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Updated January 12, 2024·
If budget is a significant concern for you, the HP 15" Laptop may be the better choice as it is typically less expensive than the Acer Aspire 5 15. However, understand that the lower price might come with trade-offs such as reduced performance or build quality. The Acer Aspire 5 15, while more expensive, may offer better performance, which could make tasks like editing videos or handling large spreadsheets faster and more efficient. Additionally, if the Acer has superior battery life, it can be more suitable for on-the-go usage without needing frequent charging. Consider the importance of portability too; lighter laptops are easier to carry around, though they may have smaller screens or less powerful hardware. When deciding, reflect on whether you prioritize saving money, require robust performance for demanding applications, need a laptop that's easy to carry, or want one that doesn't need to be charged as often. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Aspire 5 15
- Good for general use
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Good keyboard
Advantages of the HP 15" Laptop
- The HP 15" Laptop has no clear advantages over the Acer Aspire 5 15.
Key differences
General Use
7.5
6.7
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
275.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
7.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The Acer Aspire 5 15 is good for general use, while the HP 15" Laptop is only fair.
The Acer Aspire 5 15 stands out for general use with its more powerful Intel i5 processor and double the RAM compared to the HP 15" Laptop's Intel i3 processor and less RAM, enhancing performance for multitasking and more demanding applications. Additionally, the Acer includes a brighter screen and more storage space, contributing to a better user experience for activities like streaming and productivity work, although both share similar screen quality and portability, while the HP excels slightly in terms of heat management and speaker quality.
Software Development
7.3
6.7
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The Acer Aspire 5 15 is good for software development, while the HP 15" Laptop 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
6.3
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
275.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
The Acer Aspire 5 15 has a better screen than the HP 15" Laptop for software development, and content creation.
For general use, both the Acer Aspire 5 15 and HP 15" Laptop provide adequate screen resolution and brightness, making them suitable for everyday tasks, but they may lack the clarity and vibrancy found in higher-end displays. When it comes to engineering and design, while both laptops offer sufficient resolution for detail, their color gamut coverage may fall short for professionals who need precise color accuracy for their work. As for gaming and 3D applications, the lower refresh rates on these laptops can lead to less fluid visuals and response times, which can be a drawback for fast-paced games and real-time 3D rendering.
Build Quality
6.5
6.0
The Acer Aspire 5 15 and HP 15" Laptop both have only fair build quality, though the Acer Aspire 5 15 has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$480
$375
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
The Acer Aspire 5 15 has a price of $480 and the HP 15" Laptop costs $375.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
6.1
5.9
2.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Acer Aspire 5 15 to be only fair for gaming and AI, while the HP 15" Laptop is poor.
The Acer Aspire 5 15 with its Iris Xe graphics and the HP 15" Laptop with UHD Graphics are both equipped with integrated GPUs that support modest gaming capabilities; they also share a screen refresh rate of 60Hz, which is adequate for some gaming and 3D tasks but may not provide the smoothest experience for fast-paced games. While both laptops have decent screen quality and CPUs that sufficiently power day-to-day tasks, neither is particularly tailored for high-end gaming or advanced 3D applications, so they're fair options but not ideal for more demanding users.
Engineering and Design
6.6
6.2
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
2.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Acer Aspire 5 15 and HP 15" Laptop are both only fair for engineering and design.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Content Creation
7.3
6.9
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Acer Aspire 5 15 to be good for content creation, while the HP 15" Laptop is only fair.
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.
Battery
7.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Acer Aspire 5 15 has 7 hours of battery life. The HP 15" Laptop has 6 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
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
3.9 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP 15" Laptop and Acer Aspire 5 15 both have good portability.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Acer Aspire 5 15 | HP 15" Laptop |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$480 | $375 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 9.4'' x 0.7'' | 14.1'' x 9.5'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.97 lbs | 3.73 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.21" | 14.11" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.4" | 9.53" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1335U | Intel i3-1215U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 128 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 50 Wh | 41 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 | 275 nits | 250 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.8/10 | 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 | 7.5/10 | 8.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 6/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | 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 | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 1 | |
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."
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Alex Iliev | August 2022
"Chances are high that the HP 15 is one of the first laptops to pop up when you search for an inexpensive notebook. Indeed, its price tag is very tempting for many, and of course, this is the reason for its popularity. However, the HP 15" suffers from poor performance due to low power consumption. On the bright side, one of the good things about it is the port selection. On the inside, this includes two SODIMM slots for memory, an M.2 PCIe x4 slot for storage, and a SATA drive bay. However, the TN panel, and mediocre input devices are not ideal."
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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 HP
HP, also known as Hewlett-Packard, is an American technology company that develops personal computers and computer peripherals. In the laptop industry, HP is known for its entry level Essential series laptops, its mid-range Pavilion, Envy, and Victus series, and high-end Omen and Spectre series, in addition to its business-oriented EliteBook, ProBook, and Dragonfly series laptops. HP laptops generally undercut other mainstream competitors in terms of price, placing itself as the value-oriented mainstream brand.
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