Acer announces its first Chromebook for… gaming?

When one particular thinks of gaming, a single typically thinks of a console, smartphone, or gaming Computer system/notebook. Having said that, cloud gaming is promptly attaining traction (even nevertheless Google lately introduced it is shutting Stadia down), and a great deal of gadgets are on the horizon to aid that. The latest comes from Acer in the type of the Acer Chromebook 516 GE — a large 16″ Chromebook with stable requirements for cloud gaming on providers like GeForce NOW.

Driven by 12th Gen Intel Main processors, a significant 16-inch WQXGA (2560×1600) IPS show with 120Hz refresh charge, anti-ghosting keyboard, advanced DTS audio, up to 16GB of RAM, up to 256GB of PCIe Gen3 SSD storage, and more, the Chromebook by itself appears quite strong.

“The Acer Chromebook 516 GE sets the stage for a new period of Chromebooks with the focus squarely on gaming it brings together the excellent selection of gaming hardware, recreation-streaming assist for NVIDIA GeForce NOW’s major tier and uncomplicated access to well-known game titles from the leading cloud gaming platforms. Chromebooks have secured their situation as an indispensable resource for training, function, leisure, and private productiveness, so now it is time to have far more fun.”

James Lin,General Manager, Notebooks, IT Items Small business, Acer Inc.

In accordance to Acer, the Chromebook 516 GE “supports the highest functionality tier of NVIDIA GeForce NOW” for cloud gaming. With its complex technical specs, this Chromebook must provide a sound streaming gaming encounter as extensive as you have a respectable online connection for its RJ-45 2.5G Ethernet port and Wi-Fi 6E assist. The Chromebook also incorporates dual USB Style-C, a USB Sort-A, HDMI, and Bluetooth 5.2 ports and connectivity.

The Acer Chromebook 516 GE gaming laptop will be obtainable in the United States in October starting at US$649.99. For a minimal time, Google is also presenting a 3-month cost-free trial of NVIDIA GeForce NOW for U.S. purchasers.

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Final Up to date on October 11, 2022.