Acer Debuts Its First Chromebooks for Students Powered by MediaTek Kompanio 540 Processor
Editor's Summary
- The Acer Chromebook Spin 311 and Acer Chromebook 311 deliver exceptional performance and up to 15 hours of battery life,[1] giving students the robust platform they need to learn, create and collaborate.
- The new Acer Chromebooks are compact, reliable and host a range of durability features to make the most of schools' technology investments and resources.
- The Acer Chromebook 311 (C725/T) has a traditional clamshell design, while the Acer Chromebook Spin 311 (R725T) has a convertible design for note-taking and sketching; both are power-efficient and offer fast WiFi 7 for a reliable and fast connection.
"Acer Chromebooks are acclaimed as a foundational technology to prepare K-12 students for a lifetime of learning," said
Performance and Battery Life in Clamshell, Convertible Form Factors
The student-friendly Chromebooks are powered by the new MediaTek Kompanio 540 processor that enables smooth performance for everyday learning and even demanding applications such as STEM programs and Minecraft® Education Edition. In addition, the new Chromebooks provide up to 15 hours of battery life and have fast-charging capabilities, making them ideal for students in 1:1 programs that take their devices home for after-school enrichment, as well as for lab and classroom environments where students share devices. The new Acer Chromebooks have a power-efficient design resulting in fanless operation that is whisper-quiet.
The new Acer Chromebook Spin 311 (R725T) has a convertible design with 360-degree hinges that allow it to be used in four different modes, including tablet mode for reading, sketching and taking notes. The Acer Chromebook 311 (C725) has a traditional clamshell design that is compact and lightweight, so young learners can easily use and transport it. Both models feature an 11.6-inch LED-backlit HD (1366x768) display with IPS technology, while the Chromebook Spin 311 also has the option for an Antimicrobial Corning® Gorilla® Glass[2] display to meet the needs of students and school districts. Both Chromebooks can also be purchased with an optional TÜV Rheinland-certified display that offers low blue-light emissions.
The two new Acer Chromebooks provide access to a range of features that enhance the student experience. Both feature a Full HD webcam supported by dual microphones for class projects, and have the option for a world-facing camera for engaging science and art projects. The dedicated Quick Insert key on both new Acer Chromebooks encourages student creativity and efficiency by providing one-touch access to tools, menus, and other applications. In addition, both systems are offered with up to Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.3 for strong and reliable connections to the network and peripherals.[3]
Lower Total Cost of Ownership to Maximize School Budgets
The new Acer Chromebooks meet MIL-STD 810H[4] testing standards and have durability features that protect schools' investments and reduce the total cost of ownership. Each Chromebook has an impact-resistant exterior, shock-absorbent bumpers, and internal honeycomb design that protects it from drops as high as 122 cm (48 inches), making them ideal for unpredictable K-12 classroom environments. Brackets along the LCD panel and I/O ports provide reinforcement to withstand rough handling and repeated use. Both new Chromebooks have a keyboard with a unique drainage system that routes water out of the device to help protect internal components from spills up to 330 ml (11 oz).[5] The new Acer Chromebooks' rubber feet on the bottom of the chassis help even the youngest student to carry them comfortably and securely around the classroom or lab.
The Acer Chromebooks have several modular design features that facilitate easy and affordable repairs and replacement, leading to maximum student uptime. The serviceable keyboard can be completely removed and replaced by removing just two screws, and it also has mechanically anchored keys that are difficult for students to remove but simple for IT personnel to repair. In addition, the serviceable USB Type-C port is modular, so repairs and replacements can be quickly made to it if damaged.
The new Acer Chromebooks contribute to Acer's sustainability goals; they utilize PCR plastics, eco-friendly packaging and energy-efficient designs for an overall reduced environmental impact. In addition, they are EPEAT registered, as well as Energy Star and TCO-certified.[6]
Chrome Education Upgrade, Zero-Touch Enrollment Streamline Teaching,
The new Acer Chromebooks are available to schools and school districts with Chrome Education Upgrade, enhancing deployment, onboarding, security and IT support for an entire fleet of Chromebooks. It helps protect sensitive data, so that administrators, teachers and students can focus on utilizing their Chromebooks for learning.[7] IT departments can easily manage devices at scale, conduct admin support, and have new Acer Chromebooks automatically enrolled at school sites through zero-touch enrollment.
Price and Availability
The Acer Chromebook 311 (C725) will be available in
The Acer Chromebook Spin 311 (R725T) will be available in
Exact specifications, prices, and availability will vary by region. To learn more about availability, product specifications and prices in specific markets, please contact your nearest Acer office via www.acer.com.
Specifications
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Acer Chromebook 311 |
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Model |
C725/C725T/C725-TCO/C725T-TCO |
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Operating System |
ChromeOS, ChromeOS with Chrome Education Upgrade |
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Processors |
MediaTek Kompanio 540 Octa-Core CPU, 1MB L3 cache • Dual-core Arm® Cortex-A78, 2×256KB L2 cache, up to 2.6 GHz • Hexa-core Arm® Cortex-A55, 6×128KB L2 cache, up to 2.0 GHz |
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Graphics |
Arm • H.264/HEVC video encoding • H.264/HEVC, VP8, VP9 video decoding |
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Display |
11.6-inch HD (1366x768) non-glare IPS display; 16:9 aspect ratio, optional touch capabilities; Optional TÜV Rheinland certified display |
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Memory |
Up to 8 GB LPDDR5X SDRAM (up to 6400 MT/s) |
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Storage |
128 GB, 64 GB or 32 GB eMMC storage |
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Camera |
1080p FHD (1920x1080) video front-facing webcam with Temporal Noise Reduction technology, Blue Glass Lens and Privacy Shutter Optional 5MP world-facing camera (2592x1944) |
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Audio |
Dual stereo speakers, dual microphones |
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Ports |
Serviceable I/O ports: Two USB Type-C (supports USB charging and DisplayPort); Two USB 3.2 Gen 1), Headphone/speaker jack |
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Battery |
45 Wh 3-cell Li-ion battery, fast charging; provides battery life of up to 15 hours based on web browsing test results |
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Wireless and Networking |
Wi-Fi 7 or Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3/5.2 or above |
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Durability Features |
MIL-STD 810H standard compliant, Spill-resistant keyboard, Serviceable keyboard 2.0 with mechanically anchored keys, Brackets to reinforce LCD panel; Rubber bumper design, Reinforced I/O Ports and Corner Design, OceanGlass Touchpad; Hinge with 25,000 open-close cycles, Reinforced Palm Rest with Moisture Resistant Touchpad |
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Security |
Discrete Titan C Trusted Platform Module for Chromebook, |
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Compliance |
EPEAT®-registered, TCO Certified, MIL-STD810H, ASTM Toy Safety, Energy Star® |
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Dimensions/Weight |
292.3 (W) x 202.2 (D) x 19.1 (H) mm [11.51 (W) x 7.96 (D) x 0.75 Inches] 1.17kg [2.58 lbs] |
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Acer Chromebook Spin 311 |
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Model |
R725T/R725T-TCO |
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Operating System |
ChromeOS, ChromeOS with Chrome Education Upgrade |
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Processors |
MediaTek Kompanio 540 Octa-Core CPU, 1MB L3 cache • Dual-core Arm® Cortex-A78, 2×256KB L2 cache, up to 2.6 GHz • Hexa-core Arm® Cortex-A55, 6×128KB L2 cache, up to 2.0 GHz |
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Graphics |
Arm • H.264/HEVC video encoding • H.264/HEVC, VP8, VP9 video decoding |
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Display |
11.6-inch HD (1366x768) integrated multi-touch display, 16:9 aspect ratio, Antimicrobial Corning® Gorilla® Glass; Optional TÜV Rheinland certified display |
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Memory |
Up to 8 GB LPDDR5X SDRAM (up to 6400 MT/s) |
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Storage |
128 GB, 64 GB or 32 GB eMMC storage |
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Camera |
1080p FHD (1920x1080) webcam with Privacy Shutter Optional 5MP world-facing camera (2592x1944) |
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Audio |
Dual stereo speakers, dual microphones |
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Ports |
Serviceable I/O ports: Two USB Type-C (supports USB charging and DisplayPort); Two USB 3.2 Gen 1, Headphone speaker jack |
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Battery |
45 Wh 3-cell Li-ion battery, fast charging; provides battery life up to 15 hours based on web browsing test results |
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Wireless and Networking |
Wi-Fi 7/Bluetooth 5.3 or Wi-Fi 6E/Bluetooth 5.2 |
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Durability Features |
MIL-STD 810H standard compliant, Spill-resistant keyboard, Serviceable keyboard 2.0 with mechanically anchored keys, Brackets to reinforce LCD panel; Rubber bumper design, Reinforced I/O Ports and Corner Design, OceanGlass Touchpad; Hinge with 25,000 open-close cycles, Reinforced Palm Rest with Moisture Resistant Touchpad |
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Security |
Discrete Titan C Trusted Platform Module for Chromebook, |
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Compliance |
EPEAT®-registered, TCO Certified, MIL-STD810H, ASTM Toy Safety, Energy Star® |
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Dimensions/Weight |
292.3 (W) x 204.4 (D) x 18.9 (H) mm [11.51 (W) x 8.05 (D) x 0.74 H) inches] 1.26 kg [2.78 lbs] |
About Acer
Founded in 1976, Acer is one of the world's top technology companies with a presence in more than 160 countries. The company continues to evolve by embracing innovation across its offerings, which include computers and displays, while branching out to new businesses. Acer is also committed to sustainable growth, exploring new opportunities that align with its environmental and social responsibilities.
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[1] The listed battery life is tested by Power Qualification Test v2 for ChromeOS: A) Browsing: This test collects power data while browsing (scrolling up & down) cached sites in public Google Cloud Storage. B) VideoPlayback: This test plays offline video in fullscreen from ramdisk repeatedly for 6 mins / 1 hour. |
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[2] All antimicrobial solutions, including Antimicrobial Corning® Gorilla® Glass, do not protect or provide users any direct or implied health benefits |
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[3] Specifications vary depending on model. |
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[4] Tested by qualified 3rd party labs for certain tests procedure under MIL-STD 810H ( |
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[5] Up to 330 ml (11 fluid ounces) of water |
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[6] EPEAT® registration varies by country. See http://www.epeat.net/ for the registration status for each country. |
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[7] Children should use their Google Workspace for Education account when accessing Google Services for school. |
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