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Updated January 12, 2024·
When deciding between the Acer Aspire 5 and the Packard Bell Cloudbook, consider that the Acer likely offers better performance and may be more suitable for demanding tasks like photo editing or multitasking with many applications open. Its larger size could also mean a more comfortable keyboard and screen for extended use, but it will be less portable than the smaller, lighter Cloudbook. The Packard Bell Cloudbook, being cheaper, is ideal for basic tasks such as web browsing, document editing, and video streaming. It will be easier to carry around but may struggle with more intensive applications, and the smaller screen size could be a limitation for detailed work or multitasking. If you prioritize performance and are willing to invest more, go for the Acer, but if portability and basic functionality at a lower cost are your main concerns, the Cloudbook might be the better choice. 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 Packard Bell Cloudbook 14"
- Very good portability
Key differences
General Use
7.5
5.7
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
275.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
4.6/10
7.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.1/10
The Acer Aspire 5 15 is good for general use, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
The Acer Aspire 5 15 is better suited for general use due to its more powerful Intel i5 processor and larger RAM, which offer faster performance and better multitasking compared to the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14's slower Intel Celeron CPU and smaller RAM. Furthermore, the Acer has a higher-quality screen and more storage, enhancing the user experience for daily activities, although it is heavier and thus slightly less portable than the lighter and quieter Packard Bell Cloudbook, which falls short in performance and overall build quality.
Gaming and AI
6.1
5.5
2.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
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
The Acer Aspire 5 15 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
The Acer Aspire 5 15 offers better gaming and 3D performance due to its more capable Intel Iris Xe graphics, whereas the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is less suitable with its less powerful Intel UHD Graphics 600. Both have similar screen refresh rates, but the improved graphical processing power of the Acer makes it a fair choice for such applications, while the Packard Bell's lower-tier CPU and GPU make it poor for gaming and 3D tasks.
Engineering and Design
6.6
5.5
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
2.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
The Acer Aspire 5 15 is only fair for engineering and design, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
The Acer Aspire 5 15 is better suited for engineering and design due to its more powerful Intel i5 processor, higher RAM capacity, and superior Iris Xe graphics which are crucial for intensive tasks and handling complex software, as well as its high-quality IPS screen. In contrast, the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" has a lower-end Intel Celeron processor, less RAM, less powerful UHD Graphics 600, and although it has an IPS screen, the overall performance is not tailored for the demands of engineering and design work.
Content Creation
7.3
5.9
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Acer Aspire 5 15 is good for content creation, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
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
5.9
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
4.6/10
The Acer Aspire 5 15 is good for software development, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
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
5.8
15.6in
SIZE
14.1in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
275.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
The Acer Aspire 5 15 has a better screen than the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, the Acer Aspire 5's fair screen quality comes from a balance of acceptable resolution and brightness, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook's poor quality is due to lower resolution and dimmer display. When it comes to engineering and design, the Acer Aspire 5's screen manages to offer adequate color range for moderate work, but its lack of wide color gamuts holds it back, in contrast, the Packard Bell's display falls short on both resolution and color accuracy, making it less suitable for precise color work. For gaming and 3D applications, Acer Aspire 5's panel lacks the high refresh rate sought after for smooth visuals, and while the resolution and panel type are serviceable, the Packard Bell's screen underperforms in all aspects, significantly affecting the gaming and 3D experience.
Build Quality
6.5
5.1
The Acer Aspire 5 15 has only fair build quality, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$479
$350
$100
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
The Acer Aspire 5 15 has a price of $479 and the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" costs $350.
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Key similarities
Battery
7.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The Acer Aspire 5 15 has 7 hours of battery life. The Packard Bell Cloudbook 14 has 7 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
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.1in
3.9 lbs
WEIGHT
2.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" to have very good portability, while the Acer Aspire 5 15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the Acer Aspire 5 15 and the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Acer Aspire 5 15 | Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$479 | $350 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | January 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 9.4'' x 0.7'' | 14.8'' x 9.6'' x 0.78'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.97 lbs | 2.7 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.21" | 14.76" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.4" | 9.56" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1335U | Intel Celeron N4020 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 4 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 128 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 50 Wh | 38 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 14.1" | |
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 | 200 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.8/10 | 8.1/10 | |
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 | 4.6/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
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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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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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.
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