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Intel Core 5-120U 8GB RAM 128GB UFS 16" Chrome OS Laptop
120UCPU
Integrated GraphicsGPU
N/AVALUE SCORE
8 GBRAM
128 GBSTORAGE
16" DISPLAY
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Acer Chromebook Plus 516 Intel Core 5-120U 8GB RAM 128GB UFS 16" Chrome OS Laptop
£597.99
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Acer Chromebook Plus 516 Intel Core 5-120U 8GB RAM 128GB UFS 16" Chrome OS Laptop
£597.99
Go to Store RatioLog Objective Verdict
Deterministic performance ratings and market evaluation based on verified benchmarks.
Hardware Capability:1.7/10
Fair Market Price
Editorial Executive Summary
How we evaluateIntel Core 5-120U 8GB RAM 128GB UFS 16" Chrome OS Laptop is a budget-focused portable designed for essential everyday browsing, streaming, and student coursework, powered by the 120U paired with 8GB memory. Priced at £597.99, 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
—Work & Productivity
—Creation & Media
—Portability & Commute
4.8/10Key Strengths
Trade-offs to Consider
- Large 16" form factor provides generous screen space but adds bulk for frequent commuting
- 8GB RAM is limited for modern multitasking and may bottleneck heavy workflows
- Modest 256GB SSD storage provides limited capacity for large files and games
* Consistent with typical UK pricing (30-day median: £597.99).
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Technical Specifications
Design
- Colour nameOther
- Product typeChromebook
- Product colourGrey
- AI-poweredNo
- Country of originChina
Display
- Display diagonal40.6 cm (16")
- Display resolution1920 x 1200 pixels
- TouchscreenNo
- HD typeWUXGA
- Panel typeIPS
- Display technology marketing nameComfyView
- Native aspect ratio16:10
- Display surfaceMatt
- Anti-microbial screenNo
- Display brightness300 cd/m²
- RGB colour spaceNTSC
- Colour gamut45%
- Maximum refresh rate60 Hz
Processor
- Processor manufacturerIntel
- Processor familyIntel Core 5
- Processor model120U
- Processor cores10
- Processor threads12
- Processor boost frequency5 GHz
- Processor frequency1.4 GHz
- Processor cache12 MB
- Processor operating modes64-bit
Neural processor unit (NPU)
- Copilot+ PCNo
Memory
- Internal memory8 GB
- Internal memory typeLPDDR5x-SDRAM
- Memory clock speed5200 MHz
- Maximum internal memory16 GB
Storage
- Total storage capacity128 GB
- Storage mediaFlash
Graphics
- On-board graphics cardYes
- On-board GPU manufacturerIntel
Audio
- Built-in speaker(s)Yes
- Number of built-in speakers2
- Built-in microphoneYes
- Number of microphones3
Camera
- Front cameraYes
- Front camera resolution1920 x 1080 pixels
- Privacy typePrivacy shutter
Network
- Wi-FiYes
- Top Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
- Wi-Fi standards802.11a, 802.11ad, 802.11b, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)
- Antenna type2x2
- WLAN controller manufacturerIntel
- Ethernet LANNo
- BluetoothYes
- Bluetooth version5.3
Ports & interfaces
- USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity2
- HDMI ports quantity1
- Line-inNo
- Combo headphone/mic portYes
- HDMIYes
- HDCPYes
- USB ports quantity4
- Line-outNo
Keyboard
- Keyboard special featuresChrome Super Insert
- Pointing deviceTouchpad
- Numeric keypadYes
- Keyboard backlitNo
- Keyboard languageUK English
- Touchpad featuresOceanGlass Touchpad
Software
- Operating system installedChromeOS
Battery
- Battery technologyLithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
- Battery capacity53 Wh
- Battery life (max)15.5 h
Power
- USB Type-C required charging power (min)65 W
Security
- Fingerprint readerNo
Weight & dimensions
- Width358.9 mm
- Depth253.1 mm
- Height19.2 mm
- Height (rear)1.93 cm
- Weight1.7 kg
Packaging data
- Package width65 mm
- Package depth498 mm
- Package height310 mm
- Package weight2.64 kg
Packaging content
- AC adapter includedYes
- Keyboard includedYes
- Power cord includedNo
- Packaging contentChromebook Plus 516 CB516-1H-56WE Chromebook Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) Battery Power Adapter Power Cord
Other features
- Security featuresDiscrete H1 Trusted Platform Module (TPM) solution for Chromebook Camera shutter Kensington lock (Nano-type)
- ChipsetIntel®
- ManufacturerAcer, Inc
Product Identifiers
- Manufacturer Part No (MPN)NX.JCMEK.006
- Barcode (EAN)4711721096901