This $700 laptop has Thunderbolt 3, and that’s great news for the future of PCs
Acer's new Swift 3 doesn't look like a stand-out laptop, but it has one unmistakable feature: A Thunderbolt 3 port, for a laptop that costs just $700. Here's why the new accessibility of Thunderbolt 3 is a great sign for the future of PCs.
Acer ConceptD 7 Ezel Pro hands-on review: A crazy 2-in-1 that’s total overkill
Acer's ConceptD 7 Ezel Pro combines the versatility of a 2-in-1 with the serious productivity features and absurdly quick hardware that creators crave. This rare combo delivers a truly unique laptop that's complete overkill in all the right ways. Read our Acer ConceptD 7 Ezel Pro hands-on review for more.
Acer’s ConceptD 700 workstation is unlike any desktop we’ve ever seen
Acer's new ConceptD 700 is a desktop workstion that has earned its RTX Studio badge thanks to its powerful Intel Xeon processor and Nvidia Quadro RTX GPU inside. And Acer didn't stop there. With a sculpted minimalist design and woodgrain-inspired accents, the ConceptD 700 is as stylish as it is powerful.
Acer’s new Predator OLED monitor is 55 inches of PC gaming glory
At 55 inches of screen real estate, Acer's Predator CG552K may sound like a television designed for your living room. In reality, the Predator is a large gaming monitor packed with an OLED display and variable rate refresh. Now all you need is a desk large enough for this screen.
Acer’s ConceptD 7 Ezel is part drawing tablet, part powerhouse workstation
Packed with an Intel Xeon processor and Nvidia's Quadro RTX 5000 graphics, Acer's new ConceptD 7 Ezel Pro introduced at CES 2020 reimagines what a mobile workstation can accomplish. Designed for creatives, the unique Ezel hinge allows this laptop to transform between five different usage modes.
Acer introduces a (slightly) more affordable version of its epic gaming throne
Acer unveiled its utterly bonkers Predator Thronos gaming chair at IFA 2018, though calling this beast a chair is underselling it. At this year's IFA, Acer announced an updated version of the chair called the Predator Thronos Air which is (slightly) more affordable. At $14,000, it's practically a bargain.
Acer’s new thin-bezel, lightweight Chromebooks come in all sizes
At the IFA tech show in Berlin, Acer is announcing four new Chromebook models. Available in 14-inch, 15.6-inch, and 11.6-inch sizes, the new devices pack long battery life, slim and light designs, and everything you need for productivity and entertainment when on the go.
Acer Predator Triton 500 is an unstoppable gaming laptop with a 300Hz screen
If you're worried your screen is too slow or not responsive enough to handle your fast action games, Acer's Predator Triton 500 gaming laptop has you covered. This powerful gaming notebook boasts a 15-inch FHD display with a superfast 300Hz refresh rate to eliminate screen tearing and help you keep up with the action.
Acer’s refreshed ConceptD Pro notebooks bring serious gaming power to creators
At IFA 2019, Acer refreshed its ConceptD line of laptops, pairing Nvidia Quadro RTX 5000 graphics with Intel's Core i9 processor on the flagship ConceptD 9 Pro laptop, making it great for creative work and gaming. Like the previous model, the Ezel Aero hinge allows the 17-inch display to recline, tilt, and fold.
Acer’s Swift 5, Swift 3 get powerful with Intel’s 10th-gen Ice Lake processors
At the IFA tech show in Berlin, Acer announced refreshed versions of its popular Swift 3 and Swift 5 notebooks. Both models are picking up significant performance upgrades to Intel's 10th-gen Ice Lake processors, and the Swift 5 is now getting a big upgrade to optional Nvidia MX250 graphics.
Acer’s fast Nitro XF2 monitors are built to help gamers outmaneuver opponents
Acer's new Nitro XF2 series monitors promise gamers a competitive edge over opponents, thanks to a fast, responsive panel. Supporting AMD's FreeSync technology, 240Hz refresh rates, and an overdrive mode that delivers a fast 0.2ms response time, these panels will amp up your gaming.
Acer Swift 3 (2019) vs. Asus ZenBook 14 UX433
You don't have to settle for a too-small 13.3-inch laptop nor one that's too large at 15.6 inches. Instead, you can choose the Goldilocks option: A 14-inch laptop that's neither too big nor too tiny. The ZenBook 14 and Acer Swift 3 present two different options with strengths and weaknesses.
The Acer ConceptD laptops bring Nvidia Quadro workstation graphics to the masses
At Computex 2019, Acer revealed a handful of new powerful laptops in its ConceptD line. The ConceptD 5, 7, and 9 are all made with creatives in mind, each with varying degrees of power and portability. Most importantly, they feature the option for Nvidia's new Quadro graphics, which are tailor-made for 3D rendering and graphics.
Acer gives Predator, Nitro gaming notebooks CPU and GPU upgrades
Acer announced that some of its recently launched gaming laptops will benefit from some silicon updates. In addition to shipping with Nvidia's GTX 1650 or GTX 1660 Ti graphics, the Predator Helios, Nitro 7, and Nitro 5 laptops will also get a processor boost to Intel's ninth-generation Core i7-9750H CPU.
Acer’s ConceptD laptops and desktops give artists quiet gaming power
Don't be fooled by the discrete RTX graphics inside Acer's new line of ConceptD workstations and mobile workstations. These systems weren't designed for gaming. With powerful processors, top-of-the-line graphics, and color-accurate displays, these PCs were designed for creatives to make the games you play.
Acer refreshes Chromebooks and Windows laptops with business, gaming appeal
Acer's refreshed lineup of Chromebook and Windows laptops are designed with gamers and business users in mind. Acer's TravelMate P6 and two new Chromebook models feature MIL-STD 810G ratings for durability, long battery life, and biometric security, while the Nitro gaming notebooks come with dedicated GPUs.
Acer’s powerful new Helios 700 gaming laptop transforms to maximize performance
Acer's new Helios 700 could be its most impressive gaming laptop ever made. It's superpowerful, with the latest Intel and Nvidia components, and also has a cooling solution that relies on a transforming keyboard to draw in extra air. It's a unique approach that enables automated overclocking for maximum power.
Limited-time Amazon deal knocks up to $200 off the thin, light Acer Swift 5
If you've been thinking of purchasing a thin, light, and stylish laptop, you might want to consider heading to Amazon as soon as you can. The online retailer is currently discounting the Acer Swift 5 and several other Acer products by up to $200, but only through the end of today, March 14.
Acer Swift 5 vs. Dell XPS 15
Acer's Swift 5 aims at a singular accomplishment: to be the lightest 15-inch laptop on the market. And it succeeds, coming in at a featherweight 2.2 pounds. But it's facing stiff competition in the all-around excellent XPS 15. Which is better worth your money in a head-to-head no-holds-barred matchup?
Chromebook 13 vs. Google Pixelbook: Acer model takes on the king
Google's Pixelbook has held the mantle of most premium Chromebook for a while now, and it's also one of the best-built and most attractively designed. It has challengers, though, including the Acer Chromebook 13, the fastest Chrome OS clamshell notebook around. Can Acer's pricy speedster keep up?
The best gaming laptops of CES 2019
CES is always a big time of year, and with the reveal of Nvidia's latest RTX mobile graphics, there have been plenty of new gaming laptops from MSI, Alienware, Acer, and more. Not to worry though, as we've sorted through the long list of new gaming laptops and have picked out the best from the rest. Here are our picks for the best gaming laptops of CES 2019.
Acer unleashes the beast with 2-in-1 Triton 900 packing RTX 2080 GPU
Have you been caught between desiring a monster gaming laptop and a hybrid 2-in-1 Windows machine? If so, then the new Acer Triton 900 might be the perfect machine for you with a convertible chassis, a six-core Intel Core i7 GPU, and Nvidia's latest GeForce RTX 2080 GPU.
Acer Swift 7 dazzles with near-borderless touch display, weighs under two pounds
Not a fan of borders and looking for the thinnest and lightest machine on the market? Acer's latest iteration of the Swift 7 introduces an impressive 1080p 14-inch touchscreen with a 92-percent screen-to-body ratio, all coming in at under two pounds — with an Intel Core i7 CPU.
You can go too cheap on a laptop, and this is what happens when you do
It might seem all budget notebooks are the same, and you can pick any laptop off the shelf. That’s not true, however, as a quick comparison between the very bad Acer Aspire 3, and the very good Aspire E 15, demonstrates. You’ll want to do your research no matter how much you spend.
Acer Swift 7 vs. Apple MacBook Air
Acer's Swift 7 is singularly focused on being as thin as possible, and it succeeds -- rivaling the iPhone X at around 0.35 inches thick. But its keyboard has a weird layout and its touchpad doesn't click, making it hard to use. Does Apple's MacBook Air win out as being more pleasant to use?
We want every laptop to be as thin as an iPhone. But is it practical?
The Acer Swift 7 is the thinnest notebook you can buy, and in many ways, it feels like the notebook of the future. But it makes too many compromises along the way, particularly in its no-click touchpad and weird keyboard layout, and performance and battery life suffer.
Acer Chromebook Spin 15 vs. Acer Aspire E 15
Acer has some strong offerings in the budget space, with a choice of Windows 10 or Chrome OS if you're unable to spend more than $600. Two great options include the Chromebook Spin 15 convertible 2-in-1 and the Aspire E 15 laptop. They've both made it on our our "best of" lists, but which is better?
Acer brings Intel’s 8-core, 9th-gen processor to its Predator Orion desktops
Acer today has revealed that it will be bringing the Intel 8-core 9th-gen processor to its Predator Orion 9000 and 6000 desktops. The new choice in processor puts more power into the hands of gamers and should make for seamless gameplay in the most demanding situations.
The upcoming Acer Predator Triton 900 laptop has a display that flips
Although it wasn’t included in Acer’s product announcements during IFA 2018, the company provided a sneak peek for a gaming laptop called the Predator Triton 900. We don’t know any hardware specifics just yet, only that it sports a unique display frame that enables you to “flip” the screen.
Designed to engulf players, Acer’s Predator Thronos is a titan of a gaming chair
Part of Acer’s gaming lineup during the IFA 2018 convention is the Predator Thronos Gaming Chair. Although the name resembles that of an evil, world-killing villain, this chair is just as titanic in nature as it cradles the player while simultaneously wielding three monitors and a tower desktop.
Acer OJO 500 Windows Mixed Reality headset lets you straddle real, virtual worlds
The OJO 500 is Acer's latest Windows Mixed Reality headset, boasting some unique design features. The OJO 500 comes with a detachable design, washable head straps, and a new sound pipe audio system that helps keep you aware of your surroundings in the real world while you venture into the virtual world.
Acer targets gamers with new color-rich 4K Predator and Nitro monitors
Acer has taken the wraps off of four new gaming monitors across the Predator and Nitro line. The two flagship monitors each support 4K UHD panels, 144Hz response rates, wide color gamut displays, and HDR colors. The Predator comes with Nvidia G-Sync support, while the Nitro series uses AMD's FreeSync.
Acer crams a Ryzen 7 CPU, discrete RX Vega 56 graphics into a 17-inch laptop
A week after Acer flooded the press with new laptops and desktops, the company returns with one laptop and two desktops for gamers. They're AMD-based variants of products introduced last week, including a laptop sporting AMD's Ryzen 7 2700 processor and its Radeon RX Vega 56 discrete graphics chip.
Acer’s new lineup includes white gaming laptop and Pixelbook-esque Chromebook
The annual Next@Acer press event revealed Acer's refreshed portfolio of laptops and desktops for gamers, professionals, and students. The 2018 rollout includes the Swift 5 ultra-thin notebook, a gaming desktop packing two GeForce GTX 1080 Ti graphics cards, premium Chromebooks for business, and more.