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Prime Members: Acer Aspire 5 15.6" Slim Laptop: Ryzen 5 5500U, 1080p , 256GB SSD Expired

$390
$440.32
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Amazon has Acer Aspire 5 15.6" Slim Laptop (A515-45-R74Z) on sale for $389.99 valid for Amazon Prime Members only. Shipping is free.

Thanks to community member Suryasis for finding this deal

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Specs/Key Features
  • AMD Ryzen 5 5500U 2.1Ghz Hexa-Core Mobile Processor
  • 15.6" 1920x1080p 250-Nits IPS LED Backlit Display w/ 720p Webcam
  • 256GB M.2 PCIe NVMe Solid State Drive SSD
  • 8GB DDR4 RAM (3200Mhz; Onboard)
  • Intel AX200 WiFi 6 2x2 w/ Bluetooth 5.1
  • Backlit Keyboard
  • 3-Cell 48 WHr Battery
  • Windows 11 Home OS
    • Inputs:
      • 1x USB-A 2.0
      • 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1
      • 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (Data Only)
      • 1x HDMI 2.0
      • 1x Audio Combo Jack
      • 1x Barrel-Pin AC Power Port
      • 1x RJ-45
Warranty
  • Includes a standard manufacturers warranty w/ purchase

Editor's Notes & Price Research

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  • If you're looking for traditional/every day laptop, this is a good choice for the price/specs; this laptop typically runs in the $450+ price range
  • Product must be sold/shipped by Amazon
  • Product is eligible for return until January 31, 2023
  • Offer valid through October 12, 2022 or while promotional price/supplies last
Additional Notes
  • Please refer to the forum thread for additional details - Discombobulated
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Link: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09J1MXS2Z

Spec:
  • Windows 11 Home
  • 15.6" 1080p 250-nits IPS Display, 45% NTSC
  • Ryzen 5 5500U 6C/12T 2.1 GHz (4 GHz Boost, 11MB Cache)
  • 8GB DDR4 (Onboard) 3200 MHz Ram + Empty Slot (40GB Max)
  • 256GB M.2 PCIe NVMe SSD + 2.5" Bay
  • Backlit Keyboard
  • 720p Webcam
  • Intel AX200 Wi-Fi 6 2x2 + Bluetooth 5.1 + Gigabit Lan
  • Ports:
    • 1x USB-A 2.0
    • 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1
    • 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (Data Only)
    • 1x HDMI 2.0
    • 1x Audio Combo Jack
    • 1x Barrel-Pin AC Power Port
    • 1x RJ-45
  • 3 Cell 48 WHr Battery
  • 3.88 lbs
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Model: Acer Aspire 5 A515-45-R74Z Slim Laptop | 15.6" Full HD IPS | AMD Ryzen 5 5500U Hexa-Core Mobile Processor | AMD Radeon Graphics | 8GB DDR4 | 256GB NVMe SSD | WiFi 6 | Backlit KB | Windows 11 Home

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It is better than 11th Gen i5. For 12th gen, around i5-1235U. Around 15-20% slower in single core and 15 to 20% faster in multi core.
https://www.notebookcheck.net/R5-...596.0.html

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steelgtr
10-11-2022 at 08:29 AM.
10-11-2022 at 08:29 AM.
How does that processor compare to a similar intel? i5? etc
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10-11-2022 at 09:38 AM.

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10-11-2022 at 09:38 AM.
Quote from steelgtr :
How does that processor compare to a similar intel? i5? etc
It is better than 11th Gen i5. For 12th gen, around i5-1235U. Around 15-20% slower in single core and 15 to 20% faster in multi core.
https://www.notebookcheck.net/R5-...596.0.html

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10-11-2022 at 09:47 AM.
10-11-2022 at 09:47 AM.
Just purchased an open box Asus ZenBook (8gb ram soldered) with dedicated Nvidia GeForce MX450. Debating if I should return the Asus and grab this. Fact that ram is upgradeable is tempting me. But the integrated graphics card in the Asus...decisions decisions
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10-11-2022 at 11:03 AM.
10-11-2022 at 11:03 AM.
Quote from duran603 :
Just purchased an open box Asus ZenBook (8gb ram soldered) with dedicated Nvidia GeForce MX450. Debating if I should return the Asus and grab this. Fact that ram is upgradeable is tempting me. But the integrated graphics card in the Asus...decisions decisions
linky to that one?
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duran603
10-11-2022 at 11:11 AM.
10-11-2022 at 11:11 AM.
Quote from JustinB7539 :
linky to that one?

https://www.bestbuy.com/site/asus...pp_android
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JustinB7539
10-11-2022 at 11:15 AM.
10-11-2022 at 11:15 AM.
Ahh, open box. none in my area. Thanks, anyway.
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10-11-2022 at 12:42 PM.
10-11-2022 at 12:42 PM.
How much better is the MX450 compared to the integrated graphics on the Acer?
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10-11-2022 at 01:23 PM.
10-11-2022 at 01:23 PM.
Quote from NotLeviosAR :
How much better is the MX450 compared to the integrated graphics on the Acer?

it'll be better for gaming. simple as that. The integrated can push 720p-1080p low settings 30-60fps on most titles. The mx450 would probably run 1080p low-medium around 30-60fps
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10-11-2022 at 03:30 PM.
10-11-2022 at 03:30 PM.
I second the Best Buy open box shopping. I've purchased around 10 laptops that way over the years. Of course, you have to keep checking. Sale price of non open box version affects open box price. And then stock changes a lot.

Here's a laptop with very similar specs to OP. Main difference being 17" screen, brand is HP, no backlit keyboard. Slightly cheaper at $347 for open box excellent.

https://www.bestbuy.com/site/hp-17-3-laptop-amd-ryzen-5-8gb-memory-256gb-ssd-natural-silver/6456197.... [bestbuy.com]


And for what looks like a nice entry/mid level gaming laptop option - Dell G15 with a GTX 3050 and 110Hz screen for $443 open box excellent.

https://www.bestbuy.com/site/dell-g15-15-6-fhd-gaming-laptop-amd-ryzen-5-8gb-memory-nvidia-geforce-r... [bestbuy.com]

Just my personal picks if I wanted to pick up a laptop today for under $450 (in my area). Peace
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firelikeiya
10-11-2022 at 03:47 PM.
10-11-2022 at 03:47 PM.
Quote from ThatOneDood :
I second the Best Buy open box shopping. I've purchased around 10 laptops that way over the years. Of course, you have to keep checking. Sale price of non open box version affects open box price. And then stock changes a lot.

Here's a laptop with very similar specs to OP. Main difference being 17" screen, brand is HP, no backlit keyboard. Slightly cheaper at $347 for open box excellent.

https://www.bestbuy.com/site/hp-17-3-laptop-amd-ryzen-5-8gb-memory-256gb-ssd-natural-silver/6456197.... [bestbuy.com]


And for what looks like a nice entry/mid level gaming laptop option - Dell G15 with a GTX 3050 and 110Hz screen for $443 open box excellent.

https://www.bestbuy.com/site/dell-g15-15-6-fhd-gaming-laptop-amd-ryzen-5-8gb-memory-nvidia-geforce-r... [bestbuy.com]

Just my personal picks if I wanted to pick up a laptop today for under $450 (in my area). Peace
I'm out of the loop a bit. How would that gaming laptop be for a school laptop that would only be used at home?
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10-11-2022 at 04:03 PM.
10-11-2022 at 04:03 PM.
Quote from firelikeiya :
I'm out of the loop a bit. How would that gaming laptop be for a school laptop that would only be used at home?
If you don't need to carry it around, it's an excellent laptop. It has GTX3050 so more than capable of handling most games and graphic software. Best spec per price I've seen in a laptop if you can get the excellent condition one.

The big debate always is, do you want a laptop that you can carry around that can also game and do graphic work? Or do you actually need a gaming machine and a separate work laptop you can easily carry around.

I have an Acer Swift X which has similar specs but almost double the price. Big difference is the weight. Swift X is a beast of a machine considering its portability(3.31lbs) compared to the Dell G15(5.4lbs)
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10-11-2022 at 07:10 PM.
10-11-2022 at 07:10 PM.
Quote from duran603 :
Just purchased an open box Asus ZenBook (8gb ram soldered) with dedicated Nvidia GeForce MX450. Debating if I should return the Asus and grab this. Fact that ram is upgradeable is tempting me. But the integrated graphics card in the Asus...decisions decisions
I bought this one from Best Buy as well. I used it on a month-long work trip and the dedicated but efficient GPU really did well. The CPU is surprisingly powerful. I also bought a 2TB Inland NVMe to replace the 256GB drive. When mobile it's a good desktop replacement that also fits in my Macbook 13.3" cases.
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10-12-2022 at 02:08 AM.
10-12-2022 at 02:08 AM.
I see the screen is only 250 nits but it's IPS... if anyone has it please report back on your impression of the screen.
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