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Acer Aspire 5 A515-56-79KU
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Main specs
| Processor | Intel Core i7-1165G7 2,8GHz |
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| Screen | 15.6" 1920x1080 IPS |
| Hard drive | 1TB SSD |
| RAM | 16GB DDR4-SDRAM |
| Operating system | No OS installed |
| Graphics card | |
| Other | Keyboard German. |
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Full specifications of Acer Aspire 5 A515-56-79KU
| Reference / Part Number | NX.A1HEV.00T |
|---|---|
| Release date | January 2021, 5 years ago |
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
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| Product colour | Silver |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 39,6 cm |
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| Display resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Touchscreen | No |
| HD type | Full HD |
| Panel type | IPS |
| LED backlight | Yes |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 |
| Display surface | Matt |
| Display bezel technology | ComfyView |
| Display diagonal (metric) | 39,6 cm |
Processor
| Processor family | Intel® Core™ i7 |
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| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor model | i7-1165G7 |
| Processor frequency | 2,8 GHz |
| Processor generation | 11th gen Intel® Core™ i7 |
| Processor cores | 4 |
| Processor boost frequency | 4,7 GHz |
| Processor cache | 12 MB |
| Processor cache type | Smart Cache |
| Configurable TDP-up frequency | 2,8 GHz |
| Configurable TDP-up | 28 W |
| Configurable TDP-down | 12 W |
| Configurable TDP-down frequency | 1,2 GHz |
Memory
| Internal memory | 16 GB |
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| Maximum internal memory | 24 GB |
| Internal memory type | DDR4-SDRAM |
| Memory form factor | On-board + SO-DIMM |
Storage
| Total storage capacity | 1 TB |
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| Storage media | SSD |
| Optical drive type | No |
| Total SSDs capacity | 1 TB |
| Number of SSDs installed | 1 |
| SSD capacity | 1 TB |
| SSD interface | PCI Express |
| Card reader integrated | No |
Graphics
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
|---|---|
| Discrete graphics card | No |
| Discrete graphics card model | Not available |
| On-board graphics card model | Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
| On-board GPU manufacturer | Intel |
Audio
| Number of built-in speakers | 2 |
|---|---|
| Built-in microphone | Yes |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
|---|---|
| Front camera resolution | 1280 x 720 pixels |
| Front camera HD type | HD |
Network
| Mobile network connection | No |
|---|---|
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11a,802.11b,802.11g,Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n),Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac),Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Antenna type | 2x2 |
| WLAN controller manufacturer | Intel |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 10,100,1000 Mbit/s |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 5.0 |
Ports & interfaces
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 1 |
|---|---|
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 2 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C ports quantity | 1 |
| HDMI ports quantity | 1 |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
| HDMI version | 2.0 |
| Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | Yes |
|---|---|
| Pointing device | Touchpad |
| Keyboard backlit | Yes |
| Keyboard layout | QWERTZ |
| Keyboard language | German |
Software
| Operating system installed | eShell |
|---|---|
| Trial software | Norton Internet Security |
| Bundled software | Acer Care Center, Acer Configuration Manager, Acer Portal |
Processor special features
| Intel Trusted Execution Technology | No |
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| Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT) | Yes |
| Intel Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP) | No |
| Intel Software Guard Extensions (Intel SGX) | No |
| Idle States | Yes |
| CPU configuration (max) | 1 |
| Embedded options available | No |
| Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d) | Yes |
| Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x) | Yes |
Battery
| Battery capacity | 48 Wh |
|---|---|
| Battery technology | Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) |
| Number of battery cells | 4 |
| Battery capacity | 3220 mAh |
| Battery life (max) | 8 h |
Power
| AC adapter power | 45 W |
|---|---|
| DC-in jack | Yes |
Security
| Cable lock slot | Yes |
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| Cable lock slot type | Kensington |
| Fingerprint reader | Yes |
| Password protection | Yes |
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 1,65 kg |
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| Width | 363,4 mm |
| Depth | 238,4 mm |
| Height | 17,9 mm |
Packaging data
| Package width | 480 mm |
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| Package depth | 63 mm |
| Package height | 310 mm |
| Package weight | 2,57 kg |
Packaging content
| Cables included | AC |
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Logistics data
| Products per pallet layer | 26 pc(s) |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Acer Aspire 5 A515-56-79KU good for gaming?
This laptop was not built for gaming: it relies on the integrated Intel Iris Xe Graphics. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
How long does the battery of the Acer Aspire 5 A515-56-79KU last?
The manufacturer declares up to 8 h of battery life. Real duration depends on brightness, workload and battery health.
What is the screen of the Acer Aspire 5 A515-56-79KU like?
It carries a 15.6" 1920x1080 IPS display.
Which processor and graphics card does the Acer Aspire 5 A515-56-79KU have?
It runs on the Intel Core i7-1165G7 processor with the Intel Iris Xe Graphics graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Which operating system does the Acer Aspire 5 A515-56-79KU come with?
It comes with no operating system installed: the price does not include a license and you will have to install one yourself.
Which ports does the Acer Aspire 5 A515-56-79KU have?
According to its spec sheet: 1 × USB-C, 2 × USB-A, 1 × HDMI, Ethernet (RJ-45), headphone jack (3.5 mm).
Does the Acer Aspire 5 A515-56-79KU have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the Acer Aspire 5 A515-56-79KU have a touch screen?
No, according to its spec sheet the screen is not a touch screen.
How much does the Acer Aspire 5 A515-56-79KU weigh?
It weighs 1,65 kg, a normal weight for its size: easy enough to move around.
When was the Acer Aspire 5 A515-56-79KU released?
Its release date is January 2021, 5 years ago.