August 9, 2026 — Acer has officially opened pre-orders for its new laptop model, the Aspire Go 15 AG15-Q31P, which was previously announced at the Computex 2026 international exhibition. The new device has attracted industry attention as the first to be powered by the entry-level octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon C processor. The manufacturer's marketing strategy is clearly targeted at the mass market, positioning the device as an affordable alternative to the popular MacBook Neo.
Technical Specifications and Architecture
The Aspire Go 15 is built around the Qualcomm Snapdragon C processor, which includes an integrated Qualcomm Adreno GPU and an entry-level neural processing unit (NPU). The presence of an NPU allows the device to run basic AI applications, which has become a standard for modern laptops in 2026. The model configuration includes 8 GB of RAM and a 128 GB flash storage drive. The device features a 15.6-inch display with Full HD resolution (1920 × 1080 pixels) and a classic 16:9 aspect ratio.
Battery Life and Connectivity
To ensure mobility, the laptop is equipped with a 53 Wh battery. Charging is performed via a 65 W adapter connected through a USB Type-C port. In terms of connectivity, the model offers two full-featured USB Type-C ports, one USB Type-A port, and HDMI 1.4. Wireless communication is implemented via Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.4 adapters. For multimedia tasks, two speakers and a Full HD webcam are provided, which is sufficient for high-quality video calls.
Pricing and Availability
The laptop comes with Windows 11 Home pre-installed. In the UK, sales will begin on September 1, 2026, at a price starting from £499.99. Acer is betting that the combination of Snapdragon C performance and a low price will make the device attractive to students, office workers, and home users, offering functionality comparable to more expensive competitors.
Conflicting Data
During fact-checking, a discrepancy in pricing data between sources was identified. The publication 3DNews reports that sales in the UK will start at £499.99 (approximately $630-650 depending on the exchange rate). However, the Ukrainian resource ITC.ua states in the article headline that the model starts "from $300". This significant discrepancy may be due to differences in regional pricing, planned discounts, or errors in the initial press releases. At this time, the exact price for the global market remains subject to clarification.
