•  Date Published: 06 Feb 2025
    • Intel Core i3-N305
    • Intel UHD Graphics Xe 750 (32EU)
    • 15.6”, Full HD (1920 x 1080), TN
    • 128GB SSD
    • 8GB RAM
    • 1.75 kg (3.9 lbs)
    3.7
    TOTAL SCORE
    7.3 Portability Very Good
    3.5 Display Mediocre
    4.2 For Work Average
    1.5 For Gaming Bad

    Specs

    • HDD/SSD
    • 128GB SSD
    • M.2 Slot
    • 1x 2280 M.2 NVMe PCIe 3.0 x4  See photo
    • RAM
    • 8GB RAM
    • OS
    • Windows 11 Home
    • Body Material
    • Plastic / Polycarbonate
    • Dimensions
    • 362.9 x 239.6 x 18.9 mm (14.29" x 9.43" x 0.74")
    • Weight
    • 1.75 kg (3.9 lbs)
    • Ports and connectivity
    • 2x USB Type-A
    • 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps)
    • 1x USB Type-C
    • 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps), Power Delivery (PD), DisplayPort, Sleep and Charge
    • HDMI
    • 2.1
    • Card Reader
    • Ethernet LAN
    • Wi-Fi
    • 802.11ax
    • Bluetooth
    • 5.1
    • Audio jack
    • 3.5mm Combo Jack
    • Features
    • Fingerprint reader
    • Web camera
    • HD with Temporal Noise Reduction
    • Backlit keyboard
    • Microphone
    • Dual Microphones with Acer Purified Voice, AI noise reduction
    • Speakers
    • 2x Stereo Speakers
    • Security Lock slot
    • Gifts
    • HDMI Cable

    Portability

    Acer Aspire Go (AG15-31P)
    14.29" x 9.43" x 0.74" Dimensions
    1.75 kg (3.9 lbs) Weight
    Average 15.6-inch laptop
    2.03 kg (4.5 lbs) +16% Weight

    Review

    Acer Aspire Go in-depth review

    You're searching for value, functionality, and maybe, just maybe, something that doesn't scream "compromise" from across the room? Enter the Acer Aspire Go 15 (AG15-31P). At first glance, it throws a curveball – a sleek, minimalist design that genuinely looks like it belongs in a higher price bracket. It catches the eye, makes you lean in closer, and perhaps wonder: have Acer cracked the code? Is this the budget champion that delivers more than its price tag suggests?But as seasoned explorers of the tech landscape, we know that surface appearances can be deceiving, especially when balancing features against cost. Does the Aspire Go 15 live up to its initial visual promise, or are there significant trade-offs hidden beneath that surprisingly elegant plastic shell? What compromises were [...]

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    Pros

    • Surprisingly elegant design for a budget laptop
    • Comfortable keyboard and excellent, large trackpad
    • Versatile USB Type-C port (Gen 2, DisplayPort, Power Delivery)
    • Excellent battery life - more than 10 hours!
    • PWM-free display backlight ensures flicker-free viewing
    • Functional port selection including HDMI 2.1

    Cons

    • Low CPU and GPU performance, suitable only for basic tasks
    • Poor display color coverage (51% sRGB)
    • Soldered RAM limits future upgradeability
    • No physical webcam privacy shutter or fingerprint reader
    • Keyboard backlight is optional (absent on tested unit)

    Disassembly, maintenance and upgrade options

    Opening the Acer Aspire Go 15 (AG15-31P) Hint: Make sure the laptop is fully powered off and unplugged before proceeding.Use a Phillips PH0 screwdriver to remove the 10 screws securing the bottom cover. With a thin plastic pry tool, begin releasing the clips near the hinge area. Work your way around the perimeter to fully detach the bottom panel without damaging the clips.More info: The inside of the panel is pressure-fitted with plastic guides that help hold the battery in place.Battery Removal Caution: Use a pointed plastic tool to avoid damaging the connector. [...]

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