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Acer - Switch Alpha 2-in-1 12" Touch-Screen Laptop - Intel Core i7 - 8GB Memory - 256GB Solid State Drive - Gray

Model: SA527178M8
SKU: 6214901

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  • Key Specs
    • Screen Size: 12 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
    • Screen Resolution: 2160 x 1440 (Full HD+) (Screens come in a range of resolutions (measured in pixels, horizontal x vertical). The higher the resolution, the greater the picture quality.)
    • Touch Screen: true (Touch-screen devices make navigating more intuitive. Using a touch-screen display, you can do things such as tap to select, hold and drag to move items, swipe to scroll, and pinch to zoom.)
    • Processor Model: Intel 6th Generation Core i7 (Your computer's processor is like its brain. Working in combination with system memory, the power of the processor determines the complexity of software you can run, how many programs you can have open at the same time, and how fast those programs will run. Most computers feature an AMD, Intel or Snapdragon processor.)
    • Storage Type: SSD
    • Total Storage Capacity: 256 gigabytes
    • System Memory (RAM): 8 gigabytes (Random-access memory (RAM) is a computing device's short-term data storage, which allows active information to be accessed quickly. The size and type of RAM determines how efficiently the device can handle large amounts of information at one time. For example, gaming or video editing requires more RAM for optimal performance.)
    • Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 520 (Often referred to as a "graphics processing unit" (GPU), this device is responsible for displaying image content and decoding/encoding video content in programs and games.)
    • Battery Life (up to): 8 hours (Battery life will vary depending on the product configuration, product model, applications loaded on the product, power management setting of the product and the product features used by the customer. As with all batteries, the maximum capacity of this battery will decrease with time and usage.)
    • 2-in-1 Design: true (A laptop and a tablet combined in one lightweight, portable device. Sometimes referred to as "convertible" or "hybrid" laptops, these devices deliver the processing power and keyboard of a laptop. When you're ready to play, either detach the screen or fold your 2-in-1 into tablet mode to comfortably watch movies, play games, read an e-book and more.)
    • Backlit Keyboard: false (Integrated lights allow for visibility of the keys in low-light conditions.)
  • General
    • Brand: Acer
    • Model Number: SA527178M8
    • Product Name: Switch Alpha 2-in-1 12" Touch-Screen Laptop - Intel Core i7 - 8GB Memory - 256GB Solid State Drive
    • Color: Gray
  • Display
    • Display Type: LED
    • Screen Size: 12 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
    • Screen Resolution: 2160 x 1440 (Full HD+) (Screens come in a range of resolutions (measured in pixels, horizontal x vertical). The higher the resolution, the greater the picture quality.)
    • Touch Screen: true (Touch-screen devices make navigating more intuitive. Using a touch-screen display, you can do things such as tap to select, hold and drag to move items, swipe to scroll, and pinch to zoom.)
  • Processor
    • Processor Brand: Intel
    • Processor Model: Intel 6th Generation Core i7 (Your computer's processor is like its brain. Working in combination with system memory, the power of the processor determines the complexity of software you can run, how many programs you can have open at the same time, and how fast those programs will run. Most computers feature an AMD, Intel or Snapdragon processor.)
    • Processor Model Number: 6500U
  • Storage
    • Storage Type: SSD
    • Total Storage Capacity: 256 gigabytes
    • Solid State Drive Capacity: 256 gigabytes (The amount of data that can be stored on the device's solid state drive (SSD). SSD is a flash-based storage with faster speeds than a hard disk drive (HDD).)
    • Hard Drive Accelerator: None (A module integrated (or added) into a PC to improve performance speed. By acting as a high-speed cache, an accelerator speeds up access times to the hard drive, which results in faster web browsing, improved gaming experience, and overall more responsiveness.)
  • Memory
    • System Memory (RAM): 8 gigabytes (Random-access memory (RAM) is a computing device's short-term data storage, which allows active information to be accessed quickly. The size and type of RAM determines how efficiently the device can handle large amounts of information at one time. For example, gaming or video editing requires more RAM for optimal performance.)
    • Type of Memory (RAM): LPDDR3 (Each type of RAM delivers a different level of speed, bandwidth, energy efficiency and performance.)
    • Number of Memory Sticks Included: 3
  • Graphics
    • Graphics Type: Integrated (Dedicated graphics uses a separate graphics card for processing video images. Because it does not use memory from the system's RAM, there is no extra burden on the CPU and graphics are processed more efficiently. Integrated graphics shares system RAM to process video images.)
    • GPU Brand: Intel
    • Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 520 (Often referred to as a "graphics processing unit" (GPU), this device is responsible for displaying image content and decoding/encoding video content in programs and games.)
  • Compatibility
    • Operating System: Windows 10 Home (The operating system manages all software and hardware, including files, memory and connected devices. Most importantly, it lets you interact with your device and your programs in a visual way; otherwise, you'd be typing computer code to get anything done.)
    • Operating System Architecture: 64-bit (An operating system (OS) manages computer hardware, software resources, and programs in conjunction with the system's processor. 64-bit operating systems can handle more data at once than 32-bit systems, resulting in faster speeds, more effiency, and overall improved performance.)
  • Connectivity
    • Number of USB Ports (Total): 2
    • Headphone Jack: true (The device features an interface that allows for the connection of headphones.)
  • Power
    • Battery Life (up to): 8 hours (Battery life will vary depending on the product configuration, product model, applications loaded on the product, power management setting of the product and the product features used by the customer. As with all batteries, the maximum capacity of this battery will decrease with time and usage.)
    • Battery Cells: 2-cell
  • Camera
    • Front-Facing Camera: true
  • Features
    • 2-in-1 Design: true (A laptop and a tablet combined in one lightweight, portable device. Sometimes referred to as "convertible" or "hybrid" laptops, these devices deliver the processing power and keyboard of a laptop. When you're ready to play, either detach the screen or fold your 2-in-1 into tablet mode to comfortably watch movies, play games, read an e-book and more.)
    • Backlit Keyboard: false (Integrated lights allow for visibility of the keys in low-light conditions.)
    • Media Card Reader: true (A hardware device that allows for access to data on a memory card and enables the transfer of its files to a computer. These devices may have one or multiple slots for various types of memory cards, and may be integrated into the computer or available as an external device.)
    • Audio Technology: Acer TrueHarmony technology
    • Speaker Type: Stereo speakers
    • Casing Material: Aluminum
  • Dimensions
    • Product Height: 0.4 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Width: 11.5 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Depth: 7.9 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Weight: 2 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
  • Certifications Listings & Approvals
    • ENERGY STAR Certified: false (Devices carrying the ENERGY STAR service mark, such as computer products and peripherals, kitchen appliances, and other products, generally use 20% to 30% less energy than required by federal standards.)
    • EPEAT Qualified: false (The Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool (EPEAT) was designed to provide an environmental assessment tool for purchasers. In order to qualify for EPEAT, a product must meet all 23 required criteria.)
  • Included
    • Optical Drive Type: None (An optical disk drive (ODD) uses a laser light to read data from or write data to an optical disc. These discs include CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Discs. This allows you to play music or watch movies using prerecorded discs.)
  • Other
    • UPC: 888863793112

Touch screenAcer Switch Alpha 12 Convertible 2-in-1 Laptop: Work all day with this 12-inch Acer Switch two-in-one notebook computer. Its detachable touch screen display with a built-in stand offers flexibility, and the 256GB solid-state drive delivers quick boot times while providing storage space for photos, videos and other media. This Acer Switch two-in-one notebook computer has a 2.5GHz Intel Core processor and 8GB of RAM for optimum performance.

Laptop Buying Guide

  • Windows 10 operating system: Windows 10 brings back the Start Menu from Windows 7 and introduces new features, like the Edge Web browser that lets you markup Web pages on your screen. Learn more ›
  • 12" 10-point multitouch screen: CineCrystal glossy screen technology maintains the vivid colors in your photos and videos. 2160 x 1440 native resolution. IPS technology. LED backlight.
  • 6th Gen Intel® Core™ i7-6500U mobile processor: Ultra-low-voltage platform. Dual-core, four-way processing provides maximum high-efficiency power to go. Intel Turbo Boost Technology delivers dynamic extra power when you need it.
  • 8GB system memory for advanced multitasking: Substantial high-bandwidth RAM to smoothly run your games and photo- and video-editing applications, as well as multiple programs and browser tabs all at once.
  • 256GB solid state drive (SSD): While offering less storage space than a hard drive, a flash-based SSD has no moving parts, resulting in faster start-up times and data access, no noise, and reduced heat production and power draw on the battery.
  • Convertible design: Seamlessly switch between high-functioning laptop and portable tablet forms. The durable hinge makes it quick and simple to dock and detach the display from the keyboard.
  • Intel® HD Graphics 520: On-processor graphics with shared video memory provide everyday image quality for Internet use, basic photo editing and casual gaming.
  • Weighs 1.98 lbs. and measures 0.4" thin: Ultrathin and ultralight for maximum portability, featuring a smaller screen size and omitting the DVD/CD drive to achieve the compact form factor. 2-cell lithium-ion battery.
  • Aluminum chassis: Offers a sleek look.
  • Built-in media reader for simple photo transfer: Supports microSD, microSDHC and microSDXC memory card formats.
  • Dual-band wireless network connectivity: Built-in high-speed wireless LAN built into the screen, so it connects to your network or hotspots on all current Wi-Fi standards in both laptop and tablet modes.
  • Additional port: Headphone/microphone combo jack.
  • Windows 10 operating system: Windows 10 brings back the Start Menu from Windows 7 and introduces new features, like the Edge Web browser that lets you markup Web pages on your screen. Learn more ›
  • 12" 10-point multitouch screen: CineCrystal glossy screen technology maintains the vivid colors in your photos and videos. 2160 x 1440 native resolution. IPS technology. LED backlight.
  • 6th Gen Intel® Core™ i7-6500U mobile processor: Ultra-low-voltage platform. Dual-core, four-way processing provides maximum high-efficiency power to go. Intel Turbo Boost Technology delivers dynamic extra power when you need it.
  • 8GB system memory for advanced multitasking: Substantial high-bandwidth RAM to smoothly run your games and photo- and video-editing applications, as well as multiple programs and browser tabs all at once.
  • 256GB solid state drive (SSD): While offering less storage space than a hard drive, a flash-based SSD has no moving parts, resulting in faster start-up times and data access, no noise, and reduced heat production and power draw on the battery.
  • Convertible design: Seamlessly switch between high-functioning laptop and portable tablet forms. The durable hinge makes it quick and simple to dock and detach the display from the keyboard.
  • Intel® HD Graphics 520: On-processor graphics with shared video memory provide everyday image quality for Internet use, basic photo editing and casual gaming.
  • Weighs 1.98 lbs. and measures 0.4" thin: Ultrathin and ultralight for maximum portability, featuring a smaller screen size and omitting the DVD/CD drive to achieve the compact form factor. 2-cell lithium-ion battery.
  • Aluminum chassis: Offers a sleek look.
  • Built-in media reader for simple photo transfer: Supports microSD, microSDHC and microSDXC memory card formats.
  • Dual-band wireless network connectivity: Built-in high-speed wireless LAN built into the screen, so it connects to your network or hotspots on all current Wi-Fi standards in both laptop and tablet modes.
  • Additional port: Headphone/microphone combo jack.
Whats Included
  • Acer Switch Alpha 12 SA5-271-78M8
  • 2-cell battery
  • Power adapter, keyboard, active pen
  • Acer Switch Alpha 12 SA5-271-78M8
  • 2-cell battery
  • Power adapter, keyboard, active pen

Q: whats the version of windows is home edition or pro?

A: This ships Windows 10 Home 64 bit.

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