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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Acer Aspire 1 is a budget-friendly choice with basic performance suited for light tasks like web browsing and document editing, but it has lower storage capacity and RAM, which could slow you down when multitasking or running more demanding applications. The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15, although more expensive, offers a significant increase in performance with its advanced processor and dedicated graphics, making it ideal for intensive tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, and gaming. Additionally, the Zenbook features a higher quality OLED touchscreen display, a larger battery for longer usage, and more storage and RAM for smoother operation. If mobility is important, both laptops are fairly portable but remember that the Zenbook's larger battery adds slightly to its weight. Your decision should be based on whether you prioritize a lower cost for everyday use or are willing to invest more for a laptop that can handle more specialized and performance-heavy work. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Aspire 1
- The Acer Aspire 1 has no clear advantages over the ASUS Zenbook Pro 15.
Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Pro 15
- Good for general use
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Excellent battery life
- Good speakers
- Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.8
7.7
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
346.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
12.5 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 is good for general use, while the Acer Aspire 1 is poor.
The Acer Aspire 1 is less suitable for general use due to its lower-tier CPU, minimal RAM, lower-quality TN screen, and shorter battery life, while the ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 offers a high-end CPU, ample RAM, superior OLED display, and longer battery life, which together provide a better overall user experience.
Gaming and AI
5.7
6.7
2.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
10.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Acer Aspire 1 is poor.
The Acer Aspire 1 has a lower-tier integrated GPU and a basic TN panel screen, making it unsuitable for gaming and 3D applications. In contrast, the ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 offers a superior dedicated Nvidia RTX GPU and a high-quality OLED screen, yet it still achieves only modest gaming and 3D performance due to its screen's standard refresh rate.
Engineering and Design
5.5
7.4
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
2.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.0/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 is good for engineering and design, while the Acer Aspire 1 is poor.
The Acer Aspire 1, with its basic Intel Celeron processor, integrated graphics, and lower RAM, lacks the power and speed needed for demanding engineering tasks, whereas the ASUS Zenbook Pro 15, equipped with a higher-performance AMD Ryzen processor, dedicated Nvidia RTX GPU, and more RAM, is tailored for more resource-intensive design and engineering applications, and offers a better quality OLED screen for clearer and more color-accurate visuals. While the Acer might be attractive for its portability and silent operation, the ASUS steps ahead with its capabilities and better screen, albeit at a likely higher price point and with more operating noise due to cooling demands.
Content Creation
5.9
7.7
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 is good for content creation, while the Acer Aspire 1 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
6.1
7.5
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 is good for software development, while the Acer Aspire 1 is only fair.
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
5.2
7.6
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
346.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 has a better screen than the Acer Aspire 1 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
When assessing screen quality for general use, factors like panel type, resolution, and brightness are crucial; the Acer Aspire 1 may have an inferior panel, lower resolution, and dimmer display compared to the ASUS Zenbook Pro 15, which likely uses a higher-quality panel with better resolution and brightness, enhancing the viewing experience. For engineering and design, color accuracy is essential, and the ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 likely covers a wider color gamut, such as DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB, providing more precise color representation, while the Acer Aspire 1's screen may fall short in this aspect. In contrast, for Gaming and 3D, a high refresh rate is paramount for smooth motion, which the ASUS Zenbook Pro 15's screen may lack, while its resolution and panel type are not enough to compensate, hence the poor screen quality in this use case.
Battery
6.0 Hours
12.5 Hours
The Acer Aspire 1 has 6 hours of battery life. The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 has 12.5 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.
Build Quality
5.5
7.6
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 has good build quality, while the Acer Aspire 1 has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$215
$700
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Acer Aspire 1 has a price of $215 and the ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 costs $700.
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Key similarities
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
4.4 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 and Acer Aspire 1 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the Acer Aspire 1 and the ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Acer Aspire 1 | ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$215 | $700 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2022 | October 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.3'' x 9.4'' x 0.78'' | 13.9'' x 9.4'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.19 lbs | 4.41 lbs | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel Celeron N4500 | AMD Ryzen 7 5800H | |
Graphics | |||
Graphics | UHD Graphics | RTX 3050 Ti (50 W) | |
Mux Switch / Advanced Optimus | |||
Mux Switch / Advanced Optimus | No | No | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 4 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 12.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 36.7 Wh | 96 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | TN | OLED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 200 nits | 346 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 5.6/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.5/10 | 7.7/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 10/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Keyboard Lighting Color | |||
Keyboard Lighting Color | N/A | White | |
Warranty Period | |||
Warranty Period | 1 year | 1 year | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 5.4/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 0 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Acer Aspire 1
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Joshua Goldman | May 2020
"There are no surprises and nothing's extraordinary here but this laptop's price. For those in need of an inexpensive Windows laptop for undemanding tasks, though, the Acer Aspire 1 offers just enough to get the basics done and a larger screen to do them on."
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Allen Ngo | May 2022
"The ASUS Zenbook Pro 15 offers a strong CPU, chassis, and display. One of the most popular 15.6-inch prosumer or multimedia laptops out there is the Dell XPS 15. Thus, comparisons between it and the Asus Zenbook Pro 15 are inevitable. Asus has a couple of tricks up its sleeve that XPS users are still missing out on including 1080p OLED and an AMD Ryzen CPU which help separate the Zenbook Pro 15 from the XPS 15. It also integrates a numpad and a few more port options albeit at the cost of a larger chassis size."
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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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