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Acer Aspire 3 15.6" FHD IPS Laptop: AMD Ryzen 3 7320u (4C/8T), 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD $498 + Delivery ($0 C&C) @ Harvey Norman

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Acer Aspire 3 15.6" FHD IPS Laptop: AMD Ryzen 3 7320u (4C/8T), 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD $498 + Delivery ($0 C&C) @ Harvey Norman
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shellshocked on 20/06/2023 - 12:49 harveynorman.com.au (1670 clicks)
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Windows 11 Home
Aspire 3 A315-24P
15w AMD Ryzen 3-7320U Processor (4 cores/8 threads) (6nm Zen 2 based)
15.6" FHD 1920 x 1080 Resolution
Onboard Graphics Radeon 610M RDNA2
256GB PCIe NVMe SSD
8GB RAM LPDDR5
802.11ax, Bluetooth 5.2
1.7Kg
1x HDMI, 1x USB 3.2 (Type C, Gen 2), 2x USB 3.2 (Type A, Gen1), 3.5mm audio jack.

Reviews indicate that it has good battery life and matches the official numbers for productivity and video playback of up to 12hrs.

If you want to see gaming performance ETA prime has a video.

https://youtu.be/m3LJke5OoLc

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  • SWill on 20/06/2023 - 13:38
    +2

    Can we upgrade Ram to 16GB?

    • Kanjus on 20/06/2023 - 13:48
      +2

      Nope soldered :(
      https://youtu.be/w-DKrRRw-jo

      • Geekomatic on 20/06/2023 - 15:22
        +5

        They can solder RAM to the board but can't solder sockets? RAM is one of those things that does go bad. Then what? Toss an entire laptop into the rising landfill, and for no good reason. I despise this about laptops now.

        • shroomish on 20/06/2023 - 19:41

          Just run a VM with adequate RAM.

        • Matt86 on 29/06/2023 - 18:34

          Yeah I've seen laptops at work that were near the end of their warranty.. They had to replace the entire mainboard for a singular Memory chip going bad. It's literally just planned obsolescence, it doesn't make the device significantly smaller in the case of a laptop I feel.

  • Naigrabzo on 20/06/2023 - 13:41

    Thanks! How is Acer for longevity? Good build quality?

    • Wampus on 20/06/2023 - 13:54
      +1

      Traditionally not, especially with the Aspire series, but it has got better on the back of trying to enter the EDU market etc. You could do a lot worse at this price point

      • Naigrabzo on 20/06/2023 - 14:33
        -6

        Thanks. It's so hard to buy a windoze machine after using a Macbook pro 13 incher from 2015 (Got it for $1300! via OZB deal).

        • hjcoggan on 25/06/2023 - 13:58

          If it still works fine, why not use Open Core Patcher to get it on Ventura, and replace the battery? Could probably get another ~2 years out of it.

      • Naigrabzo on 20/06/2023 - 15:42

        Traditionally is it even usable say at 5 years?

        • shxhshzhz on 20/06/2023 - 16:22

          It can last 5 as long as it is not abused. However, coming from a mb pro to a budget laptop may be challenging

          • Naigrabzo on 21/06/2023 - 10:44

            @shxhshzhz: I have tried to swap to windoze machines but never found one with a good trackpad. MBP track pad is so bullet proof. Almost never registers fake gestures etc.

            I have tried a $1500 HP, $1600 DELL but got rid of them in favour of better trackpad. I can't carry a mouse around.

            I don't abuse my computers but do need to open and close few times per day.

    • ram4ram on 20/06/2023 - 20:29

      Mine's like 7 years old, and was 2nd hand.

      I have to treat it very gently, the hinge will literally snap if i treat it like my Macbook.

      With my Macbook - abuse it, and it can handle it, no problem.

      With my Acer - treat it with GREAT care, or it will literally snap. This includes opening the lid, that is the most stressful time.

      Other than that, the Acer was GREAT value.

  • Kanjus on 20/06/2023 - 13:52
    +3

    Soldered ram, no backlit kb, 258 nits

  • shxhshzhz on 20/06/2023 - 14:01
    +1

    Much better than the 588 at bing lee good find. Try matching at bing lee if you don't support Gerry, however Bing Lee online staff are extremely stubborn

  • Kaisare on 20/06/2023 - 14:55

    Anyone know the sRGB/NTSC coverage for this screen? Not expecting miracles but good to know.

    • floorprawn on 24/06/2023 - 13:37
      +1

      Bit of a delayed reply, but for anyone still interested I've measured one: 56% sRGB, 40% DCI-P3. 400:1 contrast ratio and 214 nits max brightness. Viewing angles from hell. It's the worst sort of TN panel.

  • Jimbuscus on 20/06/2023 - 14:59
    +1

    That's the first ZEN2 under 7000 I've seen.

  • mrdesengo on 20/06/2023 - 14:59

    Need a laptop for my 14yo son purely for school work and light youtube.
    This a viable option or a ~$700 lenovo chromebook?
    I personally like the CB for simplicity, weight, and battery life. But a full fledged laptop has some small upsides.
    Any insight is appreciated.

    • Kanjus on 20/06/2023 - 15:28
      +2

      Windows laptops and chromebooks are very different beasts.
      If you have $700 budget, I would look for a refurbished 2yo surface laptop with warranty
      Like this for $630..
      https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Microsoft-Surface-Laptop-3-15-AM…

    • 16k-zx81 on 20/06/2023 - 15:28
      +1

      For this money you would be way better off getting a refurb ThinkPad or Probook.

    • Naigrabzo on 20/06/2023 - 15:41
      +1

      He will most certainly drop it a few times. Consider that too.

  • mrdesengo on 20/06/2023 - 16:15

    Im sure he will. My concerns come from him not being tech savvy (only ever used an iphone, no pc or android). Pretty sure with pc he will get malware instantly.
    I will be sending the pc interstate so i wont be able to fix or supervise. His mum has even less tech exp than him.
    A CB would be a safer more rail road experience for a child no? Though a pc is appealing to me…. argh

    • Look Up on 20/06/2023 - 17:21
      +1

      Get the Chromebook so you can sleep at night

      If this is the $700 Lenovo you are talking about, save $100 and get the Acer with the bigger screen

    • Kanjus on 20/06/2023 - 21:39

      Chromebook is simple and great for younger primary kids but a super frustrating experience for teens. Tons of compatibility issues still. Go with a pc.

    • Series4Episode10 on 21/06/2023 - 08:19

      Time to learn … so scary to try something new!? … and he can have the joy of needing the hing(s) replaced or learn how to as these POS's suffer from that, not just one in 100, 50, 10 or 5 … literally every single unit!

    • Naigrabzo on 21/06/2023 - 10:45

      Besides he will need to game as well. I have a few nephews and ALL of them game. It must a younger generation thing to game alot.

  • Purkulator on 20/06/2023 - 20:30

    This deal or the dell deal is better?
    https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/782225

    • braddsey on 28/06/2023 - 10:04

      I’m interested in this too. 15% cashrewards @ Dell, so price is basically the same.

  • aussieprepper on 21/06/2023 - 08:01
    +1

    As a AMD fan boy, its a bit disappointing to see them release a CPU with the AMD Ryzen 3 7320u naming but its using ZEN 2 architecture.

  • Series4Episode10 on 21/06/2023 - 08:16
    +1

    Broken ass hinges a norm on this and all cheap Acer rubbish at this time!

  • pxrnm on 25/06/2023 - 17:36

    Anyone bought the care option from HN for this? Is it worrh it.

  • BigBarbieBanger on 26/06/2023 - 11:05
    +1

    LPDDR5 speed is 5500 according to Acer, which is pretty amazing at this price point, and will help for any retro 720p gaming. Unfortunately this notebook has a TN screen, not IPS, according to info I received from Acer today.

    Battery life, staying cool under load, and quiet fan noise are all standouts for this notebook IMO.

    • shellshocked on 26/06/2023 - 14:58

      I don't think Acer support themselves know what the specifications are.Which is expected! It definitely has an IPS display as indicated by all the reviews.

      https://laptopmedia.com/au/review/acer-aspire-3-a315-24p-rev…

      "Acer Aspire 3 (A315-24P) is equipped with a Full HD IPS panel, model number BOE NV156FHM-N48 (BOE0A56). It comes with a 60Hz refresh rate. Its diagonal is 15.6″ (39.6 cm), and the resolution – 1920 x 1080p."

      • BigBarbieBanger on 26/06/2023 - 15:50
        +1

        I've seen that (good) review. I'd love it to be true in this case, "what we are really happy about is the fact there is only one display option – a 1080p IPS unit. This kills almost every competition in its price range."

        I just know that different markets around the globe can ship with different components, including screens, and sometimes the Australian market gets older stuff. If anyone has purchased or seen this in store, perhaps they can clear it up for us?

        This Acer is not on shelves here in Darwin for me to check.

        I did see an similarly specced Asus notebook for $719 here, which I loved except for the lousy TN screen. https://www.thegoodguys.com.au/asus-vivobook-go-156-inches-r…

        If this Acer has an IPS screen for $500, I'd get one sent up.

  • Volkor on 02/07/2023 - 20:58

    OOS :(

  • capslock janitor on 03/07/2023 - 21:39

    ANY 3X USB A'S?

  • jayzee on 03/07/2023 - 23:45

    I bought Acer Aspire 3 in March, the display sucks, the color is bleak, and viewing angle is limited. You better check it out in store before you make the purchase.

    • jayzee on 03/07/2023 - 23:56

      The one I bought probably was not IPS, but it's the worst FHD screen I've seen so far.

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