good overall display quality
  • Very good overall build quality
  • Best in class speakers
  • Very good keyboard

Key differences

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General Use

7.5
Aspire 5 15
Laptop 16 (2023)
8.0
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
275.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
490.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.3/10
The Framework Laptop 16 (2023) is very good for general use, while the Acer Aspire 5 15 is good.

Gaming and AI

6.1
Aspire 5 15
Laptop 16 (2023)
6.8
2.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Framework Laptop 16 (2023) and Acer Aspire 5 15 are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the Framework Laptop 16 (2023) is somewhat better.

Engineering and Design

6.6
Aspire 5 15
Laptop 16 (2023)
8.1
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
2.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Framework Laptop 16 (2023) is very good for engineering and design, while the Acer Aspire 5 15 is only fair.

Content Creation

7.3
Aspire 5 15
Laptop 16 (2023)
8.1
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Framework Laptop 16 (2023) is very good for content creation, while the Acer Aspire 5 15 is good.

Software Development

7.3
Aspire 5 15
Laptop 16 (2023)
8.0
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Framework Laptop 16 (2023) is very good for software development, while the Acer Aspire 5 15 is good.

Screen Quality

6.2
Aspire 5 15
Laptop 16 (2023)
8.4
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
275.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
490.0 nits
The Framework Laptop 16 has a better screen than the Acer Aspire 5 15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.

Battery

7.0 Hours
Aspire 5 15
Laptop 16 (2023)
9.0 Hours
The Acer Aspire 5 15 has 7 hours of battery life. The Framework Laptop 16 has 9 hours of battery life.

Build Quality

6.5
Aspire 5 15
Laptop 16 (2023)
8.0
The Framework Laptop 16 (2023) has very good build quality, while the Acer Aspire 5 15 has only fair build quality.

Cost

$480
Aspire 5 15
Laptop 16 (2023)
$1,699
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The Acer Aspire 5 15 has a price of $480 and the Framework Laptop 16 (2023) costs $1,699.
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Key similarities

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Portability

Good
Aspire 5 15
Laptop 16 (2023)
Good
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
3.9 lbs
WEIGHT
4.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Acer Aspire 5 15 and Framework Laptop 16 (2023) both have good portability.
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How the Acer Aspire 5 15 and the Framework Laptop 16 (2023) compare to other laptops

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Spec Comparison

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Acer Aspire 5 15Framework Laptop 16 (2023)
Acer Aspire 5 15Framework Laptop 16 (2023)

GENERAL

Price
$480
$1,699
Release Date
May 1, 2023July 1, 2023
Overall Dimensions
14.2'' x 9.4'' x 0.7''14'' x 10.6'' x 0.71''
Weight
3.97 lbs4.63 lbs
Width
14.21"14.04"
Depth
9.4"10.63"

INTERNAL

Processor
Intel i5-1335UAMD Ryzen 7 7840HS
RAM
16 GB16 GB
DDR Memory Version
55
RAM Slots
02
Storage
512 GB512 GB

BATTERY

Battery Life
7 Hours9 Hours
Battery Capacity
50 Wh85 Wh

SCREEN

Diagonal Size
15.6"16"
Display Technology
IPSIPS
Resolution
1920 x 10802560 x 1600
Refresh Rate
60Hz165Hz
Display Brightness
275 nits490 nits

RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS

Build Quality Score
6.5/108/10
Portability Score
7.8/107.4/10
Gaming Laptop Appearance
NoNo
Premium Business Laptop
NoNo
Fan Noise Score
7.5/107.5/10

HARDWARE FEATURES

Keyboard Quality Score
7/108/10
Speaker Quality Score
6/109.6/10
Webcam
1080p1080p
Fingerprint Reader
NoYes
Backlit Keyboard
YesYes
Number Pad
YesYes

CONNECTIVITY

USB Type-A
22
USB-C ports
12
USB-C Charging
YesYes
Display Outputs
22
Thunderbolt Version
4N/A

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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."

Framework Laptop 16 (2023)

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Allen Ngo | January 2024
"The trend towards thinner and lighter laptops is made possible by fusing more and more components onto the mainboard. The main drawback to this approach is that it limits repairability as even a small fault may require replacing entire boards. Framework is one of the only manufacturers looking the other way in an attempt to improve end-user customization and servicing. There's no question that the Laptop 16 is more user-friendly to service than any alternative, but this lucrative feature comes at the cost of size and weight as individual components must be easily replaceable."

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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 Framework

Framework is a new American laptop manufacturer, specializing in modular and repairable laptops with the goals of promoting longevity and reducing electronic waste. They are a strong proponent of the right to repair movement. Framework laptops have replaceable RAM, storage, ports, keyboards, display bezels, mainboards, and more, making them a great choice for repairability-oriented individuals.

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