HP 15.6" HD Windows Laptop vs Acer Chromebook 315
Buy the HP if you need Windows software, a touchscreen, or a full desktop app like Office or QuickBooks. Buy the Acer if your work lives in a browser and Google apps, where Chrome OS feels faster on the same 4GB of RAM and the battery lasts longer. The HP has the more flexible OS and a touch display; the Acer has the newer processor, faster LPDDR5 memory, and roughly 15-16 hours of rated battery versus 10 on the HP. Owners rate the Acer slightly higher (4.3 vs 4.1), and both are budget machines with 4GB RAM, so neither is a good pick for heavy multitasking.
- Choose the HP 15.6 if you need Windows programs, a touchscreen, or a laptop that doubles as a tablet-style input device.
- Choose the Acer Chromebook 315 if you work mainly in a browser and Google apps and want the longest battery life and a lighter machine.
Prices
- HP 15.6" HD Windows Laptop: $286.00 at Amazon (last seen Nov 8)
- Acer Chromebook 315: $135.00 at vipoutlet.com (last seen Nov 9)
- Difference: the Acer Chromebook 315 is $151.00 cheaper than the HP 15.6" HD Windows Laptop at the latest prices (Nov 8 and Nov 9)
