Acer Chromebook Enterprise Spin 514 (CP514) vs. Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Acer Chromebook Enterprise Spin 514 (CP514) 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 Enterprise Spin 514 (CP514) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Chromebook Enterprise Spin 514 (CP514) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile 360-degree hinge

lightweight design

efficient Chrome OS

fast boot times

adequate connectivity options

limited app compatibility

mediocre display resolution

restricted storage capacity

average sound quality

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 Enterprise Spin 514 (CP514) and Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
81 % - Design
86 % - Display
60 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Acer Chromebook Enterprise Spin 514 (CP514) vs. Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Acer Chromebook Enterprise Spin 514 (CP514) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
Product Type Chromebook - flip design Chromebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.15 cm x 20.87 cm x 1.695 cm 35.65 cm x 24.96 cm x 2.13 cm
Weight 1.4 kg 2 kg
Case Material - Anodised aluminium
Colour Pure silver Titanium grey
DISPLAY Acer Chromebook Enterprise Spin 514 (CP514) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 16" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (multi-touch) -
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 Glare, CineCrystal, Corning Gorilla glass 3, 25 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display Anti-glare, matte, ComfyView, 25 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display
PROCESSOR Acer Chromebook Enterprise Spin 514 (CP514) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1130G7 / 1.8 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1240P / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 12-core
Cache 8 MB 12 MB
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost)
MEMORY Acer Chromebook Enterprise Spin 514 (CP514) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
STORAGE Acer Chromebook Enterprise Spin 514 (CP514) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - Samsung 256 GB SSD PCIe - Western Digital
AUDIO & VIDEO Acer Chromebook Enterprise Spin 514 (CP514) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - Full HD Yes - Full HD
Camera Features Noise reduction, Blue Glass Infrared Filter Temporal Noise Reduction
Video Resolutions - 1920 x 1080
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Four speakers, two microphones
Compliant Standards DTS Sound DTS Sound, Smart Amplifier
Audio Features Acer Smart Amplifier -
COMMUNICATIONS Acer Chromebook Enterprise Spin 514 (CP514) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 1216 Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - M.2 1216
Network Interface - 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Acer Chromebook Enterprise Spin 514 (CP514) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 54 Wh 65 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours Up to 10 hours
AC ADAPTER Acer Chromebook Enterprise Spin 514 (CP514) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT Acer Chromebook Enterprise Spin 514 (CP514) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Corning Gorilla Glass touchpad Anti-ghosting, moisture-resistant, OceanGlass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Acer Chromebook Enterprise Spin 514 (CP514) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (DC-In combo, Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
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
SOFTWARE Acer Chromebook Enterprise Spin 514 (CP514) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
Operating System (OS) Google Chrome OS (with Chrome Enterprise Upgrade) Google Chrome OS
MISCELLANEOUS Acer Chromebook Enterprise Spin 514 (CP514) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter, 3-cell Li-Ion 65Wh battery
Integrated Options Accelerometer, gyro sensor -
Security Google Security Chip H1 -
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Volume control -
Compliant Standards MIL-STD-810F, MIL-STD 810H, HDCP -
SAR Value 0.9 W/kg (body), 0.9 W/kg (limb), 0.9 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 2H 1H
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