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Updated January 12, 2024·
The Acer Aspire 1 offers good value if you're looking to spend less, it has a higher resolution screen which is great for sharper images and it operates silently without a fan. On the other hand, the HP 250 G10, while a bit pricier, comes with more RAM which is beneficial for multitasking and potentially better performance for more demanding applications. It also includes more ports which could be useful if you need to connect several devices. However, its screen has a lower resolution, so images won't be as crisp. If portability is a concern, both laptops are similar in size and weight. Consider the HP 250 G10 if you need more power for tasks beyond basic usage and are okay with compromising on screen quality. Choose the Acer Aspire 1 if cost and a sharper display are your main concerns. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Aspire 1
- The Acer Aspire 1 has no clear advantages over the HP 250 G10.
Advantages of the HP 250 G10
- The HP 250 G10 has no clear advantages over the Acer Aspire 1.
Key differences
Content Creation
5.9
6.4
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
The HP 250 G10 is only fair 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.
Screen Quality
5.2
5.3
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
The HP 250 G10 has a better screen than the Acer Aspire 1 for content creation, and software development.
The Acer Aspire 1 and the HP 250 G10 suffer from screens with low resolutions and limited brightness, which affects clarity and the ability to use them comfortably in various lighting conditions, detracting from everyday general use. Engineers and designers rely on accurate color reproduction for their work, but these laptops' screens lack broad color gamuts, leading to less precise color representation. For 3D applications and gaming, the slower refresh rates of these laptops mean less fluid motion and slower response times, while the moderate importance of resolution and panel type affects image sharpness and viewing angles.
Cost
$215
$329
$100
$200
$300
$400
$500
The Acer Aspire 1 has a price of $215 and the HP 250 G10 costs $329.
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Key similarities
General Use
5.8
6.3
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
TN
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
250.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
7.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP 250 G10 to be only fair for general use, while the Acer Aspire 1 is poor.
The Acer Aspire 1 is equipped with an Intel Celeron N4500 CPU and 4GB of RAM, which underperform when multitasking and running demanding applications, compromising its use for general purposes; additionally, it features a less desirable TN screen type with lower color accuracy and a shorter battery life. In contrast, the HP 250 G10 sports a more capable Intel N200 processor with 16GB of RAM, providing better performance for general computing tasks, a higher quality TN panel with better brightness, and a longer battery life, alongside a slightly more compact and lighter design for enhanced portability.
Gaming and AI
5.7
6.0
2.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
2.3/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
10.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP 250 G10 to be only fair for gaming and AI, while the Acer Aspire 1 is poor.
The Acer Aspire 1 and HP 250 G10 lack the necessary GPU power and screen refresh rates for gaming and 3D tasks; both have integrated graphics and a refresh rate capped at 60Hz which is subpar for these demanding applications. While the Aspire 1 has a slightly higher screen resolution, enhancing screen quality, the CPUs in both models are also not geared towards high-performance needs, which are significant for gaming and 3D work.
Engineering and Design
5.5
6.0
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
2.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
2.3/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP 250 G10 to be only fair for engineering and design, while the Acer Aspire 1 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.
Software Development
6.1
6.5
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.8/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1366 x 768
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The HP 250 G10 and Acer Aspire 1 are both only fair 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.
Battery
6.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Acer Aspire 1 has 6 hours of battery life. The HP 250 G10 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
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP 250 G10 and Acer Aspire 1 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
5.5
6.0
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP 250 G10 to have only fair 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.
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How the Acer Aspire 1 and the HP 250 G10 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Acer Aspire 1 | HP 250 G10 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$215 | $329 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2022 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.3'' x 9.4'' x 0.78'' | 14.2'' x 9.3'' x 0.73'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.19 lbs | 3.5 lbs | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel Celeron N4500 | Intel N200 | |
Graphics | |||
Graphics | UHD Graphics | UHD Graphics | |
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 | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 36.7 Wh | 41 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | TN | TN | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1366 x 768 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 200 nits | 250 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 5.6/10 | 6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.5/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 10/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Warranty Period | |||
Warranty Period | 1 year | 1 year | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6/10 | 6/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 5.4/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 2 | |
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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CNET
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."
HP 250 G10
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Nikolay Palaozov | December 2023
"The HP 250 G10 is a decent budget device that surprises us with its high CPU frequencies under load. Still, our configuration has a Core i5-1335U which doesn’t require significant cooling, if choose a 28W P-series processor, maybe the situation with the clocks could be different. If you want to play some casual game after work, a memory in dual-channel is a must because it increases greatly the iGPU 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 HP
HP, also known as Hewlett-Packard, is an American technology company that develops personal computers and computer peripherals. In the laptop industry, HP is known for its entry level Essential series laptops, its mid-range Pavilion, Envy, and Victus series, and high-end Omen and Spectre series, in addition to its business-oriented EliteBook, ProBook, and Dragonfly series laptops. HP laptops generally undercut other mainstream competitors in terms of price, placing itself as the value-oriented mainstream brand.
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