•  Date Published: 17 Feb 2025
    • Intel Core i5-1135G7
    • Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (80EU)
    • 14.0”, Full HD (1920 x 1080), IPS
    • 512GB SSD
    • 8GB RAM
    • 1.45 kg (3.2 lbs)
    5.3
    TOTAL SCORE
    7.5 Portability Very Good
    8.0 Display Excellent
    4.4 For Work Average
    2.8 For Gaming Mediocre

    Specs

    • HDD/SSD
    • 512GB SSD
    • RAM
    • 8GB RAM
    • OS
    • Windows 11 Home
    • Body Material
    • Plastic / Polycarbonate, Aluminum
    • Dimensions
    • 328 x 223 x 17.9 mm (12.91" x 8.78" x 0.70")
    • Weight
    • 1.45 kg (3.2 lbs)
    • Ports and connectivity
    • 1x USB Type-C
    • 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps)
    • 2x USB Type-A
    • 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps)
    • HDMI
    • 2.0
    • Ethernet LAN
    • 10, 100, 1000 Mbit/s
    • Wi-Fi
    • 802.11ax
    • Bluetooth
    • 5.0
    • Audio jack
    • 3.5mm Combo Jack
    • Features
    • Fingerprint reader
    • Web camera
    • HD
    • Backlit keyboard
    • Microphone
    • Speakers
    • 2 Speakers, Acer TrueHarmony

    Portability

    Acer Aspire 5 (A514-54 / A514-54G / A514-54S)
    12.91" x 8.78" x 0.70" Dimensions
    1.45 kg (3.2 lbs) Weight
    Average 14.0-inch laptop
    1.47 kg (3.2 lbs) +1% Weight

    Review

    Acer Aspire 5 in-depth review

    The medium-budget Aspire lineup of devices has been updated with the Tiger Lake processors by Intel. This provides quite a substantial upgrade, especially on the GPU side. Moreover, we saw the Aspire 5 (A514-54) listed with a GeForce MX450, which also sounds interesting for the moment.However, the Aspire series has never been intended for gaming or heavy computing. Instead, they are meant for people that need to do stuff on the go, and they want them done quickly. Well, this particular unit, configured with the Core i5-1135G7 aims to do exactly that, and as an extra - you could be able to play an occasional light game. But we'll see about that later on.Additionally, the laptop comes with a 14-inch 1080p IPS display, whose lid lifts the backside of the base, to ensure a better a[...]

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    Pros

    • Fine upgradeability
    • Very good thermals
    • Appetizing price tag
    • Decent battery life
    • Can be configured with very capable hardware

    Cons

    • Our unit was a bit underwhelming when it comes to the GPU performance
    • No SD card reader

    Disassembly, maintenance and upgrade options

    Acer Aspire 5 is one of the first budget-oriented devices that comes with Intel's latest and greatest Tiger Lake processors.Check out all Acer Aspire 5 (A514-54) prices and configurations in our Specs System or read more in our In-Depth review.1. Remove the bottom plate The first thing you need to do is to undo all 11 Philips-head screws, that are holding the bottom panel in place. Then, pry the panel with a plastic tool, and lift it away from the chassis.2. Battery When it comes to the battery, you get a 50Wh unit, which is reasonable for a 14-inch notebook.3. Memo[...]

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