Acer pulls out all the stops to deliver an admirable budget laptop that feels premium without making too many sacrifices, but one key trade-off will be a dealbreaker for some.
The Acer Aspire 14 AI is a marvel for $699 with its solid Intel Core Ultra 5 226V processing speeds and over 14 hours of battery life, alongside a sleek and sturdy design from the lid to its deck. This would have rocketed to the head of the class for best student laptop were it not for my concerns about the display; however, if you aren't as hung up on a vibrant panel, this laptop is otherwise a steal at under $700.
