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Acer Aspire 3 A315-21G-973W
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Main specs
| Processor | AMD A9 A9-9420 3GHz |
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| Screen | 15.6" 1366x768 LCD |
| Hard drive | 1TB HDD |
| RAM | 6GB DDR4-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 10 Home |
| Graphics card | AMD Radeon 520 2GB GDDR5 |
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Full specifications of Acer Aspire 3 A315-21G-973W
| Reference / Part Number | NX.GQ4EF.001 |
|---|---|
| Release date | November 2017, 8 years ago |
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
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| Product colour | Black |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 39,6 cm |
|---|---|
| Display resolution | 1366 x 768 pixels |
| Touchscreen | No |
| HD type | HD |
| Panel type | LCD |
| LED backlight | Yes |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 |
Processor
| Processor family | AMD A9 |
|---|---|
| Processor manufacturer | AMD |
| Processor model | A9-9420 |
| Processor frequency | 3 GHz |
| Processor generation | 7th Generation AMD A9-Series APUs |
| Processor boost frequency | 3,6 GHz |
| Processor cores | 2 |
| Processor threads | 2 |
| Processor cache | 1 MB |
Memory
| Internal memory | 6 GB |
|---|---|
| Maximum internal memory | 12 GB |
| Internal memory type | DDR4-SDRAM |
Storage
| Total storage capacity | 1000 GB |
|---|---|
| Storage media | HDD |
| Optical drive type | No |
| Number of HDDs installed | 1 |
| HDD capacity | 1000 GB |
| HDD interface | SATA |
| HDD speed | 5400 RPM |
| Card reader integrated | No |
Graphics
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
|---|---|
| Discrete graphics card | Yes |
| Discrete graphics card model | AMD Radeon 520 |
| On-board graphics card model | AMD Radeon R5 |
| Discrete graphics card memory | 2 GB |
| Discrete graphics memory type | GDDR5 |
Audio
| Number of built-in speakers | 2 |
|---|---|
| Built-in microphone | Yes |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
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| Front camera resolution (numeric) | 0,3 MP |
| Front camera resolution | 640 x 480 pixels |
Network
| Bluetooth | Yes |
|---|---|
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Wi-Fi standards | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 10,100,1000 Mbit/s |
Ports & interfaces
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 2 |
|---|---|
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 1 |
| HDMI ports quantity | 1 |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
| DVI port | No |
| Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
| Docking connector | No |
| Charging port type | DC-in jack |
Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | Yes |
|---|---|
| Pointing device | Touchpad |
| Windows keys | Yes |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 10 Home |
|---|---|
| Operating system architecture | 64-bit |
Battery
| Battery capacity | 37 Wh |
|---|---|
| Battery technology | Lithium Polymer (LiPo) |
| Number of battery cells | 2 |
| Battery capacity | 4810 mAh |
| Battery life (max) | 5,5 h |
Power
| AC adapter power | 45 W |
|---|---|
| AC adapter frequency | 50 - 60 Hz |
| AC adapter input voltage | 100 - 240 V |
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 2,1 kg |
|---|---|
| Width | 381,6 mm |
| Depth | 259 mm |
| Height | 21,6 mm |
| Height (front) | 2,16 cm |
| Height (rear) | 2,16 cm |
Packaging content
| Manual | Yes |
|---|---|
| Power cord included | Yes |
Other features
| AC adapter included | Yes |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Acer Aspire 3 A315-21G-973W good for gaming?
You can game on it, though this laptop was not built for it: it carries the dedicated AMD Radeon 520. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
How long does the battery of the Acer Aspire 3 A315-21G-973W last?
The manufacturer declares up to 5,5 h of battery life. Real duration depends on brightness, workload and battery health.
What is the screen of the Acer Aspire 3 A315-21G-973W like?
It carries a 15.6" 1366x768 LCD display.
Which processor and graphics card does the Acer Aspire 3 A315-21G-973W have?
It runs on the AMD A9 A9-9420 processor with the AMD Radeon 520 graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Which operating system does the Acer Aspire 3 A315-21G-973W come with?
It comes with Windows 10 Home preinstalled.
Which ports does the Acer Aspire 3 A315-21G-973W have?
According to its spec sheet: 1 × USB-A, 1 × HDMI, Ethernet (RJ-45), headphone jack (3.5 mm).
Does the Acer Aspire 3 A315-21G-973W have a touch screen?
No, according to its spec sheet the screen is not a touch screen.
How much does the Acer Aspire 3 A315-21G-973W weigh?
It weighs 2,1 kg, a normal weight for its size: easy enough to move around.
When was the Acer Aspire 3 A315-21G-973W released?
Its release date is November 2017, 8 years ago.