Acer Chromebook 13 Series
Processor: Mediatek MT8173, Intel Kaby Lake Refresh i5-8250U, NVIDIA Tegra K1Graphics Adapter: Imagination PowerVR GX6250, Intel UHD Graphics 620, NVIDIA GeForce ULP K1 (Tegra K1 Kepler GPU)
Display: 13.30 inch, 13.50 inch
Weight: 1.5kg, 1.58kg
Price: 300, 400, 560, 750, 900 euro
Average of 25 scores (from 38 reviews)
Acer Chromebook 13 CB5-311-T0B2
Specifications
Notebook: Acer Chromebook 13 CB5-311-T0B2Processor: NVIDIA Tegra K1
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA GeForce ULP K1 (Tegra K1 Kepler GPU)
Display: 13.30 inch, 16:9, 1366 x 768 pixels
Weight: 1.5kg
Price: 300 euro
Links: Acer homepage Acer notebook section Chromebook 13 (Series) Chromebook 13 CB5-311-T0B2 (Model)
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Athletic. Athletic. Acer launches a 13.3-inch Chromebook dubbed CB5-311 on the market. A Tegra K1-ARM processor from Nvidia ticks inside. Our review reveals whether the laptop is compelling.
Source: Tech Advisor Archive.org version
Acer knows how to make good, solid, reliable Chromebooks, and this model is no exception. Performance was always decent, the screen size is a welcome addition, and the long battery life makes it a great option for travelling. It’s just a shame that the display panel doesn’t quite match up to that of the Toshiba Chromebook 2, which is similarly priced but does offer a richer experience. If you can accept the screen though, the Acer Chromebook 13 is a very nice machine that will get the job done.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 03/19/2015
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 80% performance: 80% features: 80% workmanship: 80%
Source: Tech Advisor Archive.org version
Acer knows how to make good, solid, reliable Chromebooks, and this model is no exception. Performance was always decent, the screen size is a welcome addition, and the long battery life makes it a great option for travelling. It’s just a shame that the display panel doesn’t quite match up to that of the Toshiba Chromebook 2, which is similarly priced but does offer a richer experience. If you can accept the screen though, the Acer Chromebook 13 is a very nice machine that will get the job done.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 03/19/2015
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 80% performance: 80% features: 80% workmanship: 80%
Source: PC Authority Archive.org version
In a market that is getting more and more cluttered by the day, Acer’s Chromebook 13 is a solid device with great performance that will suit the needs of most mobile users, provided the Chrome OS is to their liking or meets their needs.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 02/23/2015
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: PC Authority Archive.org version
In a market that is getting more and more cluttered by the day, Acer’s Chromebook 13 is a solid device with great performance that will suit the needs of most mobile users, provided the Chrome OS is to their liking or meets their needs.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 02/23/2015
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Computer Shopper Archive.org version
But should it be on every shopper's short list? Frankly, we opened the box expecting the Acer Chromebook 13—with its big 1080p screen and cutting-edge CPU/GPU—to set a new standard for affordable Chromebooks, and we're a little disappointed that it didn't. It's a solid contender, one we enjoyed keeping in our briefcase for days and using for hours at a time, but it loses points for its pale display and merely adequate benchmark performance.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/05/2014
Rating: Total score: 70%
Source: Computer Shopper Archive.org version
But should it be on every shopper's short list? Frankly, we opened the box expecting the Acer Chromebook 13—with its big 1080p screen and cutting-edge CPU/GPU—to set a new standard for affordable Chromebooks, and we're a little disappointed that it didn't. It's a solid contender, one we enjoyed keeping in our briefcase for days and using for hours at a time, but it loses points for its pale display and merely adequate benchmark performance.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/05/2014
Rating: Total score: 70%
Source: Computerworld.com Archive.org version
So should you buy it? If you're set on a 13-in. Chromebook, the choice basically comes down to this or the $300 first-gen Toshiba Chromebook. The Haswell-based Toshiba has superior performance but worse build quality and a lower resolution (though similar in quality) display. Ultimately, each system has its own strengths and weaknesses; which is better is really just a question of which qualities matter more to you.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 09/24/2014
Source: Computerworld.com Archive.org version
So should you buy it? If you're set on a 13-in. Chromebook, the choice basically comes down to this or the $300 first-gen Toshiba Chromebook. The Haswell-based Toshiba has superior performance but worse build quality and a lower resolution (though similar in quality) display. Ultimately, each system has its own strengths and weaknesses; which is better is really just a question of which qualities matter more to you.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 09/24/2014
Source: CNet Archive.org version
The Acer Chromebook 13 is the first Nvidia-powered Chrome OS device we've seen, but it won't be the last. HP and others have similar designs coming soon, and with the growth of popularity in Chromebooks overall, there's a chance this won't always be an Intel-dominated category.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/04/2014
Rating: Total score: 80% performance: 90% mobility: 80%
Source: Laptop Mag Archive.org version
Nvidia is looking to challenge Intel in the Chromebook market, and it's off to a solid start with the Acer Chromebook 13. While not as powerful as Core i3-powered Chromebooks, this $300 laptop benefits from a sharp 1080p display, a comfy keyboard and enough endurance to last the day. It's also wrapped in an attractive -- if smudge-prone -- chassis. That's a real bargain.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/04/2014
Rating: Total score: 70%
Source: Slashgear Archive.org version
The Acer Chromebook 13 FHD is the finest Chromebook on the market today in its price range. The 720p "HD" version will cost you $279 while the 1080p "FHD" version we have here will run you a cool $299 USD. That’s certainly not half bad.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 09/04/2014
Source: CNet Archive.org version
The Acer Chromebook 13 is the first Nvidia-powered Chrome OS device we've seen, but it won't be the last. HP and others have similar designs coming soon, and with the growth of popularity in Chromebooks overall, there's a chance this won't always be an Intel-dominated category.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/04/2014
Rating: Total score: 80% performance: 90% mobility: 80%
Source: Laptop Mag Archive.org version
Nvidia is looking to challenge Intel in the Chromebook market, and it's off to a solid start with the Acer Chromebook 13. While not as powerful as Core i3-powered Chromebooks, this $300 laptop benefits from a sharp 1080p display, a comfy keyboard and enough endurance to last the day. It's also wrapped in an attractive -- if smudge-prone -- chassis. That's a real bargain.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/04/2014
Rating: Total score: 70%
Source: Slashgear Archive.org version
The Acer Chromebook 13 FHD is the finest Chromebook on the market today in its price range. The 720p "HD" version will cost you $279 while the 1080p "FHD" version we have here will run you a cool $299 USD. That’s certainly not half bad.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 09/04/2014
Foreign Reviews
Source: Laptop.bg BU→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Elegant, slim and compact size; long battery life; quick charge; decent graphics performance. Negative: Missing key programs such as Skype and Viber; inappropriate games; small disk space.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/16/2014
Source: Laptop.bg BU→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Elegant, slim and compact size; long battery life; quick charge; decent graphics performance. Negative: Missing key programs such as Skype and Viber; inappropriate games; small disk space.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/16/2014
Acer Chromebook 13 CB5-311-T9B0
The Acer Chromebook 13 CB5-311-T9B0 is a slick, lightweight device with decent functionality. The white chassis with black island keyboard represent the look of a standard modern device. Running on the Chrome OS, the Chromebook is packed with an Nvidia Tegra K1 quad-core processor clocked at 2.10 GHz, 2 GB DDR3L SDRAM and Nvidia Kepler graphics with shared memory.
The 13.3 inch Active Matrix TFT Color LCD with FHD resolution delivers good colors and clarity. The Acer Chromebook 13 CB5-311-T9B0 also comes with an internal SSD of 16 GB. Capacity is scarified in order to keep the device light and fast. Users can expand memory capacity with an SD card.
Other features include a HDMI port, webcam and 2 USB 3.0 ports. The total width of the Acer Chromebook 13 CB5-311-T9B0 is 12.9 inch (33 cm) and weighs 3.31 lb (1.5 kg). The Chromebook is powered by a 4-cell lithium-ion battery rated at 3220 mAh, which enables a runtime of 11 hour usage.
Specifications
Notebook: Acer Chromebook 13 CB5-311-T9B0Processor: NVIDIA Tegra K1
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA GeForce ULP K1 (Tegra K1 Kepler GPU)
Display: 13.30 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 1.5kg
Price: 300 euro
Links: Acer homepage Acer notebook section Chromebook 13 (Series) Chromebook 13 CB5-311-T9B0 (Model)
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Source: Reg Hardware Archive.org version
Is the Acer Chromebook 13 the best Chromebook on the market? That's a tough one. I can't claim to have tried them all, but I'll admit I was impressed. So is the 1920 x 1080 version the model to get? For my eyes, the extra pixels make the menu and tab text too small on a 13-inch display. Still, the extra 16GB of storage might come in handy but having a full-depth SD card slot will plug the gap for most people. Also, I didn’t notice any extra benefit from the additional 2GB of RAM, but I suppose it adds a level of future-proofing if you're likely to hang on to it or pass it on.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 01/16/2015
Source: PC Mag Archive.org version
The Acer Chromebook 13 (CB5-311-T9B0) is definitely notable among its peers, if only for its new processor and larger full HD display, but it doesn't offer a significantly improved experience, and the experience is everything when dealing with Chromebooks. The new CPU may promise better gaming support, but there's not much out there now that takes advantage of it, and the laggy media performance didn't leave us too thrilled. The smaller Acer Chromebook C720P-2600 remains our Editors' Choice, due to its smoother performance and touch screen, but if you want a larger Chromebook with a nice display, the Chromebook 13 is a pretty good bet.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 09/25/2014
Rating: Total score: 100%
Foreign Reviews
Source: Techzilla.it IT→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 11/28/2014
Rating: Total score: 74% price: 60% performance: 75% display: 75% mobility: 95% workmanship: 70% ergonomy: 70%
Acer Chromebook 13 CB5-311-T1UU
Specifications
Notebook: Acer Chromebook 13 CB5-311-T1UUProcessor: NVIDIA Tegra K1
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA GeForce ULP K1 (Tegra K1 Kepler GPU)
Display: 13.30 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 1.5kg
Price: 300 euro
Links: Acer homepage Acer notebook section Chromebook 13 (Series) Chromebook 13 CB5-311-T1UU (Model)
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Source: Techradar Archive.org version
While it bumped up the cost a bit originally, Acer's decision to switch from Intel's Celeron line of processors to an Nvidia Tegra CPU – the first of its kind in a Chromebook – proved to be a sound one. Thanks to the chip's efficient architecture, the Chromebook 13 lasts almost nine hours on a charge. Furthermore, the laptop's excellent keyboard, reliable touchpad and lightweight design make it an excellent productivity tool.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 01/26/2015
Rating: Total score: 80%
Acer Chromebook 13 CB5-311-T6R7
Specifications
Notebook: Acer Chromebook 13 CB5-311-T6R7Processor: NVIDIA Tegra K1
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA GeForce ULP K1 (Tegra K1 Kepler GPU)
Display: 13.30 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 1.5kg
Price: 300 euro
Links: Acer homepage Acer notebook section Chromebook 13 (Series)
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Foreign Reviews
Source: Computerbild - Heft 2/2015
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 01/01/2015
Rating: Total score: 82%
Source: PC Go - Heft 2/2015
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 01/01/2015
Acer Chromebook 13 CB5-311-T17X
Specifications
Notebook: Acer Chromebook 13 CB5-311-T17XProcessor: NVIDIA Tegra K1
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA GeForce ULP K1 (Tegra K1 Kepler GPU)
Display: 13.30 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 1.5kg
Links: Acer homepage Acer notebook section Chromebook 13 (Series)
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Foreign Reviews
Source: WinFuture DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/31/2016
Source: Tweakers NL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 10/16/2016
Rating: Total score: 100%
Source: Techzine NL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 05/13/2016
Rating: Total score: 76% performance: 70% features: 75% display: 65% mobility: 85% workmanship: 70%
Acer Chromebook R13 CB5-312T-K8Z9
Specifications
Notebook: Acer Chromebook R13 CB5-312T-K8Z9Processor: Mediatek MT8173
Graphics Adapter: Imagination PowerVR GX6250
Display: 13.30 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 1.5kg
Price: 400 euro
Links: Acer homepage Acer notebook section Chromebook 13 (Series)
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Source: CNet Archive.org version
The Acer Chromebook R13 is a capable Chromebook that won't break the bank, but if your needs are simple there are many other, more affordable laptops worth scoping out.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 02/09/2017
Rating: Total score: 70% performance: 80% mobility: 90% workmanship: 70%
Source: Business News Daily Archive.org version
Even without the ability to run Android apps, Acer's Chromebook R 13 would be one of the nicer models available. Workers will appreciate its comfy keyboard and long battery life, not to mention its flexible 2-in-1 design.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 02/09/2017
Source: Computerworld.com Archive.org version
The Acer Chromebook R 13 is an excellent example of a solid, mid-level system. It's got a very good display, great battery life, a comfortable keyboard, and (because it has 4GB of RAM) enough power to run a video or a reasonable number of tabs without pausing for breath. Not to mention its touch screen, moveable display and ability to use Android apps. If you're shopping for a Chromebook, this would definitely be one to consider.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 12/14/2016
Source: Chrome Unboxed Archive.org version
Would you be happy with your purchase if you bought one? I can confidently say yes to that. The R13 is a beautiful, well-built machine for a very good price. The overall look is way beyond its pricetag and its performance is plenty for most users. A great screen, keyboard and trackpad round out a very solid offering from Acer. I suspect as Android shows up soon on this device, it will be another top seller in Acer’s growing catalog of Chromebooks.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/06/2016
Source: Android Central Archive.org version
The few negatives aren't really negative. The display could be better, but it's fine the way it is and I have no real complaints outside of the glossy surface. I'd love to have the same keyboard and trackpad experience on the R13 that the Chromebook Pixel gives me, but I wouldn't expect it at this price.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/03/2016
Source: Laptop Mag Archive.org version
The Acer Chromebook R 13 is a very good piece of hardware for the price, and the combination of Android emulation and a long-lasting battery makes this convertible a seriously compelling option. Productivity users or heavy multitaskers should consider a Chromebook with a more powerful processor, such as the Lenovo ThinkPad 13 Chromebook or the Dell Chromebook 13. However, if you want a convertible Chromebook for a great price, the Chromebook R 13 is your best choice.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/03/2016
Rating: Total score: 80%
Foreign Reviews
Source: Tech Stage DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/10/2017
Rating: Total score: 90%
Acer Chromebook 13 CB5-311-T28J
Specifications
Notebook: Acer Chromebook 13 CB5-311-T28JProcessor: NVIDIA Tegra K1
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA GeForce ULP K1 (Tegra K1 Kepler GPU)
Display: 13.30 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 1.5kg
Links: Acer homepage Acer notebook section Chromebook 13 (Series)
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Foreign Reviews
Source: Tweakers NL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 09/12/2017
Rating: Total score: 60%
Acer Chromebook 13 CB713-1W-57G8
Specifications
Notebook: Acer Chromebook 13 CB713-1W-57G8Processor: Intel Kaby Lake Refresh i5-8250U
Graphics Adapter: Intel UHD Graphics 620
Display: 13.50 inch, 3:2, 2256 x 1504 pixels
Weight: 1.58kg
Price: 750 euro
Links: Acer homepage Acer notebook section Chromebook 13 (Series)
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Source: Laptop Mag Archive.org version
The Acer Chromebook 13 is a premium Chrome OS laptop with superfast performance and a sleek aluminum chassis, but those features come at a price.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 12/17/2018
Rating: Total score: 70%
Acer Chromebook 13 CB713-1W-50YY
Specifications
Notebook: Acer Chromebook 13 CB713-1W-50YYProcessor: Intel Kaby Lake Refresh i5-8250U
Graphics Adapter: Intel UHD Graphics 620
Display: 13.50 inch, 3:2, 2256 x 1504 pixels
Weight: 1.58kg
Price: 900 euro
Links: Acer homepage Acer notebook section Chromebook 13 (Series)
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Source: It Pro Archive.org version
Acer's clamshell Chromebook may be dull on the outside but the luminous display is full of colour - just don't expect to work on it for very long.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/12/2019
Rating: Total score: 60%
Foreign Reviews
Notebook mit Chrome OSSource: ZDNet DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 01/22/2019
Rating: Total score: 80%
Acer Chromebook 13 CB713-1W-56VY
Specifications
Notebook: Acer Chromebook 13 CB713-1W-56VYProcessor: Intel Kaby Lake Refresh i5-8250U
Graphics Adapter: Intel UHD Graphics 620
Display: 13.50 inch, 3:2, 2256 x 1504 pixels
Weight: 1.58kg
Price: 560 euro
Links: Acer homepage Acer notebook section Chromebook 13 (Series)
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Source: Android Authority Archive.org version
Acer’s Chromebook 13 is a beautiful device. It lacks the 360-degree hinge and included pen of the $900 “Spin” version, but that’s okay. Professionals may not need the versatility of a 2-in-1 device, making this clamshell version a perfect fit.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 12/23/2018
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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.
Non demanding games should be playable with these graphics cards.
NVIDIA GeForce ULP K1 (Tegra K1 Kepler GPU): In Tegra K1 SoC integrated graphics card based on the Kepler architecture. Features a single SMX with 192 cores and full OpenGL 4.4 support (e.g. with Tessellation).
Only some 3D games with very low demands are playable with these cards.
Imagination PowerVR GX6250: 2 cluster graphics chip integrated in ARM SoC (e.g. used in the MediaTek MT8173)
Modern games should be playable with these graphics cards at low settings and resolutions. Casual gamers may be happy with these cards.
Intel UHD Graphics 620: Integrated GPU (GT2, 24 EUs) found on some Kaby-Lake-Refresh CPU models (15 W ULV series). Technically identical to the previous Kaby-Lake GPU called HD Graphics 620.
» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.
NVIDIA Tegra:
K1: System on a Chip (SoC) for smartphones and tablets. Integrates a 4+1 Cortex-A15 CPU as well as a Kepler-based GPU with 192 CUDA cores.
Mediatek:
MT8173: ARM based quad-core SoC (2x Cortex-A72, 2x Cortex-A53) for tablets
Intel Kaby Lake Refresh:
i5-8250U: Kaby-Lake-Refresh based low power quad-core processor. The four cores are clocked between 1.6 and 3.4 GHz (Turbo Boost) and support HyperThreading. The integrated GPU is clocked between 300 and 1,100 MHz. The SoC is manufactured in a 14nm+ FinFET process.
» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.
» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.
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78%: 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.