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Acer Chromebook 311 Review


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Main Features

  • Launched in January 2022
  • Display:11.6" TN LCD, 16:9 Aspect Ratio
  • External Dimensions: 296 x 199 x 18.15 mm (11.65 x 7.83 x 0.71 inches)
  • Weight: 1.1 kg (2.43 lbs)
  • Operating System: ChromeOS
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Acer Chromebook 311 Overview

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Launched in January 2022, Acer Chromebook 311 is a ChromeOS laptop with 11.6-inch display and 16:9 aspect ratio. It has the external dimensions of 296 x 199 x 18.15 mm (11.65 x 7.83 x 0.71 inches) and weighs 1.1 kg (2.43 lbs).

Acer Chromebook 311 has an average MSRP range between $0-400. Price may vary based on the selected configuration.

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Acer Chromebook 311

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Chromebook 311 is a member of Acer's Chromebook series of laptops. Below you can find the latest models from this series.

Acer Chromebook Series History
Model Release Date Screen Size Weight
Acer Chromebook 516 GE
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October 2022 16.0" 1.7 kg (3.75 lbs)
Acer Chromebook 311
January 2022 11.6" 1.1 kg (2.43 lbs)
Acer Chromebook 314
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January 2022 14.0" 1.7 kg (3.75 lbs)
Acer Chromebook 512
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January 2022 12.0" 1.3 kg (2.87 lbs)
Acer Chromebook 515
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October 2021 15.6" 1.7 kg (3.75 lbs)

***Please note that laptop configurations may vary by country, and certain models or specifications may only be available in specific regions.

Acer Chromebook 311 PROs and CONs Review

Now let's get in to more details of our Acer Chromebook 311 review by analysing its specs and features and listing out its pros and cons compared to average competitor laptop in its class.

PROs
Recent Model (January 2022)
Lightweight at only 1.1 kg (2.43 lbs)
Matte Screen reduces reflections
2x USB 3.0 USB-A Ports
2x USB 3.1 USB Type C Ports
Built-in SD Card Reader
1.6 mm Key Travel

CONs
Low Screen to Body ratio of ~63%
RAM is not Upgradable
Storage is not Upgradable
No Keyboard Backlight
No HDMI Port

Body and Dimensions

The weight and external dimensions are two of the most important factors determining the physical portability of a laptop. Below you can find the external physical features of the Acer Chromebook 311:


Physical Specs
Dimensions 296 x 199 x 18.15 mm
11.65 x 7.83 x 0.71 inches
Weight 1.1 kg (2.43 lbs)
Surface Area 589 cm2 (91.2 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio ~63%
Side Bezel Thickness ~19.6 mm
Weight per Inch of Screen 0.09kg/inch
0.198 lbs/inch
Colors Silver

Weight
The Acer Chromebook 311 weighs 1.10 kg / 0.50 lbs . Considering that average weight of the laptops with display size 'up to 12 inches' in our database is 1.22kg, it will be accurate to say that the Acer Chromebook 311 is a light laptop for its size class.

Weight Comparison

Displays size up to 12 inches

Acer Chromebook 311
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Max

Another value that we use for comparing the weights of the laptops here at Laptop Decision is the Weight per Inch of Screen, which is calculated by dividing the total weight of the model with its usable diagonal screen size. This value for the Acer Chromebook 311 is 0.09 kg/inch. Here are some of the best performing laptops in this area:


    Body Thickness
    Thickness of the Acer Chromebook 311 is 18.15 mm. Considering that average thickness of the laptops with display size 'up to 12 inches' in our database is 19.1mm, it will be accurate to say that the Acer Chromebook 311 is a slim laptop for its class.

    Thickness Comparison

    Displays size up to 12 inches

    Acer Chromebook 311
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    Average
    Max

    Side Bezels and Screen-to-Body Ratio
    The average Side Bezel Thickness of the Acer Chromebook 311 is 19.6 mm and the Screen to Body Ratio is 63.0%. These figures are unfortunately very poor, some of the worst among modern laptops.

    Display

    Acer Chromebook 311 features a 11.6-inch sized TN LCD type display with 60 Hz refresh rate and 135 ppi pixel density.


    Display Specifications
    Display Resolution 1366 x 768 pixels
    Display Size 11.6 inches
    Display Type TN LCD
    Refresh Rate 60 Hz
    PPI 135 ppi
    HDR Support No
    Touch Screen No
    Coating Matte


    Pixel Density / PPI

    Below is a chart depicting how the Acer Chromebook 311's 135 ppi pixel density compares with the Min, Max and Average densities in its display size class (up to 12 inches).

    Screen PPI (Pixels Per Inch) Comparison

    Displays size up to 12 inches

    Acer Chromebook 311
    Min
    Average
    Max


    CPU

    Acer Chromebook 311 has 2 different CPU configurations. The current setup we are reviewing is the Intel Celeron N4000.

    CPU Specifications
    CPU Name


    Base Frequency 1.1 GHz
    Number of Cores 2
    Number of Threads 2
    Integrated GPU Intel UHD Graphics 600
    CPU Fabrication Process 14 nm

    GPU

    Acer Chromebook 311 comes with only one GPU option which is Intel UHD Graphics 600. This is a Integrated type GPU with 0.13 TFLOPS floating point performance and its memory is system shared type. Integrated GPUs help to reduce the total cost and energy consumption compared to dedicated GPUs, however they are not the best options for graphic heavy applications such as video rendering and gaming.

    GPU Specifications
    GPU Name Intel UHD Graphics 600
    Base Clock Frequency 200 MHz
    Boost Clock Frequency 650 MHz
    TGP (Total Graphics Power) 5 W
    Type Integrated
    FLOPS 0.13 TFLOPS
    Memory Size System Shared
    Memory Type System Shared
    Memory Bus System Shared
    Memory Speed System Shared
    Shading Units Cores 96
    Texture Mapping Units / TMUs 12
    Raster Operations Pipelines / ROPs 2
    GPU Fabrication Process 14 nm
    FLOPS Comparison

    Displays size up to 12 inches

    Acer Chromebook 311
    Average
    Max

    Here are some of the best performing laptops in this area:

    • Dell Latitude 3190 2-in-1 with : 0.23 TFLOPS (Compare)
    • Dell Latitude 3190 2-in-1 with Intel UHD Graphics 600: 0.13 TFLOPS (Compare)
    • Dell Latitude 3190 2-in-1 with : 0.14 TFLOPS (Compare)
    • Dell Latitude 3190 2-in-1 with : 0.14 TFLOPS (Compare)
    • Dell Latitude 3190 2-in-1 with : 0.14 TFLOPS (Compare)

    BATTERY

    Acer Chromebook 311's Li-Ion battery has a capacity of 39 Wh which is under average, which may cause lack of mobility. Please note that even though the battery capacity gives you an idea about potential battery life, it is not the only indicator of unplugged run time of the laptop, but impacted also by factors such as your laptop's configuration, screen brightness and number&types of apps that you are running simultaneously.

    Battery Comparison

    Displays size up to 12 inches

    Acer Chromebook 311
    Min
    Average
    Max

    Battery Specifications
    Capacity 39 Wh
    Battery Type Li-Ion
    Replaceable No
    Charging Port Position Left
    Charge Power 45 W

    • Acer Chromebook 311's battery is not replaceable but we can't hold it against this model as this has been the general trend in the laptop world for a long time.

    RAM

    comes with only one RAM size option which is . Unfortunately, the RAM on the Acer Chromebook 311 is not Upgradable .Acer Chromebook 311 has the latest type of RAM existing in the market. DDR5 type RAMs provide speeds of at least 4800 MHz, whereas the previous generation supports a maximum of 3200 MHz.

    Additionally, the RAM type also includes an LP (Low Power) prefix, indicating low power consumption but also lower performance. You should consider the trade-off between reduced power consumption when unplugged and potential performance loss.

    RAM Specifications
    RAM 4GB
    Channels 1x4 GB
    Clock 3200 MHz
    Type LPDDR4 > latest: DDR5
    Upgradable No
    Bus Custom

    STORAGE

    Acer Chromebook 311 comes with a eMMC type 1x32 GB storage as standard. More Storage is always good, but it comes with a price.

    Storage Specifications
    Channels 1x32 GB
    Upgradable No
    Type eMMC
    NVMe No

    SOUND

    Good quality speakers can have a significant impact on the overall experience when using laptops, especially if you are consuming lot of multimedia material such as music or videos. The Acer Chromebook 311 features a 2.0 speaker set up.

    Sound Specifications
    Speakers Setup 2.0
    Dolby Atmos No
    Microphones 1

    The number and quality of the built-in microphones are as important especially in this age of online meetings and streaming.

    CONNECTIVITY and PORTS

    The Wi-Fi 7 standard supports 46 GB/s and provides speeds 2.4 times faster than the previous v6 setup. Laptops with Wi-Fi 7 are available in the market as of the end of 2023. Acer Chromebook 311 Wifi Standard is not the latest and can provide (theoretical 3,5 Gbps - 437.5 MB/s, real world up to 1 Gbps - 125 MB/) speed. If you don't require very fast internet at all, Wifi 5 is also enough for watching videos. One minute of 4K quality video takes 750 MB, which can be downloaded just 6 seconds.

    The Bluetooth Standard of the Acer Chromebook 311 is v5, which is not the latest generation. As the version number increases within the Bluetooth V5.x series, sub-generations also progress. Although the range and speeds remain consistent, advancements in energy efficiency, reliability, and security features are introduced in subsequent sub-generations.

    Connectivity
    WiFi Standard v5 > not latest v7
    Bluetooth v5 > not latest v5.4
    Fingerprint Sensor No
    Optical Drive No

    Acer Chromebook 311 equipped with 2x USB 3.0 USB-A ports and 2x USB 3.1 Type-C ports.

    The USB-A port of the Acer Chromebook 311 is 2x USB 3.0, which is not the latest generation. The maximum speed of USB-A 3.2 (latest generation) port is 20 GB/s.

    Ports
    USB-A 2x USB 3.0
    USB Type-C 2x USB 3.1
    Thunderbolt No
    HDMI No
    Display Port No
    VGA No
    Audio Jack 3.5mm Yes
    Ethernet RJ45 No
    SD CardReader Yes
    Proprietary Charging Port No

    KEYBOARD and TOUCHPAD

    Acer Chromebook 311 has Island type keyboard, which is used on majority of recent laptops.

    Keyboard and Touchpad
    Keyboard Type Island
    Numpad No
    Backlight No
    Key Travel 1.6 mm
    Touchpad Surface Material Plastic
    Windows Precision No
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