Acer Chromebook 516 GE (16-inch, 2022)

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Jun, 2025

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 16 reviews of Acer Chromebook 516 GE (16-inch, 2022). The average rating for this product is 4.3/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Reviewers really like the portability and durability. The screen and price are also mentioned favorably. There are some less positive views about the sound and image quality, while views about the size and battery are mixed.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the Acer Chromebook 516 GE (16-inch, 2022) is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 90/100 = Excellent quality.

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Acer Chromebook 516 GE review: great for gamers?

Can you really play AAA games on a Chromebook? Our Acer Chromebook 516 GE review answers that question and more...

Large, high-res screen ; Fast and responsive ; Decent keyboard ; Runs AAA games ; Excellent value

Not a touchscreen ; Backlit keyboard too dim ; No fingerprint scanner

The Acer Chromebook 516 GE makes cloud gaming on a laptop affordable, and does a decent job of playing AAA games via Nvidia's GeForce Now service. The 16-inch 2K screen is both large and detailed, and the 120Hz refresh rate makes for a smooth gaming...

Jan, 2023

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Expert review by : Allisa James (techradar.com)

Acer Chromebook 516 GE review

The Acer Chromebook 516 GE games as well as a laptop

Excellent performance ; Light and easy to carry around ; Great display and battery life

Cannot directly use Steam ; Pricey for a Chromebook with limited availability ; Poor sound quality

Though the title of the first gaming Chromebook is a bit overstated, the Acer Chromebook 516 GE is an excellent gaming machine when paired with streaming services. However, it's still not capable of direct Steam gaming, which is unfortunate.

Jan, 2023

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Expert review by : Cliff Joseph (pocket-lint.com)

Acer Chromebook 516 GE review: All fun and games

Does the Chromebook 516 GE offer a affordable alternative to an expensive PC gaming rig?

12th-gen Intel i5 CPU ; Attractive 16-inch/120Hz screen ; Slim and lightweight design ; Good connectivity

No dedicated GPU ; Only 8GB memory ; Heavily reliant on streaming game services ; Modest battery life

Taken on its own terms the Chromebook 516 GE proves to be surprisingly successful at bringing gaming to the Chromebook market. Its reliance on subscription-based streaming services for gaming won’t suit everyone - after all, you’re paying a monthly...

Dec, 2022

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Expert review by : Aaron Leong (digitaltrends.com)

Acer Chromebook 516 GE review: a Chromebook for gaming?

Google has partnered with companies such as Acer, Asus, and Lenovo to create the world's first ChromeOS-powered cloud gaming laptops.

Performance and endurance Great display Good price for the specs Well-built Play AAA games without your lap turning into lava

Gaming-related bugs and crashes No touchscreen Could use customizable keys

Nov, 2022

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Expert review by : Brian Westover (pcmag.com)

Acer Chromebook 516 GE Review

Acer's rousing Chromebook 516 GE is among the first Chromebooks designed specially for cloud-based gaming. If this machine is any indication, we may be seeing the birth of a promising new class of laptop.

Nov, 2022

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Acer Chromebook 516 GE review: Is this the best cloud-gaming laptop?

A cloud-gaming Chromebook? Someone get me an aspirin

Smooth 120Hz display ; Fast performance ; Decent 1080p webcam ; Great value for price

Tinny audio ; Mushy keyboard ; So-so battery life ; No touchscreen is awkward for Play Store games

This $500 cloud-gaming Chromebook boasts an RGB keyboard, a 120Hz display, and a quad-speaker setup, but these specs are futile for facilitating smooth remote-server streaming.

Apr, 2023

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Expert review by : S.G. Howe (slashgear.com)

Acer Chromebook 516 GE Review: A Worthwhile, But Niche, Investment - SlashGear

Acer's latest Chromebook is built to take advantage of cloud gaming services like GeForce NOW but also turns out to be a fine Chrome OS device on its own.

High-performing display unmatched by even some high-end laptops ; Ethernet port for lag-free gameplay

Appeal is very specific to cloud gaming only ; Cloud gaming subscriptions needed to see true potential

Nov, 2022

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Expert review by : Michael Gariffo (zdnet.com)

Acer Chromebook 516 GE review: As good as cloud gaming gets

Acer's first gaming Chromebook packs impressive hardware and some of the best cloud-based gaming performance I've experienced. But it's still entirely dependent on how well services like GeForce Now and Xbox Game Pass work for you.

Buttery-smooth performance ; Gorgeous 120Hz display ; Subtle gamer aesthetics

Keyboard backlighting is underwhelming ; On the thick side ; Charger feels a little dated

You're looking at pretty much all you need for a very compelling gaming experience.

Nov, 2022

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Expert review by (tomsguide.com)

Acer Chromebook 516 GE review

The Acer Chromebook 516 GE is a surprisingly good option for entry-level or casual gamers, and the battery life makes it worth serious consideration. However, the limitations of Chrome OS and an under

. But if you want to be able to game on the go and have performance you can rely on, the Acer Chromebook 516GE is an excellent option at a much cheaper price.

May, 2023

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Expert review by : Ian Dean (creativebloq.com)

Acer Chromebook 516 GE review: AAA gaming on ChromeOS is a reality

The Acer Chromebook 516 GE means you can finally play AAA games on a Chromebook.

Wonderful 120Hz display ; Fast and powerful spec ; Good for gaming and everyday use

Needs speedy broadband

The Acer Chromebook 516 GE is a high-spec ChromeOS laptop built for AAA gaming, and it works wonders (if your broadband is up to speed). Even if you're not a gamer the CPU and GPU spec, impressive build quality and lovely 16-inch, 120Hz display ensures...

Feb, 2023