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We saw a wide range of new technology announced and presented at CES 2025, including everything from gaming laptops to electric scooters. The star of the show has certainly been AI, and the new one Acer The Aspire Vero 16 takes full advantage of it all while being encased in a mix of post-consumer recycled plastic and new oyster shell material.
Acer has stated that the Acer Aspire Vero 16 is committed to carbon neutrality throughout its life cycle. In addition to using bio-based materials, it uses an easy-to-repair design to ensure that repair is an option before replacing.
Price and availability
The Acer Aspire Vero 16 is ready to release in April in the United States at $799.99 and then later in Q2 in Europe at €1,199. These are starting prices that fluctuate depending on the specifications you’re looking for.
It is definitely one of the most affordable options on the market, especially in the United States. However, regional prices can be at a much higher price point elsewhere.
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When the first eyes on the Acer Aspire Vero 16, I think it is quite clear that it is made of recycled material because of the color and design. It looks great, with a marbled green chassis encasing the entire device including the trackpad. In addition to recycled plastic, the chassis is also made of oyster shell material, making it carbon neutral and 100% recyclable.
Unfortunately, when you hold and use the Acer Aspire Vero 16, it feels like cheap plastic. The case feels quite light and flimsy, and I wouldn’t completely trust the Vero 16 in my bag without an extra layer of protection like a case or sleeve – and even then, it’s a risk.
Despite being made of plastic, the Acer Aspire Vero 16 is actually a bit heavier than I expected. It weighs in at 3.97 lbs (1.8 kg), which isn’t the lightest option out there, but it’s not too heavy for you to carry to and from work or keep with you on the go. Just make sure to pack it well and securely.
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The Acer Aspire Vero 16 measures in at less than 2cm and despite being so slim, it still comes packed with ports. You can take advantage of two Thunderbolt ports, as well as a USB-A port, an HDMI 2.1 port and an audio jack.
You have an LCD display panel on the Vero 16, which is 1920 x 1200 pixels. Despite not being OLEDthe screen is really very bright and vibrant. It looks absolutely stunning but left me wanting a bit more in terms of resolution, but at this price point you can’t complain too much.
Specifications
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| price: | $799.99 |
| CPU: | Up to Intel Core Ultra 7 255H |
| Graphics: | Intel Arc Graphics |
| RAM: | 32 GB LPDDR5X |
| Display: | LCD, Up to 16-inch, 1920 x 1200p |
| Storage: | Up to 2TB M.2 |
| Ports: | 2x Thunderbolt 4 (DP support), 1x USB-A, 1x Audio Jack, 1x HDMI 2.1 (TMDS) |
| Connectivity: | Wi-Fi 7 + Bluetooth 5.4 |
| Room: | 1440p QHD |
| Weight: | 3.97 lbs (1.8 kg) |
| Dimensions: | 259.4 (W) x 247 (D) x 12.4 x 19.6 (H) mm |
| Battery: | 65Wh |
Performance
Taking the Acer Aspire Vero 16 allows you to enjoy up to a Intel Core Ultra 7 255H processor paired with Intel Arc graphics and 32GB of RAM. This machine offers absolutely insane performance, especially for its price point. Regardless of what you intend to use it for, it offers a high level of performance for a wide range of productivity and creativity tasks.
Of course, having this processor means you can take advantage of a range of AI functions including Copilot + to help speed up the process of everyday tasks. But as AI slowly takes over the laptop space, this is becoming more common.
With a 65Wh battery, you will get decent battery life from this laptop. Acer says it will last about 10.5 hours, which should get you through a work day and then some with a full charge.
Early verdict
Overall, the Acer Aspire Vero 16 is an amazing laptop, providing you with great performance at a low price. As if that wasn’t good enough, you have a clean conscience since the casing is made from 70% recycled materials and it’s gorgeous.
One drawback is that the material feels quite cheap, but this can easily be overlooked when considering all the other benefits that are offered. It’s a bit frustrating that the regional price of this laptop makes it less affordable outside of the US and I hope Acer can fix this before the laptop’s release in April.
