Testseek.co.uk have collected 155 expert reviews of the Acer Aspire Switch Alpha 12 SA5-271 / SA5-271P and the average rating is 80%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Acer Aspire Switch Alpha 12 SA5-271 / SA5-271P.
June 2016
(80%)
155 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Users
(78%)
1008 Reviews
Average score from owners of the product.
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The editors liked
Affordable
Keyboard and stylus included (in the UK)
Ample power to rival Microsoft Surface
Silent operation
Decent screen
Integrated and adjustable stand
The Acer Switch Alpha 12 is an unabashed Microsoft Surface Clone
But it's a very good one. For a fraction of the price
The Acer replicates the form factor and most important features of the Microsoft Surface. It's aluminum body may not be as light or pr
Liquid
Cooled goodness
Very well
Priced
Thin and light
For its price class
The Acer Aspire Switch Alpha 12 delivers excellent performance in a well-thought-out design
And it includes a great keyboard
Great price point for a Windows 10 tablet
Performance similar to more expensive devices
Keyboard case is included
Good value for money
Full-size USB port is handy
Backlit keyboard
Runs silently
The editors didn't like
Battery life limited to around 5-hours per charge
Not the smallest or lightest design
Trackpad has an irksome click
Two-tone finish looks off
Poor speakers
Below average battery life makes the Acer Switch Alpha 12 hard to recommend for users who can't be around an outlet constantly. For many
It may be a deal breaker
While the Switch Alpha 12 is a good value compared to the Microsoft Surface Pro 4
You'll n
Single USB
C port
Not exactly original
While the display is good
It's not as contrasty or vivid as the OLED models on other 2-in-1s. And it's got a middling pen system
