Acer Chromebook Spin 714 (CP714) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Chromebook Spin 714 (CP714) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

responsive touchscreen display

360-degree hinge versatility

solid build quality

good battery life

efficient performance

limited storage capacity

no HDMI port

higher price point

average audio 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 Spin 714 (CP714) and Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
85 % - Design
86 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
81 % - Design
86 % - Display
60 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Acer Chromebook Spin 714 (CP714) vs. Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Acer Chromebook Spin 714 (CP714) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
Product Type Chromebook - flip design Chromebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.26 cm x 22.4 cm x 1.805 cm 35.65 cm x 24.96 cm x 2.13 cm
Weight 1.37 kg 2 kg
Case Material Anodised aluminium Anodised aluminium
Colour Steel grey Titanium grey
DISPLAY Acer Chromebook Spin 714 (CP714) 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 1200 (WUXGA) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 120 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 340 cd/m² 350 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% sRGB
Features Glare, CineCrystal, Corning Gorilla glass 3, Antimicrobial Corning Gorilla Glass, 30 ms response rate Anti-glare, matte, ComfyView, 25 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display
PROCESSOR Acer Chromebook Spin 714 (CP714) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1240P / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core 12-core
Cache 12 MB 12 MB
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost)
MEMORY Acer Chromebook Spin 714 (CP714) 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 Spin 714 (CP714) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 - Self-Encrypting Drive, TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Micron 256 GB SSD PCIe - Western Digital
AUDIO & VIDEO Acer Chromebook Spin 714 (CP714) 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) Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - Full HD Yes - Full HD
Camera Features Temporal Noise Reduction Temporal Noise Reduction
Video Resolutions 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Four speakers, two microphones
Compliant Standards DTS Sound, Smart Amplifier DTS Sound, Smart Amplifier
COMMUNICATIONS Acer Chromebook Spin 714 (CP714) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - 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 Spin 714 (CP714) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
Technology 3-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 Spin 714 (CP714) 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 Spin 714 (CP714) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Corning Gorilla Glass touchpad Anti-ghosting, moisture-resistant, OceanGlass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Acer Chromebook Spin 714 (CP714) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (DC-In combo, Power Delivery)
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 Spin 714 (CP714) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
Operating System (OS) Google Chrome OS Google Chrome OS
MISCELLANEOUS Acer Chromebook Spin 714 (CP714) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter, 3-cell Li-Ion 56Wh battery, USI stylus USB-C power adapter, 3-cell Li-Ion 65Wh battery
Integrated Options Accelerometer, gyroscope -
Security Google Security Chip H1, fingerprint reader -
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Volume control, Project Athena certified -
Compliant Standards MIL-STD-810F, MIL-STD 810H, HDCP -
SAR Value 1.14 W/kg (body), 1.14 W/kg (head), 1.14 W/kg (limb) 1.17 W/kg (body), 1.17 W/kg (head), 1.17 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
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 1WN 1H
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