A Detailed Review Of The Acer Chromebook 516 GE (2022) Laptop
The Acer Chromebook 516 GE (2022) is a 16-inch Chromebook optimized for cloud gaming. It comes with a choice of an Intel Core i5-1240P or Core i7-1260P CPU, offering up to 16GB of RAM and a maximum of 512GB storage (PCIe Gen 3).
Featuring a 120Hz QHD+ (2560 x 1600) IPS display, Wi-Fi 6E connectivity, and a 1080p webcam, it also includes one USB-A, two USB-Cs, a headphone jack, HDMI, and Ethernet ports. The USB-C ports support video output and charging but lack Thunderbolt 4 compatibility.
While the Acer Chromebook 516 GE doesn’t cater to gaming like traditional Windows laptops due to its reliance on integrated graphics, it’s specifically designed for cloud gaming services like NVIDIA GeForce NOW. Boasting a 120Hz display, a user-friendly keyboard, and efficient heat management even during heavy use, it is equipped with Wi-Fi 6E and an Ethernet port, crucial for optimal cloud gaming performance dependent on a stable internet connection. The Intel Iris Xe integrated GPU is adept at handling most games from the Google Play Store, though some titles may experience compatibility issues as they are designed for Android devices with ARM-based processors.
PROS
- 120Hz display with fast response time.
- Spacious keyboard.
- Quiet fans.
CONS
- No VRR support.
- Android game performance varies depending on the game.
- Cloud gaming performance is heavily dependent on an internet connection.
- Slow SSD.
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Acer Chromebook 516 GE (2022) Specs
| Type | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Laptop Type |
cloud gaming Chromebook | ||
| Basic Spec | |||
| CPU |
Intel Core i5-1240P (12 cores/16 threads, up to 4.40GHz, 12MB cache) Intel Core i7-1260P (12 cores/16 threads, up to 4.70GHz, 18MB cache) | Processor Model |
Intel Core i5-1240P |
| Chipset |
| GPU Model |
Intel Iris Xe (integrated) |
| Memory & Storage | |||
| RAM |
8GB, 16GB | Memory Type |
LP-DDR4X |
| Memory Speed |
| Memory Expandable |
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| Storage Type |
| HDD |
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| Rotational Speed |
| SSD/eMMC |
256GB PCIe Gen 3 512GB PCIe Gen 3 |
| Display | |||
| Display Size |
16 inches | Resolution |
IPS 2560 x 1600 120Hz Touchscreen |
| Panel Type |
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| Network | |||
| Ethernet |
| WiFi |
Wi-Fi 6E |
| Connectivity | |||
| Connectivity |
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| Software | |||
| OS |
Chrome | OS Ver |
Chrome OS |
| Battery | |||
| Battery |
9:41 | ||
| Size | |||
| Dimensions |
0.84 by 14 by 9.8 inches | Weight |
3.75 lbs |