The Acer Aspire Vero 15 is more budget-friendly and provides a solid general use experience. It is suitable for tasks like web browsing, document editing, and light media consumption. The Razer Blade 14, however, offers superior performance for 3D applications, machine learning, and gaming thanks to its more powerful processor and graphics card. The Razer Blade also boasts a higher resolution display, which is beneficial for creative work or high-definition media consumption. It has a higher battery capacity, which generally means it can last longer on a single charge. The tradeoff here is that the Razer Blade is more expensive, but if your work or entertainment needs align with its high-performance capabilities, it could justify the higher price. If portability and budget are critical factors, and your usage doesn't demand the highest specs, the Acer Aspire Vero 15 might be the better choice for you. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Aspire Vero 15
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 has no clear advantages over the Razer Blade 14 (2023).
Advantages of the Razer Blade 14 (2023)
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Very good portability
Good speakers
Excellent keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.3/10
8.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
264.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
560.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
7.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Razer Blade 14 (2023) is very good for general use, while the Acer Aspire Vero 15 is good.
The Razer Blade 14 (2023) offers better general use capabilities due to its higher quality screen and more powerful CPU, ensuring smoother performance in various tasks, while its superior battery life allows for longer use without charging. On the other hand, the Acer Aspire Vero 15, while offering a good balance of CPU performance and RAM for everyday tasks, doesn't match the Razer in screen quality or battery life, making it less suitable for people who prioritize those features.
Gaming and AI
6.2/10
8.4/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Razer Blade 14 (2023) is very good for gaming and AI, while the Acer Aspire Vero 15 is only fair.
The Razer Blade 14 (2023) offers superior gaming and 3D capabilities primarily due to its high-performance Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU and a screen with a refresh rate of up to 240Hz; in contrast, the Acer Aspire Vero 15 has more modest performance with its Intel Iris Xe graphics and a standard 60Hz screen refresh rate. Furthermore, the Razer's AMD Ryzen 9 CPU and screen quality contribute to a better gaming experience compared to the Aspire Vero's Intel i7 CPU and screen.
Engineering and Design
6.6/10
8.7/10
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Razer Blade 14 (2023) is very good for engineering and design, while the Acer Aspire Vero 15 is only fair.
The Razer Blade 14 (2023) offers robust performance for engineering and design thanks to its superior AMD Ryzen CPU and Nvidia RTX GPU, providing a stronger foundation for computing and graphics-intensive tasks compared to the Acer Aspire Vero 15's Intel configurations; the Razer also boasts a high-resolution, high-refresh rate display which offers clearer and smoother visuals which is beneficial for detailed design work, while the Vero 15's display has lower resolution and standard refresh rate, making it less optimal for precision work. The Razer's emphasis on performance, however, comes at a cost of slightly lower portability due to increased weight and a slightly lesser battery life when compared with the Vero 15, which may appeal for its balance between decent performance and mobility for on-the-go engineering tasks.
Content Creation
7.2/10
8.2/10
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Razer Blade 14 (2023) is very good for content creation, while the Acer Aspire Vero 15 is good.
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
7.9/10
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Razer Blade 14 (2023) and Acer Aspire Vero 15 are both good for software development, though the Razer Blade 14 (2023) is somewhat better.
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
8.9/10
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
264.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
560.0 nits
The Razer Blade 14 has a better screen than the Acer Aspire Vero 15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
If you prioritize vivid colors and sharp images in your everyday tasks such as browsing or document editing, the Razer Blade 14 with its higher resolution and brighter display offers enhanced visual clarity compared to the Acer Aspire Vero 15. For engineering and design work where color accuracy is crucial, the Razer's superior color gamut support provides more precise color representation, making it a better choice for professional creative work. However, for gaming and 3D applications that benefit from smoother motion, neither laptop may be ideal due to their lower refresh rates, although the Razer's higher resolution and better panel type still give it a slight edge in overall visual experience.
Build Quality
6.5/10
8.5/10
The Razer Blade 14 (2023) has very good build quality, while the Acer Aspire Vero 15 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$665
$2,400
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 has a price of $665 and the Razer Blade 14 (2023) costs $2,400.
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 has 7 hours of battery life. The Razer Blade 14 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
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
3.9 lbs
WEIGHT
4.0 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Razer Blade 14 (2023) 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 Razer Blade 14 (2023) 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."
"After making a huge splash with the original 2021 model, it's expected that the 2022 refresh would be more of a minor update to an already impressive machine. It adds a higher resolution webcam (720p to 1080p), faster CPU (Ryzen 9 5900HX to Ryzen 9 6900HX), faster GPU (RTX 3070/3080 to 3070/3080 Ti), faster RAM (DDR4-3200 to DDR5-4800), faster M.2 SSD support (PCIe3 x4 to PCIe4 x4), newer WLAN module (Killer AX1690i to Qualcomm WCN685x), and a MUX switch for the new integrated Radeon 680M GPU. It's indubitably an upgrade especially in terms of single-thread processor 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 Razer
Razer is an American-Singaporean technology company. Razer is best known for their Blade series laptops, well known for their strong performance and sleek design. Although Razer charges a premium price tag for their laptops, buyers can expect a stealthy laptop with clean fit and finish and strong performance. All of their models offer great portability and build quality compared to other gaming laptops.
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