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May 18, 2026 1:55 PM

Refurb: Acer Aspire 14 Laptop: 14" 1200p, Ultra 9 288V, 32GB RAM, 1TB SSD

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Acer via eBay has Acer Aspire 14 Laptop (A14-52MT-94H5-US / NX.JK7AA.003, Certified - Refurbished) on sale for $777.99 - 20% with coupon code LONGWEEKEND at checkout = $622.39. Shipping is free.

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  • Note: This item has a 2-year warranty serviced by Allstate.
Details:
  • 14" 1920x1200 60Hz WUXGA IPS Display
  • Intel Core Ultra 9 288V 8 Core Processor
  • Intel Arc 140V Integrated Graphics
  • 32GB LPDDR5X 8533 MHz
  • 1TB M.2 PCIe Gen 4 NVMe Solid State Drive
  • 802.11ax WiFi + Bluetooth 5.3 or above
  • White Backlight Keyboard,
  • Windows 11 Home
  • Ports:
    • 1x HDMI
    • 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A Ports
    • 2x USB4 Type-C
    • 1x Gigabit Ethernet
  • 65 Wh Battery

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Please see the original post for additional details & refer to the comments below for discussion.

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Update: This popular deal is still available.

Acer via eBay has Acer Aspire 14 Laptop (A14-52MT-94H5-US / NX.JK7AA.003, Certified - Refurbished) on sale for $777.99 - 20% with coupon code LONGWEEKEND at checkout = $622.39. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Community Member Dr.W for sharing this deal.
  • Note: This item has a 2-year warranty serviced by Allstate.
Details:
  • 14" 1920x1200 60Hz WUXGA IPS Display
  • Intel Core Ultra 9 288V 8 Core Processor
  • Intel Arc 140V Integrated Graphics
  • 32GB LPDDR5X 8533 MHz
  • 1TB M.2 PCIe Gen 4 NVMe Solid State Drive
  • 802.11ax WiFi + Bluetooth 5.3 or above
  • White Backlight Keyboard,
  • Windows 11 Home
  • Ports:
    • 1x HDMI
    • 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A Ports
    • 2x USB4 Type-C
    • 1x Gigabit Ethernet
  • 65 Wh Battery

Editor's Notes

Written by Neo45 | Staff
Please see the original post for additional details & refer to the comments below for discussion.

Original Post

Written by Dr.W

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embj
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Was tempted but not sure I'd trust it...bunch of reviews of it from Costco say the screen blanks out: https://www.costco.com/.product.4000354774.html
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ThriftyCrow6890
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Windows and Mac are not the same thing. Most users are not cross shopping OS.
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mrgamers
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Why would it last only 2 years?
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Community Reviews

This Aspire 14 AI looks like a strong spec for the money, with an Intel Ultra 9, 32GB of memory, a 1TB SSD, and a 14 inch FHD plus IPS panel. The screen is described as decent but not a standout, with better results after raising saturation, and the USB4 ports make it workable with a dock and external monitors. The main concerns are Acer build quality and longevity, especially hinge wear and reports of the screen blanking out. Pricing also looks less compelling than earlier $450 offers, so it fits best as a capable workhorse if the display and lifespan tradeoffs are acceptable.

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  • The 14-inch IPS panel is the main weak point: it is described as only so-so at default settings and not that great overall. Increasing saturation can improve it, and it is still usable as a workhorse with a docking station and external monitors.

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  • Light use can last 6-8 years, but heavy use and travel can shorten it to about 2-4 years before hinge or other major parts need replacement. Acer consumer models are also estimated around 3-4 years on average, so longevity depends heavily on how hard it is used.

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  • It has 2 x USB4 Type-C ports, which can handle external display output. Thunderbolt 4 is still the more capable standard, but USB4 is enough for at least one monitor and docking use.

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  • The current $622.39 price is viewed as high compared with prior pricing around $450 in December and January. At that earlier price it was considered a better buy, while at this price it is still seen as a decent basic laptop but less compelling.

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May 18, 2026 3:22 PM
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mrgamersMay 18, 2026 3:22 PM
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Anyone have this laptop? Is this good for the price?
May 18, 2026 3:33 PM
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cclippaxMay 18, 2026 3:33 PM
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Quote from mrgamers View quoted comment :
Anyone have this laptop? Is this good for the price?
I do not have this exact model of Acer laptop, but the specs are good for the price. In my opinion Acer laptops are more ergonomic than Lenovo/Dell analogs, but they typically break right after 2 years mark. The specs for this laptop are good, but considering it will last only 2 years, I would rather pay double the price and have a MacBook Air that will last me more than 4 years and will retain better resale/trade-in value.
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May 18, 2026 3:34 PM
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novasianMay 18, 2026 3:34 PM
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Tempting

Would be good to run Proxmox on it?
May 18, 2026 4:46 PM
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mrgamersMay 18, 2026 4:46 PM
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Quote from cclippax View quoted comment :
I do not have this exact model of Acer laptop, but the specs are good for the price. In my opinion Acer laptops are more ergonomic than Lenovo/Dell analogs, but they typically break right after 2 years mark. The specs for this laptop are good, but considering it will last only 2 years, I would rather pay double the price and have a MacBook Air that will last me more than 4 years and will retain better resale/trade-in value.
Why would it last only 2 years?
May 18, 2026 5:55 PM
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May 18, 2026 9:29 PM
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GlowinglightMay 18, 2026 9:29 PM
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Believe it is 400nit screen and 100% sRGB which is pretty good. Recent Intel chip as well.
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May 18, 2026 9:30 PM
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Quote from cclippax View quoted comment :
I do not have this exact model of Acer laptop, but the specs are good for the price. In my opinion Acer laptops are more ergonomic than Lenovo/Dell analogs, but they typically break right after 2 years mark. The specs for this laptop are good, but considering it will last only 2 years, I would rather pay double the price and have a MacBook Air that will last me more than 4 years and will retain better resale/trade-in value.
Windows and Mac are not the same thing. Most users are not cross shopping OS.
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May 19, 2026 7:07 AM
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embjMay 19, 2026 7:07 AM
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Was tempted but not sure I'd trust it...bunch of reviews of it from Costco say the screen blanks out: https://www.costco.com/.product.4000354774.html
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May 19, 2026 11:43 AM
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davidgfcxcMay 19, 2026 11:43 AM
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So close. No OLED Frown
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May 19, 2026 10:25 PM
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novasianMay 19, 2026 10:25 PM
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Does this have better build (premium, all aluminum) than the Swift Go series?
May 19, 2026 11:32 PM
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SanFranciscoDealsMay 19, 2026 11:32 PM
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Quote from novasian View quoted comment :
Does this have better build (premium, all aluminum) than the Swift Go series?
No, the aspire series is lower in material quality
May 19, 2026 11:52 PM
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SlickHerring6682May 19, 2026 11:52 PM
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Quote from SanFranciscoDeals View quoted comment :
No, the aspire series is lower in material quality
Screen is also not that great. IPS, returned last month when it was 577$ with taxes.
May 21, 2026 6:26 AM
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slofat1May 21, 2026 6:26 AM
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A Refurb Acer going for $622.. crazy times. Hope the AI bubble pops soon, its getting super annoying.
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May 21, 2026 6:28 AM
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AoeRORMay 21, 2026 6:28 AM
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What is "2 x USB4 Type-C"? How is it comparing to USB type-C thunderbolt 4 on Dell laptops?
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May 21, 2026 6:58 AM
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NeatCable281May 21, 2026 6:58 AM
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Quote from slofat1 View quoted comment :
A Refurb Acer going for $622.. crazy times. Hope the AI bubble pops soon, its getting super annoying.
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