Acer Extensa 15

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Date Published: 18 Nov 2024

Intel Core i3-N305
Intel UHD Graphics Xe 750 (32EU)
15.6”, Full HD (1920 x 1080), TN
512GB SSD
8GB RAM
1.70 kg (3.7 lbs)

TOTAL SCORE

7.4 Portability Very Good

3.5 Display Mediocre

4.2 For Work Average

1.5 For Gaming Bad

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Review

Acer Extensa 15 in-depth review

Acer claims that the Acer Extensa 15 (EX215-33) is meant for small businesses and everyday users. This is valid only if you pick a machine with the optional 1080p IPS panel. We bought a gadget with a TN panel and yes, this one is awful. Since the memory is soldered, choosing a notebook with 16GB LPDDR5 seems like the way to go. Our device has just 8GB RAM. While it's still okay for basic work, you'll be in trouble if you want to open more than ten Chrome tabs at once.Three Alder Lake-based processors are available. Our recommendation is to get the 15W 8-core Intel Core i3-N305 unless your budget is super tight. The other two 6W 4-core processors don't seem to offer sufficient performance for standard work.Interestingly, a backlit keyboard isn't available, not even optionally. This [...]

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Pros

Long enough battery life given the modest 50Wh battery ~ 8 hours of videos
Good touchpad
Affordable
Decently solid base
Lid with a lever design
Good dimensions for a 15-incher (1.7 kg / 18.9 mm)
PWM-free (BOE07CB)
Decent port selection for the price - 3x USB ports + HDMI 2.1
Wi-Fi 6 + Bluetooth 5.1
The fan is quiet during full loads
The Core i3-N305 can maintain ~2.05 GHz clock in long CPU stress
SSD with TLC memory (Micron 2450 MTFDKBA512TFK)
Optional 1080p IPS display
Up to 16GB LPDDR5

Cons

Some devices are configured with 4-core CPUs and 4GB of memory
Plastic build
Low sRGB coverage and contrast ratio (BOE07CB)
Uncomfortable viewing angles (BOE07CB)
Soldered RAM that works in a single-channel mode + just one M.2 slot

Disassembly, maintenance and upgrade options

Opening the Acer Extensa 15 Hint: Ensure the laptop is powered off and unplugged before starting.Undo the 11 Phillips-head screws securing the bottom panel to the base. Insert a thin plastic tool into one of the top two edges to create a gap. Carefully pry along the sides, the front, and the other side, leaving the back for last. If the rear clips feel stiff, use a lever tool to pry the zones around the hinges for easier removal.More info: The inside of the bottom panel reveals the device's cooling and upgrade options.Battery Removal Caution: Handle the bat[...]

DISPLAY: 15.6-inch, 1920 x 1080, TN

Name
BOE NT156FHM-N61 (BOE07CB)

Diagonal
15.6"

Pixel density
141.21 ppi

Brightness
233 cd/m²

sRGB
50%

Panel Type
TN

Resolution
1920 x 1080

Becomes "Retina" from
24 inches (62 cm)

Contrast
260:1

dE Color Checker
11 3.4

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