
At a glanceExpert’s Rating ProsAffordable priceRugged buildGreat keyboardGood selection of portsConsSubpar webcamAnnoying bloatware comes pre-installedTouchpad is a little hard to useOur VerdictWith its affordable price, decent performance, and robust build, the Acer Aspire 5 is a great budget option for most people.
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