Acer Chromebook Plus 516 16 C3-100U 8/256 WUXGA ChromeOS - Intel Core i3-N305

For professionals and students who need a large, high-resolution display without sacrificing portability or battery life, the Acer Chromebook Plus 516 delivers a 16-inch WUXGA IPS screen powered by an efficient Intel Core i3-N305 processor. It handles multitasking, cloud apps, and video conferencing with ease, while ChromeOS ensures fast boot times and automatic security updates.

Who is it for

Ideal for remote workers, educators, and anyone who spends hours in browser-based workflows. The spacious 16:10 display reduces scrolling, and the backlit keyboard supports comfortable typing in any lighting. With 8GB RAM and 256GB NVMe SSD, it keeps up with demanding tabs and Android apps.

Main features

• 16-inch WUXGA (1920x1200) IPS ComfyView display with 16:10 aspect ratio
• Intel Core i3-N305 8-core processor (up to 3.8GHz turbo)
• 8GB LPDDR5X RAM and 256GB PCIe NVMe SSD
• Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.2 for fast, reliable connectivity
• Full HD webcam with privacy shutter and dual microphones
• Backlit keyboard and Titan C2 security chip
• Up to 10 hours battery life

Specifications

• Operating system: ChromeOS
• Processor: Intel Core i3-N305 (8 cores, 1.8GHz base, 3.8GHz turbo)
• Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics (integrated)
• Memory: 8GB LPDDR5X
• Storage: 256GB PCIe NVMe SSD
• Display: 16" IPS, 1920x1200, anti-glare
• Ports: 2x USB-C (USB 3.2 Gen 2), 1x USB-A (USB 3.2 Gen 2), 1x HDMI 2.1, headphone/mic combo
• Wireless: Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Bluetooth 5.2
• Webcam: Full HD 1080p with privacy shutter
• Audio: Dual stereo speakers with DTS Audio
• Battery: Up to 10 hours
• Colour: Steel Gray

Tips

Pair this Chromebook with a USB-C docking station to connect external monitors and peripherals for a desktop-like setup. Enable Linux (Beta) in ChromeOS settings to run developer tools. Use the built-in Google Play Store to install Android apps for offline productivity.