Lenovo IdeaPad 1 vs Acer Aspire Go 15 (AG15-21P)
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 is the better laptop on paper: it has more memory, has more storage and has an SD card reader. The Acer Aspire Go 15 doesn't beat it on any spec that matters.
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Key differences
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Performance
Lenovo IdeaPad 1 wins
Same class of processor, but the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 has more memory (16 GB against 8 GB).
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Gaming
Evenly matched
Neither is made for modern games.
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Display
Acer Aspire Go 15 wins
The Acer Aspire Go 15 has the better screen: 15.6" Full HD against 15.6" Full HD 250 nits.
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Battery life
Evenly matched
Similar battery life: up to 17.35 hours against up to 17 hours.
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Connectivity
Evenly matched
Much the same, except that only the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 has a card reader.
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Portability
Lenovo IdeaPad 1 wins
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 is easier to carry at 1.58 kg, against 1.73 kg.
Other 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.
Which one should you choose?
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 plug things in: it has an SD card reader (for camera cards).
Choose the Acer Aspire Go 15 if…
- You want fewer chargers: it charges over USB-C, like most phones.
- You want a slim laptop that slips into a bag: it's 14.6 mm thick.
- You mostly browse, stream and write: its AMD Ryzen 3 7320U copes well with everyday tasks.
Full spec comparison
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 leads on performance; elsewhere the two are closely matched.
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Performance
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 is ahead on performance.
It has more memory and has more storage, and the Acer Aspire Go 15 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Lenovo IdeaPad 1 | Acer Aspire Go 15 (AG15-21P) |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | AMD Ryzen 5 7520U | AMD Ryzen 3 7320U |
| Graphics | AMD Radeon 610M | AMD Radeon Graphics |
| Memory (RAM) | 16 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory type | LPDDR5-5500 | LPDDR5X |
| Maximum memory | 16 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory upgrades | Soldered (not upgradeable) | Soldered (not upgradeable) |
| Storage | 512 GB | 128 GB |
| Storage type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage interface | PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe M.2 2242 (platform operates up to PCIe 3.0 x2) | PCIe NVMe 3.0 M.2 |
| 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 | Lenovo IdeaPad 1 | Acer Aspire Go 15 (AG15-21P) |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 15.6" | 15.6" |
| Resolution | Full HD (1920 x 1080) | Full HD (1920 x 1080) |
| Aspect ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Panel | IPS | TN |
| 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
Each laptop has its strengths on battery and weight.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 is a little lighter, while the Acer Aspire Go 15 charges over USB-C and is slimmer.
| Spec | Lenovo IdeaPad 1 | Acer Aspire Go 15 (AG15-21P) |
|---|---|---|
| Battery life (maker claim) | Up to 17.35 hours | Up to 17 hours |
| Battery capacity | 42 Wh | 53 Wh |
| Charger | 65 W | 65 W |
| Charges via | round tip | USB-C |
| Fast charging | 2 hours runtime from 15-minute charge (Rapid Charge Boost) | — |
| Weight | 1.58 kg | 1.73 kg |
| Dimensions | 360.2 x 236 x 17.9 mm | 362.9 x 237.5 x 14.6-19.9 mm |
| Materials | PC-ABS lid and base | — |
| Colour | Cloud Grey | Silver |
| Colours available | Abyss Blue, Cloud Grey, Sand | Silver |
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 | Lenovo IdeaPad 1 | Acer Aspire Go 15 (AG15-21P) |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | 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 | 1x USB-A 2.0, 1x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, 2x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2, 1x HDMI (version not published) |
| Thunderbolt / USB4 | None | None |
| External displays (max) | 1 | — |
| Card reader | SD | None |
| 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 | Bluetooth 5.2 or above |
| Mobile data | None | None |
Features
Both have much the same extras.
From the keyboard to the webcam and login, there is little between them.
| Spec | Lenovo IdeaPad 1 | Acer Aspire Go 15 (AG15-21P) |
|---|---|---|
| Webcam | 720p | yes (resolution not published) |
| Webcam privacy | physical shutter | — |
| Backlit keyboard | No | No |
| Keyboard | 6-row, multimedia Fn keys, numeric keypad | AcerSense key, Caps Lock indicator, microphone mute indicator |
| Number pad | Yes | Yes |
| Touchpad | 69 x 104 mm Mylar Precision touchpad | Microsoft Precision Touchpad |
| Speakers | 2x 1.5W, Dolby Audio | 2 speakers |
| Microphones | dual-array | built-in microphone |
| Pen | No | — |
| Security | Firmware TPM 2.0 | — |
Software and model
Both run Windows.
So the same apps work on both, and they get the same kind of updates.
| Spec | Lenovo IdeaPad 1 | Acer Aspire Go 15 (AG15-21P) |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home in S mode | Windows 11 Home |
| Model number | 82VG004UUK | NX.J3DEK.01E |
| Released | 2022 | — |