Apple MacBook Pro A1989
Score: 79/100
Acer Aspire Premium
Score: 68/100Rankings
The 2020 13-inch MacBook Pro with M1 offers exceptional performance, battery life and a vibrant Retina display, but its limited ports and fixed memory/storage keep it from being a universal powerhouse.
The Acer Aspire Premium Slim Laptop combines a 13th-gen Intel i3 processor, a bright 15.6" Full HD IPS display and a spacious 512 GB SSD in a thin, lightweight chassis, making it a solid choice for students and everyday users. However, its integrated graphics, plastic build and occasional specification confusion keep it from being a premium offering.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
20 hoursbest | — | |
8 GB | 16 GBbest | |
13.3 inches | 15.6 inchesbest | |
256 GB | 512 GBbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 1.17 kgbest | 1.79 kg |
2 countbest | 2 countbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 212.3 mmbest | 355.6 mm |
— | 3 countbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(2) | ||
Processor Model | Apple M1 | Intel Core i3-1305U |
Graphics GPU Model | Intel Iris Plus Graphics 645 | Intel UHD Graphics |
Memory & Storage(3) | ||
RAM Capacity (GB) | 8 GB | 16 GB |
Storage Type | PCIe | NVMe SSD |
Storage Capacity (GB) | 256 GB | 512 GB |
Software(1) | ||
Operating System | macOS | Windows 11 |
Display(1) | ||
Display Size (inches) | 13.3 inches | 15.6 inches |
Battery & Power(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 1.17 kg | 1.79 kg |
Thickness (mm) | 212.3 mm | 355.6 mm |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Wi‑Fi Standard | 802.11ac | Wi‑Fi 6 |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers lauded the M1's groundbreaking performance, outstanding battery endurance and silent fanless design, while noting the limited port selection and fixed 8 GB RAM as drawbacks.
Everyday users love the all-day battery and quiet operation, but many complain about the tight 8 GB RAM, low-resolution camera and need for dongles.
Professional reviewers appreciate the Aspire Premium Slim line for packing modern connectivity, a bright Full HD display into a thin chassis, especially the Ryzen 7 model, but note the limitation of Windows 11 S mode and the lack of a dedicated GPU for power users.
Everyday users commonly praise the fast Windows experience, clear webcam, comfortable backlit keyboard and portability, while repeatedly complaining about confusing RAM/storage specs, the occasional heavy-weight listing and the restrictions imposed by S mode.
“Battery lasts all day - I don't even carry a charger anymore.”
“It replaced my desktop. I run Final Cut Pro, Chrome with 50 tabs, and Slack - no lag.”
“So quiet. I forgot laptops could be this peaceful.”
