Acer Switch SW512 i5 12 IPS SSD Convertible Black

MPN: NT.LDSAA.001  |  EAN: 0191114297797  |  Model: Switch SW512-52-55YD

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Choosist's Ratings

Acer Switch SW512 i5 12 IPS SSD Convertible Black - NT.LDSAA.001 Performance, Usage and Feature Ratings
Use Rating
College (Students)
Just Right
Watching Movies
Just Right
Browsing
Outstanding
Documents
Just Right
Email
Outstanding
Social Media
Outstanding
Short Journeys
Outstanding
Long Journeys
Very Good
Use Around the Office
Very Good
Use in Public Places
Very Good
Use At the Client's
Very Good
Carrying All the Time
Outstanding
Carrying Occasionally
Outstanding
Working in Low Light
Outstanding
Regular Look
Outstanding
Business Look
Outstanding
Serious Multitasking
Just Right
10 to 12 Inches
Outstanding
Outstanding
Windows
Outstanding
Touchscreen
Outstanding

Great for photo editing

Resolution of up to 2160 x 1440 pixels means you can work in greater detail

Running editing programs such as photoshop is possible due to the inclusion of 8 GB of RAM and the 2 cores-core processor.

Even more, you can render your image and design work with ease as this laptops comes with a robust graphics card with a strong 3Dmark benchmark score of 927 .

In addition, this laptop can be used night or day thanks to the built in back-lit keyboard.

The Memory card reader makes loading images from you camera straightforward.

It's good for academic research

As a student or researcher in the social or physical sciences, this device provides a good balance of portability (with it's 12 inches screen size) and performance so that you're free to roam the labs or libraries with a machine that can competently multi-task your data crunching, "multi-tabbed browsing" and the production of academic content.

All about the Films!

High quality video on your Switch SW512-52-55YD's Advanced resolution display

IPS screen technology makes video content richer and more viewable.

You won't have to struggle to pause or rewind in the dark with its backlit keyboard.

Music and Audio

Making your first steps in music editing? The Switch SW512-52-55YD has what it takes to deliver your audio craft.

Regular Stuff / Everyday Tasks

Spreadsheets, presentations and documents, are relatively undemanding, but the Intel Core i5-7200U processor and 8 GB RAM ensures even image laden files won't leave you watching the 'spinning wheel' on the Switch SW512-52-55YD

The Switch SW512-52-55YD makes surfing the web easy thanks to a reasonable hardware specification and fast, reliable b/g/n/ac WiFi connectivity.

Sending and receiving email is a relatively lightweight activity that the Switch SW512-52-55YD can comfortably handle. It also comes with of total storage so you never have to delete a message or attachment again.

Social networking is relatively lightweight, so the low power 2.5 GHz processor is ideal. With 10.5 hours battery life, you can stay connected between charges.

Battery life is fairly decent

Light and powerful, the 10.5 hours battery life of the Switch SW512-52-55YD allows it to be easily used all around the home for long periods without charging.

The Switch SW512-52-55YD is the perfect size working on the move. With a battery life of 10.5 hours, this is a machine that slips easily into a bag and goes everywhere with you without worrying too much about the next time you need a charge.

The Switch SW512-52-55YD allows you to stay productive even when you need to pop out for a few hours thanks to its portability and 10.5 hours battery life.

A long journey doesn’t mean wasted time with the Switch SW512-52-55YD thanks to its massive 10.5 hours battery life.

If you’re always on the move around your office, you need a laptop that moves with you. The Switch SW512-52-55YD offers 10.5 hours of battery life so you can swap desks as much as you like between charges.

Thanks to a 10.5 hours battery life, the Switch SW512-52-55YD lets you work and work and work while visiting client sites.

Suits your occasional mobility

As you'll be needing to move about now and then, it's 2.8 lbs weight should suit your needs just fine.

Great to use on the go!

Because this has got a weight measuring in at 2.8 lbs, it'll help you stay light and nimble. 

Working in the dark

The lights may be low, but that doesn’t mean you can’t work. The Switch SW512-52-55YD’s built-in 1 allows you to type accurately – even in the dark

Looks like your everyday laptop

It looks simple, capable and doesn't stand out in any particular way.

Looks very professional

It's got the traditional corporate look and will definitely blend in within the enterprise environment. 

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Product Description

If you want a premium laptop designed for the modern age, look no further than the Acer Switch - an exciting new design that plays on the features that you want most from a laptop. Using the latest technology, such as fingerprint recognition, Acer have produced an exciting alternative that puts a futuristic spin on classic designs, ensuring security, reliability and power while you use it. In fact, this is a laptop which is instantly personalizable to your needs, with a detachable screen and completely flexible hinges that allow you to share your screen with others and find the best mode for your uses, such as watching videos and playing games, for instance. What better screen to share than one in Full HD, with the powerful graphics to present crisp and smooth videos whatever your Wi-Fi connection? The Acer Switch focuses on high quality graphics that are set to instantly improve your digital experience.

Technical Specifications

Acer Switch SW512 i5 12 IPS SSD Convertible Black - NT.LDSAA.001 Technical Specifications
Specification Description
Design
Colour Black
Form Factor Convertible (Detachable)
Display
Display HD Type WQHD
Display Resolution 2160 x 1440 pixels
Display Size 12 inches
Display Technology Name IPS
Display Touchscreen Yes
Processor
Processor Architecture 64 Bit
Processor Cores 2 cores
Processor Family Intel Core i5
Processor Model Intel Core i5-7200U
Processor Speed 2.50 GHz
Processor Threads 4
Memory
RAM Size 8 GB
RAM Speed 1866 MHz
RAM Type LPDDR3-SDRAM
Storage
SSD Capacity 256 GB
Storage Total Capacity 256 GB
Storage Type SSD
Graphics
Graphics Card Model - Integrated Intel HD Graphics 620
Graphics Card Type Integrated
Networking
Network Bluetooth Type 4.0
Network Wireless Type b/g/n/ac
Ports & Interfaces
Docking Port 1
Memory Card Reader 1
Microphone 1
USB 3.0 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C Ports 1
USB 3.0/3.1 (Gen 1) Type-A Ports 1
Camera
Camera 1
Camera Resolution 1600 x 1200 pixels
Camera Resolution (Numeric) 2 MP
Keyboard
Keyboard Back-lit Yes
Software
Operating System Architecture 64 Bit
Operating System Name Microsoft Windows
Operating System Version Windows 10 Home
Battery
Battery Life 10.5 hours
Security
Fingerprint Reader Yes
Weight & Dimensions
Dimesnsions - Depth 20.18 cm
Dimesnsions - Height 1.59 cm
Dimesnsions - Width 29.29 cm
Weight 1.27 kg
Other Features
Ambient Light Sensor 1