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
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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
Published: 2016-08-09, Author: Igor , review by: mobilesyrup.com
Excellent screen, Superlative performance, Great operating system in Windows 10
Poor battery life, Average keyboard and trackpad at best, Heavy, Before anyone asks, here's the wallpaper you see on my desktop
On its own, the Switch Alpha 12 is, save for its less than stellar keyboard and poor battery life, a good device.And if all you care about is performance, then it's an easy computer to recommend. Going with the Switch Alpha 12, consumers can get a modern...
Abstract: Lisa Gade compares the Acer Switch Alpha 12 and the Microsoft Surface Pro 4 Windows tablets. Check out our video review of the Acer Switch Alpha 12...
Abstract: Lisa Gade reviews the latest MS Surface Pro 4 competitor, and one of the first to ship with Intel Skylake Core i5 and i7 CPUs rather than Core M— the Acer Switch Alpha 12. Despite the relatively low price— our Core i5 with 8 gigs RAM, 256 gig SS with keyb...
With the challenges of modern workplaces being what they are, it's hard to imagine a better solution than this. The laptops of the future is one where the nuances of design - not greater technical prowess - enable more productivity and the the Acer's Swit...
Published: 2016-10-19, Author: Thomas , review by: gadgetguy.com.au
Silent, fanless operation; good value for money; very useful tablet standalone mode, stylus and keyboard included
Screen not very bright
I'm inclined to think that I'd prefer a Surface Pro 4 except for two clear advantages for the Acer Switch Alpha 12. First, it has USB Type-C which is clearly the emerging connector standard. And, secondly, price. For a similarly specified (processor, RAM...
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
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
The Acer Switch Alpha offers a surprisingly great design and feature set in a 2-in-1 for the money without sacrificing power...
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Published: 2016-08-09, Author: Darren , review by: gizmodo.com.au
Problems aside, the performance you get with the Acer Switch Alpha 12 at just $US800 ($1,065) is surprisingly impressive. But like most hybrids, it's not for everyone. For the passionate laptop fan the thinner Samsung 9 is better — if devoid of touchscree...
Liquidcooled goodness, Very wellpriced, Thin and light
Single USBC port, Not exactly original
This might not be the most original 2-in-1 device from Acer, but it's impressive nevertheless and undoubtedly has the best chance of sticking it to rivals...
The Alpha 12 ticks many important boxes. It's well made from high quality materials, making it feel equally premium. The 2-in-1 notebook also features a sumptuous display up front, great for work and home. Added to this is a range of solid specifications...
Good performance, Bundled stylus, Decent build quality
All in all, Acer Switch Alpha 12 a fairly good 2-in-1 that works well both as a laptop and a tablet. It's quite premium looking and at a price tag of Rs 53,990, we think is quite a good deal. Some of the notable features include Windows 10, Liquid cooling...
