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Updated January 12, 2024·
The Acer Aspire 5 15 typically costs more than the HP 250 G10 because it offers a higher-resolution display, a faster processor, better graphics, and more storage capacity, which also results in slightly better overall performance. This makes it suitable for more demanding tasks such as video editing or programming. In contrast, the HP 250 G10, with a lower price, is more budget-friendly but has a lower resolution screen and less powerful internals, which are enough for basic tasks like web browsing, document editing, or light multimedia consumption. The Acer has a slightly longer battery life, adding to its portability, and also a backlit keyboard, while the HP is lighter in weight. If your work involves extensive processing tasks and you can justify the extra expense, the Acer might serve your needs better; however, for everyday use and if budget is a concern, the HP would be a cost-effective option. 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 250 G10
- The HP 250 G10 has no clear advantages over the Acer Aspire 5 15.
Key differences
General Use
7.5
6.3
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
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 250 G10 is only fair.
The Acer Aspire 5 15 stands out for general use with a high-resolution IPS screen that offers better color and wider viewing angles compared to the HP 250 G10's lower-resolution TN panel; additionally, the Acer's RAM and solid state storage are ample for multitasking and quick data access, while the HP's storage is more limited. While both laptops have similar battery life, the Acer's more powerful processor and superior graphics capabilities provide more robust performance for a range of tasks, although this is reflected in it being slightly heavier than the HP, which could be a factor if portability is a priority.
Engineering and Design
6.6
5.8
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
2.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Acer Aspire 5 15 is only fair for engineering and design, while the HP 250 G10 is poor.
The Acer Aspire 5 15 is suitable for engineering and design due to its higher performance CPU and GPU (Intel i5-1335U with Iris Xe), larger storage, and superior IPS screen with a higher resolution, which provides better color accuracy and viewing angles. The HP 250 G10, on the other hand, falls short for these tasks due to its less powerful CPU (Intel N200), basic integrated UHD graphics, lower storage capacity, and a lower-quality TN screen with a lower resolution, which makes it less ideal for design precision and detailed engineering work.
Content Creation
7.3
6.2
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The Acer Aspire 5 15 is good for content creation, while the HP 250 G10 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.
Software Development
7.3
6.4
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The Acer Aspire 5 15 is good for software development, while the HP 250 G10 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
5.3
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
275.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
The Acer Aspire 5 15 has a better screen than the HP 250 G10 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Acer Aspire 5 15 offers a decent balance between resolution and brightness, making it suitable for everyday tasks, but its limited color gamut and refresh rate might not satisfy complex engineering needs or provide an immersive gaming experience. The HP 250 G10 falls short in both brightness and resolution compared to the Acer, which can make any visual task less engaging, whether it's browsing the web or working on a project. For 3D applications or high-end gaming, both laptops may disappoint due to their lower refresh rates and lack of superior panel technologies that deliver smoother motion and crisper details.
Build Quality
6.5
6.0
The Acer Aspire 5 15 and HP 250 G10 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
$479
$330
$100
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
The Acer Aspire 5 15 has a price of $479 and the HP 250 G10 costs $330.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
6.1
5.7
2.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
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 250 G10 is poor.
The Acer Aspire 5 15 is more favorable for gaming and 3D tasks, as it has a better GPU with Intel Iris Xe graphics and a higher-resolution IPS display which provides better screen quality, compared to the HP 250 G10 which has lower-performing Intel UHD Graphics and a lower-resolution TN display. Both laptops have similar screen refresh rates, but the Acer's superior GPU and display characteristics make it more suitable for visually intensive tasks than the HP.
Battery
7.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Acer Aspire 5 15 has 7 hours of battery life. The HP 250 G10 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
3.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP 250 G10 and Acer Aspire 5 15 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the Acer Aspire 5 15 and the HP 250 G10 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Acer Aspire 5 15 | HP 250 G10 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$479 | $330 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 9.4'' x 0.7'' | 14.2'' x 9.3'' x 0.73'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.97 lbs | 3.5 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.21" | 14.17" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.4" | 9.29" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1335U | Intel N200 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 1 | |
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 | TN | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1366 x 768 | |
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 | 7.9/10 | |
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."
HP 250 G10
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Nikolay Palaozov | December 2023
"The HP 250 G10 is a decent budget device that surprises us with its high CPU frequencies under load. Still, our configuration has a Core i5-1335U which doesn’t require significant cooling, if choose a 28W P-series processor, maybe the situation with the clocks could be different. If you want to play some casual game after work, a memory in dual-channel is a must because it increases greatly the iGPU performance."
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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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