For its time, and this is almost a dozen years ago, the characteristics of the Acer Aspire 5738 were considered quite acceptable and corresponded to all trends and trends. The company began to equip its devices with discrete graphics cards from AMD and fast processors. In addition, a full-fledged wide-format matrix was implemented here, and the Acer Aspire 5738 boasted a 16 to 9 spread.
In pluses, you can also write albeit eccentric for today, but still nice appearance with an abundance of ports and interfaces. Yes, and the full-size keyboard from the Acer Aspire 5738 turned out to be surprisingly successful. Of course, the modern world, striding by leaps and bounds of technology, requires a laptop much more than this old man can offer, but still he is able to surprise. But first things first.
So, we present to your attention a review of the Acer Aspire 5738 laptop. Consider the main characteristics of the device, its advantages and disadvantages, as well as the advisability of buying in a particular case. We also take into account the feedback from the owners of the laptop.
Equipment
The device comes in a nice box made of thick cardboard in the form of a suitcase. On the front part you can see the image of the model itself and the possibilities of playing on a laptop in 3D modes. On the back there is a brief specification, which shows the most remarkable characteristics of the laptop, and at the ends are the usual labels, barcodes and other dealer surroundings.
Contents of delivery:
- the device itself;
- battery;
- cable;
- polarizing glasses for playing on a laptop in 3D;
- nozzle for diopter glasses;
- a disk with drivers and software;
- documentation with a warranty card.
Users especially warmly spoke about the nozzle for ordinary glasses. It is universal and fits almost any form factor. So you can use it not only when working with a laptop, but also a computer, as well as a TV. Glasses for 3D-visualization look impressive, and to call them the next Chinese consumer goods simply does not turn the tongue. All other accessories are standard, there is nothing remarkable in them.
Appearance
Of course, the Acer Aspire 5738 is “stitched” not in the latest fashion, but the exterior cannot be called repulsive; rather, it is pretty and original. In general, in appearance you can’t even say that we have a budget solution.
The lid of the laptop is bright and glossy. Yes, on the one hand, it adds beauty, but such a surface collects fingerprints like a vacuum cleaner, since they are easily removed with a napkin or a damp cloth. So users are generally satisfied with the exterior of the Acer Aspire 5738.
As for the assembly, judging by the reviews of the owners, there are no complaints about it. Users do not notice any crevices, creaks or backlashes, as well as deflections of the body.
Interfaces
On the front panel there is a universal card reader with a latch for the cover. The latter is not quite convenient for opening with one hand, so you have to get used to it.
On the right side are a pair of USB ports of type 2.0, a drive for working with DVD-ROM drives, an output for a modem standard RJ-11 and a security port.
On the left side you can see the power connector, a network interface such as RJ-45, a pair of HDMI-video outputs with one VGA, additional USB 2.0 and a 3.5 mm mini-jack acoustics input.
Judging by user reviews, there are more than enough ports, and there are no problems with connecting peripherals. Such an abundance will come in handy if you are working outdoors with photo and / or video gadgets.
Screen
The screen and its capabilities are not much different from those of fellow workers. Here we have a widescreen scan supporting a resolution of 1366 by 768 pixels. The matrix is built on TFT-technology and has an intelligent LED backlight, so that on a sunny day the screen does not fade, but in direct sunlight it is not possible to parse the data.
One of the main features of the Acer Aspire 5738 is its support for 3D modes. Using special software TriDef 3D (included), you can reveal all the visual capabilities of a laptop. Judging by user reviews, 3D modes work as they should, and really represent the picture in three planes.
The only thing worth clarifying is that the point of entry of the gaze is crucial, and even with a minimal change in the viewing angle, the 3D image begins to “swim”. So in the field and on your knees it’s quite difficult to see full 3D, and you have to look for a flat and not shaking surface. In general, the three-dimensional mode was a success, and there are no critical shortcomings here.
As for the other characteristics, here we have a solid middling: a good margin of brightness and contrast, viewing angles more than acceptable for the TFT standard, as well as a more or less natural picture at the output.
Input Devices
Acer Aspire 5738 boasts a full-fledged work area with a digital unit. The location of the auxiliary keys is standard, so you don’t have to get used to them. The buttons themselves are responsive and have a smooth, but noticeable stroke. Typing on such a keyboard is a pleasure.
The touchpad is offset slightly to the left of the center of the working area and the slot is recessed relative to the main plane. The button here is one and is made like a swing, so the edges have their own functional meaning. Users in their reviews complain about the weak responsiveness of the touchpad, but without any critical flaws. You can get used to it, as well as to a non-standard, left-handed arrangement.
Performance
The time-tested Intel Pentium Dual Core T 4400 series processor, working in tandem with the Radeon HD 4570 graphics card, is responsible for the performance. 4 GB of DDR3 memory are installed on board. This is enough for the stable operation of the Windows 7 operating system. User data is stored on a 320 GB hard drive.
Of course, there is no need to talk about the launch of modern games, but the chipsets are quite able to cope with old programs and new indie platformers. But in this case, there is something to play: Dragon Age: Origins, Call of Duty: Modern WarFare 2, Assassin`s Creed 2 and similar.
Autonomy
The laptop received a 4400 mAh lithium-ion battery. With a maximum load, and this video, games, the Internet turned on and the maximum screen brightness, the device lasted about an hour and a half. In mixed mode (Internet, music) the device will last two and a half hours.
If you turn on the energy-saving mode and use the laptop as a typewriter and a device for surfing the Web, then the battery will last for almost 4 hours, which is very good for a laptop.
Summarizing
This model is suitable for unpretentious users and those who need a workhorse, with which you can watch 3D videos and videos during breaks. So for regulars of social networks, field correspondents and students, the purchase of the Acer Aspire 5738 will be justified.
Everyone else is better off looking for something newer. Otherwise, you will be cursed by brake toys and attempts to install the tenth and even eighth version of the Windows platform.