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Acer Chromebook Plus 514 (14-Inch, 2023)

Acer Chromebook Plus 514 (14-Inch, 2023)

18 reviews

Dec, 2024

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keyboard (3)
portability (3)
durability (3)
price (2)
usability (2)

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size (1)
screen (1)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 18 reviews of Acer Chromebook Plus 514 (14-Inch, 2023). The average rating for this product is 3.7/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Opinions about the price and usability are overall positive. The portability and durability are also mentioned favorably, whereas many are negative about the touchpad and size. There are some mixed reviews about the performance.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the Acer Chromebook Plus 514 (14-Inch, 2023) is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 93/100 = Excellent quality.

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Expert review by : Brian Westover (pcmag.com)

Acer Chromebook Plus 514 Review

Ultra-affordable ; Excellent battery life ; Chromebook Plus features enhanced with AI ; Sturdy design with plenty of ports ; Capable touch display

Small storage capacity in most models ; Underwhelming performance ; Keyboard isn't backlit

As budget Chromebooks go, the Acer Chromebook Plus 514 is an appealing "Now with AI" contender, but its lagging performance and minimal feature set offset the low price.

Jul, 2024

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Expert review by : Matthew S. Smith (pcworld.com)

Acer Chromebook Plus 514 review: It doesn’t skimp on storage

Attractive design for the price ; Enjoyable keyboard ; Lots of connectivity, including USB-C ; 8GB of RAM and spacious 512GB hard drive

Mediocre processor performance ; Display is often too dim ; Weak speakers, webcam ; Small touchpad

Acer’s Chromebook Plus 514 is a decent budget Chromebook that beats competitors on RAM and storage.

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Expert review by : Ian Evenden (creativebloq.com)

We've tested it and the Acer Chromebook Plus 514 has more power (for a Chromebook)

It's a more powerful Chromebook for everyday computing.

Compact Chromebook ; Excellent keyboard ; Decent endurance

ChromeOS limitations ; Screen ‘only’ 1080p ; Small speakers

Chromebooks have a reputation as low-power devices tied to online services, and to an extent that’s still true, in that you’ll get the best from one if you sign into Google’s cloud offerings and use web apps. However, the new range of Chromebook Plus...

Nov, 2024

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Expert review by : Stephen Radochia (androidpolice.com)

Acer Chromebook Plus 514 review: Enhanced with AI

Photo editing just got a lot easier on your Chromebook

Great performance ; Solid build ; Long software support

Horrid touchpad ; Keyboard flex

I firmly believe that AI can’t save a bad product but can make a good one even better, and that’s the case with the Acer Chromebook Plus 514. The company already had a strong platform with a solid build, snappy performance, and a quality display....

May, 2024

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Expert review by : Kyle Barr (gizmodo.com)

Chromebook Plus Review: Better Specs Makes Google’s Cheapo Laptop Brand More Enticing

Chromebook Plus is a great standard for their price, but they don't change how you'll use Google's pared down laptops.

Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5i is $499 base. Chromebook Plus models start at $399.

There aren't many new features that will change the way you use Chromebooks.

Google's latest Chromebook redux with baseline stats on par with more expensive brands.

Oct, 2023

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Expert review by : Reece Bithrey (trustedreviews.com)

Acer Chromebook Plus 514 Review

The Acer Chromebook Plus 514 is a solid all-round Chromebook with nippy performance, good looks and a marvellous port selection.

Stylish, modern looks ; Solid port selection ; Nippy performance

Less endurance than competitors ; Middling display

The Acer Chromebook Plus 514 is a solid all-round Chromebook with nippy performance, good looks and a marvellous port selection. Its display isn’t the best we’ve tested, yet this Chromebook remains a solid choice at a reasonable price.

May, 2024

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Acer Chromebook Plus 514 review: going beyond the Chromebook basics

Acer's Chromebook Plus performs well in most areas, without really excelling

Compact and durable design ; Good performance for most tasks ; Plenty of on-board ports

Battery life could be better ; High-end games can drop frames ; No biometric login options

A solid, decent performer, with the Chromebook Plus label attached that ensures a certain level of quality. While it can't match the premium-level Chromebooks out there, the Acer Chromebook Plus 514 offers great value for money for office work and...

Nov, 2023

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Expert review by : Joshua Goldman (cnet.com.au)

Acer Chromebook Plus 514 Review: Getting Work Done for Less

Not that you can't use it for entertainment, but Acer's compact, lightweight 14-inch Chromebook is just right for school and home office use.

Long battery life ; Excellent webcam performance ; Bright, matte touchscreen ; Durable build ; 512GB SSD

No keyboard backlight ; Lots of flex on the keyboard, touchpad ; Slower 5Gbps USB-C ports

Apr, 2024

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Expert review by : Tom Morgan-Freelander (stuff.tv)

Acer Chromebook Plus 514 hands-on review: on the plus side

With competitive hardware and notable software upgrades, the Acer Chromebook Plus 514 wants to prove Chromebooks aren't just for classrooms

Oct, 2023

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Expert review by : which_co_uk (which.co.uk)

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When there are so many cheaper Chromebooks available, the Acer Chromebook Spin 514 needs to impress to justify the price. It incorporates a Full HD screen, AMD Ryzen 3 processor and a 360-degree hinge that lets you use it like a tablet. Read our full...

Apr, 2024

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