Acer Chromebook Plus 516 (CB516-1H)

Processor: Intel Core i3-1315U
Everyday speed: Good for everyday tasks
Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics
Gaming: Not built for gaming
Memory: 8 GB
Storage: 256 GB SSD
Screen: 16" Full HD+ IPS
Weight: 1.7 kg
Battery (maker claim): Up to 15.5 hours
Operating system: ChromeOS Plus

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Acer Chromebook Plus 516 (CB516-1H) full specifications

Performance

Processor	Intel Core i3-1315U
Graphics	Intel UHD Graphics
Memory (RAM)	8 GB
Memory type	LPDDR5
Maximum memory	8 GB
Memory upgrades	Soldered (not upgradeable)
Storage	256 GB
Storage type	SSD
Storage interface	PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 SSD

Screen

Screen size	16"
Resolution	Full HD+ (1920 x 1200)
Aspect ratio	16:10
Panel	IPS
Refresh rate	60 Hz
Colour range	45% NTSC
Finish	Matte
Touchscreen	No

Battery and size

Battery life (maker claim)	Up to 15.5 hours
Battery capacity	53 Wh
Charger	65 W
Weight	1.7 kg
Dimensions	358.9 x 253.1 x 19.25 mm
Colour	Iron
Colours available	Iron

Ports and wireless

Ports	2x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2, 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, 1x HDMI (version not published)
Card reader	None
Ethernet	None
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 6E
Bluetooth	Bluetooth 5.3

Features

Webcam	1080p (1920 x 1080)
Webcam privacy	physical camera shutter
Backlit keyboard	Yes
Keyboard	white backlight, Chrome Super Insert key
Number pad	Yes
Touchpad	OceanGlass touchpad
Speakers	2 speakers
Microphones	built-in microphone (count not published)
Security	Discrete H1 TPM for Chromebook, Kensington lock (Nano-type), Camera shutter

Software and model

Operating system	ChromeOS Plus
Updates until	June 2033
Model number	NX.JCLEK.008
Released	2025

Specs compiled from Acer's product pages and datasheets. Manufacturers revise hardware between versions, so check the version on the box. Spotted an error? Tell us.