Acer Chromebook Spin 713 CP713-2W-560V
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Primary Camera: 0.9 MPix
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Average of 8 scores (from 8 reviews)
Reviews for the Acer Chromebook Spin 713 CP713-2W-560V
The Spin 713 offers a 3:2 touchscreen, good battery life and USB-C ports with support for Power Delivery. The 800-Euro (~$970) convertible is not one of the cheapest Chromebooks (in the US, the pricing is much better: $529).
Source: Engadget
Archive.org versionEven if Acer’s Chromebook Spin 713 didn’t have its standout screen, it would be an easy device to recommend. The build quality is good, it performs very well and it should be fast enough to serve you for years to come. Adding in that 3:2 display makes it one of the best Chromebooks on the market. I wish that battery life was longer and that it had a slightly more premium feel, but it gets just about everything else right. If the price doesn’t scare you off and you don’t need best-in-class battery life, the Spin 713 is a Chromebook that should satisfy just about everyone.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/14/2021
Rating: Total score: 85%
Source: Android Central
Archive.org versionBalancing excellent performance and futureproofed fundamentals, Acer produces the most well-rounded Chromebook for those who need to get things done and get them done fast.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/12/2020
Rating: Total score: 100%
Source: PC Mag
Archive.org versionThough it's a Chromebook instead of a Windows laptop, Acer's Chromebook Spin 713 wears the same "Engineered for Mobile Performance" sticker as other notebooks that meet Intel's state-of-the-art "Project Athena" standard for conveniences such as quick wake and long battery life. But beyond those important mandates, this Spin model has two other things going for it as an alternative to a Windows 2-in-1. First, at $629 at Best Buy, it's a bargain—in fact, it's cheaper than some rival convertible Chromebooks. (The HP Chromebook x360 14 G1 and Asus Chromebook Flip C436 cost about $800 as tested.) Second, like the recently reviewed Acer Swift 3, its 13.5-inch display has a squarer 3:2 rather than the more familiar 16:9 aspect ratio, giving you a taller view for text and web scrolling. Getting a 3:2 ratio in a touch-screen convertible is rare and makes the Spin 713 an appealing choice—in fact, our new Editors' Choice among premium Chromebooks, most of which cost more.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/24/2020
Rating: Total score: 90%
Source: Tech Advisor
Archive.org versionAcer has hit upon a winning formula with its latest Chromebook offering. The Spin 713 marries excellent components, powerful performance, that 3:2 display and futureproof connectivity with a sensible price.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/22/2020
Rating: Total score: 90%
Source: Android Central
Archive.org versionThis is the more functional Pixelbook I wish Google had made this year to replace the aging OG Pixelbook. It's not as dainty, but it's a laptop that you can trust for the long haul, whether you're using it for coding and Linux applications or you just want to bang out some emails and fall down the Reddit hole for a few hours. In an age of work-from-home, it's powerful enough to keep a full productivity suite going while on a video call, but it's still got that Chrome OS simplicity and security we depend on.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/17/2020
Rating: Total score: 100%
Source: Laptop Mag
Archive.org versionThere’s an awful lot to like about the Acer Chromebook Spin 713, no matter what you’re using it for. Avid writers will love the keyboard and extra screen real estate, while multimedia mavens will love the streaming capabilities of Google OS.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 08/17/2020
Rating: Total score: 90%
Source: The Verge
Archive.org versionIn short, some people thought 2020 might be the year of the premium Chromebook, the year companies proved that it was worth paying $1,000 for a nice Chrome OS device. The Spin 713 shows that, for the majority of us, it’s still not. 2020’s best Chromebook doesn’t look like a fancy, flashy, high-end machine — it looks like this.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/06/2020
Rating: Total score: 80%
Source: Chrome Unboxed
Archive.org versionIf you are on the fence, buy this Chromebook. If you are looking for a nicer machine with faster internals, buy this one. If you are trying to figure out if the savings are worth it over a Galaxy Chromebook or ASUS Flip C436, I’ll help you out: yes they are. This is without doubt my favorite Chromebook of 2020 because of all that you get for your money and how long it will likely last you. Functional, fast, and durable make for a compelling package all around and I’m glad to recommend anyone looking for those things in a Chromebook to go and buy the excellent Acer Chromebook Spin 713.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/20/2020
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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.
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.
i5-10210U: Comet Lake based low power quad-core processor (technically identical to Whiskey Lake and still produced in 14nm++). The CPU cores can clock between 1.6 and 4.2 GHz (all 4 cores 3.9 GHz max.) with HyperThreading (8 threads). The integrated memory controller supports LPDDR4-2933 and using cTDP up/down the performance can be adjusted by the OEM (10 - 25 Watt possible, 15W default). Compared to the faster i5-10510U, the level 3 cache was reduced from 8 to 6 MB.» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.
13.50":
There are hardly any tablets in this display size range anymore. For subnotebooks, on the other hand, it is the standard format.
The advantage of subnotebooks is that the entire laptop can be small and therefore easily portable. The smaller display also has the advantage of requiring less power, which further improves battery life and thus mobility. The disadvantage is that reading texts is more strenuous on the eyes. High resolutions are more likely to be found in standard laptops.
» 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.
90.15%: There are not very many models that are rated better. Most of the assessments are in percentage ranges below that. The tested product is not considered perfect, but the sources give a clear purchase recommendation.
» Further information can be found in our Notebook Purchase Guide.
