Acer Aspire Go 15 (AG15-32P) vs Lenovo IdeaPad 1
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 is the better laptop on paper: it has more memory, has more storage and has a faster SSD. Pick the Acer Aspire Go 15 only if it matters to you that it is newer.
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Key differences
- Memory Lenovo IdeaPad 1 wins
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 has 16 GB of memory against 8 GB. That's the difference between coping and staying quick with lots of tabs and apps open.
- Storage Lenovo IdeaPad 1 wins
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 has four times the storage: 512 GB against 128 GB.
- Storage type Lenovo IdeaPad 1 wins
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 uses a proper SSD, while the Acer Aspire Go 15 has slower eMMC-style flash storage, so apps open and update more slowly.
- Age Acer Aspire Go 15 wins
The Acer Aspire Go 15 is the newer model (2025 against 2022).
- Ports Lenovo IdeaPad 1 wins
Only the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 has an SD card reader.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Acer Aspire Go 15 if…
- You want a more recent design: it came out in 2025.
- You mostly browse, stream and write: its Intel N150 copes well with everyday tasks.
- You need a long battery life: its maker claims up to 12.5 hours.
Choose the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 if…
- You keep lots of tabs and apps open: 16 GB of memory gives it more room than 8 GB.
- You store lots of photos, videos or games: it has 512 GB of storage.
- You want apps and updates to feel quick: it has a proper SSD.
- You plug things in: it has an SD card reader (for camera cards).
Full spec comparison
Add more laptopsThe Lenovo IdeaPad 1 leads on performance; elsewhere the two are closely matched. Highlighted values mark the better spec in each row, and you can hide the rows where they match.
Performance
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 is ahead on performance.
It has more memory, has more storage and has a faster SSD, and the Acer Aspire Go 15 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Acer Aspire Go 15 (AG15-32P) | Lenovo IdeaPad 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel N150 | AMD Ryzen 5 7520U |
| Graphics | Intel Graphics | AMD Radeon 610M |
| Memory (RAM) | 8 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory type | DDR5-4800 | LPDDR5-5500 |
| Maximum memory | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory upgrades | — | Soldered (not upgradeable) |
| Storage | 128 GB | 512 GB |
| Storage type | UFS | SSD |
| Storage interface | UFS | PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe M.2 2242 (platform operates up to PCIe 3.0 x2) |
| Storage slots | — | 1 |
Screen
Both screens are closely matched.
Size, sharpness and smoothness are near enough the same, so neither has a real edge to look at.
| Spec | Acer Aspire Go 15 (AG15-32P) | Lenovo IdeaPad 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 15.6" | 15.6" |
| Resolution | Full HD (1920 x 1080) | Full HD (1920 x 1080) |
| Aspect ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Panel | TN | IPS |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Variable refresh (VRR) | — | No |
| Brightness | — | 250 nits |
| Colour range | — | 45% NTSC |
| HDR | — | None |
| Finish | Matte | Matte |
| Touchscreen | No | No |
Battery and size
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 is ahead on battery and weight.
It is a little lighter, and the Acer Aspire Go 15 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Acer Aspire Go 15 (AG15-32P) | Lenovo IdeaPad 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery life (maker claim) | Up to 12.5 hours | Up to 17.35 hours |
| Battery capacity | 53 Wh | 42 Wh |
| Charger | 65 W | 65 W |
| Charges via | — | round tip |
| Fast charging | — | 2 hours runtime from 15-minute charge (Rapid Charge Boost) |
| Weight | 1.73 kg | 1.58 kg |
| Dimensions | 362.9 x 239.7 x 19.9 mm | 360.2 x 236 x 17.9 mm |
| Materials | — | PC-ABS lid and base |
| Colour | Silver | Cloud Grey |
| Colours available | — | Abyss Blue, Cloud Grey, Sand |
Ports and wireless
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 is ahead on ports and wireless.
It has an SD card reader, and the Acer Aspire Go 15 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Acer Aspire Go 15 (AG15-32P) | Lenovo IdeaPad 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, 2x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (charging not stated), 1x HDMI, 1x 3.5 mm audio | 1x USB 2.0, 1x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (data only), 1x HDMI 1.4b, 1x 3.5 mm audio, 1x SD card reader, 1x round-tip power |
| Thunderbolt / USB4 | None | None |
| External displays (max) | — | 1 |
| Card reader | — | SD |
| Ethernet | None | None |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Wi-Fi card | — | Wi-Fi 6 802.11ax 2x2 M.2 card |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.2 or above | Bluetooth 5.2 |
| Mobile data | — | None |
Features
Both have much the same extras.
From the keyboard to the webcam and login, there is little between them.
| Spec | Acer Aspire Go 15 (AG15-32P) | Lenovo IdeaPad 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Webcam | — | 720p |
| Webcam privacy | — | physical shutter |
| Backlit keyboard | No | No |
| Keyboard | AcerSense key, Caps Lock indicator, microphone mute indicator | 6-row, multimedia Fn keys, numeric keypad |
| Number pad | Yes | Yes |
| Touchpad | Microsoft Precision Touchpad | 69 x 104 mm Mylar Precision touchpad |
| Speakers | 2 speakers | 2x 1.5W, Dolby Audio |
| Microphones | built-in microphone | dual-array |
| Pen | No | No |
| Security | — | Firmware TPM 2.0 |
Software and model
The Acer Aspire Go 15 is ahead on software and updates.
It is newer, and the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Acer Aspire Go 15 (AG15-32P) | Lenovo IdeaPad 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home in S mode |
| Model number | NX.J73EK.001 | 82VG004UUK |
| Released | 2025 | 2022 |