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Acer Aspire Switch Alpha 12 SA5-271-5623

Specifications

Acer Aspire Switch Alpha 12 SA5-271-5623
Acer Aspire Switch Alpha 12 SA5-271-5623 (Aspire Switch Series)
Processor
Intel Core i5-6200U 2 x 2.3 - 2.8 GHz, Skylake
Graphics adapter
Memory
4 GB 
, DDR3L
Display
12.00 inch 16:9, 2160 x 1440 pixel 216 PPI, Panasonic VVX12T041N00, IPS, glossy: yes
Mainboard
Intel Skylake-U Premium PCH
Storage
128GB SSD
Soundcard
Intel Skylake-U/Y PCH - High Definition Audio
Connections
2 USB 3.0 / 3.1 Gen1, 1 Docking Station Port, Audio Connections: 3.5mm, Card Reader: micro-SD, Brightness Sensor
Networking
Atheros/Qualcomm QCA6174 (a/b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/ac = Wi-Fi 5/), Bluetooth 4.1
Size
height x width x depth (in mm): 16 x 291 x 201 ( = 0.63 x 11.46 x 7.91 in)
Battery
37 Wh Lithium-Polymer, 2 cells
Operating System
Microsoft Windows 10 Home 64 Bit
Camera
Webcam: 1.44MP
Additional features
Speakers: stereo, Keyboard: Chiclet, Keyboard Light: no, 12 Months Warranty
Weight
1.3 kg ( = 45.86 oz / 2.87 pounds), Power Supply: 330 g ( = 11.64 oz / 0.73 pounds)
Price
800 Euro

 

Pricecompare

Average Score: 76.5% - good
Average of 2 scores (from 3 reviews)
price: - %, performance: - %, features: - %, display: - % mobility: - %, workmanship: 80%, ergonomy: - %, emissions: - %

Reviews for the Acer Aspire Switch Alpha 12 SA5-271-5623

Lüfterloses Windows-Tablet
Source: WinFuture German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/29/2016
81% Recensione Acer Switch Alpha 12
Source: Smart World Italian IT→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/03/2016
Rating: Total score: 81%
72% Test: Acer Aspire Switch Alpha 12
Source: Mobil.se SV→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/11/2016
Rating: Total score: 72% workmanship: 80%

Comment

Series: The Acer Aspire Switch Series is a series of portable and hybrid laptops. The design of the laptop models is stylish thanks to their attractive looking aluminium lids. The hinge of the Windows systems allows users to flip, rotate and even detach the screen from the keyboard in a snap. Each model in the Switch Series has different processors ranging from 1.33 GHz Intel Atom Z3745 up to Intel Core i5-6200U processors. There are also different options for the graphic card ranging from Intel HD Graphics up to Intel HD Graphics 5300.

In terms of storage, Acer offers two different options; 32 GB and 64 GB. There are 10.1-inch and 12-inch models. The displays are Full HD, IPS and they provide good contrast and colors from all viewing angles. In addition, they are protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 3 for additional damage and scratch resistance. The tablet part of the laptop has a USB 2.0 port, a micro HDMI port and a headset jack, while the keyboard dock has an additional USB 2.0 port. The weight of the laptop starts from 1.05 kg up to 1.6 kg depending on the model the user selects.

Intel HD Graphics 520: Integrated GPU (GT2) with 24 EUs found on some Skylake CPU models (15 W ULV series).

Modern games should be playable with these graphics cards at low settings and resolutions. Casual gamers may be happy with these cards.

» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.


6200U: Skylake-based ULV dual-core processor for thin notebooks and ultrabooks. Offers an integrated HD Graphics 520 GPU and is manufactured in 14 nm.» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.


12.00":

This is a standard display format for tablet computers or small convertibles. You see more on the screen than on a smartphone but you can't use big resolutions well. On the other hand, mobility is not a problem.

» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.


Acer: In 1976, the company was founded in Taiwan under the name Multitech and was renamed Acer or Acer Group in 1987. The product range includes, for example, laptops, tablets, smartphones, desktops, monitors, TVs and computer peripherals. Since 2007, the group has merged with Gateway Inc. and Packard Bell, which also market their own laptop product lines.

Acer computers are designed for a variety of purposes, including ultrabooks for mobile use, gaming laptops for gamers, affordable options for everyday tasks, and 2-in-1 convertible laptops for versatility. Acer's product portfolio also includes tablets that offer portable computing and multimedia capabilities.


76.5%: This rating is not earth-shattering. This rating must actually be seen as average, since there are about as many devices with worse ratings as better ones. A purchase recommendation can only be seen with a lot of goodwill, unless it is about websites that generally rate strictly.


» Further information can be found in our Notebook Purchase Guide.

 

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Current Prices
Stefan Hinum, 2016-09-22 (Update: 2016-09-22)