Acer Chromebook 715

Updated on June 22, 2026

The Acer Chromebook 715 pairs a full aluminum unibody with a 15.6-inch Full HD IPS display and a keyboard that carries a numeric keypad, a first for Chromebooks when it launched. The Intel Core i3-8130U keeps up with browser tabs, document editing, and Android apps. That full keyboard and keypad point the CB715 at desk work: spreadsheets, reports, and coursework for students. NotebookCheck rated it 82.8% and called it “perhaps the current pinnacle of Chromebooks.” The display is the weak point, and it is what keeps this an indoor laptop.

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Acer Chromebook 715 Comparison Chart

	Acer Chromebook 715	Acer Chromebook 715
Price	List Price: $749.99 Amazon Prices: Check Price on Amazon	List Price: $499.99 Amazon Prices: Loading prices...
Model number	715 CB715-1W-59YQ / NX.HB2AA.003	CB715-1W-35ZK / NX.HB3AA.007
Performance Rating	6.8	3.6
Chromebook Plus	No	No
Processor	Quad-core 1.60 Ghz (max 3.40 Ghz) Intel Core i5-8250U	Dual-core 2.20 Ghz (max 3.40 Ghz) Intel Core i3-8130U
RAM	16 GB	4 GB
Internal Storage	64 GB eMMC	128 GB eMMC
Screen Size	15.6"	15.6"
Screen Resolution	1920x1080	1920x1080
Screen Type	IPS	IPS
Touch Screen	No	No
Stylus / Pen	No Stylus Support	No Stylus Support
Dimensions width x length x thickness	14.4 x 9.8 x 0.7 inches (365.76 x 248.92 x 17.78 mm)	14.4 x 9.8 x 0.7 inches (365.76 x 248.92 x 17.78 mm)
Weight	4.3 lbs (1.95 kg)	4.3 lbs (1.95 kg)
Backlit Keyboard	Yes	Yes
Webcam	HD	HD
WiFi	Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac with 2x2 MU-MIMO)	Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac with 2x2 MU-MIMO)
Bluetooth	Bluetooth 4.2	Bluetooth 4.2
Ethernet	No	No
Cellular Modem	No	No
HDMI	No HDMI	No HDMI
USB Ports	1 USB 3, 2 USB-C (USB-C supports DisplayPort and charging)	1 USB 3, 2 USB-C (USB-C supports DisplayPort and charging)
Thunderbolt Ports	No	No
Card Reader	microSD Card Reader	microSD Card Reader
Battery	4 cell, Lithium-ion	4 cell, Lithium-ion
Battery Life	11.0 hours	11.0 hours
Fanless	Yes	Yes
Auto Update Expiration Date	June, 2028	June, 2028

Aluminum shell, Core i3 speed, and a 250-nit panel

A matte finish over the all-aluminum unibody resists fingerprints, and the panel gaps stay tight all the way around, with no plastic anywhere on the shell. At 4.3 pounds it is a middleweight among 15.6-inch laptops, heavy enough to sit steady on a desk and still light enough to carry daily. MIL-STD-810G certification covers drops, shocks, and temperature extremes, which is worth having for anyone who travels with the machine or works in rough conditions.

The dual-core, four-thread Core i3-8130U handles complex Google Sheets documents, 4K video playback, and multiple browser tabs without stuttering. NotebookCheck’s review unit, the higher-specified Core i5-8350U model, posted a WebXPRT 2015 score of 501 points, outperforming competitive models like the Dell Inspiron 7486. The 4GB or 16GB RAM configurations (depending on variant) handle typical multitasking scenarios smoothly, though power users may prefer the 16GB version for running Android apps and Linux containers simultaneously.

Connectivity options include two USB-C 3.1 Gen1 ports with power delivery and DisplayPort output, one USB-A 3.1 port, a microSD card reader, and a headphone/microphone combo jack. The USB-A port eliminates the need for dongles when connecting legacy peripherals. Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac with 2x2 MU-MIMO) and Bluetooth 4.2 provide wireless connectivity, though the lack of Wi-Fi 6 may feel dated for enterprise deployments. Like most Chromebooks, there is no built-in Ethernet port, so enterprise users needing a wired connection should pick up a USB Ethernet adapter. The microSD card reader achieves 51.4 MB/s transfer speeds according to NotebookCheck testing, which falls below average performance for external storage workflows.

The 15.6-inch IPS panel runs at 1920x1080 with reasonable viewing angles, but brightness maxes out at around 250 nits according to calibrated testing. That is enough for an office with controlled lighting and not enough in a bright room or beside a window. NotebookCheck measured a color deviation (deltaE) of 4.83, so text documents and spreadsheets look fine while photo editing and design work will not get accurate color.

Reviewer Insights

NotebookCheck’s Technical Analysis

NotebookCheck’s review awards the Chromebook 715 an 82.8% overall rating, calling it “perhaps the current pinnacle of Chromebooks” and “easily one of the best Chromebooks on the market.” They measured display brightness averaging 247.5 cd/m2 with a maximum of 311.1 nits, resulting in outdoor visibility challenges. The contrast ratio of 976:1 and color accuracy scoring of 4.83 deltaE prove acceptable for general productivity but fall short for color-critical work. The reviewer particularly praised the five-stage backlit keyboard with its crisp, well-sized keys and integrated numeric keypad, noting the reliable fingerprint reader that enables quick sign-ins. However, they criticized the soldered RAM and storage that prevent user upgrades, with only the wireless card being replaceable.

Android Police’s Hands-On Experience

Android Police’s review describes the keyboard as “one of the best keyboards I’ve used on a laptop,” with the reviewer achieving 94 words per minute during typing tests. The large Gorilla Glass trackpad receives praise for its smooth surface and accurate tracking. Battery life testing showed 9 hours at 75% screen brightness, dropping to 6.5 hours at maximum brightness. Despite the premium build quality and input devices, the reviewer finds the Chromebook 715 “tough to recommend” due to its underwhelming display, noting that “colors are dull, the screen doesn’t get bright enough, and the pixel density is a bit coarse” for a device at this price point.

TechRadar’s Business Perspective

TechRadar’s review rates the device 3.5 out of 5 stars, characterizing it as “a powerful, premium Chromebook” that arrives at a serious premium cost. They highlight the powerful Intel CPU and excellent battery life as key strengths, while criticizing the poor screen quality and weak storage performance. The reviewer notes that the device suits users prioritizing processing power and battery longevity but willing to accept display limitations.

Laptop Mag’s Productivity Assessment

Laptop Mag awards 4 out of 5 stars with the tagline “Durable, premium simplicity.” The review praises the over 10 hours of battery life and premium chassis construction while noting the dim display and poor audio quality as significant drawbacks. The review also calls out the integrated number pad for data entry and spreadsheet work.

Customer Reviews

Across 38 ratings on Amazon, the Acer Chromebook 715 averages 4.3 stars, though the spread is wider than that number suggests: 64 percent leave five stars while roughly one in eight rate it two stars or one star. The positive reviews center on the keyboard, the large screen, and quick everyday performance. Kaaren Arndt, a verified buyer switching over from Windows PCs, wrote “I like the keyboard, and the large screen” and reported being able to “create, save, print and email docs” without trouble. JoLoLo, another verified purchaser, was “very impressed all-in-all,” citing “Short boot up time, apps launch quickly,” and recommended it for anyone who wants to “Surf the web, get email even do banking and shopping online without many hassles.”

The lower ratings name specific limitations. A verified buyer posting as Amazon Customer flagged battery life, writing “Battery does’nt have too much capacity.” The harshest review, from a verified buyer, complained that the laptop’s Core i3 and RAM felt wasted under Chrome OS and that it began to “run like a damn toaster after 1 week of use.” One three-star reviewer was simply disappointed it was not a touchscreen. With only 38 ratings, the sample is small.

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An indoor machine with support to June 2028

Soldered RAM and eMMC storage lock in whatever configuration a buyer picks on day one, so the 16GB build has more headroom for Android apps and Linux than the 4GB one, and neither changes the panel that keeps this at an indoor desk. Battery life of 9-11 hours covers a work day without a charger. Chrome OS support runs through June 2028, the last date this 8th-generation Intel hardware gets security updates. Other models line up side by side in the Chromebook Comparison Chart.

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