Acer 516 Chromebook (Refurb): i5-1240P, 16" 120Hz 1600p, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD $276 + Free Shipping
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My two cents for anyone looking to purchase this Chromebook:
Pros:
1) Bright big 16:10 screen
2) A bit mushy but very comfortable and quiet keyboard to type on
3) Bright RGB for keyboard...
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Got my refund today after sending the Chromebook back a week ago. Ebay acknowledged receipt of the device two days ago.
I really wish it had not arrived with both the Bluetooth and Wifi...
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This makes this the currently cheapest laptop for these specs for windows as well
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I bought mine and immediately installed windows 11 using https://coolstar.org/chromebook/windows-install.html.
Wasn't that hard, just had to remove the battery to disable the write protection to...
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No. The RAM is soldered to the mainboard. You can upgrade the SSD though.
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I haven't heard any noise at all -- the 714 is super quiet. Just put my ear to it and still don't hear a thing. Although the screen resolution on the 516 is amazing, the one on the 714 is perfectly...
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Can you add more ram to this?
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How is the fan noise on the Acer Spin 714 both in volume and pitch?
How is the screen resolution downgrade after having experienced the Acer 516 GE?
I assume you've put your ear to it...
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I understand this is a chomebook while the the other one is a Windows machine but the processor in this chromebook seems more powerful than the Ryzen. Any comments?...
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Thanks to the OP. My child is thrilled!:applause:
Can anyone recommend a hard protective case for this Chromebook's exterior clamshell? (not a sleeve or carrying case)
I haven't been able to...
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Returning mine as well. Received just an hour ago. Laptop is incredibly slow and apps are crashing left and right. My item wasn't repaired adequately it would seem... That's the risk you take with a...
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I am blown away with this product for the price, I mainly use this product to do stock trading and the screen real estate is insane. I never knew Chromebook was this good!!!
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I totally agree and had the exact same issues! I returned it and got the Acer Spin 714. I'm much happier and the smaller 14" screen is more portable: ...
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Ordered when $300. Beautiful machine in every way except:
* Quiet, high-pitched whine from back left corner like an AC charger failing.
* High-pitched fans.
Couldn't handle the sounds....
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Having Chinese characters are normal for acer oem chargers. Just return and rebuy at the same time, no need to wait for support and exchange. This is way faster.
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Arrived today. First impressions
1) looks brand new
2) charger is definitely not oem, has Chinese writing in it and doesn't seem to be a 65w brick.
3) screen looks incredible
4) turned up...
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Mine arrived today, and while it is great, I noticed the lower part of the shell has a nice U shape. The keyboard is noticeably bent. Less towards the screen and most right under the track pad. Is...
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$10 for audio and $20 for thunderbolt. I'd ask on their Discord to be sure: https://discord.com/invite/chrultrabook
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If you mean by installing Linux instead of chromeos, you usually need to hack it with some new bios or turn a screw. But even doing that doesn't mean the linux will fully supported the hardware. You...
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Would this be good for Linux?
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