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Acer Chromebook Plus 515 (CB515-2H) - Intel Core i5, 8GB, 256GB SSD, 15.6" Full HD display, Chrome OS
Intel Core i5-1235UCPU (Score: 12.543)
Intel Iris XeGPU (Score: 2.596)
46VALUE SCORE
8 GBRAM
256 GBSTORAGE
15.6" DISPLAY
All Prices (1)
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Acer Chromebook Plus 515 CB515-2H Laptop - Intel Core i5-1235U, 8GB, 256GB SSD, Integrated Graphics, 15.6" Full HD, Google Chrome OS, Iron
£499.99
Go to Store RatioLog Objective Verdict
Deterministic performance ratings and market evaluation based on verified benchmarks.
Hardware Capability:4.3/10
Standard Price
Editorial Executive Summary
How we evaluateAcer Chromebook Plus 515 (CB515-2H) - Intel Core i5, 8GB, 256GB SSD, 15.6" Full HD display, Chrome OS is a versatile daily workhorse built for smooth office multitasking, documents, and web research, powered by the Intel Core i5-1235U paired with 8GB memory. Priced at £499.99, it is currently tracking near its typical UK market baseline. Prospective buyers should note the 8GB memory configuration, which may constrain heavy multi-application workflows.
Gaming Performance
3.3/10Work & Productivity
6.8/10Creation & Media
1.9/10Portability & Commute
6.8/10Key Strengths
- Solid multi-core computing handled by the Intel Core i5-1235U (12,543 PassMark score)
Trade-offs to Consider
- Intel Iris Xe relies on shared system RAM; lacks discrete VRAM for demanding modern 3D games
- 8GB RAM is limited for modern multitasking and may bottleneck heavy workflows
- Modest 256GB SSD storage provides limited capacity for large files and games
* Near recent regular price (£251.67). Worth watching for discounts.
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Technical Specifications
Design
- Product typeChromebook
- Product colourGrey
- Form factorClamshell
Display
- Foldable displayNo
- Display diagonal39.6 cm (15.6")
- Display resolution1920 x 1080 pixels
- TouchscreenNo
- HD typeFull HD
- Panel typeIPS
- Display technology marketing nameComfyView
- Native aspect ratio16:9
- Display surfaceMatt
- RGB colour spaceNTSC
- Colour gamut45%
- Maximum refresh rate60 Hz
Processor
- Processor manufacturerIntel
- Processor familyIntel® Core™ i5
- Processor generation12th gen Intel® Core™ i5
- Processor modeli5-1235U
- Processor cores10
- Processor threads12
- Processor boost frequency4.4 GHz
- Performance cores2
- Efficient cores8
- Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency4.4 GHz
- Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency3.3 GHz
- Processor cache12 MB
- Processor cache typeSmart Cache
- Processor base power15 W
- Maximum turbo power55 W
Memory
- Internal memory8 GB
- Internal memory typeLPDDR5x-SDRAM
Storage
- Total storage capacity256 GB
- Storage mediaSSD
- SSD interfacePCI Express
- NVMeYes
- SSD form factorM.2
- Optical drive typeNo
Graphics
- Discrete graphics card modelNot available
- On-board graphics cardYes
- On-board GPU manufacturerIntel
- Discrete graphics cardNo
- On-board graphics card modelIntel Iris Xe Graphics
Audio
- Number of built-in speakers2
- Built-in microphoneYes
- Number of microphones2
Camera
- Front cameraYes
- Front camera resolution1920 x 1080 pixels
- Front camera HD typeFull HD
- Privacy cameraYes
- Privacy typePrivacy shutter
Network
- Top Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)
- Wi-Fi standards802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)
- Mobile network connectionNo
- Wi-Fi bandTri-band (2.4 GHz / 5 GHz / 6 GHz)
- Antenna type2x2
- WLAN controller modelIntel Wi-Fi 6E AX211
- WLAN controller manufacturerIntel
- BluetoothYes
- Bluetooth version5.1
Ports & interfaces
- USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity1
- USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C ports quantity2
- HDMI ports quantity1
- Combo headphone/mic portYes
Keyboard
- Pointing deviceTouchpad
- Numeric keypadNo
- Keyboard backlitYes
- Keyboard backlit colourWhite
Software
- Operating system installedChromeOS
Battery
- Battery life (max)10 h
Power
- AC adapter power65 W
Security
- Cable lock slotYes
- Cable lock slot typeKensington
- Trusted Platform Module (TPM)Yes
Sustainability
- Sustainability certificatesENERGY STAR, EPEAT
Weight & dimensions
- Width360.6 mm
- Depth238.4 mm
- Height19.9 mm
- Weight1.68 kg
Packaging data
- Package width65 mm
- Package depth498 mm
- Package height310 mm
- Package weight2.62 kg
Packaging content
- AC adapter includedYes
Product Identifiers
- Manufacturer Part No (MPN)NX.KNUEK.006
- Barcode (EAN)04711121666216