Google Pixelbook Go Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Google Pixelbook Go based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

decent processor performance

ample storage capacity

good connectivity options

average display quality

modest battery life

heavier design

noisy under load

Acer Chromebook Plus 515 (CB515) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Chromebook Plus 515 (CB515) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust aluminum design

full hd touchscreen

efficient intel processor

long battery life

affordable price

limited storage capacity

no backlit keyboard

fewer port options

average graphics performance

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Google Pixelbook Go and Acer Chromebook Plus 515 (CB515)
85 % - Design
78 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
81 % - Design
84 % - Display
65 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Google Pixelbook Go vs. Acer Chromebook Plus 515 (CB515) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Google Pixelbook Go Acer Chromebook Plus 515 (CB515)
Product Type Chromebook Chromebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.1 cm x 20.63 cm x 1.34 cm 36.06 cm x 23.84 cm x 1.995 cm
Weight 1.061 kg 1.62 kg
Case Material Magnesium alloy Polycarbonate, ABS plastic
Colour Just black Steel grey
DISPLAY Google Pixelbook Go Acer Chromebook Plus 515 (CB515)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" 15.6" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Brightness - 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features 72% NTSC colour gamut Anti-glare, matte, ComfyView, 25 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display
PROCESSOR Google Pixelbook Go Acer Chromebook Plus 515 (CB515)
CPU Intel Core m3 Intel Core i3 (12th Gen) 1215U
Max Turbo Speed - 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores - 6-core
Cache - L3 - 10 MB
Features - Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Google Pixelbook Go Acer Chromebook Plus 515 (CB515)
RAM 8 GB 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type - LPDDR5X SDRAM
STORAGE Google Pixelbook Go Acer Chromebook Plus 515 (CB515)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB SSD 128 GB SSD - Kingston
AUDIO & VIDEO Google Pixelbook Go Acer Chromebook Plus 515 (CB515)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - Full HD
Resolution 2 Megapixel -
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, Temporal Noise Reduction
Video Resolutions - 1080p
Frame Rate 60 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, two microphones
Compliant Standards - DTS Sound
COMMUNICATIONS Google Pixelbook Go Acer Chromebook Plus 515 (CB515)
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 Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - M.2 2230 (CNVi)
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Google Pixelbook Go Acer Chromebook Plus 515 (CB515)
Battery Capacity (Size) 47 Wh 53 Wh
Battery Life Up to 12 hours -
AC ADAPTER Google Pixelbook Go Acer Chromebook Plus 515 (CB515)
Output 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT Google Pixelbook Go Acer Chromebook Plus 515 (CB515)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features - Multi-gesture touch pad, OceanGlass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Google Pixelbook Go Acer Chromebook Plus 515 (CB515)
Interfaces USB-C
Headphone output
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (DC-In combo, Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE Google Pixelbook Go Acer Chromebook Plus 515 (CB515)
Operating System (OS) Google Chrome OS Google Chrome OS
MISCELLANEOUS Google Pixelbook Go Acer Chromebook Plus 515 (CB515)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Cables Included USB-C charge cable -
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor, magnetometer -
Security Titan-C Security Chip -
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features - MIL-STD-810H tested
Compliant Standards FIDO Certified -
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) - 1.14 W/kg (head)
1.14 W/kg (body)
1.14 W/kg (limb)
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number - 2H
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