HP Chromebook 11A G8 vs Acer Chromebook Spin 511
The Acer Chromebook Spin 511 is the better laptop on paper: it gets updates for longer, has more storage and has a touchscreen. The HP Chromebook 11A G8 doesn't beat it on any spec that matters.
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Key differences
- Updates Acer Chromebook Spin 511 wins
The Acer Chromebook Spin 511 gets Chromebook updates until June 2031, about 2 years longer than the HP Chromebook 11A G8 (June 2029).
- Storage Acer Chromebook Spin 511 wins
The Acer Chromebook Spin 511 has twice the storage: 32 GB against 16 GB.
- Touchscreen Acer Chromebook Spin 511 wins
Only the Acer Chromebook Spin 511 has a touchscreen.
- Ports Acer Chromebook Spin 511 wins
Only the Acer Chromebook Spin 511 has USB-A.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the HP Chromebook 11A G8 if…
- You mostly browse, stream and write: its AMD A4-9120C is built for browsing, email and documents.
- You'll carry it around: it weighs just 1.37 kg.
- You want something compact: it has a 11.6-inch screen.
Choose the Acer Chromebook Spin 511 if…
- You'll keep it for years: Google updates it until June 2031.
- You store lots of photos, videos or games: it has 32 GB of storage.
- You like to tap, scroll and sign things on screen: it has a touchscreen.
- You plug things in: it has USB-A (for older USB accessories).
Full spec comparison
Add more laptopsThe Acer Chromebook Spin 511 leads on software and updates, performance and ports and wireless; 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 Acer Chromebook Spin 511 is ahead on performance.
It has more storage, and the HP Chromebook 11A G8 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | HP Chromebook 11A G8 | Acer Chromebook Spin 511 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | AMD A4-9120C | Intel Celeron N4500 |
| Graphics | AMD Radeon R4 | Intel UHD Graphics |
| Memory (RAM) | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Memory type | DDR4-1866 | LPDDR4X |
| Maximum memory | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Memory upgrades | Soldered (not upgradeable) | Soldered (not upgradeable) |
| Storage | 16 GB | 32 GB |
| Storage type | eMMC | — |
| Storage interface | eMMC 5.0 | — |
Screen
The Acer Chromebook Spin 511 is ahead on the screen.
It has a touchscreen, and the HP Chromebook 11A G8 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | HP Chromebook 11A G8 | Acer Chromebook Spin 511 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 11.6" | 11.6" |
| Resolution | HD (1366 x 768) | HD (1366 x 768) |
| Aspect ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Panel | Basic screen: colours fade at an angle | IPS |
| Refresh rate | — | 60 Hz |
| Variable refresh (VRR) | No | — |
| Brightness | 220 nits | — |
| Colour range | 45% NTSC | — |
| HDR | None | — |
| Finish | Matte | Glossy |
| Touchscreen | No | Yes |
Battery and size
Both are much the same on battery and weight.
Neither will be noticeably easier to carry or last noticeably longer away from a plug.
| Spec | HP Chromebook 11A G8 | Acer Chromebook Spin 511 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery life (maker claim) | Up to 10 hours | Up to 12 hours |
| Battery capacity | 47.36 Wh | — |
| Charger | 45 W | 45 W |
| Charges via | USB-C | USB-C |
| Fast charging | 90% in 90 minutes | — |
| Weight | 1.37 kg | 1.31 kg |
| Dimensions | 295 x 205.3 x 18.8 mm | 296 x 206 x 21.1 mm |
| Durability | MIL-STD-810H | — |
| Hinge | 180-degree hinge | convertible 2-in-1 |
| Colour | Grey | Shale Black |
Ports and wireless
The Acer Chromebook Spin 511 is ahead on ports and wireless.
It has USB-A and has Wi-Fi 6, and the HP Chromebook 11A G8 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | HP Chromebook 11A G8 | Acer Chromebook Spin 511 |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | 2x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (charging, power delivery, DisplayPort video, data), 2x USB 2.0, 1x 3.5 mm headphone/microphone combo, 1x microSD (SD, SDHC, SDXC) | 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, 2x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (charging, DisplayPort, one on each side), 1x microSD, 1x 3.5 mm headset/speaker jack |
| Thunderbolt / USB4 | None | None |
| Card reader | microSD | microSD |
| Ethernet | None | None |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Wi-Fi card | Qualcomm Wireless-AC 802.11ac (2x2) with Bluetooth 4.2 | Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX201 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 4.2 | 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 | HP Chromebook 11A G8 | Acer Chromebook Spin 511 |
|---|---|---|
| Webcam | 720p | 720p |
| Backlit keyboard | — | No |
| Keyboard | Full-size textured island-style, spill-resistant, pick-resistant (HP Improved Anchored Key Design) | drain holes for spill protection |
| Number pad | No | — |
| Touchpad | Multi-touch gesture touchpad | moisture-resistant |
| Speakers | Dual speakers | 2 speakers (stereo) |
| Microphones | Integrated microphone | internal microphone |
| Pen | No | No |
| Security | Google H1 security chip, Nano security lock slot (lock sold separately) | Discrete H1 TPM for Chromebook, Kensington lock slot |
Software and model
The Acer Chromebook Spin 511 is ahead on software and updates.
It gets updates for longer and is newer, and the HP Chromebook 11A G8 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | HP Chromebook 11A G8 | Acer Chromebook Spin 511 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | ChromeOS | ChromeOS |
| Updates until | June 2029 | June 2031 |
| Model number | 9VZ08EA-cr | R753T-C2MG |
| Released | 2020 | 2021 |