When choosing between the Acer Aspire Vero 15 and the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14", consider your primary needs. The Acer Aspire Vero 15 offers greater performance for tasks like engineering or content creation due to its higher-end processor and more RAM. It's better for intensive tasks, but it's less portable because of its larger size and heavier weight. On the other hand, the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is easier to carry around and is more budget-friendly, making it suitable for general use like browsing the web or word processing. However, its lower RAM and less powerful processor make it less suitable for demanding software. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Aspire Vero 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
7.3/10
5.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
264.0 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 Vero 15 is good for general use, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
PerfectRec’s General Use Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for general productivity, web browsing, streaming, video calls, and running a wide variety of apps and programs.
Gaming and AI
6.2/10
5.5/10
3.7/10
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 Vero 15 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 offers better gaming and 3D performance due primarily to its more capable Intel Iris Xe graphics, as opposed to the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" which has Intel UHD Graphics 600 that are less suited for these tasks. While both laptops have similar screen refresh rates and resolutions, the superior GPU in the Acer significantly enhances its ability to handle graphic-intensive activities.
Engineering and Design
6.6/10
5.5/10
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 is only fair for engineering and design, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
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
7.2/10
5.9/10
5.5/10
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 Vero 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
7.1/10
5.9/10
5.5/10
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 Vero 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
6.2/10
5.8/10
15.6in
SIZE
14.1in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
264.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
The Acer Aspire Vero 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.
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 offers a balance in screen attributes such as resolution and brightness, making it suitable for everyday tasks, but its limited color range and refresh rate may not meet the demands of engineering applications or provide the immersive experience desired in gaming and 3D contexts. In contrast, the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" falls short in providing the clarity and vibrancy needed for even general use, with its lower resolution and brightness affecting the overall viewing experience. Neither laptops are ideal for engineering or 3D, as they lack the advanced color gamuts required for precision in design work, and the fast refresh rates that enhance smoothness in gaming and 3D applications.
Build Quality
6.5/10
5.1/10
The Acer Aspire Vero 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
$665
$350
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 has a price of $665 and the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" costs $350.
The Acer Aspire Vero 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 Vero 15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the Acer Aspire Vero 15 and the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" compare to other laptops
"The Acer Aspire Vero is an eco-friendly Windows 11 laptop. Made with PCR plastic, the Acer Aspire Vero stands out from the midrange laptop pack with a funky, eco-friendly design. Powering Microsoft’s latest operating system is a Core i7 chip from Intel’s latest series, integrated Intel Xe graphics, and an ample 16GB of RAM. The laptop feels snappy, but its battery life disappoints. I also have a few quibbles with the display and keyboard, but they’re relatively minor. With a longer runtime, the Aspire Vero would earn a stronger recommendation for students or anyone looking for an eco-friendly, big-screen laptop."
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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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