Acer Chromebook Vero 514 availability begins

Availability has begun for the Acer Chromebook Vero 514, an eco-friendly laptop announced in August. Made partially with recycled materials in the chassis and trackpad, two models appear at Best Buy. Expect to pay $499.99 or $599.99, depending on which 12th gen Intel Core processor you choose.

I previously mentioned that the eco-centric, sustainable nature of the Acer Chromebook Vero 514 is really only half of the story. Aside from the heavy use of recycled materials, the value you get with this laptop is well above average.

To illustrate my point, here’s a breakdown of the Acer Chromebook Vero 714 specifications. The 12th gen Intel Core i3-1215U configuration costs $499 while the Core i5-1235U model adds $100 to the cost:

Spending $599 gets you the Core i5 along with better graphics capabilities and double the local storage. I suspect most people will be fine with the Core i3 but if you store tons of files or want a better gaming experience, the upgraded model is also a good deal.

Interestingly, when the Acer Chromebook Vero 514 was announced, a fingerprint sensor was mentioned. I don’t see that listed on either of these models, however.

Regardless, you’re certainly getting a capable Chromebook for the price here. Currently, the Core i3 model shows as “sold out” on Best Buy’s site, while the Core i5 can be ordered for delivery in six days.