Is the Acer Chromebook Plus 514 worth it?

It is a solid pick if you work mostly in a browser and want a sharp touchscreen, a backlit keyboard and 512 GB of storage. Compare its current price with other Chromebook Plus 14-inch models before deciding.

Can it run Windows apps?

No. It runs Chrome OS, so you use web apps, Android apps from Google Play and Linux apps. Windows desktop software will not install.

How long does the battery last?

Acer rates it at up to 15 hours. Real-world use with the screen bright and many tabs open will be shorter, typically a full work or school day.

Does it have a touchscreen?

Yes, the 14-inch 1920x1200 display is a touchscreen and has a no-glare finish.

Expect the laptop and a USB-C power adapter. A stylus is not included.

Chromebooks usually drop during back-to-school sales and Black Friday. Check the price history on this page to see whether the current price is near its low.

Acer Chromebook Plus 514

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$476.96at Walmart, last seen Nov 2

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Our take on the Acer Chromebook Plus 514

The Acer Chromebook Plus 514 is a 14-inch Chrome OS laptop with a 1920x1200 touchscreen, an octa-core Intel CPU, 8 GB RAM and a 512 GB SSD. It weighs 3.1 lb, has a backlit keyboard, a no-glare display and a 15-hour battery rating, and it meets the Chromebook Plus spec that guarantees higher-end hardware and Google's AI features. Ports are USB-C, HDMI and a headphone jack. No price was provided for this listing, so check the current best price against its recent range before buying.

Best forStudents who need a light laptop for classesBrowser-first users who live in Google appsShoppers who want a touchscreen with a matte finish