Acer Switch Alpha 12 SA5-271-78DC
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Main specs
| Processor | Intel Core i7 i7-6500U 2,5GHz |
|---|---|
| Screen | 12" 2160x1440 |
| Hard drive | 512GB SSD |
| RAM | 8GB LPDDR3-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 10 Home |
| Graphics card | Intel HD Graphics 520 |
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Full specifications of Acer Switch Alpha 12 SA5-271-78DC
| Reference / Part Number | NT.LCDEP.001 |
|---|---|
| Also sold as | NT.LCDSJ.007 |
| Release date | January 2017, 9 years ago |
Design
| Product type | Hybrid (2-in-1) |
|---|---|
| Product colour | Black |
| Form factor | Convertible (Detachable) |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 30,5 cm |
|---|---|
| Display resolution | 2160 x 1440 pixels |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| HD type | Quad HD |
| Touch technology | Multi-touch |
| LED backlight | Yes |
| Native aspect ratio | 3:2 |
Processor
| Processor family | Intel® Core™ i7 |
|---|---|
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor model | i7-6500U |
| Processor frequency | 2,5 GHz |
| Processor generation | 6th gen Intel® Core™ i7 |
| Processor boost frequency | 3,1 GHz |
| Processor threads | 4 |
| System bus rate | 4 GT/s |
| Processor cores | 2 |
| Processor cache | 4 MB |
| Processor cache type | Smart Cache |
| Processor socket | LGA 1356 (Socket B2) |
| Processor lithography | 14 nm |
| Processor operating modes | 64-bit |
| Processor series | Intel Core i7-6500 Mobile series |
| Processor codename | Skylake |
| Bus type | OPI |
| Stepping | D1 |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) | 15 W |
| Configurable TDP-up frequency | 2,6 GHz |
| Configurable TDP-up | 25 W |
| Configurable TDP-down | 7,5 W |
| Configurable TDP-down frequency | 0,8 GHz |
| Tjunction | 100 °C |
| Maximum number of PCI Express lanes | 12 |
| PCI Express slots version | 3.0 |
| PCI Express configurations | 1x4,4x1 |
| ECC supported by processor | No |
Memory
| Internal memory | 8 GB |
|---|---|
| Internal memory type | LPDDR3-SDRAM |
Storage
| Total storage capacity | 512 GB |
|---|---|
| Storage media | SSD |
| Optical drive type | No |
| Number of SSDs installed | 1 |
| SSD capacity | 512 GB |
| SSD interface | SATA III |
| Card reader integrated | Yes |
| Compatible memory cards | MicroSD (TransFlash),MicroSDXC |
Graphics
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
|---|---|
| Discrete graphics card | No |
| Discrete graphics card model | Not available |
| On-board graphics card model | Intel® HD Graphics 520 |
| On-board graphics card base frequency | 300 MHz |
| On-board graphics card dynamic frequency (max) | 1050 MHz |
| Maximum on-board graphics card memory | 1,74 GB |
| On-board graphics card DirectX version | 12.0 |
| On-board graphics card OpenGL version | 4.4 |
| On-board graphics card ID | 1916 |
Audio
| Number of built-in speakers | 2 |
|---|---|
| Built-in microphone | Yes |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
|---|---|
| Front camera resolution (numeric) | 2 MP |
| Rear camera | Yes |
| Rear camera resolution (numeric) | 5 MP |
Network
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
|---|---|
| Wi-Fi standards | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Ethernet LAN | No |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 4.0 |
Ports & interfaces
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 1 |
|---|---|
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-C ports quantity | 1 |
| DVI port | No |
| Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
| Docking connector | Yes |
| Charging port type | DC-in jack |
Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | No |
|---|---|
| Pointing device | Touchpad |
| Windows keys | Yes |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 10 Home |
|---|---|
| Operating system architecture | 64-bit |
Processor special features
| Intel® Wireless Display (Intel® WiDi) | Yes |
|---|---|
| Intel® My WiFi Technology (Intel® MWT) | Yes |
| Intel® Smart Response Technology | Yes |
| Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT) | Yes |
| Intel® Hyper Threading Technology (Intel® HT Technology) | Yes |
| Intel® Turbo Boost Technology | 2.0 |
| Intel® Small Business Advantage (Intel® SBA) | Yes |
| Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology | Yes |
| Intel® Clear Video HD Technology (Intel® CVT HD) | Yes |
| Intel Clear Video Technology | Yes |
| Intel® InTru™ 3D Technology | Yes |
| Intel® Insider™ | Yes |
| Intel® Quick Sync Video Technology | Yes |
| Intel Flex Memory Access | Yes |
| Intel® AES New Instructions (Intel® AES-NI) | Yes |
| Intel Trusted Execution Technology | No |
| Intel Enhanced Halt State | Yes |
| Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT) | Yes |
| Intel® Secure Key | Yes |
| Intel TSX-NI | No |
| Intel Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP) | No |
| Intel® OS Guard | Yes |
| Intel Software Guard Extensions (Intel SGX) | Yes |
| Intel® Clear Video Technology for Mobile Internet Devices (Intel CVT for MID) | Yes |
| Intel 64 | Yes |
| Execute Disable Bit | Yes |
| Idle States | Yes |
| Thermal Monitoring Technologies | Yes |
| Processor package size | 42 X 24 mm |
| Supported instruction sets | SSE4.1,SSE4.2,AVX 2.0 |
| Processor code | SR2EZ |
| CPU configuration (max) | 1 |
| Embedded options available | No |
| Graphics & IMC lithography | 14 nm |
| Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d) | Yes |
| Intel Identity Protection Technology version | 1.00 |
| Intel Smart Response Technology version | 1.00 |
| Intel Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP) version | 0.00 |
| Intel Secure Key Technology version | 1.00 |
| Intel Small Business Advantage (SBA) version | 1.00 |
| Intel TSX-NI version | 1.00 |
| Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x) | Yes |
| Processor ARK ID | 88194 |
| Conflict-Free processor | Yes |
Battery
| Battery technology | Lithium Polymer (LiPo) |
|---|---|
| Battery capacity | 4870 mAh |
| Battery life (max) | 8 h |
Power
| AC adapter power | 45 W |
|---|---|
| AC adapter frequency | 50 - 60 Hz |
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 1,25 kg |
|---|---|
| Width | 292,1 mm |
| Depth | 201,4 mm |
| Height | 15,9 mm |
Packaging content
| Cables included | AC |
|---|---|
| Manual | Yes |
| Power cord included | Yes |
Other features
| AC adapter included | Yes |
|---|---|
| 3D | No |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Acer Switch Alpha 12 SA5-271-78DC good for gaming?
This laptop was not built for gaming: it relies on the integrated Intel HD Graphics 520. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
How long does the battery of the Acer Switch Alpha 12 SA5-271-78DC 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 Switch Alpha 12 SA5-271-78DC like?
It carries a 12" 2160x1440 display.
Which processor and graphics card does the Acer Switch Alpha 12 SA5-271-78DC have?
It runs on the Intel Core i7 i7-6500U processor with the Intel HD Graphics 520 graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Which operating system does the Acer Switch Alpha 12 SA5-271-78DC come with?
It comes with Windows 10 Home preinstalled.
Which ports does the Acer Switch Alpha 12 SA5-271-78DC have?
According to its spec sheet: 1 × USB-C, 1 × USB-A, card reader, headphone jack (3.5 mm).
Does the Acer Switch Alpha 12 SA5-271-78DC have a touch screen?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the screen is a touch screen.
How much does the Acer Switch Alpha 12 SA5-271-78DC weigh?
It weighs 1,25 kg: one of the light ones, easy to carry every day.
When was the Acer Switch Alpha 12 SA5-271-78DC released?
Its release date is January 2017, 9 years ago.