Acer Aspire 5 A515 – i3 11th Gen | FHD Display | 256 SSD +1TB HDD

Processor

• Model: Intel Core i3‑1115G4 (11th Gen)

• Cores/Threads: 2 cores, 4 threads

• Base / Turbo Clock: 3.0 GHz base, up to 4.1 GHz with Turbo Boost

• Cache: 6 MB L3 Cache

• Performance: Efficient for everyday tasks like browsing, office apps, media playback, and light multitasking. Not ideal for heavy video editing or gaming.

Memory (RAM)

• Size & Type: 8 GB DDR4

• Speed: Typically 2666 MHz or 3200 MHz depending on brand/model

• Upgradability: Usually 1–2 slots available for expansion (up to 16–32 GB depending on motherboard)

• Performance: Smooth for general multitasking; dual-channel configuration improves performance.

Storage

• Primary: 256 GB NVMe SSD

  • Fast boot times and application loading.

• Secondary: 1 TB HDD

  • Large capacity for media, documents, and less speed-critical files.

• Upgrade: Some laptops allow adding another SSD or upgrading HDD to SSD.

Graphics

• GPU: Intel UHD Integrated Graphics

• Performance: Handles light gaming, 4K video playback, and general graphics tasks. Not suitable for AAA gaming or GPU-intensive software.

Display

• Size & Resolution: 15.6″ Full HD (1920×1080)

• Panel Type: Anti-Glare, typically IPS or TN (depends on model)

• Brightness & Color: Usually ~250–300 nits brightness, ~60–70% sRGB coverage

• Use Case: Clear visuals for office work, streaming, casual multimedia, and light photo editing.

Operating System

• OS: Windows 10 Home

• Features: Full access to Windows apps, security updates, and Microsoft Store.

• Upgrade Path: Can upgrade to Windows 11 if compatible.

Connectivity & Ports (common for this class)

• USB Type-A & Type-C ports

• HDMI output for external display

• Audio combo jack

• Ethernet LAN port

• Wi-Fi 5 or 6 depending on laptop

• Bluetooth 4.2–5.0

Battery & Build

• Battery: Usually 3–4 cell, 40–50 Wh

• Weight: ~1.7–2.0 kg

• Build: Lightweight plastic or aluminum chassis, portable for students and office use.