- 16" WUXGA IPS display for crisp visuals and comfortable multitasking
- Intel Core 5 120U processor for fast, responsive ChromeOS performance
- 8GB LPDDR5X + 128GB UFS for efficient multitasking and quick app loading
- Wi‑Fi 6E + dual USB‑C (Gen 2) for fast, modern connectivity
The Acer Chromebook Plus 516 is a powerful 16" Chromebook built for demanding cloud‑based workflows, multitasking and productivity. Its sharp WUXGA IPS display offers excellent clarity, while the new Intel Core 5 120U processor delivers fast, efficient performance for ChromeOS. With 8GB LPDDR5X memory, 128GB UFS storage, Wi‑Fi 6E and a premium OceanGlass touchpad, it’s designed for smooth everyday use. A Full HD webcam with temporal noise reduction, long battery life and a durable iron chassis make it ideal for students, professionals and hybrid workers who need a reliable, modern Chromebook.
| Design |
|---|
| Product type |
Chromebook |
| Product colour |
Grey |
| Colour name |
Other |
| Country of origin |
China |
| AI-powered |
No |
| Display |
|---|
| Display diagonal |
40.6 cm (16") |
| Display resolution |
1920 x 1200 pixels |
| Touchscreen |
No |
| HD type |
WUXGA |
| Display technology marketing name |
ComfyView |
| Panel type |
IPS |
| Native aspect ratio |
16:10 |
| Display surface |
Matt |
| Display brightness |
300 cd/m² |
| Colour gamut |
45% |
| RGB colour space |
NTSC |
| Maximum refresh rate |
60 Hz |
| Anti-microbial screen |
No |
| Processor |
|---|
| Processor manufacturer |
Intel |
| Processor family |
Intel Core 5 |
| Processor model |
120U |
| Processor cores |
10 |
| Processor threads |
12 |
| Processor boost frequency |
5 GHz |
| Processor frequency |
1.4 GHz |
| Processor cache |
12 MB |
| Processor operating modes |
64-bit |
| Memory |
|---|
| Internal memory |
8 GB |
| Internal memory type |
LPDDR5x-SDRAM |
| Memory clock speed |
5200 MHz |
| Maximum internal memory |
16 GB |
| Storage |
|---|
| Total storage capacity |
128 GB |
| Storage media |
Flash |
| Graphics |
|---|
| On-board graphics card |
Yes |
| On-board GPU manufacturer |
Intel |
| Audio |
|---|
| Built-in speaker(s) |
Yes |
| Number of built-in speakers |
2 |
| Number of microphones |
3 |
| Built-in microphone |
Yes |
| Camera |
|---|
| Front camera |
Yes |
| Front camera resolution |
1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Privacy type |
Privacy shutter |
| Network |
|---|
| Wi-Fi |
Yes |
| Top Wi-Fi standard |
Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Wi-Fi standards |
802.11a, 802.11ad, 802.11b, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) |
| Antenna type |
2x2 |
| WLAN controller manufacturer |
Intel |
| Ethernet LAN |
No |
| Bluetooth |
Yes |
| Bluetooth version |
5.3 |
| Ports & interfaces |
|---|
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity |
2 |
| HDMI ports quantity |
1 |
| Line-in |
No |
| Combo headphone/mic port |
Yes |
| Line-out |
No |
| USB ports quantity |
4 |
| HDCP |
Yes |
| Keyboard |
|---|
| Pointing device |
Touchpad |
| Keyboard language |
UK English |
| Keyboard backlit |
No |
| Numeric keypad |
Yes |
| Keyboard special features |
Chrome Super Insert |
| Touchpad features |
OceanGlass Touchpad |
| Software |
|---|
| Operating system installed |
ChromeOS |
| Copilot+ PC |
No |
| Battery |
|---|
| Battery technology |
Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) |
| Battery capacity |
53 Wh |
| Battery life (max) |
15.5 h |
| Power |
|---|
| Required charging power (min) |
65 W |
| Security |
|---|
| Fingerprint reader |
No |
| Weight & dimensions |
|---|
| Weight |
1.7 kg |
| Width |
358.9 mm |
| Depth |
253.1 mm |
| Height |
19.2 mm |
| Height (rear) |
1.93 cm |
| Packaging data |
|---|
| Package width |
65 mm |
| Package depth |
498 mm |
| Package height |
310 mm |
| Package weight |
2.64 kg |
| General |
|---|
| Product series |
Plus 516 |
| Product family |
Chromebook |
| Packaging content |
|---|
| Keyboard included |
Yes |
| AC adapter included |
Yes |
| Power cord included |
No |
| Packaging content |
Chromebook Plus 516 CB516-1H-56WE Chromebook
Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) Battery
Power Adapter
Power Cord |
| Other features |
|---|
| Security features |
Discrete H1 Trusted Platform Module (TPM) solution for Chromebook
Camera shutter
Kensington lock (Nano-type) |
| Chipset |
Intel® |
| Manufacturer |
Acer, Inc |
| HDMI |
Yes |
