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Updated January 10, 2024·
When choosing between the Acer Aspire 5 17 and the ASUS ZenBook Duo 14, the main points to consider are the display, battery, portability, and performance for various tasks. The Acer Aspire 5 17 comes with a larger screen and a numeric keypad on the keyboard, making it preferable for productivity tasks that benefit from a larger display and data entry. On the other hand, the ASUS ZenBook Duo 14 has a touchscreen, better color coverage which is excellent for creative work, and a significantly better battery life, making it more suitable for on-the-go usage. While both have similar processors and graphics, the ASUS has a slightly higher performance level in 3D and engineering applications. If you value portability and a touchscreen with better color accuracy, you may lean towards the ASUS, but if a larger screen and a more affordable price are more critical, the Acer could be a better fit. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Aspire 5 17
- Good keyboard
Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14
- Good overall build quality
- Very good portability
- Good speakers
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.2
6.8
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
266.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
314.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has a better screen than the Acer Aspire 5 17 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
For general use, where clarity, sharpness, and comfortable visibility are key, the Acer Aspire 5 17 provides adequate performance, but the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14's higher resolution and brighter display make viewing more pleasurable. When it comes to engineering and design, accurate colors are crucial; the Zenbook's superior color coverage caters better to professional needs for precision. However, for gaming and 3D applications, both laptops fall short, as neither offers the high refresh rates required for smooth graphics, even though the Zenbook might perform slightly better due to its comparatively improved resolution and panel technology.
Battery
7.0 Hours
8.5 Hours
The Acer Aspire 5 17 has 7 hours of battery life. The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has 8.5 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
Very Good
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has very good portability, while the Acer Aspire 5 17 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.5
7.8
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has good build quality, while the Acer Aspire 5 17 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$700
$999
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The Acer Aspire 5 17 has a price of $700 and the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 costs $999.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.3
7.1
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
266.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
314.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.5 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
7.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.2/10
The Acer Aspire 5 17 and ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 are both good for general use.
The Acer Aspire 5 17 offers a larger screen and sufficient performance for general use, prioritizing a comfortable visual experience and adequate processing power, which makes it great for everyday tasks. In contrast, the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14, despite a high-quality screen and a more powerful CPU, is less ideal for extended general use due to its smaller display size and focus on portability, though it offers longer battery life and innovative features like a second screen that may appeal to certain users.
Gaming and AI
6.2
6.1
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
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
7.0/10
The Acer Aspire 5 17 and ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Acer Aspire 5 17 has an integrated Intel Iris Xe GPU, which is considered fair for gaming and 3D tasks, and a standard screen refresh rate of 60Hz, which is acceptable but not ideal for fast-paced gaming that benefits from higher refresh rates.
Engineering and Design
6.7
6.6
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Acer Aspire 5 17 and ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 are both only fair for engineering and design.
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14, with a higher-performance CPU and better screen qualities such as brightness and color coverage, offers improved capability and visual fidelity for engineering and design tasks compared to the Acer Aspire 5 17, which has a modest CPU and screen quality, making it less ideal for demanding workloads. However, the Zenbook's greater portability and touchscreen add convenience, while the Aspire 5's larger screen and superior operating noise management appeal to those prioritizing comfort during extended use.
Content Creation
7.2
7.3
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 and Acer Aspire 5 17 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.
Software Development
7.2
7.0
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.7/10
The Acer Aspire 5 17 and ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 are both good for software development.
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.
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How the Acer Aspire 5 17 and the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Acer Aspire 5 17 | ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$700 | $999 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2023 | August 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.8'' x 10.1'' x 0.71'' | 12.8'' x 8.7'' x 0.67'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.61 lbs | 3.64 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.83" | 12.76" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.1" | 8.74" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1335U | Intel i7-1195G7 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 8.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 50.3 Wh | 70 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 17.3" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 266 nits | 314 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.3/10 | 8.2/10 | |
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 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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Acer Aspire 5 17
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Marcus Schwarten | March 2021
"The Acer Aspire 5 17 laptop shows the expected strengths in the test. Besides the usual high build quality, the configuration convinces in most benchmarks and tests. The combination of CPU, GPU, and RAM is absolutely sufficient for the everyday office and browsing tasks of a laptop. It also renders the odd game passably if the requirements aren't too high. We liked the matte display in the test as well as the fairly manageable dimensions despite the screen size. It can also be used outdoors, even if it's certainly not a laptop designed for mobility."
ASUS Zenbook Duo 14
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Allen Ngo | May 2020
"The Asus ZenBook Duo's second screen is like the Apple Touch Bar, but better. Most would agree that having two screens instead of one can really boost productivity and the ZenBook Duo is no different in this regard. It's tough going back to just one screen after becoming accustomed to spacious dual-screen setups. For a laptop form factor, however, users will have to accept some compromises. Firstly, weight is the most obvious drawback as the system is several hundred grams heavier than a regular ZenBook 14. Additionally, colors on the second screen will not be as vivid as the main display."
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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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