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Refurbished Acer Aspire 14 AI Laptop: Ultra 5 226V, 14" FHD+ Touch, 16GB DDR5

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Acer via eBay has Acer Aspire 14 AI Laptop (Certified Refurbished, NX.JDJAA.001) for $444.99 - $89 when you apply coupon code LONGWKND20 (apply at checkout) = $355.99. Shipping is free.

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Note, product is a certified refurbished unit; has been inspected, tested and cleaned by a qualified refurbisher

Specs/Key Features:
  • Intel Core Ultra 5 Processor 226V 16GB 2.1 GHz (8MB Cache, up to 4.5 GHz, 8 cores, 8 Threads); Intel AI Boost NPU up to 40
  • 14" FHD+ (1920 x 1200, WUXGA+) 16:10, 60Hz, 300-nits, 45% NTSC, Anti-glare, Touch, IPS Display
  • Intel ARC 130V GPU
  • 16GB LPDDR5X 8533 MHz RAM
  • 1TB PCI Express NVMe 4.0 SSD
  • FHD 1080p Webcam
  • Wi-Fi 6E + BT 5.3
  • White Backlight Keyboard
  • 65 Whr Battery
  • 3.09 lbs.
  • Windows 11 Home OS
    • Ports:
      • 2x USB Type-C Ports - supporting USB4 (up to 40 Gbps), Thunderbolt 4 & USB Charging & Power Delivery (Up to 100W)
      • 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1
      • 1x HDMI 2.1
      • 1x 3.5 mm Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack

Editor's Notes

Written by Discombobulated | Staff
  • This offer matches a recent Frontpage Deal.
  • Offer valid through February 16, 2026 or while coupon savings/supplies last
  • Please see original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.
  • This item has a 2-year warranty serviced by Allstate

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Written by shivster1796
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Acer via eBay has Acer Aspire 14 AI Laptop (Certified Refurbished, NX.JDJAA.001) for $444.99 - $89 when you apply coupon code LONGWKND20 (apply at checkout) = $355.99. Shipping is free.

Thanks to community member shivster1796 for sharing this deal.

Note, product is a certified refurbished unit; has been inspected, tested and cleaned by a qualified refurbisher

Specs/Key Features:
  • Intel Core Ultra 5 Processor 226V 16GB 2.1 GHz (8MB Cache, up to 4.5 GHz, 8 cores, 8 Threads); Intel AI Boost NPU up to 40
  • 14" FHD+ (1920 x 1200, WUXGA+) 16:10, 60Hz, 300-nits, 45% NTSC, Anti-glare, Touch, IPS Display
  • Intel ARC 130V GPU
  • 16GB LPDDR5X 8533 MHz RAM
  • 1TB PCI Express NVMe 4.0 SSD
  • FHD 1080p Webcam
  • Wi-Fi 6E + BT 5.3
  • White Backlight Keyboard
  • 65 Whr Battery
  • 3.09 lbs.
  • Windows 11 Home OS
    • Ports:
      • 2x USB Type-C Ports - supporting USB4 (up to 40 Gbps), Thunderbolt 4 & USB Charging & Power Delivery (Up to 100W)
      • 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1
      • 1x HDMI 2.1
      • 1x 3.5 mm Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack

Editor's Notes

Written by Discombobulated | Staff
  • This offer matches a recent Frontpage Deal.
  • Offer valid through February 16, 2026 or while coupon savings/supplies last
  • Please see original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.
  • This item has a 2-year warranty serviced by Allstate

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essix
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For $350 its a steal, but youre not wrong with the flaw, as I bought this a month ago. The screen definitely is the weakest part, but its the same screen youll get on nearly every laptop under $600 with a few exclusions.
However, youre getting 16GB of fast LPDDR5, 1TB, basically the most efficient CPU for x86 windows/Linux and a GPU that can handle 1080p low-medium gaming without upscaling and do even more with XeSS 3 upscaling.
If you were to price out just the SSD and RAM (soldered, using SODIMM prices) it would already be $300 on their own right now. As for being a refurb, I bought this last month and there is like a 2CM scratch on the side, otherwise its like-new and without issue.
Personally I would recommend this to anyone that can deal with the screen quality in this price segment, if you cant, youll be waiting a few months for a better deal or paying like $200 more solely for a better screen.
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ChinaRider
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It's refurbished.

I have this laptop, bought it new for $500. I'm not a fan of refurbished electronics but if it's something you don't mind I'd say this is a great price for a budget laptop.

Main reason I bought it is because it's hard to find a laptop in this price range that charges via USB-C. I prefer not to have to lug around a wall wart charger in addition to my usual travel charger and cables.

I saw someone suggest the screen is dim, I would disagree, it seems fine to me once you turn off the Windows display setting that dims the screen automatically based on how much light the camera registers.

100% happy with my purchase at $500. Jump if you like refurbs...
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stevwang
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it's a great deal. at this price you're going to make some sacrifices. But for office work and school, this will be a strong work horse for many years.
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Community Reviews

This refurbished Acer Aspire 14 AI looks strongest as a budget work and school laptop with unusually good CPU, memory, and storage for the price. The Intel Ultra 5 226V, 16GB LPDDR5, and 1TB SSD get praised for fast, efficient performance, smooth multitasking, and even light 1080p gaming or multimedia use. USB C charging, cool and quiet operation, and a light, thin chassis add to the appeal. The main drawback is the display, which is repeatedly described as dim, dull, and only average, with some also noting a spongy keyboard and refurb cosmetic wear. A solid value if the screen is not the priority.

  • home users who want to multitask with lots of browser tabs because commenters reported it handles around 50 Chrome tabs easily (and even noted YouTube tabs are more demanding but still manageable).

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  • buyers who can tolerate a weaker display in exchange for strong CPU/RAM/storage value because multiple commenters said the screen is the weakest part but the laptop still offers 16GB LPDDR5 and 1TB SSD at a steal price for this segment.

    essixcobatts

  • office workers and students who want a budget "workhorse" laptop because commenters said it's a strong deal for office work and school, with expected tradeoffs at this price point.

    stevwang

  • travelers who hate carrying a wall charger because one commenter bought it mainly because it's hard to find a laptop in this price range that charges via USB-C, and they were happy with the purchase.

    ChinaRider

  • people who mainly do multimedia and everyday browsing on a 16GB machine because commenters said the specs are extremely nice for the price and it "absolutely kills it" for multimedia, with the main exception being the screen.

    cobatts

  • buyers who are very sensitive to refurb condition risk because commenters said refurbs can be a coin toss and that they were nervous about refurbished electronics even if the deal seemed good.

    david.n.wangedge929

  • users who expect the laptop to run heavy video workloads smoothly because one commenter said it can't handle ~50 YouTube tabs (and another noted video consumes more RAM than non-video tabs).

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  • people who care about personal-use screen quality (color accuracy/brightness) because commenters reported the touchscreen/display can be dim with poor accuracy and said it's fine for work but not for personal use.

    Peerless_Warrior

  • buyers who need a good display for media/pro work because one commenter called out 64% sRGB as poor for media consumption and said ~300 nits can be rough outdoors/strong lighting.

    Peerless_Warrior

  • people who want to buy without checking the screen in person because commenters said the in-store demo looked very poor (grainy/dirty sharpness) and advised checking the display yourself if you're doubtful.

    TealPickle9950

  • buyers who need consistently low RAM usage out of the box because one commenter reported RAM usage hitting ~90% with only a few apps and planned to return it.

    Herry29

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Feb 9, 2026 5:19 PM
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aejoseph5Feb 9, 2026 5:19 PM
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Seems like a good deal even though the ram can't be upgraded. Am I missing something?
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Feb 9, 2026 9:53 PM
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Herry29Feb 9, 2026 9:53 PM
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Quote from aejoseph5 View quoted comment :
Seems like a good deal even though the ram can't be upgraded. Am I missing something?
Wondering the same.
Feb 9, 2026 10:06 PM
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Peerless_WarriorFeb 9, 2026 10:06 PM
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Quote from aejoseph5 View quoted comment :
Seems like a good deal even though the ram can't be upgraded. Am I missing something?
Dim and bad screen. CPU is fine, but the display is core part of experience...fine for work but not something I'd use for personal usage. 60hz, poor accuracy and dim. Trifecta.
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Feb 10, 2026 12:35 AM
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SteveBruinFeb 10, 2026 12:35 AM
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Quote from aejoseph5 View quoted comment :
Seems like a good deal even though the ram can't be upgraded. Am I missing something?

it's a great deal. at this price you're going to make some sacrifices. But for office work and school, this will be a strong work horse for many years.
Feb 10, 2026 1:01 AM
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ChinaRiderFeb 10, 2026 1:01 AM
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Quote from aejoseph5 View quoted comment :
Seems like a good deal even though the ram can't be upgraded. Am I missing something?
It's refurbished.

I have this laptop, bought it new for $500. I'm not a fan of refurbished electronics but if it's something you don't mind I'd say this is a great price for a budget laptop.

Main reason I bought it is because it's hard to find a laptop in this price range that charges via USB-C. I prefer not to have to lug around a wall wart charger in addition to my usual travel charger and cables.

I saw someone suggest the screen is dim, I would disagree, it seems fine to me once you turn off the Windows display setting that dims the screen automatically based on how much light the camera registers.

100% happy with my purchase at $500. Jump if you like refurbs...
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Feb 10, 2026 1:38 AM
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veyveyFeb 10, 2026 1:38 AM
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Quote from Peerless_Warrior View quoted comment :
Dim and bad screen. CPU is fine, but the display is core part of experience...fine for work but not something I'd use for personal usage. 60hz, poor accuracy and dim. Trifecta.
I wouldn't say cpu is just fine I would say it is good bc that is the best part of the laptop by far.Basically the lowest power x86 chip on the market and a solid igpu comparable to most gaming handhelds
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Feb 10, 2026 2:19 AM
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essixFeb 10, 2026 2:19 AM
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Quote from Peerless_Warrior View quoted comment :
Dim and bad screen. CPU is fine, but the display is core part of experience...fine for work but not something I'd use for personal usage. 60hz, poor accuracy and dim. Trifecta.
For $350 its a steal, but youre not wrong with the flaw, as I bought this a month ago. The screen definitely is the weakest part, but its the same screen youll get on nearly every laptop under $600 with a few exclusions.
However, youre getting 16GB of fast LPDDR5, 1TB, basically the most efficient CPU for x86 windows/Linux and a GPU that can handle 1080p low-medium gaming without upscaling and do even more with XeSS 3 upscaling.
If you were to price out just the SSD and RAM (soldered, using SODIMM prices) it would already be $300 on their own right now. As for being a refurb, I bought this last month and there is like a 2CM scratch on the side, otherwise its like-new and without issue.
Personally I would recommend this to anyone that can deal with the screen quality in this price segment, if you cant, youll be waiting a few months for a better deal or paying like $200 more solely for a better screen.
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Feb 10, 2026 3:58 AM
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FairCable4794Feb 10, 2026 3:58 AM
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Quote from Peerless_Warrior View quoted comment :
Dim and bad screen. CPU is fine, but the display is core part of experience...fine for work but not something I'd use for personal usage. 60hz, poor accuracy and dim. Trifecta.
Its decent screen B grade for 300s. Beautiful screen when you saturation to 65-75% and 75% sharpness. Stock 50% saturation is on dull.

Plus acer outlet has A grade 1800p OLED for 300s with older cpu
Did you adjust the display setting? It like a saying a $400 TV is bad, based on stock setting
Feb 10, 2026 4:00 AM
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FairCable4794Feb 10, 2026 4:00 AM
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Quote from aejoseph5 View quoted comment :
Seems like a good deal even though the ram can't be upgraded. Am I missing something?
Ram is solder on chip, ultra fast and efficient. Mean it feels like 20-24gb due to ram compression and speed. Opening up 50 chrome web tabs is easy on this laptop
Feb 10, 2026 4:03 AM
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nickelFeb 10, 2026 4:03 AM
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Quote from Peerless_Warrior View quoted comment :
Dim and bad screen. CPU is fine, but the display is core part of experience...fine for work but not something I'd use for personal usage. 60hz, poor accuracy and dim. Trifecta.
if you're going to use this plugged into a monitor. is that a better deal? then you don't have to deal with the bad screen?
Feb 10, 2026 6:02 AM
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jcyoun33Feb 10, 2026 6:02 AM
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Lame that the coupon is after tax. My total is still $400. In Washington here.
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Feb 10, 2026 12:53 PM
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aviles1181Feb 10, 2026 12:53 PM
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What a great deal
Feb 10, 2026 1:22 PM
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NikonShrFeb 10, 2026 1:22 PM
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Get dat...super sweet!
Feb 10, 2026 1:44 PM
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jdixonFeb 10, 2026 1:44 PM
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Quote from Peerless_Warrior View quoted comment :
Dim and bad screen. CPU is fine, but the display is core part of experience...fine for work but not something I'd use for personal usage. 60hz, poor accuracy and dim. Trifecta.
Are you just going off of specs or do you have direct experience with this model? Doing a quick check, these display specs are standard in the $600 and less price range.

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Feb 10, 2026 1:58 PM
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itsbFeb 10, 2026 1:58 PM
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I want to do some simple home movies with my drone and insta360. Is something like this beefy enough? I rarely use personal computers these days so I'm trying avoid something more expensive like a MacBook

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