Acer has expanded their Switch 2-in-1 notebook line with 2 new models, the Switch 5 and Switch 3. Both notebooks come with Windows 10 and are best suitable for work, school, and fun. Both new Acer Switch 2-in-1 notebooks can be used with an Acer Active Pen on the touch screen to sketch, take notes or annotate documents or photos with Windows Ink.
Acer Switch 5
On the performance front, it comes with up to 7th Gen Intel Core i7 and i5 processors and intel HD Graphics 620. It comes with a built-in fingerprint reader on the power button authenticates users and provides quick access to their projects. The user info will remain secure and private when using the fingerprint reader for logging on thanks to Windows Hello. Acer promises battery life up to 10.5-hour on a single charge. The Switch 5 supports a 256GB or 512GB PCIe SSD and up to 8GB of LPDDR3 SDRAM.
The Switch 5 uses Acer’s proprietary LiquidLoop fanless cooling system to keep it running efficiently without fan noise and the LiquidLoop cooling system doesn’t require venting that can compromise reliability due to airflow issues and dust accumulation. The notebook comes with a 12-inch wide-view FHD+ touch display with IPS technology, the Switch 5 provides an impressive 2160 x 1440 resolution.
The Acer Switch 5 can be purchased with the Acer USB Type-C Dock that transforms the device into a powerful workstation. It includes the ports and connections commercial customers need: DisplayPort, HDMI, two USB 3.1 Type-C ports and three USB Type-A ports, as well as audio input for microphone and audio output for speakers.
Acer Switch 3
It comes with a 12.2-inch display and a responsive 10-point touch experience with the resolution of 1920 x 1200 and IPS panel. The front-facing speakers complement the stunning visuals with enhanced volume and quality for rich, expressive tones. Switch 3 runs on Intel Pentium and Intel Celeron processors that deliver solid everyday performance and up to 8 hours of battery life. 
Acer Switch 5 and Acer Switch 3 come with an attachable keyboard that snaps on with ultra-secure magnets and can be adjusted to an ergonomic angle for customer preference. Measuring just 5.85 mm thin, the keyboard delivers 1.4 mm of travel. The Switch 3 supports 32GB, 64GB or 128GB eMMC memory and up to 4GB of LPDDR3 SDRAM.
Pricing and Availability
- Acer Switch 5 will be available in North America in June starting at $799; in EMEA in June starting at €1,099, and in China in July starting at ¥7,499.
- The Acer Switch 3 will be available in North America in June starting at $399; in EMEA in June starting at €499, and in China in July starting at ¥4,999.
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