Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 514 Debuts with MediaTek Kompanio Ultra Chipset and Built-In AI Features

Acer’s latest Chromebook brings advanced AI performance, powerful battery life, and a durable convertible design, plus two new Chromeboxes for versatile workspaces.

Acer has unveiled its newest addition to the Chromebook family: the Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 514, the first Acer Chromebook powered by the MediaTek Kompanio Ultra processor. This marks a significant step forward for ChromeOS devices, combining premium hardware, efficient on-device AI features, and robust battery life into one sleek package.

Also launched are two new Chromebox models designed to fit modern work and learning environments with expanded connectivity and compact designs.

Smarter Performance with MediaTek’s Flagship Chipset

The Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 514 (CP514-5HN) is built for power users who value speed, intelligence, and flexibility. At the heart of the device is the MediaTek Kompanio Ultra processor, the most advanced MediaTek chip ever featured in a Chromebook. With 50 TOPS of AI processing power and an integrated NPU (Neural Processing Unit), the Spin 514 supports real-time AI features, offline task automation, and smoother multitasking.

From content creation to everyday productivity, users will experience faster response times and improved efficiency. The integrated Arm Immortalis-G925 MC11 GPU handles demanding visuals, making this Chromebook a solid choice for creative professionals who work with rendering, modeling, and image editing.

And thanks to its energy-efficient design, users can expect up to 17 hours of battery life on a single charge, ideal for long school days, travel, or back-to-back meetings.

AI Features That Boost Everyday Productivity

The Chromebook Plus Spin 514 takes full advantage of Google’s latest AI tools built into ChromeOS. Some standout features include:

Smart Grouping: Automatically organizes tabs, documents, and apps for streamlined workflows
AI Image Editing in Gallery: Edit photos directly on-device without needing an internet connection
Quick Insert Key: One-touch access to AI-powered tools, menus, and apps
Select-to-Search with Lens: Instantly identify content in images and videos with a simple long press

Buyers will also get a free 12-month subscription to the Google AI Pro Plan, unlocking advanced Gemini and NotebookLM features along with 2TB of cloud storage across Google Drive, Gmail, and Photos.

Built to Last with a Flexible Design

This Chromebook isn't just smart, it’s built tough. The Acer Chromebook Plus Spin 514 meets MIL-STD 810H durability standards, with an aluminum chassis that resists drops, bumps, and wear from everyday use. Reinforced ports and 360-degree hinges support up to 25,000 open/close cycles, allowing users to switch between laptop, tablet, tent, and display modes effortlessly.

Key design features include:

14-inch touchscreen with WQXGA+ (2800x1800) or WUXGA (1920x1200) resolution
16:10 aspect ratio and slim bezels for immersive viewing
USI 2.0 stylus support (sold separately) for intuitive note-taking and editing
Scratch-resistant Corning Gorilla Glass and anti-fingerprint coating
Only 1.36 kg (2.99 lbs) and 15.5 mm thin for easy portability
Smart gesture features make handwritten input feel more natural, scribble to delete, circle to move text, or draw boxes to copy and paste instantly.

Crystal-Clear Video Calls and Strong Connectivity

Video calls are sharper and clearer with a 5MP or 1080p webcam, enhanced by AI tools that:

Automatically improve lighting and clarity
Blur backgrounds and cancel background noise
Support real-time translation in up to 12 languages
A built-in privacy shutter and one-click mute provide added peace of mind.

For entertainment and productivity, the Chromebook includes dual upward-firing speakers with DTS audio, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, dual USB Type-C ports, and an optional backlit keyboard. The OceanGlass touchpad, made from recycled ocean-bound plastic, is moisture-resistant and smooth to the touch.

New Acer Chromebox Models: Compact, Powerful, and Built for Business

Acer also launched two new Chromebox models designed for schools, retail spaces, offices, and other fixed-location setups:

Acer Chromebox CXI6
Powered by up to an Intel Core 7 150U processor
Connect up to four monitors with dual HDMI, USB-C, and five USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports
Wi-Fi 6E and 2.5G LAN for fast, stable connections
Acer Chromebox Mini CXM2
Fanless, ultra-compact design for quiet operation
Runs on Intel Core 3 N350 processor
Supports up to three displays with multiple USB and HDMI ports
Both Chromebox models support VESA mounting and Kensington lock security, making them ideal for digital signage, kiosks, and compact workstations.

Enterprise-Ready Options with Chrome Enterprise Upgrade

For business users, the Acer Chromebook Enterprise Plus Spin 514, Chromebox Enterprise CXI6, and Chromebox Enterprise Mini CXM2 include Chrome Enterprise Upgrade, unlocking enterprise-level security, management, and support tools.