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Acer Aspire Switch 10 WiFi (2GB + 64GB) review: 168 specs compared

Avg. price:~£350RAM capacity:2 GBInternal storage:64 GBScreen size:10.1 inchesChipset:Intel Atom Z3745

Acer Aspire Switch 10 WiFi (2GB + 64GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 25 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

Acer Aspire Switch 10 WiFi (2GB + 64GB)
6.9/10

Overall score

Score
6.9/ 10
✕
What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, best-of lists, expert reviews and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 35%, List score 30%, Reviews score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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Score components

35%

5.3

Technical score

30%

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List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

25%

7.9

Reviews score

10%

8.5

Sentiment score

▼Worse than 51% of tablets
7.5

Value for money

Value for money
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 57% of models
Score components

70%

6.9

Overall score

30%

8.7

Price

▼Worse than 57%
5.3

Technical score

Technical score
5.3/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 77% of models
Score components

22%

5.5

Performance

20%

5.2

Display

16%

4.2

Camera

14%

5.6

Battery

12%

5.5

Connectivity

8%

7.1

Software

5%

5.0

Design

3%

4.8

Audio

▼Worse than 77%
7.9

Reviews score

Reviews score
7.9/ 10
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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▲ Better than 52% of models

80%

7.7

Average grade

20%

8.6

Popularity

Grades by review (25)
18 reviews: 10 with a printed score, 8 estimated from the review. 7 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
▲Better than 52%
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List score

List score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 30% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
Not in any best-of list yet
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Best rankings
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Available versions:
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What reviewers say about the Acer Aspire Switch 10 WiFi (2GB + 64GB)

Based on 18 · 8

Reviewers like the display and flexible screen modes, but complain about limited storage, top-heavy tipping and patchy battery life.
Praised
Mixed views
Criticised
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What owners say about the Acer Aspire Switch 10 WiFi (2GB + 64GB)

Based on 106 owners sharing their experience in online comments

58%positive8%mixed34%negative

Owners value the fixes that bring this aging tablet back to life, but recurring power and hardware failures frustrate them.

What owners dislike

  • Owners say the tablet suddenly won't power on, or shuts off within a minute of unplugging, sometimes after an update or BIOS change.60
  • Owners say the battery lasts only about 3 hours or less, charges slowly, and sometimes stops charging, even when plugged in and in use.13
  • Owners say the tablet gets stuck in an endless restart loop between the Acer logo and Windows recovery; long power holds sometimes help.12
  • Owners say the ribbon cable and magnetic connector on the tablet side can come loose, and the cable clasp is hard to open or re-seat.12
  • Owners say the keyboard, touchpad, power or volume buttons stop responding, sometimes after a Windows update, and a 30-second hold sometimes helps.10
  • Owners say major Windows 10 updates break trackpad, Wifi, audio or touchscreen; installing an Intel driver first, then the update, helps.9
  • Owners report the screen going black, showing black lines, or staying black after the Acer logo appears.8
  • Owners say the internal Wi-Fi drops out or works only briefly, and has weak range and no 5GHz support, struggling about 5 meters away.5
  • Owners say sound disappears after a Windows update or driver install, and they struggle to find the correct audio drivers.4
  • Owners say the built-in hard drive failed or wasn't detected, and some swapped in an SSD, which then worked fine.4

Points mentioned by at least 3 owners, most mentioned first.

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Technical Specifications of tablet Acer Aspire Switch 10 WiFi (2GB + 64GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.3/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 35% of the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 77% of models
Score components:

22%

5.5

Performance

20%

5.2

Display

16%

4.2

Camera

14%

5.6

Battery

12%

5.5

Connectivity

8%

7.1

Software

5%

5.0

Design

3%

4.8

Audio

5.3
Reviews score
7.9
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the tablet's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a tablet with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 57% of models
Score components:

70%

6.9

Overall score

30%

8.7

Price

7.5
RAM capacity
2 GB
Market range: <1 GB – >8 GB
This tablet has 2 GB of RAM, which is less than 61.3% of tablets and equal to 15.5% of tablets.
Process node
22 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 22 nm process, which is larger than 57.9% of tablets and equal to 7.2% of tablets.
Internal storage
64 GB
Market range: <16 GB – >256 GB
This tablet has 64 GB of internal storage, which is more than 39.1% of tablets and equal to 17% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core score
?
Chipset
Intel Atom Z3745
This tablet runs on Intel Atom Z3745, which is less advanced than 77.6% of tablets and equal to 1% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Screen resolution
1366×768
This tablet has a 1366×768 screen, which is less sharp than 65.6% of tablets and equal to 2.4% of tablets.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >120 Hz
This tablet has a 60 Hz screen, which is smoother than 0.1% of tablets and equal to 73.4% of tablets.
Display type
IPS LCD
This tablet uses a IPS LCD display type. 17% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
155 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 155 ppi, which is lower than 84.5% of tablets and equal to 1.9% of tablets.
Display glass type
Corning Gorilla Glass 3
This tablet protects its screen with Corning Gorilla Glass 3, which is more durable than 80.2% of tablets and the same as 11.2% of tablets.
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What reviewers say
Optical image stabilization
no
This tablet does not support optical stabilisation. 0.4% of tablets offer this.
Main camera megapixels
2 MP
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a rear camera with 2 MP resolution, which is lower than 93.6% of tablets and equal to 5.6% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
2 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera with 2 MP resolution, which is lower than 53.8% of tablets and equal to 25.5% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
N/A
Optical zoom
N/A
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Battery capacity
8,060 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has 8,060 mAh battery capacity, which is larger than 74.3% of tablets and equal to 0.1% of tablets.
Charging speed
18 W
Market range: <10 W – >45 W
This tablet charges at 18 W, which is faster than 48% of tablets and equal to 12.3% of tablets.
Battery life
7.65 hours
Market range: <7 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 7.65 hours, which is shorter than that of 84.4% of tablets and equal to that of 0.1% of tablets.
Wireless charging
no
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets offer this.
Fast charging
yes
This tablet supports fast charging. 43.2% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
LTE support
no
This tablet does not have built-in LTE. 42.9% of tablets offer this.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This tablet connects to Wi-Fi. 0.2% of tablets offer this.
GPS
no
This tablet does not have built-in GPS. 82.9% of tablets offer this.
5G connectivity
no
This tablet does not support 5G. 8.1% of tablets offer this.
NFC
no
This tablet does not include NFC. 10.8% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
Operating system
Windows
This tablet uses the Windows operating system, which is less advanced than the one used by 84.2%.
Update support duration
short
This tablet offers short update support, which is shorter than the support period of 52.4% of tablets and equal to that of 47.6% of tablets.
Direct OS updates
yes
This tablet supports direct OS updates. 20.3% of tablets offer this.
On-device AI
no
This tablet does not support on-device AI. 28.3% of tablets support this capability.
App tracking protection
no
This tablet does not support app tracking protection. 28.4% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say
IP rating
not rated
This tablet's IP rating is not rated, which is less protected than 16.5% of tablets and the same as 83.6% of tablets.
Weight
585 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 585 g, which is heavier than 72.6% of tablets and equal to 0.5% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
no
This tablet does not support a backlit keyboard. 9.7% of tablets support backlit keyboards.
Keyboard accessory
yes
This tablet supports a keyboard accessory. 15.8% of tablets support this option.
Pen latency
N/A
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What reviewers say
Number of microphones
1
Market range: <1 – >3
This tablet has a microphone array of 1, which is more than 0.2% of tablets and equal to 54.8% of tablets.
aptX Adaptive
no
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this.
Dolby Atmos support
no
This tablet does not support Dolby Atmos. 31.3% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
2
Market range: <2 – >4
This tablet includes 2 speakers, which is more than in 9.8% of tablets and equal to the number in 60.8% of tablets.
FM radio
no
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer this.
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What reviewers say

Acer Aspire Switch 10 WiFi (2GB + 64GB) vs the average tablet

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  • Monitors battery health
    This tablet monitors battery health, while the average tablet does not. 36.7% of tablets monitor battery health.
  • 22.1% larger battery capacity
    This tablet has a larger battery capacity than the average tablet (8,060 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    8,060 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • 877 Hz higher PWM dimming frequency
    This tablet has a higher PWM dimming frequency than the average tablet (877 Hz vs 0 Hz). The average tablet has PWM dimming frequency of 0 Hz.
    877 Hz vs 0 Hz
  • 12.9% higher review score
    Reviews score
    7.9/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▲ Better than 52% of models

    80%

    7.7

    Average grade

    20%

    8.6

    Popularity

    Grades by review (25)
    18 reviews: 10 with a printed score, 8 estimated from the review. 7 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    7.9 vs 7.0
  • More durable glass
    This tablet has more durable glass than the average tablet (Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs Corning Gorilla Glass). The average tablet uses Corning Gorilla Glass.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • Fingerprint unlocking
    This tablet supports fingerprint unlocking, while the average tablet does not. 16% of tablets offer this.
    Rear-mounted fingerprint scanner.
  • Supports HDMI output
    This tablet supports HDMI output, while the average tablet does not. 49.8% of tablets offer this.
    micro-HDMI port
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Intel Atom Z3745 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Intel Atom Z3745 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 12.9% higher review score
    Reviews score
    7.9/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.4 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▲ Better than 52% of models

    80%

    7.7

    Average grade

    20%

    8.6

    Popularity

    Grades by review (25)
    18 reviews: 10 with a printed score, 8 estimated from the review. 7 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    7.9 vs 7.0
  • 13.3% higher sentiment score
    8.5 vs 7.5
  • More advanced chipset
    This tablet has a more advanced chipset than the average tablet (Intel Atom Z3745 vs MediaTek MT8169A).
    Intel Atom Z3745 vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • 877 Hz higher PWM dimming frequency
    This tablet has a higher PWM dimming frequency than the average tablet (877 Hz vs 0 Hz). The average tablet has PWM dimming frequency of 0 Hz.
    877 Hz vs 0 Hz
  • More durable glass
    This tablet has more durable glass than the average tablet (Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs Corning Gorilla Glass). The average tablet uses Corning Gorilla Glass.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • Monitors battery health
    This tablet monitors battery health, while the average tablet does not. 36.7% of tablets monitor battery health.
  • 22.1% larger battery capacity
    This tablet has a larger battery capacity than the average tablet (8,060 mAh vs 6,600 mAh). The average tablet offers 6,600 mAh of battery capacity.
    8,060 mAh vs 6,600 mAh
  • Fingerprint unlocking
    This tablet supports fingerprint unlocking, while the average tablet does not. 16% of tablets offer this.
    Rear-mounted fingerprint scanner.
  • Supports HDMI output
    This tablet supports HDMI output, while the average tablet does not. 49.8% of tablets offer this.
    micro-HDMI port
  • No USB-C port
    This tablet does not have a USB Type-C port, while the average tablet does. 54% of tablets have one.
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has fewer CPU threads than the average tablet (4 vs 8). The average tablet has 8 CPU threads.
    4 vs 8
  • 6 MP lower rear resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution rear camera than the average tablet (2 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a rear camera of 8 MP.
    2 MP vs 8 MP
  • Shorter update support
    This tablet offers shorter update support than the average tablet (short vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    short vs medium
  • 3 MP lower front resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution front camera than the average tablet (2 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    2 MP vs 5 MP
  • Less advanced operating system
    This tablet runs on a less advanced operating system than the average tablet (Windows vs Android). Operating system choice shapes app support, updates, and ecosystem features.
    Windows vs Android
  • 2.35 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (7.7 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    7.65 hours vs 10 hours
  • No continuous video AF
    This tablet does not support continuous video AF, the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets support continuous video autofocus.
  • 34.6% more expensive
    Acer Aspire Switch 10 WiFi (2GB + 64GB) is more expensive than the average tablet (£350 vs £260).
    £350 vs £260
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has fewer CPU threads than the average tablet (4 vs 8). The average tablet has 8 CPU threads.
    4 vs 8
  • 2 GB less RAM
    This tablet has less RAM than the average tablet (2 GB vs 4 GB). The average tablet has 4 GB of RAM.
    2 GB vs 4 GB
  • No big.LITTLE architecture
    This tablet does not support big.LITTLE architecture, while the average tablet does. 51.7% of tablets support big.LITTLE architecture.
  • 48.8% slower GPU clock
    This tablet runs its GPU slower than the average tablet (333 MHz vs 650 MHz). The average tablet runs its GPU at 650 MHz.
    333 MHz vs 650 MHz
  • 57.1% larger process node
    This tablet has a larger process node than the average tablet (22 nm vs 14 nm). The average tablet is built on 14 nm.
    22 nm vs 14 nm
  • More basic graphics
    This tablet has less advanced graphics than the average tablet (Intel HD Graphics vs Mali-G51).
    Intel HD Graphics vs Mali-G51
  • 5 years older
    This tablet was released earlier than the average tablet (2014 vs 2019). The average tablet was released in 2019.
    May 2014
    2014 vs 2019
  • 29.9% softer screen detail
    This tablet has softer screen detail than the average tablet (155 ppi vs 221 ppi). The average tablet has a pixel density of 221 ppi.
    155 ppi vs 221 ppi
  • 50 nits lower typical brightness
    This tablet has a lower typical brightness than the average tablet (350 nits vs 400 nits). The average tablet reaches 400 nits typical brightness.
    350 nits vs 400 nits
  • Less sharp display
    This tablet has a less sharp screen than the average tablet (1366×768 vs 1920×1200).
    1,366×768 vs 1,920×1,200
  • 6 MP lower rear resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution rear camera than the average tablet (2 MP vs 8 MP). The average tablet has a rear camera of 8 MP.
    2 MP vs 8 MP
  • 3 MP lower front resolution
    This tablet has a lower-resolution front camera than the average tablet (2 MP vs 5 MP). The average tablet has a front camera of 5 MP.
    2 MP vs 5 MP
  • No continuous video AF
    This tablet does not support continuous video AF, the average tablet does. 57.7% of tablets support continuous video autofocus.
  • No tap-to-focus
    This tablet does not support touch autofocus, while the average tablet does. 83% of tablets support touch autofocus.
  • No manual exposure control
    This tablet does not support manual exposure, while the average tablet does. 63.6% of tablets support manual exposure.
  • No HDR photo mode
    This tablet does not have HDR photo mode, the average tablet does. 79.8% of tablets support HDR photo mode.
  • No timelapse video
    This tablet does not support timelapse video, while the average tablet does. 57.5% of tablets support timelapse video.
  • 2.35 hours shorter battery life
    This tablet offers shorter battery life than the average tablet (7.7 hours vs 10 hours). The average tablet offers 10 hours of battery life.
    7.65 hours vs 10 hours
  • No USB-C port
    This tablet does not have a USB Type-C port, while the average tablet does. 54% of tablets have one.
  • Older Wi-Fi standard
    This tablet has an older Wi-Fi standard than the average tablet (Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)).
    Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
  • No GPS
    This tablet does not include GPS, while the average tablet does. 82.9% of tablets include GPS.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This tablet has an older Bluetooth version than the average tablet (4 vs 5).
    4 vs 5
  • No face recognition
    This tablet does not have face recognition, the average tablet does. 56.4% of tablets support face recognition.
  • Shorter update support
    This tablet offers shorter update support than the average tablet (short vs medium). The average tablet gets medium of update support.
    short vs medium
  • Less advanced operating system
    This tablet runs on a less advanced operating system than the average tablet (Windows vs Android). Operating system choice shapes app support, updates, and ecosystem features.
    Windows vs Android
  • No full-page screenshots
    This tablet does not support full-page screenshots, the average tablet does. 53% of tablets support full-page screenshots.
  • 2.95 mm thicker
    This tablet is thicker than the average tablet (11 mm vs 8 mm). The average tablet is 8 mm thick.
    10.95 mm vs 8 mm
  • 19.4% heavier
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (585 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    585 g vs 490 g
  • 86.7 mm wider
    This tablet is wider than the average tablet (262 mm vs 175.3 mm). The average tablet is 175.3 mm wide.
    262 mm vs 175.3 mm

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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

8.0
mobiletechreview.com
≈ estimated
23/06/2014
Review · Travel Windows hybrid
Verdict
The Acer Aspire Switch 10 is a classy, versatile travel Windows machine with a sharp screen, but its Atom chip makes it feel more netbook than laptop.
6.0
expertreviews.co.uk
✓ explicit
27/06/2014
Benchmark test · Windows 8 hybrid
Verdict
The Acer Aspire Switch 10 has a vivid screen and a light tablet, but its wobbly keyboard dock and short battery put it just behind the Asus T100.
8.0
t3.com
✓ explicit
27/06/2014
Hands-on review · Budget Windows hybrid
Verdict
The Acer Aspire Switch 10 is an affordable hybrid, fine for everyday tasks in both laptop and tablet mode, though its plasticky build and cramped keys are compromises.
6.0
techadvisor.com
✓ explicit
11/07/2014
Lab test · Budget hybrid laptop
Verdict
The Acer Aspire Switch 10 has a bright screen and four flexible modes, but it is neither a great laptop nor a great tablet, and it tips over easily.
7.0
stuff.tv
≈ estimated
21/08/2014
Hands-on review · Budget laptop-tablet
Verdict
The Acer Aspire Switch 10 is a bargain laptop and tablet in one, with flexible modes, but misalignment and doubts about durability hold it back.
8.0
pcmag.com
✓ explicit
28/08/2014
Hands-on review · Detachable Windows tablet
Verdict
The Acer Aspire Switch 10 is worth a look for on-the-go Windows work, with four modes, but it's top-heavy and the Asus T100TA is the better pick.
8.0
uk.pcmag.com
✓ explicit
28/08/2014
Full review · Detachable Windows tablet
Verdict
The Acer Aspire Switch 10 is a solid, flexible detachable Windows tablet for portable work, but it's top-heavy and its battery trails the Asus T100TA.
6.0
techradar.com
✓ explicit
12/11/2014
Hands-on review · Budget Windows 8.1 hybrid
Verdict
The Acer Aspire Switch 10 is a fine budget hybrid for basic tasks, with a bright screen and full Windows 8.1, but its plasticky build and bloatware hold it back.
7.0
trustedreviews.com
≈ estimated
29/04/2014
Hands-on review · Budget Windows hybrid
Verdict
The Acer Aspire Switch 10 is a versatile Windows hybrid for films and browsing, suiting buyers who accept its modest processor.
7.9
cnet.com
✓ explicit
01/08/2014
Hands-on review · Budget hybrid
Verdict
The Acer Aspire Switch 10 is a budget hybrid whose magnetic hinge and four modes are easier to use than some rivals, but its slow Atom chip suits only light tasks.
6.4
computerbild.de
✓ explicit
28/07/2014
Hands-on test · Detachable notebook
Verdict
The Acer Aspire Switch 10 is quiet and works as both notebook and tablet, but it's slow for games, has little free storage and few ports.
8.0
pcwelt.de
≈ estimated
29/04/2014
First test · Detachable Windows tablet
Verdict
The Acer Aspire Switch 10 is a well-built two-in-one with a comfortable keyboard, but the notebook falls backwards when the screen is pushed far back.
7.0
connect.de
≈ estimated
18/11/2015
Real-world test · Premium 2-in-1
Verdict
The Acer Aspire Switch 10 Special Edition looks premium with glass on both sides, but its nearly 600-gram tablet and tipping screen let the package down.
7.0
chip.de
≈ estimated
27/03/2015
Review · Keyboard dock tablet
Verdict
The Acer Aspire Switch 10 is a bright, quick Windows tablet that becomes a notebook with its included dock, but average equipment and weight hold it back.
7.8
notebookcheck.com
✓ explicit
14/07/2014
Lab test · Budget Windows 2-in-1
Verdict
The Acer Aspire Switch 10 is a solid all-rounder with a good keyboard, bright screen and good speakers, but its battery is the weak point for long trips.
9.0
papacube.com
≈ estimated
28/01/2015
Hands-on test · Drawing and video
Verdict
The Acer Aspire Switch 10 suits light sketching on the go with Sketchbook, though Photoshop lags and a basic stylus lacks pressure sensitivity.
9.0
tabletpc.it
≈ estimated
17/06/2014
Review · Budget Windows hybrid
Verdict
The Acer Aspire Switch 10 is a versatile Windows hybrid at a very low price, suiting buyers who accept a plastic-feeling body and no stylus.
8.0
fwd.nl
✓ explicit
23/06/2014
Hands-on review · Budget hybrid
Verdict
The Acer Aspire Switch 10 is a heavy hybrid with a good screen and a day of battery, but mushy keys and an Acer-only charging plug hold it back.
tweakers.net
20/06/2014
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Acer Aspire Switch 10 WiFi (2GB + 64GB)

  • Affordable price point for a full Windows 8.1/10 hybrid device
  • Innovative magnetic Snap Hinge allows for easy switching between laptop, tablet, tent, and display modes
  • High-quality IPS display with wide viewing angles and good color accuracy
  • Compact and lightweight design, making it highly portable for travel
  • Often includes a free activation code for Microsoft Office Home and Student
  • Some configurations include a keyboard dock with an integrated 500GB hard drive

What customers don't like about Acer Aspire Switch 10 WiFi (2GB + 64GB)

  • Top-heavy design causes the device to tip over easily when used in laptop mode
  • Subpar battery life compared to competitors like the ASUS Transformer Book T100
  • Sluggish performance from the Intel Atom processor, especially during multitasking or heavy web browsing
  • Limited onboard storage (32GB base model) is largely consumed by the operating system
  • Trackpad and keyboard can feel cramped and sometimes unresponsive or erratic
  • Slow charging times via the micro-USB port

Verdict

The Acer Aspire Switch 10 is a versatile 10.1-inch 2-in-1 hybrid featuring an Intel Atom Z3745 quad-core processor (up to 1.86GHz), 2GB of LPDDR3 RAM, and 64GB of eMMC flash storage. It is equipped with a responsive IPS touchscreen display (typically 1366 x 768 or 1280 x 800) protected by Gorilla Glass 3, and utilizes a magnetic Snap Hinge that allows for four distinct usage modes: notebook, tablet, tent, and display. Key pros include its portable, brushed-aluminum design, the inclusion of Microsoft Office, and decent visual clarity from wide viewing angles. However, notable cons include a relatively short battery life (averaging 5–8 hours), a top-heavy build that makes it prone to tipping in notebook mode, and limited performance that struggles with heavy multitasking or intensive software.

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