The Acer Chromebook 15 CB3-532 is a low-cost, portable device designed for light multitasking and basic computing tasks. Although the screen is good for watching movies and playing games, it's not designed for video editing or graphic-intensive apps.
Unlike a conventional PC, Chromebooks are designed to run Google's operating system, Chrome OS. This gives them a performance edge over other devices.
Chrome OS is lightweight and runs quickly out of the box. It also allows users to access multiple tabs for various purposes. However, it's not as capable as Windows or Mac. In addition, Chrome OS has limited app options.
The Acer Chromebook 15 CB3-532 features a dual-core Intel Celeron N3060 processor with a base frequency of 1.60 GHz. It's also equipped with a 2 MB cache. When playing videos or launching more than six tabs, the CPU slows down.
The screen of the Acer Chromebook 15 is 15.6 inches and measures 1366x768. Having a larger screen helps users to view multiple windows at a time.
The Acer Chromebook 15 CB3-532 comes with a long-lasting battery. With a battery capacity of 3,920 mAh, this laptop can provide up to 12 hours of battery life.
Acer Chromebook 15 CB3-532's webcam is positioned on the center of the top bezel. This makes it hard to use as a video camera, though it is still adequate for casual skyping.
Acer's Chromebook 15 CB3-532 has a smooth silver finish. It also comes with a colorful Chrome logo on the lid.