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Microsoft Aspire E 15.6" FHD Laptop i3-8130U 12GB 1TB

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Power Through Your Day with the Acer Aspire E The 2018 Acer Aspire E is a versatile 15.6" laptop designed for productivity and entertainment. Featuring an 8th Gen Intel Core i3 processor, ample memory, and a spacious hard drive, it's equipped to handle your daily computing needs. Specifications: ...

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Overview

Power Through Your Day with the Acer Aspire E

The 2018 Acer Aspire E is a versatile 15.6" laptop designed for productivity and entertainment. Featuring an 8th Gen Intel Core i3 processor, ample memory, and a spacious hard drive, it's equipped to handle your daily computing needs.

Specifications:

  • Processor: 8th Generation Intel Core i3-8130U @ 2.20GHz (2 Cores, 4M Cache, up to 3.40GHz)
  • Operating System: Windows 10 Home
  • Display: 15.6" Full HD (1920 x 1080) widescreen LED-backlit
  • Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 620
  • Memory: 12GB Dual Channel
  • Storage: 1TB 5400RPM SATA Hard Drive
  • Optical Drive: 8X DVD Double-Layer Drive RW (M-DISC enabled)
  • Card Reader: Secure Digital (SD) card reader
  • Audio: Acer True Harmony Two Built-in Stereo Speakers
  • Wireless: 802.11ac Wi-Fi featuring MU-MIMO technology (Dual-Band 2.4GHz and 5GHz)
  • Bluetooth: Bluetooth 4.1
  • Webcam: HD Webcam (1280 x 720) supporting High Dynamic Range (HDR)
  • Ports: 1 - USB 3.1 Type C Gen 1, 2 - USB 3.0, 1 - USB 2.0, 1 - HDMI
  • Battery: 6-cell Li-Ion Battery (2800 mAh), Up to 13.5-hours Battery Life
  • Weight: 5.27 lbs

Key Features

15.6" Full HD (1920 x 1080) widescreen LED-backlit display, Intel UHD Graphics 620

8th Generation Intel Core i3-8130U Processor @ 2.20GHz(2 Cores, 4M Cache, up to 3.40GHz)

12GB Dual Channel Memory, 1TB 5400RPM SATA Hard Drive, 8X DVD Double-Layer Drive RW (M-DISC enabled)

802.11ac Wi-Fi featuring MU-MIMO technology (Dual-Band 2.4GHz and 5GHz), Bluetooth 4.1, HD Webcam (1280 x 720) supporting High Dynamic Range (HDR), 1 - USB 3.1 Type C Gen 1 port (up to 5 Gbps), 2 - USB 3.0 ports (one with power-off charging), 1 - USB 2.0 port, 1 - HDMI Port with HDCP support

Windows 10 Home, Up to 13.5-hours Battery Life 6-cell Li-Ion Battery (2800 mAh), 5.27 lbs

Specifications

Screen Size
15.6"
Display Resolution
1920 x 1080
Display Type
Full HD widescreen LED-backlit
Processor
8th Generation Intel Core i3-8130U
Processor Speed
2.20GHz (up to 3.40GHz)
Processor Cores
2 Cores
RAM
12GB Dual Channel Memory
Storage
1TB 5400RPM SATA Hard Drive
Optical Drive
8X DVD Double-Layer Drive RW (M-DISC enabled)
Graphics
Intel UHD Graphics 620
Operating System
Windows 10 Home
Wireless
802.11ac Wi-Fi (Dual-Band), Bluetooth 4.1
Webcam
HD Webcam (1280 x 720) supporting HDR
USB Ports
1 - USB 3.1 Type C Gen 1, 2 - USB 3.0, 1 - USB 2.0
Video Output
1 - HDMI Port with HDCP support
Battery Life
Up to 13.5-hours
Battery Type
6-cell Li-Ion Battery (2800 mAh)
Weight
5.27 lbs

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Features a 15.6-inch Full HD (1920 x 1080) widescreen LED-backlit display for clear and vibrant visuals.
  • Offers a substantial 12GB Dual Channel Memory, allowing for efficient multitasking across various applications.
  • Equipped with a 1TB 5400RPM SATA Hard Drive, providing ample storage for a large volume of documents, media, and software.
  • Includes an 8X DVD Double-Layer Drive RW (M-DISC enabled), offering legacy support for optical media.
  • Provides up to 13.5 hours of battery life from a 6-cell Li-Ion Battery, enabling extended use away from a power outlet.

👎 Cons

  • The 1TB 5400RPM SATA Hard Drive, while large, will be significantly slower than an SSD, impacting boot times and application loading.
  • The Intel UHD Graphics 620 are integrated, limiting performance for demanding graphic design tasks or modern gaming.
  • The 8th Generation Intel Core i3-8130U Processor, while sufficient for daily tasks, may struggle with more intensive computing demands.
  • Weighing 5.27 lbs, this laptop is on the heavier side for a 15.6-inch model, which may affect portability.
  • While offering 802.11ac Wi-Fi, it lacks the newer Wi-Fi 6 (AX) standard for potentially faster and more efficient wireless connectivity.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Microsoft Aspire E laptop offers an impressive battery life of up to 13.5 hours, powered by a 6-cell Li-Ion battery.
Yes, it includes an 8X DVD Double-Layer Drive RW, which is M-DISC enabled, for reading and writing optical media.
This laptop comes with a 1TB 5400RPM SATA Hard Drive, providing ample space for your files and applications.
It features a 15.6-inch Full HD (1920 x 1080) widescreen LED-backlit display, providing clear visuals.
The laptop is equipped with an 8th Generation Intel Core i3-8130U Processor, which has 2 cores and can boost up to 3.40GHz.

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