HP Chromebook 11A G8 vs Acer Chromebook Spin 713
The Acer Chromebook Spin 713 is the better laptop on paper: it is faster, has more memory and gets updates for longer. Pick the HP Chromebook 11A G8 only if it matters to you that it is more compact.
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Key differences
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Performance
Acer Chromebook Spin 713 wins
The Acer Chromebook Spin 713's Intel Core i5-10210U is quicker: it copes well with everyday tasks, while the HP Chromebook 11A G8's AMD A4-9120C is built for browsing and documents.
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Gaming
Evenly matched
Neither is made for modern games.
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Display
Acer Chromebook Spin 713 wins
The Acer Chromebook Spin 713 has the better screen: 13.5" 2K against 11.6" HD 220 nits.
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Battery life
Evenly matched
Similar battery life: up to 10 hours against up to 10 hours.
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Connectivity
Acer Chromebook Spin 713 wins
The Acer Chromebook Spin 713 is better connected. Only it has HDMI and USB-A.
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Portability
Evenly matched
About the same to carry: 1.37 kg and 1.37 kg.
Other differences
- Memory Acer Chromebook Spin 713 wins
The Acer Chromebook Spin 713 has 16 GB of memory against 4 GB. That's the difference between coping and staying quick with lots of tabs and apps open.
- Updates Acer Chromebook Spin 713 wins
The Acer Chromebook Spin 713 gets Chromebook updates until June 2030, about 1 year longer than the HP Chromebook 11A G8 (June 2029).
- Storage Acer Chromebook Spin 713 wins
The Acer Chromebook Spin 713 has four times the storage: 256 GB against 16 GB.
- Screen size Depends on you
The Acer Chromebook Spin 713 has the bigger screen (13.5" against 11.6"), while the HP Chromebook 11A G8 is more compact.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the HP Chromebook 11A G8 if…
- You want something compact for small bags and train tables: it has a 11.6-inch screen.
- You'll carry it around: it weighs just 1.37 kg.
Choose the Acer Chromebook Spin 713 if…
- You want a snappier laptop for everyday work: its Intel Core i5-10210U is the faster processor.
- You keep lots of tabs and apps open: 16 GB of memory gives it more room than 4 GB.
- You'll keep it for years: Google updates it until June 2030.
- You store lots of photos, videos or games: it has 256 GB of storage.
- You want more room to work: its 13.5-inch screen fits two windows side by side.
Full spec comparison
The Acer Chromebook Spin 713 leads on performance, software and updates, the screen and ports and wireless; elsewhere the two are closely matched.
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Performance
The Acer Chromebook Spin 713 is ahead on performance.
It is faster, has more memory and has more storage, and the HP Chromebook 11A G8 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | HP Chromebook 11A G8 | Acer Chromebook Spin 713 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | AMD A4-9120C | Intel Core i5-10210U |
| Graphics | AMD Radeon R4 | Intel UHD Graphics |
| Memory (RAM) | 4 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory type | DDR4-1866 | DDR4 |
| Maximum memory | 4 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory upgrades | Soldered (not upgradeable) | — |
| Storage | 16 GB | 256 GB |
| Storage type | eMMC | SSD |
| Storage interface | eMMC 5.0 | PCIe NVMe SSD |
Screen
The Acer Chromebook Spin 713 is ahead on the screen.
The Acer Chromebook Spin 713 has the bigger screen (13.5" against 11.6"), while the HP Chromebook 11A G8 is more compact. The HP Chromebook 11A G8 is more compact, while the Acer Chromebook Spin 713 has a bigger screen, has a sharper screen and has a touchscreen.
| Spec | HP Chromebook 11A G8 | Acer Chromebook Spin 713 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 11.6" | 13.5" |
| Resolution | HD (1366 x 768) | 2K (2256 x 1504) |
| Aspect ratio | 16:9 | 3:2 |
| Panel | Basic screen: colours fade at an angle | IPS |
| Variable refresh (VRR) | No | — |
| Brightness | 220 nits | — |
| Colour range | 45% NTSC | — |
| HDR | None | — |
| Finish | Matte | — |
| 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 713 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery life (maker claim) | Up to 10 hours | Up to 10 hours |
| Battery capacity | 47.36 Wh | — |
| Charger | 45 W | — |
| Charges via | USB-C | USB-C |
| Fast charging | 90% in 90 minutes | — |
| Weight | 1.37 kg | 1.37 kg |
| Dimensions | 295 x 205.3 x 18.8 mm | 299.7 x 236.2 x 16.8 mm |
| Materials | — | aluminium chassis |
| Durability | MIL-STD-810H | MIL-STD-810G |
| Hinge | 180-degree hinge | 360-degree convertible |
| Colour | Grey | Steel Gray |
Ports and wireless
The Acer Chromebook Spin 713 is ahead on ports and wireless.
It has HDMI and 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 713 |
|---|---|---|
| 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-C 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps, DisplayPort, both charge), 1x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, 1x HDMI, 1x 3.5 mm headphone/mic combo, 1x microSD |
| Thunderbolt / USB4 | None | — |
| Card reader | microSD | microSD |
| Ethernet | 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 5.0 |
| 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 713 |
|---|---|---|
| Webcam | 720p | 720p |
| Backlit keyboard | — | Yes |
| Keyboard | Full-size textured island-style, spill-resistant, pick-resistant (HP Improved Anchored Key Design) | — |
| Number pad | No | No |
| Touchpad | Multi-touch gesture touchpad | Corning Gorilla Glass touchpad |
| Speakers | Dual speakers | 2x stereo speakers |
| Microphones | Integrated microphone | dual microphones |
| Pen | No | No |
| Security | Google H1 security chip, Nano security lock slot (lock sold separately) | TPM |
Software and model
The Acer Chromebook Spin 713 is ahead on software and updates.
It gets updates for longer, and the HP Chromebook 11A G8 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | HP Chromebook 11A G8 | Acer Chromebook Spin 713 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | ChromeOS | ChromeOS |
| Updates until | June 2029 | June 2030 |
| Model number | 9VZ08EA-cr | NX.HQBAA.002 |
| Released | 2020 | 2020 |