Acer Chromebook Plus 514 (2025) unboxing: wildly-affordable powerhouse with a 512GB SSD – chromeunboxed.com

Acer has a knack for quietly releasing some truly compelling Chromebooks, especially in the mid-range. A while back, they dropped an impressive Chromebook Plus 514 that really stood out, thanks to its generous 512GB storage. Now, they’re back with a refreshed version of that same device, and it looks like a very worthy successor that comes packed with great specs and an incredibly aggressive price tag – currently sitting at just $249.

Acer Chromebook Plus 514 14” at Costco

The Best Chromebooks for 2025 – PCmag

Mostly under $500, web-centric Chromebooks can be superb budget-laptop values, capable of plenty for little money. Here’s how to buy the right one for you, backed by our deep reviews of today’s top models.