Customer Ratings & Reviews

I am very happy with my laptop so far, at first it was iffy for me, but with a better Wi-Fi connection I quickly realized how amazing this laptop is :)

This was perfect because it has a free case that i can put my laptop.

This laptop has given me nothing but grief. The display constantly glitches and the graphics card driver needs to be reinstalled. I used an external monitor with my laptop, and it's not an issue with the monitor. My bluetooth devices often become disconnected after restarting. The whole laptop has shut down for no reason and no warning at all on multiple occasions. This is all incredibly annoying. This is the first Acer I've ever purchased, and it will definitely be my last!!

Great budget laptop. So glad I listened to the Bestbuy employee and steered clear of a Chromebook since it wouldn't have met my needs.

Pros Cons 1. Attractive HD IPS Touch Screen 1. 8GB RAM, not user-upgradable 2. Long battery life, even with video 2. Keyboard is not backlit 3. Light 3. Only 1 USB-C port In The Box: 1. Aspire 3 with AMD Ryzen 5 processor laptop 2. Carrying case 3. 40w Power Adapter and Charger 4. Setup Guide and warranty information A brief run-down and my experience so far with Aspire 3 model A315-24PT-R90Z with AMD Ryzen 5 7520U processor. It’s a good match for anyone looking for a relatively inexpensive, quiet, dependable “work horse,” rather than a muscular racehorse. It’s a solid value but there is no confusing it for anything but an entry tier model. Based on my use and how it stacks up to similarly priced competitors, I give it 4 of 5 stars. I deduced a star for the absence of a couple features I think it should have, despite its low price, which I’ll get into below. Aesthetically this Aspire 3 model is handsome. The steel blue metallic-look shell gives its otherwise simple design some excitement, but I could be biased since blue is my favorite color. In-hand, it has the familiar plastic feel. That shouldn’t be a surprise at this price level. But it possesses a satisfying rather than debilitating heft at 3.12lb (by my own scale). To me it actually feels lighter than it is and is easy to pack and unpack in my backpack. The included power adapter/charger adds another 5 oz to the payload. The external ports are a bit of “hit & miss,” perhaps to entice prospective buyers to bump up a model. The left side has a barrel power adapter jack, USB-C, full size HDMI 2.1 Out, and USB-A (3.2, Gen 1). The USB-C port is the real deal 3.2, Gen 2: 10 Gbps and can support a monitor with DisplayPort (extra adapter required) or can be used to charge the battery instead of the barrel port (you’ll have to supply your own USB-C cable and charger as only the barrel style power adapter/charger is included). That’s all great. The odd-ness of the port offerings to me comes on the right side of the laptop with another USB-A (3.2, Gen 1) port and a microphone/headphone jack. I understand providing one USB-A port with many legacy peripherals still around, but I really wish the other port was USB-C even if it was the slower 5 Gbps spec. USB-A is nearly out the door technologically. More and more of my accessories now are USB-C. So, two USB-A ports is both retro and clunky for a 2023 model that should last a few years. Also on the right side are the power and charging lights. I find this placement awkward because they are out of view unless you bend your head over and also are on the opposite side of the charging port. From a useability perspective the power and charge lights should be located near the power port. Opening the laptop, one finds the expected full-size keyboard. As a touch-typer, the keystroke feel is responsive, not mushy, yet, there is still something “off” about it that I can’t pinpoint. Maybe it’s the travel distance. It’s not a deal killer though, just could be better. What irks me more about the keyboard is it’s not backlit. Backlighting is a 20+ year old technology so it’s baffling Acer chose to exclude the feature in what is supposed to be a “business laptop”. I knew the keyboard wasn’t backlit going in. But it’s a huge miss, and something to consider if you use your laptop in dark or dimly lit places. I’m also not a fan of how the keyboard letters are decals rather than dyed in or printed on. My concern is that they will wear off. It also looks a bit cheesy when light hits it. Unlike premium laptops, the keyboard does not have a finger scanner for log-in. A four-digit PIN handles that task. Surprisingly, though, the keyboard does sport a slim number pad, something you don’t see in most laptops. It is a tight fit but a nice bonus, especially if you work on spreadsheets or just don’t like using the shift key. Be aware though that the inclusion of the number pad means the keyboard and touchpad are slightly off center to the screen. If you are a touch-typer this may through you off until you get use to the set up. That was my experience at least. The touchpad is well sized for a 15.6” laptop. I have smaller-than-average hands, but large hands should have no navigation problems. You can use it with tap gestures or traditional clicking. However, like the keyboard keys, I find the touch pad has a very plastic and unrewarding click feeling so I use tap and swipe gestures, which is faster anyway. The 1080p resolution IPS touch screen provides colorful, crisp, and pleasant viewing straight ahead and about 20 degrees on either side. Of course, an affordable model like this Aspire 3 isn’t going to provide the near full color gamut you find on high end laptops. But for school and typical business tasks, movie watching, and casual games, that’s not something you will notice. Text is distinctive and easy to read, even when slowly scrolling. In short, the screen is excellent for its intended purpose and the touch screen comes in handy too. There is also a 720p front camera for video conferencing. Windows 11 Home is preloaded onto the 512GB SSD. It’s not the fastest SSD but it’s still a major improvement over laptop hard drives of years past so no complaints. 512GB is a plenty of space for documents and a few office or school applications, games, and movies. If you intend on archiving your photos and videos get an external drive for that – actually get two so you have a backup. 8GB RAM is onboard and not upgradable. So check the minimum RAM requirements for the applications you use and how many you’ll have open when working before buying and remember Windows 11 will need about 4GB of the 8. 8GB is a bit chintzy even for a budget laptop given RAM prices these days and not being upgradable isn’t eco-friendly either because of its planned obsolescence. It’s one of the reasons I could not give this Aspire 3 5 stars. Big unknown here is how usable 8GB of RAM will be in future versions of Windows. For wireless it has Wi-Fi 6 rather than the updated Wi-Fi 6e and Bluetooth 5.2. Not having the latest and greatest here is of no consequence to me since I don’t own a WiFi 6e router. I suspect by the time I do have one this laptop will have been replaced already. As for Bluetooth, it syncs fine with my headphones. I don’t have any other BT accessories I use with this laptop. This Aspire 3 has an AMD Ryzen 5 7520U processor, comparable to a current low-end Intel i5 with integrated Intel graphics, typical of an entry business laptop. My experience so far has been great when limited to “everyday” tasks like using Office 365, web browsing, and video streaming. It can handle more resource intensive apps too like Photoshop and Lightroom editing large high resolution RAW files, but with a less satisfying experience and some patience required. I had noticeable delays that I do not get with higher end PCs using these apps. Overall, I have not been aggravated by excessive “spinning wheels”. In fact, working on the Aspire 3 has been a good experience; it’s nimble and responsive as long as you don’t ask it to do more than it was designed to do. It runs cool to the touch and the fan has only rarely kicked on when I’ve used it. In fact, I’ve only noticed it when mucking with settings or when Windows is updating. When the fan starts up though it can get loud to the point of being too much of a distraction. Perhaps the “crown jewel” feature of the Aspire 3 is its incredible battery life. Acer claims 11-hours. So, curiosity compelled me to test it, albeit unscientifically. I did two different 100% non-scientific tests, each on full batteries. First I streamed movies at 50% brightness until the battery died. Here I got an amazing 9.5 or so hours of video, more than I’d actually watch in a sitting, even on a very long plane trip. The second test was to turn off “sleep” and see how long it took for the battery to get to 5%. Again, brightness was at 50%. This test is meant to simulate office suite tasks since they don’t use much of processor. Performance here was pretty much on target of Acer’s claim, about 11 hours, which is impressive and makes this laptop very useful for all-day work when a plug isn’t nearby or convenient. Finally, for those curious what’s in the box. You get the Aspire 3 laptop, an A/C power brick/battery charger and cable, a brief setup guide, and a nice slim carrying case. I was surprised by the inclusion of the case because that’s not a typical laptop pack-in, even for ones costing 2 and 3 times as much. The unfortunate thing here is I have lots of laptop cases. What I don’t have is an Aspire 3 with a backlit keyboard. So I wish Acer had used the case $ for a better keyboard. But that, and the USB-A port that should be USB-C, and the non-upgradable 8GB RAM, aside, this Aspire 3 model is an excellent laptop for the money. It’s light, quiet (runs cool), has a sharp, easy on the eyes, HD IPS touch screen, and long battery life, and, oh yeah, a number pad too. So despite its shortcomings – and nothing is perfect under the sun – it’s one to closely consider if you are looking for a light to medium duty, lower cost laptop.

It works good and is perfect for my day to day tasks

It is laggy for big games but it does the job, love it!

Excellent but need it more space to save data For kids are good

I love this product and I’m very thankful for the salesperson that helped me in the store.

Love my acer laptop would buy another one if needed

Is OK but it makes noises sometimes. Is slow sometimes as well. I design, the rsgb colors seem ti be off.

I received this laptop 1/23/24 and my son used it for about 2.5 months before it got the “ blue screen of death”. It was really only used for Roblox and YouTube. I have restored it and I’ve done an sfc scan. It also won’t start in safe mode. I’m so frustrated!

This Acer Aspire 3 is an excellent choice for anyone that needs an affordable and capable Windows 11 Laptop. It has enough system memory and processing power to support most productivity needs. If you are a power user or a serious gamer, then this laptop is of course not the right choice. But in the middle range price tier, where it comfortably sits, it more than meets expectations. My significant other was eager to try this laptop out as she has a hybrid work schedule which consists of working from home and office and frequent travel. One feature that she especially liked is that there is a dedicated HDMI out, as she prefers the native HDMI aspect ratio for her primary monitor as opposed to the video output from a USB-C Hub.. As just mentioned, we are using this device with a portable USB-C Hub. The function of the USB-C port is flawless, which allows us to connect and disconnect our laptops on the fly without having to reconnect accessories. The USB-C port accepts [power and since we are using a Hub with power delivery, using the included power adapter is not necessary as the laptop is fully powered by the Hub. The laptop has enough ports to be used without a Hub with the exception of a SD card slot. Most Hubs have a SD card port, so this will not be a problem unless you are not planning on using a Hub, which I strongly recommend for all laptops with USB-C capability. We are using it as part of a dual monitor setup, but on its own the 15 inch 1080P internal display is suitable for watching videos or for use as a second or third display, which is how we are using it. The internal speakers sound typical for a laptop, so I strongly recommend headphones or an external speaker. The keyboard has a nice feel to it with a medium amount of travel. The keyboard is not backlit, but that is not to be expected at this price point. We will be using an external keyboard at home and when working away from home, but the laptop keyboard and touchpad are completely serviceable without an external mouse or keyboard. I like that it has a 10 key number pad which many laptops omit to save space. Battery life is excellent. Expect 10 to 12 hours of typical use per charge. It took about 2 hours to fully charge from zero. A proprietary charger is included but as I indicated earlier, the USB-C port can be used to charge the laptop, so I will likely never use the included charger.. At this price range you can’t go wrong with Acer Aspire 3. Acer makes fabulous products, and this laptop lives up to that expectation. It is attractive, lightweight, and an absolute pleasure to use. A nice added feature is that Acer has included a matching branded laptop sleeve. This is a very nice touch that I wish would become more standard..

Honestly if you’re looking for gaming this is not the one I would recommend it’s capped at 60 fps other than that perfect laptop.

Summary The laptop itself the screen is a large size giving plenty of working real estate and is clear. The laptop is a little bulky, just because of its size, but still doesn’t feel all that heavy. The included power supply is also small and compact, but not USB C. Keyboard seems to work well and has the extended number pad on the side with a big roomy trackpad. no backlighting, if that is important to you, but works well enough. No fingerprint scanner either, if that is important to you. Speakers are downward facing and do not output a lot of sound. In the two weeks since I have had it, it have never felt held back while using it. I have never felt it was sluggish or slowing me down. It seems it will easily do everything I need it to do. It has a screen, big enough to work on without really needing an external monitor, yet still has all day battery life allowing you to leave the charger at home. Despite its large size, it still seems light enough to carry all day. It really checks a lot of boxes. Usage This laptop is the first I have had with a number pad on the side of the keyboard. I was always worried that if I purchased a laptop with a number pad on the side like this has, it would be hard for me to adjust to not having my fingers centered under the screen. This actually was not the case at all. In fact, I barely even notice that my hands are not in the center. However, with that said, I would have happily given up the number pad to have upward facing speakers on either side of the keyboard. Inputs The keys and trackpad seem fine. It is a nice full size keyboard. No backlighting, but while I do actually like having a backlit keyboard, it has never been on my list of must have requirements. The trackpad is quite large. Not Macbook size, but probably the largest trackpad I have ever had on a laptop that was not on a Macbook. Ports While it does have USB C charging capability, it doesn’t actually come with a USB C charger. I understand having non USB C chargers on power hungry gaming laptops due to the limitations of USB C power delivery, but the charger that comes with this laptop is only 45W, so why not just skip the barrel connector charger completely and ship it with a USB C charger? It seems odd to include a barrel connector charger on a laptop device that has USB C charging capability and can charge just fine with a USB C charger, but in this case, I am glad it does have the barrel connector charger, because it only has one USB C port. This seems to be another odd choice to me. It has two USB A ports, but only one USB C port, and if you have the laptop plugged in and charging with USB C, you can’t plug in any other USB C devices. This can be solved to some extent by using a USB hub with power pass through, but only to some extent. Most USB C hubs don’t actually have USB C ports on them. They might have a USB A port or two, an HDMI port, maybe a network port or some SD Card slots, but typically not a USB C port. So, if you have USB C devices, like a USB C to HDMI adapter, or a USB C flash drive, or USB C headphones, you can use them with this laptop, but only if your laptop isn’t plugged in with a USB C charger. So being able to charge with USB C charging is a positive, but having USB C charging with only one single USB C port is a little disappointing. I would have much preferred to not have the barrel connector charger and had a second USB C port, even if it was data only. Display The display is generous in size and completely functional. It is a touch screen, but again this is something that is not in my list of requirements for a laptop, especially a laptop that is not a 2 in 1. I doubt the touch screen is something I will ever actually use. Would have been glad to give up a touchscreen for maybe a backlit keyboard. Speakers The speakers are downward facing, and quite frankly, they are not very loud. I actually only use a laptop’s speakers when I am mobile when working at home or in the office, it is usually going to be plugged into a monitor with speakers or a USB speakerphone anyway, so for those times when you are not tethered to a desk, they get the job done. When sitting on a flat surface so the sound gets reflected back they sound better, but if using the laptop on your lap, as I like to do, then the sound just projects away. The laptop also does have a good old fashioned headphone jack that you can use as well. I have actually finally made the switch, for the most part, to USB C earbuds though, because I do have some devices that can’t use standard headphones now. Well, since this only has one USB C port, if I am charging my laptop with it, I can't use my USB C earbuds. So I either need to carry the barrel connector power supply so I can use my USB C earbuds, or I need to carry some standard earbuds so I can use my USB C charger. Storage This sports 512GB of solid state storage. This is a generous amount of storage for what my needs are. However, I use micro SD cards on most of my other devices when I need more storage or storage I want to quickly move between devices. As this has no built in microsd slot, that is not really an option here. There are very small compact micro USB A converters though which almost disappear into a USB A port. I use these on some of my other devices with this issue, that I can use here as well, especially since it has two USB A ports, but I would still prefer to have a Micro sd slot built in. If this only had 64 or 128GB of built in storage, it might bother me more, but as this has 512GB, I can be more forgiving. Graphics performance I am not someone who plays all the latest and greatest games, but I do play games. Half Life, Portal, Bioshock. I wasn’t expecting much from this, but it plays them all perfectly. I installed Bioshock Remastered from my Steam Library and it handled it flawlessly. I also use Fusion 360. I use it on another laptop I have, which I thought was better than this one. It works on it, but always reminds me as I am using it that my graphics card may be limiting my performance. I installed Fusion 360 on this laptop and it seems to work fine. I was surprised. Carrying Case Was surprised to see this came with a convenient carrying sleeve. It is nice to have it included so I don’t have to try to figure out what size to order. The case is perfectly serviceable and protects the laptop if you have it in a larger bag, or lets you keep it protected if you carry it on its own. It is actually a bit bigger than I would have probably bought on my own with about an inch of empty space between the laptop and the zipper. Battery Life The claims for battery life for this are vast, especially considering how large of a display it has. I didn’t do any specific tests to run it down or anything like that, but I left the power supply at home one day and used it for an entire day unplugged and still had power to spare. So this means I can probably leave the charger at home. Anything beyond that for me is just icing on the cake. Narcolepsy Another interesting thing I noticed is, when I was using the laptop, on my lap, it would go to sleep seemingly at random. If I had the laptop in my lap, and I shifted my position, or went to get up, the screen would sometimes go blank and the laptop would go to sleep. I could then usually wake it up no problem. I might have to type in my password, and then I could keep working on it, until I moved again. It seemed this happened very frequently, when it was sitting in my lap. So I tried repeating the behavior, picking it up and putting it down on a table, or even a couch cushion, but it only happened when it was on my lap, but not all the time. Sometimes I couldn’t make it happen in my lap either. It seemed, to me at the time, to be random, and I was getting pretty frustrated. As I said before though, I did figure out what was causing it. I carry a wallet with a magnetic money clip in my right front pocket. When the laptop is sitting on my lap, my right front pocket, and my wallet, are right around the bottom front right corner of the trackpad. If my wallet gets anywhere near the front right hand corner of the trackpad, the laptop goes to sleep. I assume there must be a hall effect sensor there that detects a magnet in the top of the screen when it is closed. So, if I want to work with this laptop actually sitting on my lap, I have to take my wallet out of my pocket. Not something I have ever encountered before with any other laptop. Finally, just as I was going to post this review, after having used this for nearly two weeks, I came to the laptop in the morning and it was off/asleep, and would not turn on. I tried and tried and I couldn’t get it to turn on. I thought, maybe the battery drained? I couldn’t remember if it had been plugged in or not, so I plugged it in with its original charger for a couple of hours and then triedd to turn it on again and I couldn’t seem to get it to wake up or turn on. Finally, all of a sudden, it just did. It started up perfectly fine and once it was powered up, I checked the battery level and it was 100%, so I am not sure what happened there, but I thought it was bricked for a minute. Problems After I had been using the laptop daily for about a week, I went to open it one day, and I didn’t get a blue screen, but I did get a screen saying my laptop was “attempting automatic repairs” and then another screen saying the repairs for my laptop failed. I turned it off and back on again and it seemed fine after that. Not sure what that was about, but seemed like another Windows thing. I am also not a fan of the constant pop up ads for offers from Acer. Final Conclusion While there are other tradeoffs, the only big misses for me were 1) Not shipping it with a USB C charger (easily remedied if you already have one), and 2) Not having a second USB C port. Other than that, this seems like a great little laptop and would meet the needs of most users. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend it.

In this digital world who doesn't need/want a great PC at their fingertips. I was pretty happy to be able to get this laptop after my old one gave up on me. Not only is the color beautiful but it also comes with a nice looking sleeve that you can keep it in; which I really like! I use my acer laptop for pretty much everything from shopping for clothes, food, and devices to paying bills, looking for a new places to rent. The acer aspire's battery life is up to 11 hours which I like because the one I had was like 4 hours and it was constant charging. Now, with the aspire 3 I don't have to worry about constantly charging it. Moreover, I can be super confident when using it that I can complete every task I need to without any hassles of it dying quickly on me. The touch screen feature works great, I love it! The speakers don't have the best quality sound however, I don't care much for that whenever I watch something on the aspire I just either use headphones or my bluetooth speakers. I really like that given the amount of time I tend to use this laptop it doesn't overheat like my old one use to do. This is a plus for anyone like me who has to use it for many tasks at a given time throughout the week. Overall, acer aspire 3 has won me over with it's functionality.

I recently purchased the Aspire 3 Laptop, and I couldn't be happier with my decision. This laptop has truly surpassed my expectations and has become an essential part of my daily life. Allow me to share my enthusiastic review of the Aspire 3. First and foremost, the performance of this laptop is outstanding. Equipped with a powerful processor and ample RAM, it effortlessly handles my multitasking needs. Whether I'm working on multiple applications, streaming videos, or engaging in intensive tasks, the Aspire 3 delivers smooth and responsive performance without any lag or slowdown. It has significantly boosted my productivity and made my computing experience a breeze. The display quality of the Aspire 3 is fantastic. The 15.6-inch screen offers vibrant colors, sharp details, and excellent brightness. Whether I'm editing photos, watching movies, or simply browsing the web, the visuals are clear, crisp, and enjoyable. The wider viewing angles ensure that I can comfortably view the screen from different positions, providing a truly immersive experience. The build quality of the Aspire 3 is impressive. It features a sleek and modern design that exudes elegance. The laptop feels solid and durable, with a well-constructed keyboard that offers comfortable typing and a responsive touchpad for smooth navigation. It's also lightweight and slim, making it easy to carry around for work or travel. The overall design aesthetic is pleasing, and the laptop's durability ensures it can withstand the rigors of daily use. Battery life is another highlight of the Aspire 3. I am amazed at how long it can last on a single charge. With its efficient power management, it easily provides me with several hours of usage, allowing me to work, browse, and stream without constantly worrying about finding a power outlet. This extended battery life has been a game-changer for me, especially during long flights or when working from locations with limited access to power. In terms of connectivity, the Aspire 3 offers a range of options to suit my needs. It features multiple USB ports, an HDMI port, and an SD card slot, allowing me to connect various peripherals and devices effortlessly. The Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity are reliable and fast, ensuring seamless wireless communication and hassle-free connectivity with other devices. In conclusion, the Aspire 3 Laptop is a fantastic device that delivers exceptional performance, stunning display quality, solid build, impressive battery life, and versatile connectivity options. It is a reliable workhorse that meets the demands of both personal and professional use. Whether you're a student, a professional, or a casual user, the Aspire 3 is an excellent choice. I wholeheartedly recommend It.

When unpacking the Acer Aspire 3 the first thing I noticed is the beautiful blue color of this laptop. I am used to having silver or black laptops - so this was a nice "feature". If you are looking for a decent laptop at an affordable price that can do things for school or work - this is a good option. The Acer Aspire 3 is a 15.6" touch screen laptop that comes with Windows 11. It is a lightweight computer weighing in at 3.92 pounds. This is very benficial when carrying it for school or traveling for work. I don't use my laptop for anything that I could test the processor or graphics for. I use it for email, data entry, posting on social media for work and creating some graphics on Canva. Nothing too fancy. This laptop is able to handle all of that. Although this laptop is touchscreen - it does not fold back to be able to use like a tablet. It comes with 2 USB ports, 1 Type C USB port, and 1 HDMI port. One thing that is a little different about this laptop to be aware of: the keypad is a little smaller and could take some getting used to. All in all, this was easy to set-up and has been easy to use. I would recoemmend for an affordable laptop option.

If you are looking for a laptop that can do general every day tasks with snap in its step, this Acer Aspire 3 fits the bill. This is a capable laptop with AMD Ryzen 5 7520U, Radeon Graphics, 8GB RAM, 512GB NVMe SSD and 10 point touchscreen. I have never had a need to put all 10 fingers on the screen, but it registers them individually. With two USB 3.2 Type A and one USB Type C with DP, HDMI 2.1, Bluetooth 5.2, 3.5mm headphone/mic port and 802.11ax wireless you can be connected to pretty much anything. Compact keyboard layout with 17 key numpad that takes a little adjusting to get used to the compact format with no backlight. The display is sharp and crisp, but not very bright and has a very small sweet spot as far as viewing angle. Even though it is touchscreen, it does not fold all the way around to be treated like a tablet. Sound from the speakers is really tiny, my phone sounds louder. Speaking of tiny, the power adapter is worryingly tiny. I have had many laptops over the years and the power port is usually the first thing to cause issues. This one is so small that it feels like it will be quicker than others. This is the type of laptop that is perfect for someone that just needs something that can access the internet and do common productivity application type work. Not really powerful enough to do anything like major video editing or gaming but still snappy enough to maintain multiple tabs while browsing. It even comes with its own padded storage bag. Overall, not a bad laptop for someone just starting out with needing one for something like classwork or video conference meetings. Slightly annoying with the Acer and Mcafee ads popping up from time to time but easily removed.

The Acer Aspire 3 is a very solid option for anyone looking for an easy to use laptop for school, work, etc. It's nice to see a return to decent spec'd products for reasonable prices instead of more of the craziness that we got to see with tech prices during the pandemic. This laptop will be more than capable to any students, teachers, office workers, etc. that are looking for a nice simple Windows 11 based laptop to do their work on. It comes with a 4 core, 8 thread Ryzen 5 processor running at 2.8 (up to 4.3) Ghz, which also has integrated Radeon graphics. Along with a 512gb SSD, and 8 GB of LPDDR5, it should be more than enough to handle light to medium workloads. It has 2 usb 3 ports(type a), 1 HDMI 2.1 slot, 1 usb 3.2(type-c) port, and the elusive headphone jack. It also has a nice 1080p display which also doubles as a touchscreen, which is a great feature to have for many situations, for example, if you need to e-sign a document then you can use your finger instead of worrying about how bad your signature will come out using the trackpad or a mouse. I love the simple design and the blue color. The included travel case is very nice and was an unexpected addition. I would not buy this laptop expecting to be able to game on it, if there is anyone looking for potentially one system for both work and play. Although this has a Ryzen 7000 series cpu and radeon graphics, I would look towards more gaming oriented options that would have the hardware capable of handling more intense games. This laptop would work for browser games and less intense games like indie games and may even be able to handle a large variety of titles as it has a decent amount of ram and processing power, but in most scenarios, I would not use this to play games on. All that being said, This Acer Aspire 3 is a very good laptop. It has decent battery life, decent storage, memory, and processing power. For the price range that it's in, I think it will do very well and could maybe become a go to option. For anyone using Windows 10, or older, that wants to give Windows 11 a try, something like this could be a good option. Windows 11 set-up does take a decent bit of time to get through and I did spent some extra time deleting a lot of the unnecessary apps that come on the laptop, but once you get through all of that, you will have a nice experience using this laptop.