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== | {{Infobox computing device | ||
| name = Acer Aspire Vero 15 (2022) | |||
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| release date = {{Start date and age|2022|01|df=yes|br=y}} | |||
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| os = [[Windows 11 Home]]<br> | |||
(Can be configured with [[Windows 11 Pro]]) | |||
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| cpu = [[Intel Core i5-1235U]] <br/>[[Intel Core i7-1255U]] | |||
| memory = 8 or 16 GB DDR4 | |||
| memory slots = 2 user accessible | |||
| storage = 256 GB, 512 GB, or 1 TB M.2 NVMe SSD | |||
| storage slots = 2 user accessible | |||
| memory card = [[SD Card Reader]] | |||
| camera = '''Front:''' 720p with dual microphone<br/> | |||
| display = '''[[Screen Size|Screen size]]''': 15.6 inch <br/>'''[[Panel Type|Panel type]]''': [[IPS]] <br/>'''[[Coating]]''': Matte (anti-glare)<br>'''[[Resolution]]''': 1920 x 1080 <br/>'''[[Pixel density|PPI]]''': 141 <br/>'''[[Aspect Ratio|Aspect ratio]]''': 16:9 <br/>'''Refresh Rate|Refresh rate]]''': 60 Hz <br/>'''Brightness|Brightness]]''': 300 Nits <br/>'''Contrast Ratio|Contrast ratio]]''': 1000:1<br>'''Color Gamut|sRGB]]''': 100 % <br/>'''Color Gamut|Adobe RGB]]''': 72 % <br/>'''Color Gamut|P3]]''': 75 %<br>'''Screen-to-body ratio''': 82 % | |||
| graphics = [[Intel Iris Xe Graphics]] | |||
| sound = 2 x 2 W stereo speakers | |||
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| controllers = | |||
| touchpad = Mylar, {{convert|4.1|in|cm}} x {{convert|3.1|in|cm}} | |||
| connectivity = Intel AX201 [[WiFi]] 6<br>[[Bluetooth]] 5.1<br>2 x [[USB]] 3.2 Gen 1 ([[Type-A]])<br>1 x [[USB]] 3.2 Gen 1 ([[Type-C]])<br>1 x [[HDMI]] 2.0<br>1 x [[Ethernet]] (1 Gbps)<br>1 x [[3.5mm headphone/microphone jack]]<br> | |||
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| dimensions = '''W''': {{convert|14.3|in|cm}} <br/>'''D''': {{convert|9.4|in|cm}} <br/>'''H''': {{convert|0.7|in|cm}} | |||
| battery = 3 cell Li-Polymer 48 Wh | |||
| weight = {{convert|3.9|lbs|kg}} | |||
| weight of power brick = 65W slim 3-pin proprietary AC adapter (US) | |||
| number pad = Full size | |||
| chassis = '''Color''': Cobblestone grey<br>'''Materials''': Recycled plastic lid; Polycarbonate palm rest, sides and bottom cover<br>'''Cooling''': 1 x 4000 RPM fan | |||
| keyboard lighting color = Single zone white backlit, black (US)<br>Standard full size layout | |||
| fingerprint reader = Yes | |||
| facial recognition = No | |||
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| website = [https://www.acer.com/us-en/laptops/aspire/aspire-vero/pdp/NX.AYCAA.006 Acer] | |||
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The '''Acer Aspire Vero 15 (2022)''' is a mid-range laptop designed with a focus on sustainability, featuring Intel 12th gen U series mobile processors and integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics. Available configurations vary by store and location.<ref name="specs">{{cite web |url=https://www.acer.com/us-en/laptops/aspire/aspire-vero/pdp/NX.AYCAA.006 |title=Acer Aspire Vero 15 (2022) Specifications |publisher=Acer}}</ref> The Aspire Vero 15 is positioned as an eco-friendly option within Acer's Aspire lineup, utilizing recycled materials in its construction.<ref name="acer">{{cite web |url=https://www.acer.com/us-en/laptops/aspire/aspire-vero/pdp/NX.AYCAA.006 |title=Acer Aspire Vero 15 |publisher=Acer}}</ref> | |||
== | == Primary Hardware == | ||
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=== [[Central Processing Unit (CPU)|Processor]] === | |||
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 (2022) can come with the following processors<ref name="specs" />: | |||
*[[Intel Core i5-1235U]] with 10 cores (2 [[Performance Cores|P-cores]] + 8 [[Efficiency cores|E-cores]]) and 12 threads, 12 [[Bytes|MB]] cache and a max frequency of 4.4 [[Clock Speed|Ghz]] for P-cores and 3.3 Ghz for E-cores. | |||
*[[Intel Core i7-1255U]] with 10 cores (2 P-cores + 8 E-cores) and 12 threads, 12 MB cache and max frequency of 4.7 Ghz for P-cores and 3.5 Ghz for E-cores. | |||
Acer supplies the processors with sufficient power and cooling for CPU-intensive tasks resulting in average performance compared to other laptops with the same processors. In CPU-only tasks, SKUs with the i5-1235U and i7-1255U perform as expected.<ref name=":0">{{cite web |url=https://www.techradar.com/reviews/acer-aspire-vero-15-2022-review |title=Acer Aspire Vero 15 (2022) Review |publisher=TechRadar}}</ref><ref name="notebookcheck1">{{cite web |url=https://www.notebookcheck.net/Acer-Aspire-Vero-15-2022-laptop-review-Sustainable-and-stylish.656404.0.html |title=Acer Aspire Vero 15 (2022) laptop review: Sustainable and stylish |publisher=Notebookcheck}}</ref> Performance sustainability is good but not perfect, with all processors losing about 5% performance in long stress tests.<ref name="notebookcheck1" /> | |||
Lenovo also supplies the processor with sufficient power in mixed CPU and GPU tasks like gaming leading to noticeably better performance than competitors with the same configurations. In particular, the SKU with i7-1255U performs better than most other laptops with this configuration and is only 10% behind the Pro 5i with i9-14900HX and RTX 4070.<ref name="notebookcheck2" /> | |||
All SKUs lose a significant amount of CPU performance when running on the battery.<ref name="notebookcheck1" /> | |||
'''Benchmarks''': | |||
*Cinebench R23: | |||
** i5-1235U: ~1500 pts (single-core), ~8000 pts (multi-core)<ref name=":1">{{cite web |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NM5v0HPqOsM |title=Still Great!! - - 2024 Lenovo Legion Pro 5i ( Gen 9 ) |publisher=TechGuyBeau}}</ref> | |||
** i7-1255U: ~1600 pts (single-core), ~9000 pts (multi-core)<ref name="notebookcheck2" /> | |||
=== [[Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)|Graphics]] === | |||
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 (2022) ships with integrated [[Intel Iris Xe Graphics]]<ref name="specs" />. | |||
The integrated Intel Iris Xe Graphics provides sufficient performance for everyday tasks and light gaming. However, it is not suitable for demanding gaming or heavy graphical workloads. In GPU-only benchmarks, the performance is average compared to other laptops with the same integrated graphics.<ref name="notebookcheck1" /> | |||
In gaming, the performance is limited, and the laptop struggles with modern titles at high settings. It is more suited for older or less demanding games.<ref name="notebookcheck1" /> | |||
All SKUs lose a significant amount of graphics performance when running on the battery.<ref name="notebookcheck1" /> | |||
'''Benchmarks'''<ref name="notebookcheck2" /><ref name="notebookcheck1" />: | |||
*3D Mark TimeSpy 2560 x 1440: | |||
** Intel Iris Xe: ~1500 pts | |||
*3D Mark Fire Strike 1920 x 1080: | |||
** Intel Iris Xe: ~5000 pts | |||
*The Witcher 3 1920 x 1080 Ultra HBAO+: | |||
** i7-1255U and Intel Iris Xe: ~30 fps | |||
=== [[Random Access Memory (RAM)|Memory]] === | |||
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 (2022) supports a maximum of 2 SO-DIMM sticks and the 12th Generation Intel U processors support up to 64 GB DDR4-3200Mhz memory.<ref name="specs" /> | |||
Pre-configured SKUs come with either 8 GB or 16 GB DDR4-3200 Memory. These sticks perform identically even when paired with different CPUs.<ref name="notebookcheck2" /> | |||
'''Benchmarks'''<ref name="notebookcheck2" />: | |||
* AIDA64 Memory Copy: ~35000 MB/s | |||
=== [[Storage]] === | |||
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 (2022) can ship with 256 GB, 512 GB, or 1 TB M.2 NVMe [[Solid State Drive|SSD]] depending on the seller. The OEM SSD only uses 1 slot in all configurations leaving the other slot open for upgrades. | |||
Reviews of the i7-1255U SKU note that it came with the [[Western Digital]] SN530 512 GB SSD which is an OEM version of the popular SN550. This SSD provides decent performance but is not the fastest in its class.<ref name="notebookcheck1" /><ref name="notebookcheck2" /> | |||
'''Benchmarks''':<ref name="notebookcheck2" /> | |||
* CrystalDiskMark 8: | |||
** SEQ1M Q8T1 (Sequential 1MB blocks): ~3500 MB/s (read), ~3000 MB/s (write) | |||
** RND4K Q1T1 (Random 4 KB blocks): ~50 MB/s (read), ~150 MB/s (write) | |||
=== Co-processors === | |||
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 (2022) does not have a dedicated NPU to accelerate AI applications.<ref name="specs" /> | |||
== Input Devices == | |||
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=== [[Keyboard]] === | |||
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 (2022) comes with a standard keyboard layout with full size number pad and full size arrow keys. The keyboard offers 1.4 mm travel and 0.2 mm pitch. The white backlight has a single zone. The Fn + F keys can be used to switch between the three performance modes - Quiet, Balanced and Performance.<ref name="notebookcheck1" /><ref name="notebookcheck2" /> | |||
The typing experience is average with decent feedback. The keyboard is comfortable for typing but lacks the deeper travel and stronger feedback found in higher-end models.<ref name="predecessor">{{cite web |url=https://www.notebookcheck.net/Acer-Aspire-Vero-15-2022-laptop-review-Sustainable-and-stylish.656404.0.html |title=Acer Aspire Vero 15 2022 Review |publisher=NotebookCheck}}</ref> | |||
=== [[Touchpad]] === | |||
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 (2022) comes with a Mylar plastic clickpad that measures {{convert|4.1|in|cm}} x {{convert|3.1|in|cm}}.<ref name="notebookcheck1" /> | |||
The touchpad is smaller than the ones in competitors but is spacious enough for simple tasks. The clicking is shallow and lacks enough feedback.<ref name="notebookcheck1" /> | |||
=== [[Webcam]] === | |||
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 (2022) comes with a 720p webcam with an electronic shutter and no IR options.<ref name="notebookcheck1" /> | |||
The webcam has poor color accuracy with a minimum [[Color Accuracy|DeltaE]] of 2.31 and a maximum DeltaE of 17.75.<ref name="notebookcheck1" /> The webcam looks soft but is much sharper than 720p webcams that used to be common a few years back. The clarity is adequate for casual calls. There is a physical kill switch on the right side that disconnects the webcam from the laptop.<ref name=":0" /> | |||
=== [[Microphone]] === | |||
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 (2022) comes with a dual microphone array.<ref name="specs" /> | |||
== Output Devices == | |||
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=== [[Display]] === | |||
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 (2022) ships with a 15.6 inch IPS display with the following specifications<ref name="specs" />: | |||
* 1920 x 1080, 16:9, [[IPS]], 300 Nits, anti-glare (matte), 100 % [[Color Gamut|sRGB]], 60 Hz, 1000:1 contrast | |||
The display reaches the rated 300 nits, has good screen uniformity and has above average contrast for an IPS panel at around 1000:1. It also covers almost 100% of sRGB as rated and covers around 72 % of AdobeRGB. The screen is not well calibrated out of the box and NotebookCheck records an average ColorChecker DeltaE of 4.3 on their unit. They also measure an average gray to gray response time of 12 ms.<ref name="notebookcheck2" /> | |||
None of the tested panels exhibit any PWM flickering at any brightness level.<ref name="notebookcheck1" /><ref name="notebookcheck2" /> | |||
=== [[Audio]] === | |||
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 (2022) comes with two bottom facing speakers near front corners in stereo configuration.<ref name="notebookcheck1" /> | |||
The speakers have a low maximum volume around 70 to 75 dB for a 15.6 inch laptop. They produce balanced to high mids and balanced highs but lack any noticeable bass.<ref name="notebookcheck1" /><ref name="notebookcheck2" /> | |||
== Connectivity == | |||
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=== [[WiFi]] === | |||
Acer equips the Aspire Vero 15 (2022) with an [[Intel AX201]] [[WiFi]] 6 WLAN module.<ref name="notebookcheck1" /> | |||
The Aspire Vero 15 performs noticeably worse than other laptops with the same module however it is still able to reach decent transfer speeds for regular use.<ref name="notebookcheck1" /> | |||
'''Benchmarks'''<ref name="notebookcheck1" />''':''' | |||
* iperf3 transmit AXE11000: ~600 Mb/s | |||
* iperf3 receive AXE11000: ~1000 Mb/s | |||
* iperf3 transmit AXE11000 6 Ghz: ~800 Mb/s | |||
* iperf3 receive AXE11000 6 Ghz: ~1100 Mb/s | |||
=== [[Bluetooth]] === | |||
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 (2022) comes with a Bluetooth 5.1 module.<ref name="specs" /> | |||
=== [[SD Card Reader]] === | |||
Acer includes an SD card reader with the Aspire Vero 15 (2022).<ref name="specs" /> | |||
=== [[USB]] === | |||
Acer equips the Aspire Vero 15 (2022) with the following [[Universal Serial Bus|USB]] ports<ref name="specs" />: | |||
* 1 x USB-A (USB 3.2 Gen 1, 5 Gbps) with always on functionality on the left side. | |||
* 1 x USB-A (USB 3.2 Gen 1, 5 Gbps) on the right side. | |||
* 1 x USB-C (USB 3.2 Gen 1, 5 Gbps) on the left side. | |||
=== Display Outputs === | |||
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 (2022) comes with 1 display output:<ref name="specs" /> | |||
* 1 x HDMI 2.0 on the left side. | |||
== Case == | |||
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The Acer Aspire Vero 15 (2022) is available in cobblestone grey color.<ref name="specs" /> The chassis is made from recycled plastic and polycarbonate. The display lid is made out of recycled plastic while the keyboard deck and bottom cover are made out of PC-ABS plastic.<ref name="notebookcheck1" /> The lid opens to the full 180 degrees however the hinge rigidity weakens past ~160 degrees.<ref name="predecessor" /> Surfaces are slightly roughened to reduce fingerprint buildup however it still attracts dust and fingerprints.<ref name="notebookcheck1" /><ref name="predecessor" /> The rear is elongated beyond the display lid and is thicker as well to accommodate a larger internal cooling solution. This contributes to the weight of {{convert|3.9|lbs|kg}}.<ref name="predecessor" /> There are two Acer logos - one on the lid on the bottom left and another on the palm rest on the right. There is one big Aspire logo on the top right side of the lid.<ref name="specs" /> | |||
The chassis has a more professional look compared to the previous models with a uniform color instead of a two-tone color scheme. There are fewer accents and angles as well.<ref name="predecessor" /> | |||
Chassis rigidity is average with some audible creaking and weak points. The base and lid exhibit some twisting but not enough to be concerning.<ref name="predecessor" /> | |||
== Maintenance == | |||
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The bottom panel is held on by 10 Philips-head screws. Four screws on the leading edge are shorter than the rest. There are clips securing the panel that must be popped up after removing the screws.<ref name=":0" /> | |||
'''Upgradeable components:'''<ref name=":0" /> | |||
* 48 WHr battery. | |||
* Two M.2 2280 PCIe4 x4 SSDs each covered by an aluminum heatsink (most configurations only have one slot filled from the factory). | |||
* Two DDR4-3200 SODIMMs covered by a single plastic shield ((most configurations only have one slot filled from the factory). | |||
* M.2 2230 wireless card. | |||
== Cooling System == | |||
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The Acer Aspire Vero 15 (2022) is equipped with a single 4000 RPM fan connected to the core components with two copper heat pipes. The system intakes air from the bottom grilles and exhausts air through the back grilles.<ref name="notebookcheck1" /> | |||
=== Heat === | |||
Surface temperatures vary depending on the configuration. | |||
The i5-1235U SKU gets quite warm while idling, up to 35 °C on the bottom of the device. The left side with the WASD keys heats up more than the right side. Under heavy load, there is a hot spot of 50 °C on the bottom.<ref name="notebookcheck2" /> | |||
The i7-1255U SKU is slightly cooler while idling across all areas reaching up to 33 °C on the bottom. The palm rest and the WASD keys remain comfortable during intensive tasks.<ref name="notebookcheck1" /> | |||
'''Benchmarks:''' | |||
* i5-1235U:<ref name="notebookcheck2" /> | |||
** Maximum upper side: ~40 °C | |||
** Maximum bottom: ~50 °C | |||
** Idle upper side: ~28 °C | |||
** Idle bottom: ~32 °C | |||
* i7-1255U:<ref name="notebookcheck1" /> | |||
** Maximum upper side: ~42 °C | |||
** Maximum bottom: ~52 °C | |||
** Idle upper side: ~30 °C | |||
** Idle bottom: ~33 °C | |||
=== Noise === | |||
There is no electronic noise or coil whine. The laptop is effectively silent during undemanding loads like light browsing or video playback, hovering below 30 dB(A). During intensive tasks, the fan quickly ramps up even when set to balanced mode. Fan noise while gaming in balanced mode is identical to performance mode despite temperatures being noticeably lower in balanced mode. During intensive tasks, the laptop emits noise above 45 db(A) and is louder than most other mid-range laptops.<ref name="notebookcheck1" /> Most variants emit the same amount of noise with more powerful configurations being slightly louder.<ref name="notebookcheck1" /><ref name="notebookcheck2" /><ref name=":1" /> | |||
'''Benchmarks:''' | |||
* i5-1235U:<ref name=":1" /> | |||
** Load: > 45 db(A) | |||
* i7-1255U:<ref name="notebookcheck2" /> | |||
** Idle: ~23 db(A) (min), ~23 db(A) (avg), ~25 db(A) (max) | |||
** Load: ~40 db(A) (avg), ~48 db(A) (max) | |||
== Energy Management == | |||
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=== Power Consumption === | |||
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 (2022) ships with a 65 W AC adapter<ref name="specs" />. | |||
Acer remains conservative with the power supplied to the CPU during combined CPU and GPU loads. Both the i5-1235U and i7-1255U SKUs consume around 40 W during load with temporary spikes to around 60 W. <ref name="notebookcheck1" /><ref name="notebookcheck2" /> | |||
The i5-1235U Aspire Vero 15 draws around 10 W when idling for the most part, reducing to 5-7 W after waiting a very long time and any minor input brings the consumption back up to 10 W.<ref name="notebookcheck2" /> | |||
=== Battery Life === | |||
All Acer Aspire Vero 15 (2022) SKUs come with a 48 WHr Li-Polymer battery that Acer claims can charge from 0-50 % in 30 mins and 0 - 100 % in 90 mins using the provided power adapter.<ref name="specs" /> | |||
The battery life during light tasks is average for this class of laptop. Many competitors now include 50+ Whr batteries.<ref name="notebookcheck1" /> Reviews verify the charging claims to be accurate.<ref name="notebookcheck1" /> | |||
'''Benchmarks:''' | |||
* i5-1235U:<ref name="notebookcheck2" /> | |||
** WiFi Browsing (150 nits): 360 minutes | |||
** Load: 120 minutes | |||
* i7-1255U:<ref name="notebookcheck1" /> | |||
** WiFi Browsing (150 nits): 340 minutes | |||
** Load (max brightness): 90 minutes | |||
== Biometrics == | |||
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The Acer Aspire Vero 15 (2022) supports [[Windows Hello]] face recognition and has a fingerprint reader. | |||
== [[Software]] == | |||
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All SKUs ship with Windows 11 Home but the laptop can be upgraded to Windows 11 Pro, either manually or when buying directly from Acer. | |||
=== Preinstalled Software === | |||
==== Acer Care Center ==== | |||
The Acer Care Center program acts as the primary control center in the Aspire Vero 15. In addition to the performance profiles, the program also handles hardware troubleshooting, always on USB settings, battery conservation mode (limit charge to 80 %), system updates and other things.<ref name="notebookcheck2" /><ref name=":0" /> | |||
There are three preset performance profiles - quiet, balanced and performance. Acer supports adding an AI engine in balanced mode that automatically adjusts system parameters based on the context. There is also a customized mode where the user can manually set various parameters.<ref name="notebookcheck2" /> | |||
Most reviewers use performance mode for performance benchmarks and quiet mode for the battery tests unless otherwise stated.<ref name="notebookcheck1" /><ref name="notebookcheck2" /><ref name=":1" /><ref name=":0" /> | |||
==== Acer Quick Access ==== | |||
The Acer Quick Access app shows all system settings in a single unified location. This may be helpful for users who want to quickly access various system settings.<ref name=":0" /> | |||
==== Other Preinstalled Software ==== | |||
The Aspire Vero 15 also comes with other less useful software like Acer Now, which exists just to sell software and services, and Acer Avatar Master, which creates your digital avatar.<ref name=":0" /> | |||
There is also unwanted software like 30-day McAfee security trial.<ref name=":0" /> | |||
=== [[Linux|Linux Support]] === | |||
== Accessories & Warranty == | |||
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The Acer Aspire Vero 15 (2022) comes with a 65 W AC adapter and paperwork.<ref name="notebookcheck1" /> | |||
There is one-year limited manufacturer warranty if purchased in the US.<ref name="notebookcheck1" /> | |||
== Reviews Summary == | |||
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=== Overall Sentiment === | |||
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 (2022) is considered a solid mid-range laptop with a focus on sustainability. It offers decent CPU and GPU performance for everyday tasks and light gaming. The laptop also comes with a good screen for its class and is highly upgradeable. The primary downsides are the average battery life, some chassis flex, and the lack of a dedicated GPU which limits its performance in demanding tasks.<ref name=":0" /><ref name="notebookcheck1" /><ref name="notebookcheck2" /><ref name=":1" /> | |||
=== Problems Summary<ref name=":0" /><ref name="notebookcheck1" /><ref name="notebookcheck2" /><ref name=":1" /> === | |||
* No dedicated GPU. | |||
* Average speakers given the form factor. | |||
* Slow WiFi compared to other laptops with same module. | |||
* OEM SSD provides decent but not the fastest performance. | |||
* Plastic touchpad does not provide the best tracking experience. | |||
* Some chassis flex and creaking. | |||
* Average battery life. | |||
* Heavy for its class. | |||
=== Links === | |||
i5-1235U, 8 GB RAM, 256 GB SSD: [https://www.techradar.com/reviews/acer-aspire-vero-15-2022-review TechRadar], | |||
i7-1255U, 16 GB RAM, 512 GB SSD: [https://www.notebookcheck.net/Acer-Aspire-Vero-15-2022-laptop-review-Sustainable-and-stylish.656404.0.html NoteBookCheck] | |||
== Community Reception == | |||
=== Overall Sentiment === | |||
=== Problems Summary === | |||
== References == | |||
[[Category:Laptops]] | [[Category:Laptops]] | ||
[[Category:Acer Laptops]] | [[Category:Acer Laptops]] | ||
[[Category:Aspire]] | |||
[[Category:Aspire | |||
[[Category:2022 Laptops]] | [[Category:2022 Laptops]] | ||
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Revision as of 09:10, 5 August 2024
| Manufacturer | Acer |
|---|---|
| Product family | Aspire |
| Release date | January 2022 |
| Discontinued | No |
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home (Can be configured with Windows 11 Pro) |
| CPU | Intel Core i5-1235U Intel Core i7-1255U |
| Memory | 8 or 16 GB DDR4 |
| Memory slots | 2 user accessible |
| Storage | 256 GB, 512 GB, or 1 TB M.2 NVMe SSD |
| Storage slots | 2 user accessible |
| Removable storage | SD Card Reader |
| Display | Screen size: 15.6 inch Panel type: IPS Coating: Matte (anti-glare) Resolution: 1920 x 1080 PPI: 141 Aspect ratio: 16:9 Refresh Rate |
| Graphics | Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
| Sound | 2 x 2 W stereo speakers |
| Camera | Front: 720p with dual microphone |
| Touchpad | Mylar, 4.1 inches (10 cm) x 3.1 inches (7.9 cm) |
| Connectivity | Intel AX201 WiFi 6 Bluetooth 5.1 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Type-A) 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Type-C) 1 x HDMI 2.0 1 x Ethernet (1 Gbps) 1 x 3.5mm headphone/microphone jack |
| Dimensions | W: 14.3 inches (36 cm) D: 9.4 inches (24 cm) H: 0.7 inches (1.8 cm) |
| Mass | 3.9 pounds (1.8 kg) |
| Power brick | 65W slim 3-pin proprietary AC adapter (US) |
| Battery | 3 cell Li-Polymer 48 Wh |
| Keyboard | Single zone white backlit, black (US) Standard full size layout |
| Chassis | Color: Cobblestone grey Materials: Recycled plastic lid; Polycarbonate palm rest, sides and bottom cover Cooling: 1 x 4000 RPM fan |
| Number pad | Full size |
| Fingerprint reader | Yes |
| Facial recognition | No |
| Website | Acer |
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The Acer Aspire Vero 15 (2022) is a mid-range laptop designed with a focus on sustainability, featuring Intel 12th gen U series mobile processors and integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics. Available configurations vary by store and location.[1] The Aspire Vero 15 is positioned as an eco-friendly option within Acer's Aspire lineup, utilizing recycled materials in its construction.[2]
Primary Hardware
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Processor
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 (2022) can come with the following processors[1]:
- Intel Core i5-1235U with 10 cores (2 P-cores + 8 E-cores) and 12 threads, 12 MB cache and a max frequency of 4.4 Ghz for P-cores and 3.3 Ghz for E-cores.
- Intel Core i7-1255U with 10 cores (2 P-cores + 8 E-cores) and 12 threads, 12 MB cache and max frequency of 4.7 Ghz for P-cores and 3.5 Ghz for E-cores.
Acer supplies the processors with sufficient power and cooling for CPU-intensive tasks resulting in average performance compared to other laptops with the same processors. In CPU-only tasks, SKUs with the i5-1235U and i7-1255U perform as expected.[3][4] Performance sustainability is good but not perfect, with all processors losing about 5% performance in long stress tests.[4]
Lenovo also supplies the processor with sufficient power in mixed CPU and GPU tasks like gaming leading to noticeably better performance than competitors with the same configurations. In particular, the SKU with i7-1255U performs better than most other laptops with this configuration and is only 10% behind the Pro 5i with i9-14900HX and RTX 4070.[5]
All SKUs lose a significant amount of CPU performance when running on the battery.[4]
Benchmarks:
- Cinebench R23:
Graphics
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 (2022) ships with integrated Intel Iris Xe Graphics[1].
The integrated Intel Iris Xe Graphics provides sufficient performance for everyday tasks and light gaming. However, it is not suitable for demanding gaming or heavy graphical workloads. In GPU-only benchmarks, the performance is average compared to other laptops with the same integrated graphics.[4]
In gaming, the performance is limited, and the laptop struggles with modern titles at high settings. It is more suited for older or less demanding games.[4]
All SKUs lose a significant amount of graphics performance when running on the battery.[4]
- 3D Mark TimeSpy 2560 x 1440:
- Intel Iris Xe: ~1500 pts
- 3D Mark Fire Strike 1920 x 1080:
- Intel Iris Xe: ~5000 pts
- The Witcher 3 1920 x 1080 Ultra HBAO+:
- i7-1255U and Intel Iris Xe: ~30 fps
Memory
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 (2022) supports a maximum of 2 SO-DIMM sticks and the 12th Generation Intel U processors support up to 64 GB DDR4-3200Mhz memory.[1]
Pre-configured SKUs come with either 8 GB or 16 GB DDR4-3200 Memory. These sticks perform identically even when paired with different CPUs.[5]
Benchmarks[5]:
- AIDA64 Memory Copy: ~35000 MB/s
Storage
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 (2022) can ship with 256 GB, 512 GB, or 1 TB M.2 NVMe SSD depending on the seller. The OEM SSD only uses 1 slot in all configurations leaving the other slot open for upgrades.
Reviews of the i7-1255U SKU note that it came with the Western Digital SN530 512 GB SSD which is an OEM version of the popular SN550. This SSD provides decent performance but is not the fastest in its class.[4][5]
Benchmarks:[5]
- CrystalDiskMark 8:
- SEQ1M Q8T1 (Sequential 1MB blocks): ~3500 MB/s (read), ~3000 MB/s (write)
- RND4K Q1T1 (Random 4 KB blocks): ~50 MB/s (read), ~150 MB/s (write)
Co-processors
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 (2022) does not have a dedicated NPU to accelerate AI applications.[1]
Input Devices
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Keyboard
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 (2022) comes with a standard keyboard layout with full size number pad and full size arrow keys. The keyboard offers 1.4 mm travel and 0.2 mm pitch. The white backlight has a single zone. The Fn + F keys can be used to switch between the three performance modes - Quiet, Balanced and Performance.[4][5]
The typing experience is average with decent feedback. The keyboard is comfortable for typing but lacks the deeper travel and stronger feedback found in higher-end models.[7]
Touchpad
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 (2022) comes with a Mylar plastic clickpad that measures 4.1 inches (10 cm) x 3.1 inches (7.9 cm).[4]
The touchpad is smaller than the ones in competitors but is spacious enough for simple tasks. The clicking is shallow and lacks enough feedback.[4]
Webcam
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 (2022) comes with a 720p webcam with an electronic shutter and no IR options.[4]
The webcam has poor color accuracy with a minimum DeltaE of 2.31 and a maximum DeltaE of 17.75.[4] The webcam looks soft but is much sharper than 720p webcams that used to be common a few years back. The clarity is adequate for casual calls. There is a physical kill switch on the right side that disconnects the webcam from the laptop.[3]
Microphone
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 (2022) comes with a dual microphone array.[1]
Output Devices
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Display
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 (2022) ships with a 15.6 inch IPS display with the following specifications[1]:
The display reaches the rated 300 nits, has good screen uniformity and has above average contrast for an IPS panel at around 1000:1. It also covers almost 100% of sRGB as rated and covers around 72 % of AdobeRGB. The screen is not well calibrated out of the box and NotebookCheck records an average ColorChecker DeltaE of 4.3 on their unit. They also measure an average gray to gray response time of 12 ms.[5]
None of the tested panels exhibit any PWM flickering at any brightness level.[4][5]
Audio
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 (2022) comes with two bottom facing speakers near front corners in stereo configuration.[4]
The speakers have a low maximum volume around 70 to 75 dB for a 15.6 inch laptop. They produce balanced to high mids and balanced highs but lack any noticeable bass.[4][5]
Connectivity
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WiFi
Acer equips the Aspire Vero 15 (2022) with an Intel AX201 WiFi 6 WLAN module.[4]
The Aspire Vero 15 performs noticeably worse than other laptops with the same module however it is still able to reach decent transfer speeds for regular use.[4]
Benchmarks[4]:
- iperf3 transmit AXE11000: ~600 Mb/s
- iperf3 receive AXE11000: ~1000 Mb/s
- iperf3 transmit AXE11000 6 Ghz: ~800 Mb/s
- iperf3 receive AXE11000 6 Ghz: ~1100 Mb/s
Bluetooth
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 (2022) comes with a Bluetooth 5.1 module.[1]
SD Card Reader
Acer includes an SD card reader with the Aspire Vero 15 (2022).[1]
USB
Acer equips the Aspire Vero 15 (2022) with the following USB ports[1]:
- 1 x USB-A (USB 3.2 Gen 1, 5 Gbps) with always on functionality on the left side.
- 1 x USB-A (USB 3.2 Gen 1, 5 Gbps) on the right side.
- 1 x USB-C (USB 3.2 Gen 1, 5 Gbps) on the left side.
Display Outputs
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 (2022) comes with 1 display output:[1]
- 1 x HDMI 2.0 on the left side.
Case
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The Acer Aspire Vero 15 (2022) is available in cobblestone grey color.[1] The chassis is made from recycled plastic and polycarbonate. The display lid is made out of recycled plastic while the keyboard deck and bottom cover are made out of PC-ABS plastic.[4] The lid opens to the full 180 degrees however the hinge rigidity weakens past ~160 degrees.[7] Surfaces are slightly roughened to reduce fingerprint buildup however it still attracts dust and fingerprints.[4][7] The rear is elongated beyond the display lid and is thicker as well to accommodate a larger internal cooling solution. This contributes to the weight of 3.9 pounds (1.8 kg).[7] There are two Acer logos - one on the lid on the bottom left and another on the palm rest on the right. There is one big Aspire logo on the top right side of the lid.[1]
The chassis has a more professional look compared to the previous models with a uniform color instead of a two-tone color scheme. There are fewer accents and angles as well.[7]
Chassis rigidity is average with some audible creaking and weak points. The base and lid exhibit some twisting but not enough to be concerning.[7]
Maintenance
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The bottom panel is held on by 10 Philips-head screws. Four screws on the leading edge are shorter than the rest. There are clips securing the panel that must be popped up after removing the screws.[3]
Upgradeable components:[3]
- 48 WHr battery.
- Two M.2 2280 PCIe4 x4 SSDs each covered by an aluminum heatsink (most configurations only have one slot filled from the factory).
- Two DDR4-3200 SODIMMs covered by a single plastic shield ((most configurations only have one slot filled from the factory).
- M.2 2230 wireless card.
Cooling System
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The Acer Aspire Vero 15 (2022) is equipped with a single 4000 RPM fan connected to the core components with two copper heat pipes. The system intakes air from the bottom grilles and exhausts air through the back grilles.[4]
Heat
Surface temperatures vary depending on the configuration.
The i5-1235U SKU gets quite warm while idling, up to 35 °C on the bottom of the device. The left side with the WASD keys heats up more than the right side. Under heavy load, there is a hot spot of 50 °C on the bottom.[5]
The i7-1255U SKU is slightly cooler while idling across all areas reaching up to 33 °C on the bottom. The palm rest and the WASD keys remain comfortable during intensive tasks.[4]
Benchmarks:
- i5-1235U:[5]
- Maximum upper side: ~40 °C
- Maximum bottom: ~50 °C
- Idle upper side: ~28 °C
- Idle bottom: ~32 °C
- i7-1255U:[4]
- Maximum upper side: ~42 °C
- Maximum bottom: ~52 °C
- Idle upper side: ~30 °C
- Idle bottom: ~33 °C
Noise
There is no electronic noise or coil whine. The laptop is effectively silent during undemanding loads like light browsing or video playback, hovering below 30 dB(A). During intensive tasks, the fan quickly ramps up even when set to balanced mode. Fan noise while gaming in balanced mode is identical to performance mode despite temperatures being noticeably lower in balanced mode. During intensive tasks, the laptop emits noise above 45 db(A) and is louder than most other mid-range laptops.[4] Most variants emit the same amount of noise with more powerful configurations being slightly louder.[4][5][6]
Benchmarks:
- i5-1235U:[6]
- Load: > 45 db(A)
- i7-1255U:[5]
- Idle: ~23 db(A) (min), ~23 db(A) (avg), ~25 db(A) (max)
- Load: ~40 db(A) (avg), ~48 db(A) (max)
Energy Management
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Power Consumption
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 (2022) ships with a 65 W AC adapter[1].
Acer remains conservative with the power supplied to the CPU during combined CPU and GPU loads. Both the i5-1235U and i7-1255U SKUs consume around 40 W during load with temporary spikes to around 60 W. [4][5]
The i5-1235U Aspire Vero 15 draws around 10 W when idling for the most part, reducing to 5-7 W after waiting a very long time and any minor input brings the consumption back up to 10 W.[5]
Battery Life
All Acer Aspire Vero 15 (2022) SKUs come with a 48 WHr Li-Polymer battery that Acer claims can charge from 0-50 % in 30 mins and 0 - 100 % in 90 mins using the provided power adapter.[1]
The battery life during light tasks is average for this class of laptop. Many competitors now include 50+ Whr batteries.[4] Reviews verify the charging claims to be accurate.[4]
Benchmarks:
- i5-1235U:[5]
- WiFi Browsing (150 nits): 360 minutes
- Load: 120 minutes
- i7-1255U:[4]
- WiFi Browsing (150 nits): 340 minutes
- Load (max brightness): 90 minutes
Biometrics
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The Acer Aspire Vero 15 (2022) supports Windows Hello face recognition and has a fingerprint reader.
Software
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All SKUs ship with Windows 11 Home but the laptop can be upgraded to Windows 11 Pro, either manually or when buying directly from Acer.
Preinstalled Software
Acer Care Center
The Acer Care Center program acts as the primary control center in the Aspire Vero 15. In addition to the performance profiles, the program also handles hardware troubleshooting, always on USB settings, battery conservation mode (limit charge to 80 %), system updates and other things.[5][3]
There are three preset performance profiles - quiet, balanced and performance. Acer supports adding an AI engine in balanced mode that automatically adjusts system parameters based on the context. There is also a customized mode where the user can manually set various parameters.[5]
Most reviewers use performance mode for performance benchmarks and quiet mode for the battery tests unless otherwise stated.[4][5][6][3]
Acer Quick Access
The Acer Quick Access app shows all system settings in a single unified location. This may be helpful for users who want to quickly access various system settings.[3]
Other Preinstalled Software
The Aspire Vero 15 also comes with other less useful software like Acer Now, which exists just to sell software and services, and Acer Avatar Master, which creates your digital avatar.[3]
There is also unwanted software like 30-day McAfee security trial.[3]
Linux Support
Accessories & Warranty
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The Acer Aspire Vero 15 (2022) comes with a 65 W AC adapter and paperwork.[4]
There is one-year limited manufacturer warranty if purchased in the US.[4]
Reviews Summary
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Overall Sentiment
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 (2022) is considered a solid mid-range laptop with a focus on sustainability. It offers decent CPU and GPU performance for everyday tasks and light gaming. The laptop also comes with a good screen for its class and is highly upgradeable. The primary downsides are the average battery life, some chassis flex, and the lack of a dedicated GPU which limits its performance in demanding tasks.[3][4][5][6]
Problems Summary[3][4][5][6]
- No dedicated GPU.
- Average speakers given the form factor.
- Slow WiFi compared to other laptops with same module.
- OEM SSD provides decent but not the fastest performance.
- Plastic touchpad does not provide the best tracking experience.
- Some chassis flex and creaking.
- Average battery life.
- Heavy for its class.
Links
i5-1235U, 8 GB RAM, 256 GB SSD: TechRadar,
i7-1255U, 16 GB RAM, 512 GB SSD: NoteBookCheck
Community Reception
Overall Sentiment
Problems Summary
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