Choose Aspire Go 15 if you need:
- Processor Model at Intel N100 (vs Intel Core i5-8250U)
- GPU Model at Intel UHD Graphics (vs NVIDIA GeForce MX150)
- Installed Memory at 8 GB (vs 4 GB)
- Storage Capacity at 128 GB (vs 256 GB)
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Aspire Go 15 vs Aspire A517-51G
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models Aspire Go 15 and Aspire A517-51G within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | Aspire Go 15 | Aspire A517-51G |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| General | ||
| Brand | Acer | Acer |
| Product Family | Aspire | Acer Aspire 5 |
| Model | Aspire Go 15 | Aspire A517-51G |
| Model Number | AG15-31P-C4GP | Aspire A517-51G |
| Part Number / SKU | NX.KRYET.004 | — |
| Launch Year | 2025 year | 2018 year |
| Form Factor | Clamshell | Clamshell |
| Laptop Category | Education / Budget | Mainstream |
| Color | Silver | — |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Home | Windows 10 |
| Operating System Architecture | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| Processor | ||
| Processor Manufacturer | Intel | Intel |
| Processor Family | Intel Processor N-series | Intel Core i5 |
| Processor Model | Intel N100 | Intel Core i5-8250U |
| Processor Generation | Alder Lake-N | 8th Gen (Kaby Lake R) |
| CPU Architecture | x86-64 | Kaby Lake R |
| CPU Process Node | 7 nm | 14 nm |
| CPU Cores | 4 cores | 4 cores |
| Performance Cores | 0 cores | — |
| Efficiency Cores | 4 cores | 0 cores |
| CPU Threads | 4 threads | 8 threads |
| CPU Base Clock | — | 1.6 GHz |
| CPU Max Boost Clock | 3.4 GHz | 3.4 GHz |
| L2 Cache | — | 1 MB |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB | 6 MB |
| Processor Base Power | 6 W | 15 W |
| Maximum Processor Power | — | 25 W |
| CPU Manageability Technology | No vPro | Intel Standard Manageability; Intel vPro eligible only in supported business configurations |
| Graphics | ||
| Graphics Type | Integrated | Discrete |
| GPU Manufacturer | Intel | NVIDIA |
| GPU Model | Intel UHD Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce MX150 |
| GPU Architecture | — | Pascal |
| VRAM Capacity | 0 GB | 2 GB |
| VRAM Type | Shared system memory | GDDR5 |
| GPU TGP | — | 25 W |
| GPU Boost Clock | — | 1532 MHz |
| Maximum External Displays | 3 displays | 3 displays |
| Maximum External Resolution | 4096 x 2160 @ 60Hz | 7680 x 4320 @ 60 Hz |
| Memory | ||
| Installed Memory | 8 GB | 4 GB |
| Maximum Memory | 16 GB | 20 GB |
| Memory Type | LPDDR5 | DDR4 |
| Memory Speed | 4800 MT/s | 2400 MT/s |
| Memory Form Factor | Onboard | 4 GB onboard + 1 SO-DIMM |
| Memory Slots | 0 slots | 1 slots |
| Memory Slots Used | 0 slots | 1 slots |
| Memory Upgradeable | No | Yes |
| Memory Channels | Single-channel | Dual-channel capable |
| Storage | ||
| Primary Storage Type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage Capacity | 128 GB | 256 GB |
| Storage Interface | PCIe NVMe | SATA III / PCIe NVMe |
| Storage PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | — |
| Storage Form Factor | M.2 | M.2 + 2.5-inch |
| Installed Storage Drives | 1 drives | 1 drives |
| Maximum Storage Drives | 1 drives | 2 drives |
| M.2 Storage Slots | 1 slots | 1 slots |
| 2.5-inch Drive Bay | — | Yes |
| RAID Support | No | — |
| Card Reader | — | Yes |
| Card Reader Formats | — | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card Reader Standard | — | UHS-I |
| Display | ||
| Display Size | 15.6 inch | 17.3 inch |
| Display Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Resolution Class | FHD | FHD |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | LED-backlit LCD |
| Panel Type | IPS | IPS |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Display Brightness | — | 250 nits |
| Color Depth | — | 8-bit |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Display Finish | Anti-glare | Anti-glare |
| Viewing Angle | — | 160° degree |
| Flicker-Free | — | Yes |
| Camera & Biometrics | ||
| Webcam Resolution | 720p HD | 720p HD |
| Webcam Frame Rate | — | 30 fps |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Configuration | 2 speakers | 2 speakers |
| Audio Technology | Acer PurifiedVoice | Acer TrueHarmony |
| Microphone Configuration | Built-in microphone | Digital microphone |
| Audio Jack | — | Yes |
| Keyboard & Input | ||
| Keyboard Type | Keyboard with AcerSense, Caps Lock and microphone-mute indicators | Full-size island-style keyboard |
| Keyboard RGB Zones | 0 | — |
| Numeric Keypad | — | Yes |
| Touchpad Type | Microsoft Precision Touchpad | Multi-touch precision touchpad |
| Wireless & Networking | ||
| Wi-Fi Standard | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Wi-Fi IEEE Standard | 802.11ax | 802.11ac |
| Wi-Fi Bands | 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz | 2.4 GHz; 5 GHz |
| Wi-Fi Spatial Streams | — | 1x1 |
| Wi-Fi Module | — | Acer wireless module |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.1+ | 4.1 |
| Ethernet | — | Yes |
| Ethernet Speed | — | 10/100/1000 Mbps |
| WWAN | No | No |
| SIM Slot | — | — |
| Ports & Expansion | ||
| USB Type-A Port Count | 2 ports | 3 ports |
| USB Type-A Specifications | 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A | USB 3.x Type-A |
| USB Type-C Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| USB Type-C Specifications | 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C | USB 3.x Type-C; DisplayPort Alt Mode where supported |
| USB4 Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| Thunderbolt Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| HDMI Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| HDMI Version | — | HDMI |
| DisplayPort Output | — | USB-C DisplayPort Alt Mode |
| RJ-45 Port Count | 0 ports | 1 ports |
| 3.5 mm Audio Combo Port Count | — | 1 ports |
| SD Card Slot Count | 0 ports | 1 ports |
| microSD Card Slot Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| Smart Card Reader | No | No |
| Security Lock Slot | — | Yes |
| Internal PCIe Slots | — | 1 M.2 storage slot(s) |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Battery Capacity | 50 Wh | 48 Wh |
| Battery Cells | — | 4 cells |
| Battery Chemistry | Li-ion | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Life | 11.5 hours | — |
| Power Adapter | 65 W | 65 W |
| Power Connector | — | Barrel power connector |
| Dimensions & Build | ||
| Width | 362.9 mm | 423.3 mm |
| Depth | 239.7 mm | 289.9 mm |
| Thickness | 18.9 mm | 28.25 mm |
| Weight | 1.75 kg | 3 kg |
| Chassis Material | — | Plastic |
| Lid Material | — | Plastic |
| Base Material | — | Plastic |
| Hinge Opening Angle | — | 135 degree |
| MIL-STD Testing | — | Not claimed |
| IP Rating | — | — |
| Security & Manageability | ||
| TPM | — | TPM 2.0 |
| BIOS / UEFI Password Support | — | Yes |
| Drive Password Support | — | Yes |
| Secure Boot | — | Yes |
| Enterprise Manageability | — | Consumer BIOS/UEFI management |
| Smart Card Support | — | No |
| BIOS Recovery / Self-Healing | — | BIOS recovery supported |
| Certifications & Sustainability | ||
| ENERGY STAR | — | Not claimed |
| EPEAT | — | Not claimed |
| TCO Certified | — | Not claimed |
| RoHS Compliance | — | Yes |
| Recycled Materials | 30% post-consumer recycled plastic in bottom cover; 100% recyclable packaging | Not claimed |
| Environment & Warranty | ||
| Operating Temperature | — | 5 to 35 °C |
| Operating Humidity | — | 10 to 90 (non-condensing) % RH |
| Storage Temperature | — | -20 to 60 °C |
| Warranty | 1 years | 1 years |
| Warranty Type | Carry-in (International Travelers Warranty) | Limited hardware warranty; region dependent |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose Aspire A517-51G if you need:
- Processor Model at Intel Core i5-8250U (vs Intel N100)
- GPU Model at NVIDIA GeForce MX150 (vs Intel UHD Graphics)
- Installed Memory at 4 GB (vs 8 GB)
- Storage Capacity at 256 GB (vs 128 GB)
What is the difference between Aspire Go 15 and Aspire A517-51G?
Aspire Go 15 and Aspire A517-51G share specifications such as Display Resolution (1920 x 1080), Brand (Acer), Form Factor (Clamshell), Operating System Architecture (64-bit).
The main differences: Processor Model (Aspire Go 15: Intel N100, Aspire A517-51G: Intel Core i5-8250U); GPU Model (Aspire Go 15: Intel UHD Graphics, Aspire A517-51G: NVIDIA GeForce MX150); Installed Memory (Aspire Go 15: 8 GB, Aspire A517-51G: 4 GB); Storage Capacity (Aspire Go 15: 128 GB, Aspire A517-51G: 256 GB).
Aspire Go 15 may suit users who need its differing values, while Aspire A517-51G benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.