Acer Chromebook Plus 514 Initial Impressions (CB514-5H / 2025)

Check Amazon in your region: https://amzn.to/4nBmYvr or alternate UK links: https://amzn.to/48ni2Gb (Intel Core i3-1315U) or https://amzn.to/46zqmjH (Intel Core 5 120U) (my affiliate links). Ensure it’s the 5H(T) model range, e.g. CB514-5H In this video I’ll unbox and give my first impressions of the 2025 Acer Chromebook Plus 514 (CB514-5H / CB514-5HT). The exact model featured includes the Intel Core 3 100U processor, 8GB LPDDR5 RAM, 128GB UFS, a 14” FHD IPS non-touch display. Intel processors in the range include the Intel Core i3-1315U and Intel Core 5 120U processor. There are also storage options with 256GB SSD and 512GB SSD. ✨ Find/follow/support the channel: https://linktr.ee/mergedroid ✨ Common models in the UK include: CB514-5H-34CK | NX.J5XEK.004 CB514-5H-311A | NX.J5XEK.006 CB514-5H-574N | NX.JKAEK.005 Intro music: Motions - Anno Domini Beats Timestamps 00:00 Intro to the Acer Chromebook Plus 514 (CB514-5H / CB514-5HT) inc. core specs and pricing 00:47 Design including antenna bands, build quality, colour and weight 01:32 Size comparison of the 14" Chromebook against the Acer Chromebook Plus 516 16 inch model 01:59 Weight of the Acer Chromebook Plus 514 (2025, CB514-5H with the Core 3 100U processor) 02:09 Ports and connectivity including wireless and Bluetooth 02:51 Bottom of the Chromebook, stands, ventilation for the processor's fan and third microphone 03:10 Opening the Chromebook, keyboard deck speakers, keyboard layout, key travel, touchpad and optional finger print reader 04:52 Model line spec options (processor, storage, RAM) plus ChromeOS update life 05:42 Performance of Real Racing 3 (Android gaming) 05:55 Be aware of the Acer Chromebook Plus 514 CB514-6H model line (Intel Core 3 N355) 06:20 Benefits of Chromebook Plus software including the Magic Editor in Google Photos app 06:34 Checking out the 14 inch IPS WUXGA display (300 nits), bezels and touch display option 07:19 Webcam (FHD or QHD) with new design for the manual privacy slider #chromebookplus #acer #chromeOS