I admire the iMac vibes Acers new all-in-one PC gives off but theres no way it can match its performance

Date:
Sun, 15 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0000

Description:
The Acer Aspire C24 is a sleek and stylish all-in-one but does it have the performance to match?

FULL STORY ======================================================================Acer Aspire C24: One-minute review The Aspire C24 is a minimalist AIO with a spec made for handling everyday workloads competently. Its design is simple but pleasing. The stark white finish adds to the appeal, and is reminiscent of Apple s iMac line. The materials dont feel as premium as those used in such models, but they at least help to keep the weight down, which makes the
Aspire C24 easy to set up and maneuver. And as far as AIO machines go, it takes up relatively little desk space, too. Assembling the stand is a quick and easy process. Once built, the central pole provides some adjustments, although the maximum height it achieves is too short. Theres no tilt functionality, either something the best all-in-one computer feature.

There arent too many ports on the Aspire C24, although I welcomed the inclusion of five USB ports, one of which is Type-C. An HDMI output, a
network port, and a combo audio jack also feature, but its a shame theres no SD card reader. The placement of the Aspire C24s ports is a little inconvenient, too, requiring you to reach all the way behind the unit to make your connections.

The general performance of the Aspire C24 is quite good, handling light productivity tasks and 4K streaming well. The 1080p display is a little underwhelming for a screen this size, but at least theres plenty of brightness, so you shouldnt struggle in environments with suboptimal
lighting.

However, owing to the absence of a dedicated GPU, gaming and creative performance is poor even alongside machines with similar integrated
graphics. Youll also notice some humming during such workloads and even during those of moderate intensity but thankfully this isnt distractingly loud.

The included mouse and keyboard are functional affairs. The latter is full-size, which means you get a number pad and other productivity-focused keys. It also has plenty of useful shortcuts on the F row. In contrast, the mouse is miniature and lacks side buttons, which makes it less useful for navigation. But while it cant compete with the best mouse options, it still performs well enough for casual use. Get daily insight, inspiration and deals in your inbox Sign up for breaking news, reviews, opinion, top tech deals,
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These peripherals connect via a USB dongle, not Bluetooth. They also run on disposable batteries, so theres no plug and play option (neither has any USB ports).

The Aspire C24 is hardly a budget machine, which means it doesnt exactly have affordability on its side when compared to other AIOs. Given its performance limitations, it fails to match the value offered by the best in the sector. Acer Aspire C24 (24-inch 512GB) at Amazon for 479.34 Acer Aspire C24 review: Price & availability (Image credit: Future) Starts from 999.99 (about $1,350
/ AU$1,900) Available in the UK only Expensive compared to what alternatives offer The Acer Aspire C24 starts from 999.99 (about $1,350 / AU$1,900) and is available now in the UK. Two models exist: both get the Intel Core Ultra 7 155U, but one gets 16GB of RAM and 1TB of storage, while the other gets 32GB of RAM and 2TB of storage.

For about the same price, you could have the excellent Lenovo Yoga AIO 27 , a PC with a considerably larger and sharper display than the Aspire C24s. Other performance-related specs are similar, as models get a range of Intel Core Ultra chips, but we were more impressed with its overall performance.

And if you already have a monitor and peripherals to hand, youll be hard pressed to find a better budget PC than the Apple Mac Mini (M4) . This has oodles of power, and, if you dont need the Windows environment, macOS is much slicker and easier to live with on the whole. All this makes it one of the best mini PCs around. Value: 3 / 5 Acer Aspire C24 review: Specs Swipe to scroll horizontally Acer Aspire C24 specs Row 0 - Cell 0

Review configuration

Max configuration

Price:

999.99 (about $1,350 / AU$1,900)

1,149.99 (about $1,550 / AU$2,195)

CPU:

Intel Core Ultra 7 155U (1.7GHz, 12 cores)

Intel Core Ultra 7 155U (1.7GHz, 12 cores)

Graphics:

Integrated Intel Graphics

Integrated Intel Graphics

RAM:

16GB DDR5

32GB DDR5

Storage:

1TB NVMe PCIe 4 M.2 SSD

2TB NVMe PCIe 4 M.2 SSD

Display:

23.8-inch Full HD (1080p) IPS, 16:9, 120Hz

23.8-inch Full HD (1080p) IPS, 16:9, 120Hz

Ports:

4x USB-A (3x USB 3.2 Gen 2, 1x USB 2.0), 1x USB-C (3.2 Gen 2), 1x HDMI out 1.4b,1x 3.5mm combo audio, 1x RJ45

4x USB-A (3x USB 3.2 Gen 2, 1x USB 2.0), 1x USB-C (3.2 Gen 2), 1x HDMI out 1.4b,1x 3.5mm combo audio, 1x RJ45

Wireless:

WiFi 7, Bluetooth 5.2

WiFi 7, Bluetooth 5.2

Camera:

5MP w/ privacy shutter

5MP w/ privacy shutter

Weight:

12.5kg

12.5kg

Dimensions (H x W x D):

21.3 x 15.9 x 1.5 inches (540 x 405 x 37mm

21.3 x 15.9 x 1.5 inches (540 x 405 x 37mm Acer Aspire C24 review: design (Image credit: Future) iMac-esque looks Light and compact Ports can be hard
to access All-in-one machines promise a full desktop machine in a neat package, and the Aspire C24 is no exception. The brilliant white finish
echoes Apples iMac designs of yore, but it still looks crisp and modern in todays market.

Whats more, the whole unit is pleasingly thin and light, even with the stand in place. However, the plastic materials of both the PC and stand dont feel particularly expensive or solid; I wouldnt be confident the Aspire C24 would remain intact after a light fall or a heavy knock.

I found it quite easy to assemble and affix the stand. There are just two screws for the pole-to-base attachment, and four for attaching the pole to
the PC. All require a Phillips screwdriver (not included) and nothing more. The Aspire C24 is also compatible with VESA mounts, should you wish to use
one of the best monitor stands instead. (Image credit: Future) The pole is small and slender, and features a small clip at the bottom for cable management purposes. While I appreciated this touch, youll struggle to fit more than a couple of leads inside. The base is a large square, but its pleasingly flat, so it isnt too much of an imposition on your desk space.

Adjusting the height of the Aspire C24 easy; the smooth movement means only a small amount of force is required to slide the unit up and down. However, the maximum height falls short of expectations, potentially posing an ergonomic problem for those with a loftier head position. The display can rotate from side to side, but it cant tilt in any direction, which is a small shame.

Packaged with the Aspire C24 are a keyboard and mouse. The former is a full size affair, which I always like to see when using a machine built for
general use and productivity in mind. Much like the computer itself, it's light but not exactly premium-feeling. (Image credit: Future) The same can be said for the mouse. However, unlike the keyboard, its miniature in size. It also lacks side buttons, which is a disappointing omission, especially given how usable and practical the keyboard is. Both peripherals connect via a single USB dongle; neither support Bluetooth. Both run on disposable batteries, too, and neither feature a USB port.

There arent many ports on the Aspire C24, although most users will likely
find the selection on offer sufficient. Im sure theyd welcome the five USB-A ports, although its a mild shame theres only one Type-C. You also get an HDMI out and a network port both of which are increasingly rare sights on modern computers. A combo audio jack completes the set.

I was slightly disappointed by the lack of an SD card reader, but my biggest gripe is that, save for the underside USB-A port, all ports are hard to access. Theyre at the back of the unit, near the center, which means you wont be able to connect devices while seated. The previous generation of the
Aspire C24 had its ports located on the side, which is more convenient and
it featured an SD card reader. Design: 4 / 5 Acer Aspire C24 review: Performance (Image credit: Future) Reasonable general performance Bright but unrefined display Terrible graphical performance GeekBench 6.4 (single-core) 2889; (multi-core): 15,500 3DMark Fire Strike: 8,072; Time Spy: 4,396; Night Raid: 34,260 CrossMark Overall: 1,865; Productivity: 1,756; Responsiveness: 1,430; Creativity: 2,164 Sid Meier's Civilization VI: Gathering Storm (1080p, High): 56 fps; (1440p, High) 47 fps The general performance of the Aspire C24 is quite good, handling light productivity and 4K video streaming quite well. It can, however, get a little flummoxed by multiple browser tabs and other multitasking scenarios, responding with momentary freezes. Fortunately, these arent frequent enough to disrupt the overall experience, but given my review unit was equipped with an Intel Core Ultra 7 and 16GB of RAM, I was expecting more composure.

Given the lack of a dedicated GPU, its no surprise that the Aspire C24 cant handle gaming very well. However, even on the lowest graphical preset, Cyberpunk 2077 was beset by rough visuals and an appalling frame rate. This surprised me, as Ive tested other devices with similar CPUs and integrated graphics to the Aspire C24, and theyve managed to run this title in a
playable if not pretty state.

During these sessions, the Aspire C24 emitted a distinctive hum that wasnt particularly shrill or loud, but was certainly noticeable. It was also a little disappointing that this humming occurred even when conducting
workloads of moderate intensity. (Image credit: Future) The display is a
mixed affair. Its very bright, which means content is visible no matter the viewing angle or particular lighting conditions of your environment. However, the 1080p resolution is lackluster, rendering noticeably jagged lines in
parts of the UI, which isnt something youd expect from a modern monitor.

The bundled keyboard is great for productivity purposes, given the full-size layout and plethora of useful shortcuts on the F row. Typing is comfortable thanks to the light and well-spaced keys, although as expected, theres a distinct lack of dampening compared to the best keyboards around.

Less practical is the mouse, owing to its small size and lack of buttons, which hamper usability somewhat. Thankfully, its responsive and it tracks well, while the clicks are perfectly sufficient. Performance: 3 / 5 Should
you buy the Acer Aspire C24? Swipe to scroll horizontally Acer Aspire C24 scorecard

Attributes

Notes

Rating

Value

There are better value machines on the market, especially if youre willing to consider other form factors besides AIOs.

3 / 5

Design

The light and compact form is appealing and practical, although the materials used are hardly premium. The same is true of the mouse and keyboard.

4 / 5

Performance

Adequate for light workloads, but nothing more. Theres a slight hum even during moderately intense tasks, and the display isnt particularly sharp.

3 / 5

Total score

The Aspire C24 is a stylish and compact AIO thats good for light workloads, but not much else besides. Considering its price, there are better value options out there.

3.5 / 5 Buy the Acer Aspire C24... You want a small footprint The compact form means it doesnt take up too much desk space, while the light build makes it easy to set up. You want a bright display It might only have a 1080p resolution, but the high brightness levels at least ensure the display is clear in all lighting conditions. Don't buy it if... Youre a gamer or a creative The lack of graphical power will be an issue for those after even light creative and gaming tasks. The displays lack of fidelity doesnt help, either. You want a premium build While it looks smart, the plastics used dont feel particularly sophisticated or strong. Acer Aspire C24: Also consider If the Acer Aspire C24 doesn't sound like it's enough for your purposes,
consider these alternatives instead: Lenovo Yoga AIO 27 For a similar outlay to the Aspire C24, you could get the Lenovo Yoga AIO 27 instead, which has a bigger display with a sharper resolution, and offers comparable performance. It also features HDMI in, so you can use it as a monitor for another device.

Read our full Lenovo Yoga AIO 27 review . Apple Mac Mini (M4) The Apple Mac Mini (M4) is an excellent budget desktop. Not only is its footprint extremely small, but its performance is outstanding, able to handle heavy workloads
such as video editing (although its not the best for gaming). Its so good
that it easily stands among the best macbooks and Macs . Granted, youll need to provide your own monitor, but if youve got a 4K or 8K one, the Mac Mini supports those.

Read our full Apple Mac Mini (M4) review . How I tested the Acer Aspire C24 (Image credit: Future) Tested for a couple of days Used for multiple tasks
and ran benchmarks PC reviewing experience I tested the Aspire C24 for a few days, during which time I used it for a variety of tasks, from light productivity and general browsing to streaming video and gaming. I also ran our series of benchmark tests, designed to assess all the different aspects
of PC performance.

Ive reviewed many PCs and other computing devices, from laptops and tablets
to desktop PCs. First reviewed March 2026 Acer Aspire C24: Price Comparison 529.99 479.34 View Low Stock 528.97 View 559 View 579 View 999.99 899.99 View Show more We check over 250 million products every day for the best prices powered by



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