Acer Chromebook 714 (CB714-1W) vs. Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Acer Chromebook 714 (CB714-1W) and Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Acer Chromebook 714 (CB714-1W) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Chromebook 714 (CB714-1W) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

sturdy aluminum design

long-lasting battery life

efficient fingerprint reader

comfortable keyboard

affordable price

mediocre display quality

limited storage capacity

no backlit keyboard

average processor speed

Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high refresh rate display

rgb keyboard lighting

wi-fi 6 support

1080p webcam

good stereo speakers

limited storage capacity

no HDMI port

average battery life

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Acer Chromebook 714 (CB714-1W) and Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
81 % - Design
86 % - Display
60 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Acer Chromebook 714 (CB714-1W) vs. Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Acer Chromebook 714 (CB714-1W) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
Product Type Chromebook Chromebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.3 cm x 23.86 cm x 1.77 cm 35.65 cm x 24.96 cm x 2.13 cm
Weight 1.6 kg 2 kg
Case Material Anodised aluminium Anodised aluminium
Colour Steel grey Titanium grey
DISPLAY Acer Chromebook 714 (CB714-1W) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 16" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 120 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 350 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, ComfyView, 25 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display Anti-glare, matte, ComfyView, 25 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display
PROCESSOR Acer Chromebook 714 (CB714-1W) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
CPU Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8130U / 2.2 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1240P / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 12-core
Cache 4 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost)
MEMORY Acer Chromebook 714 (CB714-1W) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
STORAGE Acer Chromebook 714 (CB714-1W) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB eMMC - eMMC 5.1 - SanDisk 256 GB SSD PCIe - Western Digital
AUDIO & VIDEO Acer Chromebook 714 (CB714-1W) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - HD Yes - Full HD
Camera Features - Temporal Noise Reduction
Video Resolutions - 1920 x 1080
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Four speakers, two microphones
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio DTS Sound, Smart Amplifier
COMMUNICATIONS Acer Chromebook 714 (CB714-1W) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 7265 - M.2 2230 Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - M.2 1216
Network Interface - 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Acer Chromebook 714 (CB714-1W) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 56 Wh 65 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours Up to 10 hours
AC ADAPTER Acer Chromebook 714 (CB714-1W) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT Acer Chromebook 714 (CB714-1W) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-gesture touch pad, Acer FineTip keyboard Anti-ghosting, moisture-resistant, OceanGlass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Acer Chromebook 714 (CB714-1W) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
Interfaces 2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (DC-In combo)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (DC-In combo, Power Delivery)
LAN (RJ-45)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Acer Chromebook 714 (CB714-1W) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
Operating System (OS) Google Chrome OS Google Chrome OS
MISCELLANEOUS Acer Chromebook 714 (CB714-1W) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter, 3-cell Li-Ion 65Wh battery
Security Fingerprint reader -
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
SAR Value 0.862 W/kg (body), 0.862 W/kg (limb), 0.862 W/kg (head) 1.17 W/kg (body), 1.17 W/kg (head), 1.17 W/kg (limb)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number 31RH 1H
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