CES 2021: Acer launches 144 Hz 4K G-Sync Predator XB323QK Monitor & Nitro XV282K KV, Predator XB273U NX monitors
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CES 2021: Acer launches 144 Hz 4K G-Sync Predator XB323QK Monitor & Nitro XV282K KV, Predator XB273U NX monitors

As part of CES 2021, Acer has launched three new monitors. It is not a terribly exciting launch because they had already announced two of them, but now we know the price and month of release. All these new monitors will be launched in May, so a few months for you to save up. Acer…

Acer introduces ConceptD 300 PC with GeForce RTX 3070, ConceptD 7 Notebooks get 10th Gen Intel Core processors
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Acer introduces ConceptD 300 PC with GeForce RTX 3070, ConceptD 7 Notebooks get 10th Gen Intel Core processors

Today, Acer refreshed their ConceptD range of devices during their next@acer global press conference. These are premium devices aimed at the creative market which are designed to be both aesthetically pleasing while having the powerful enough to handle creative work such as rendering and 3D modelling. ConceptD 300 – 18L case with GeForce RTX 3070…

6 New Acer Predator and Nitro Monitors Launched including curved 3440×1440 Predator X34 GS running at 180 Hz
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6 New Acer Predator and Nitro Monitors Launched including curved 3440×1440 Predator X34 GS running at 180 Hz

I have to admit it is hard to keep up with all the monitor options on the market, even just one brand as Acer is hard. Do they really need to launch 6 monitors? Predator X34 GS I am a big fan of ultra-wide gaming, Acer already has two 3440×1440 displays on the market, proving…

Acer Swift & Spin Series updates with Intel Core i5-1130G7 & i7-1185G7 CPUs with Iris Xe graphics. Acer Aspire to be one of the first GeForce MX450 based laptops
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Acer Swift & Spin Series updates with Intel Core i5-1130G7 & i7-1185G7 CPUs with Iris Xe graphics. Acer Aspire to be one of the first GeForce MX450 based laptops

Continuing the massive list of new products being launched by Acer at their next@acer global press conference. Acer has updated its consumer range of laptops including the Swift, Spin and Aspire series. Iris Xe Max discrete GPUs on Core i5-1130G7 and the Core i7-1185G7 Perhaps the highlight of the new announcement is the inclusion of…

Acer Spin 7 first laptop with Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 5G Windows on Arm Notebook Launched with 24 Hour Battery Life
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Acer Spin 7 first laptop with Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx Gen 2 5G Windows on Arm Notebook Launched with 24 Hour Battery Life

Qualcomm Snapdragon / Arm powered Windows laptops have been around for a few years now, but struggled to gain much traction. The first few iterations were bogged down with performance and compatibility problems. I reviewed the HP Envy X2 a couple of years ago, and while it was good, there were a lot of problems….

Acer Chromebook 714 Review – A solid choice for a student laptop – Be aware of US & UK differences
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Acer Chromebook 714 Review – A solid choice for a student laptop – Be aware of US & UK differences

I don’t often cover Chromebooks, the last time being the Dell Chromebook 11, which I had forgotten about until writing this. I have become a bit of a convert since using this, with it being well made, quick to load and login, a superb battery and plenty of performance to handle all the apps I…

Acer Predator Triton 300 Review – An affordable RTX 2070 gaming laptop – PT315-52
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Acer Predator Triton 300 Review – An affordable RTX 2070 gaming laptop – PT315-52

I have previously reviewed the Acer Predator Triton 500 and Triton 900 last year. Acer has now loaned me the attractively priced Acer Predator Triton 300 which has recently been updated with the latest i7-10750H and features the RTX 2070 MaxQ. It is about the cheapest laptop you can find with this specification, but have…

Acer Chromebook Spin 713 Announced – Premium convertible based on project Athena (CP713-2W)

Acer Chromebook Spin 713 Announced – Premium convertible based on project Athena (CP713-2W)

The latest Chromebook from Acer is a premium convertible with two variations, one for students (CP713-2W) and the other an enterprise orientated model. The new Chromebook uses the 10th Gen Intel Core processors that deliver the latest in connectivity, productivity, performance and platform stability, designed to enable the superior productivity and performance that businesses need…

Acer Swift 5 2020 update – Less than 1 Kg with discrete Nvidia GeForce MX350 GPU for under £1k
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Acer Swift 5 2020 update – Less than 1 Kg with discrete Nvidia GeForce MX350 GPU for under £1k

The Acer Swift 5 has been one of the lightest laptops on the market for the past few years, and I think it is one of the best alternatives to the extremely popular Dell XPS 13. Today, Acer has updated the laptop to be even better than ever with the inclusion of the latest discrete…

Acer Predator Helios, Triton & Nitro Gaming Laptops get upgraded with 10th gen Comet Lake CPUs & up to GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER GPU options – next@acer GPC
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Acer Predator Helios, Triton & Nitro Gaming Laptops get upgraded with 10th gen Comet Lake CPUs & up to GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER GPU options – next@acer GPC

Today, Acer have held the annual next@acer global press conference, announcing multiple new laptops and pieces of hardware. First up is the update of all their main gaming laptops. This includes high-performance Helios 700, powerful Helios 300, sleek Triton 300 and refined Nitro 7. They are all being updated with the current 10th Gen Intel…

Acer Swift 5 Review (2020)  – A Dell XPS 13 alternative that is lighter & cheaper with the Intel Core i5-1035G1
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Acer Swift 5 Review (2020) – A Dell XPS 13 alternative that is lighter & cheaper with the Intel Core i5-1035G1

I reviewed the Acer Swift 5 back in 2018, so this review is much the same but with upgraded hardware and a new lower price point. The Acer Swift 5 remains one of the lightest laptops on the market with a listed weight of just 990g up a touch since my last review. The last…

Acer announces massive expensive monitors: 55-inch 4K OLED Predator CG552K & £2.8k 32″ 4K Predator X32
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Acer announces massive expensive monitors: 55-inch 4K OLED Predator CG552K & £2.8k 32″ 4K Predator X32

It looks like the trend for 27-inch monitors may be moving on. As part of CES 2020, Acer has announced three new Predator gaming monitors ranging from 32-inches to a monster 55-inch 4K OLED display. Predator CG552K 55-inch OLED Gaming Monitor The Nvidia Big Format Gaming Displays were announced 2 years ago, since then only…