The Chromebook Spin 513 looks almost exactly the same as the Chromebook Spin 713, which makes it an unremarkable but reliable option for use at work or school. The Spin 513’s strong metal body does not have any fans, keeping it completely silent (in contrast, the Spin 713 has vents and fans). This makes it an excellent choice for use in classrooms, meetings, or video chats that require a somewhat peaceful environment.
Although the two versions share a few more features, such as a backlit keyboard and fast Wi-Fi 6 connectivity, they do eventually diverge as the Spin 513 suffers from a slight decrease in performance (but not in battery life) and features. However, the Spin 513 does not suffer from a decrease in battery life. Despite this, it is offered at a reduced cost to compensate for the sacrifices that have been made.
[content-egg-block template=offers_logo hide=price]The fanless body of the Spin 513 is one of the distinguishing aspects that sets it apart from the Spin 713, and it is unquestionably a benefit. Not only does the absence of vents contribute to a more aesthetically pleasing appearance, but it also ensures that the fans won’t start up unexpectedly when you are in a calm environment or when you are trying to hear or be heard on a Zoom call.
Specification
- Full HD (1920 x 1080) IPS touchscreen 13.3-inch display
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 7c or MediaTek Kompanio 1380
- Memory: 4GB or 8GB LPDDR4X RAM Storage: 64GB or 128GB eMMC
- Operating system: Chrome OS
- 14-hour battery life
Where to get Acer Chromebook Spin 513?
The Chromebook Spin 513 comes out on top when it comes to its battery life. Even with that gorgeous 1080p display, the use time may be stretched out much farther thanks to the ARM processor’s lower power consumption. The claims made by Acer of a battery life of over 13 hours are not exactly reached, but they are also not an impossibility.
If you also have an Android smartphone, linking it with your Chromebook will offer up another convenient route for you to explore. When switching to a different operating system, it is easy to forget about some functions, such as password-free unlocking and quick tethering, which were once standard on your previous device. Chrome OS is Chrome OS, nothing more, nothing less.
The fact that Google’s operating system is extremely constant regardless of the device being used is one of its many virtues. Chrome OS also receives frequent upgrades, and more recently, the Android version included within was upgraded to Android 11, which means that programs downloaded from the Google Play Store will perform more reliably and be more compatible with Chrome OS.