Key Specifications
According to information from retailers and Acer’s official product pages, the Acer Aspire Lite 16 (model number AL16-51P or NX.KWZEA.001) has the following specifications:
- Processor: Intel® Core™ i5-1235U (12th Gen) with 10 cores (2 performance, 8 efficient) and speeds up to 4.40 GHz.
- Memory: 8GB DDR5 SDRAM (single stick, upgradeable to a maximum of 32GB across two slots).
- Storage: 512GB M.2 PCIe NVMe SSD.
- Display: 16-inch WUXGA (1920 x 1200) IPS anti-glare display with a 16:10 aspect ratio and 60Hz refresh rate.
- Graphics: Integrated Intel® Iris® Xe Graphics (operates as Intel UHD Graphics with single-channel memory).
- Operating System: Windows 11 Home (64-bit).
- Design: Ultra-slim, steel or iron grey chassis, weighing around 1.7 kg.
- Battery Life: Up to 10.5 hours of usage on a single charge, according to manufacturer estimates.
- Connectivity: Features Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.1, one USB Type-C port (with power delivery and DisplayPort support), three USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports, HDMI 1.4, and a microSD card reader.
User and Expert Opinions
Reviews for the Acer Aspire Lite 16 emphasize its solid performance for everyday tasks and value for money.
- Performance: The Core i5-1235U processor and 8GB of DDR5 RAM provide reliable performance for multitasking, work, and light entertainment, without experiencing significant lag or crashes during standard use.
- Display Quality: The 16″ WUXGA IPS display is praised for its size, sharp visuals, and vibrant, consistent colors from various viewing angles, making it suitable for streaming and productivity.
- Portability: Users appreciate the laptop’s “surprisingly thin” and lightweight design for a 16-inch model, enhancing its portability for students and professionals on the go.
- Build Quality: The aluminum chassis contributes to its durability and offers a premium look and feel.
- Potential Drawback: One user noted the charging speed was moderate, taking around 3 hours for a full charge, which was slower than expected with the USB-C charger. The 8GB RAM is a single stick configuration, meaning an upgrade would be required to leverage dual-channel memory performance.
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