Acer Aspire 3 A314-23P-R3QA NX.KEKAA.001 Laptop | 14.0 inch HD IPS screen | AMD Ryzen 5 7520U Quad Core Processor | AMD Radeon Graphics Card | 8GB LPDDR5 | 11 home edition, silver
I bought this in March 2020. One thing I still don't understand is that companies require you to write a review as soon as you purchase an item, before you have a chance to rate it, use it, or test it.
Therefore any comment you make is wrong. Because if an item doesn't last long, is it worth it?
So here we are. Almost three years have passed. Yes it works.
The only thing I find annoying is that it does nothing.
We live in a world full of apps and more. This isn't my first computer purchase. So imagine my frustration when I opened it up and saw a completely blank screen with no programs.
We live in a world where these companies are always committed to giving less for more. Similar to a visit to the hairdresser, you will be charged for washing the hair as part of the package and for the styling effort.
also. Now they want you to pay for the computer and all applications separately. They call it progress. You want it to go faster. no.
You have to keep restarting it for your web browser to work. While using it, the screen will enter safe mode. Sometimes it freezes and you don't know why.
Constant notifications about Microsoft updates is a problem.
Is it still as effective as it was when you bought it? Yes. But I need to know which software I will use it for. Because I will get an error message that there is not enough space on the hard drive to run the program. characteristic.
It claims to be able to use multiple apps, split screen, etc. Well, you can run applications at the same time. But happiness comes and goes between them. I can't use anything from the Adobe Suite. Because there is not enough memory.
Many of the programs I have downloaded have usability issues, as well as space and memory issues. "Slow down" when the app is open.
This is the Microsoft Store Code. This is the biggest problem. Unless you download another full-featured program that runs primarily Microsoft, you can only use the "apps" they offer. This is a drawback and another reason not to buy this product.
If this is your computer buying lifestyle, you need to download the Google app to install the software on the computer you want to use. Years ago when they worked fine with Microsoft and they worked with Microsoft...just don't. Why do we have to deal with these complications?
Cell phones were built like computers. But now they are trying to make computers like mobile phones. It's not a great place and it just doesn't work.
I hate this software I need and use but can't use it. The things I don't want or need are right here. This makes it easy to deploy Microsoft software. But if you are in this world, you know that Microsoft is not able to cater to all kinds of computing needs. So if you buy one, be careful when buying.
Now that it's outdated too, I'd say it's not even worth the money they charge. Develop yourself and get your money's worth.
Yes, there are Chromebooks that let you use Google's main device for work. But they weren't much better. Because it does not allow you to add complete programs that you may also need. Nowadays, there seems to be nothing better than buying a computer.
Please pay attention to this when purchasing. Watch out for Aries. Pay attention to storage space. The number of USB ports. None of this matters. This one has three. I use them all.
And there is one more thing. Last year 2022 the power cord broke and can't be recharged. So I had to buy a replacement. Not very suitable. But she attacks. So I have to warn if the new plug doesn't come out after plugging it in.
So yes, it still works. Battery life is nowhere near 2-3 hours, even after many years of use. But I rarely use it unplugged because I've found most laptops won't work unplugged. They all promise great battery life until you test it.
If you are not connected, you will not get the most out of the apps you want. Everything slows down. Something I don't like. Even web browsers tend to suffer more when disconnected.
The sound from the speaker is in the mid frequency range. Not great, but not bad either. There are better things to listen to. But you are at work. It is not a touch screen. But I don't have to be one of them.
I bought it in 2020 for $343. If you buy it new today, it costs a few bucks more now, and it's old and old, that tells me a lot. These things should be a lot cheaper for what you get and what you don't get. Basically one step away from becoming obsolete.
The screen resolution is good. Amen. I bought an Acer. Because I buy more expensive brands and then receive bad ones. So I guess if I buy something that isn't premium, I don't want to pay premium for it.
In the end, people spend their money the way they see fit. So if you want it, do it. Find. But I won't.
- Useful design: The Aspire 3's thin and light design allows it to travel easily and look great.
- Out-of-the-box performance: Equipped with the latest AMD Ryzen 5 7520U processor with Radeon graphics, the Aspire 3 is perfect for the whole family where performance and productivity are the focus.
- Visually stunning: Enjoy crisp detail and vivid color on a 14.0-inch FHD IPS display with a 16:9 aspect ratio and narrow bezels.
- Internal specs: 8GB LPDDR5 RAM; 512GB NVMe SSD storage to store your files and media.
- The high-resolution front camera features Acer's Temporary Noise Reduction (TNR) technology for high-quality images in low-light conditions. Acer PurifiedVoice technology with AI noise cancellation filters out any extra audio for clear communication in online meetings.
- Wireless Wi-Fi 6 convenience: Maintain a strong, consistent wireless signal with Wi-Fi 6 (also known as 802.11ax) and 1x1 MIMO technology.
- Thermal improvements: 78% larger fan area, improved thermal conductivity and 17% higher heat capacity. Allows longer and more productive work days without the need for an electrical connection.
- Ports for all accessories: 1 - USB Type-C USB 3.2 Gen 2 (up to 10Gbps), DisplayPort over USB Type-C and USB Charging, 2 - USB 3.2 Gen 1, 1 - HDMI 2.1 with HDCP, 1 - Headphone/speaker jack/line out, DC to AC input adapter
- Box contents: Acer Aspire laptop, power adapter, power cable and bag.