The Acer ConceptD 3 Ezel may be the Surface Laptop Studio alternative you're looking for
The convertible form factor isn't Microsoft-exclusive.
What you need to know
- Acer's ConceptD 3 Ezel is getting the RTX 3050 Ti treatment.
- It's Acer's 2-in-1 convertible laptop offering, which happens to share a form factor with the Microsoft Surface Laptop Studio.
- It's coming to EMEA territories in October, starting at 2,099 euros, as well as China for 13,999 RMB.
Acer has a series of products hitting shelves soon, including items in the Predator line for gaming enthusiasts and environmentally friendly (well, friendlier than most of the competition) laptops such as the Aspire Vero. But among its lineup of Windows 11 machines is one that strikes a remarkable similarity to the recently debuted Surface Laptop Studio.
The latest iteration of the ConceptD 3 Ezel packs refreshed specs and maintains its convertible form factor, allowing you to slim it down or fold it up however best suits your needs. And this time it's coming packed with the latest operating system from Microsoft.
Category | ConceptD 3 Ezel |
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Operating System | Windows 11 |
Display | 15.6" IPS display, UHD (3840 x 2160), 16:9 |
Processor | 11 Gen Intel Core i7 |
Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti |
Memory | 16GB (up to 32GB) |
Storage | 512GB SSD / 1TB, PCIe Gen4 |
Connectivity | Intel Wireless WiFi 6 AX201Wireless LANDual Band2x2 MU-MIMO TechnologyBluetooth 5.1 |
Audio | DTS X:Ultra Audio |
Battery | 13-17 hours (config dependent) |
Dimensions | 358 (W) x 249 (D) x 18.7/20.99 (H) mm |
Weight | 1.7kg |
You can get the ConceptD 3 Ezel via standard methods such as Newegg if you're a U.S. shopper, though Acer's website will also point you in the direction of other retailers if and when applicable. For those in the EMEA territories, expect purchase options to be available in October for 2,099 euros (or more, depending on your config). China also gets the Concept 3 Ezel in October starting at 13,999 RMB.
Acer announced a lot more than ConceptD refreshes at its 2021 Global Press Conference. Check out the rest of its lineup in case you want eco-friendly PCs or even a new gaming desk.
Convertible computing
Portable possibilities
You want an RTX 3050 Ti and Windows 11, and you want this power couple in a 2-in-1 form factor that converts to your needs on the fly wherever, whenever. That's where the ConceptD 3 Ezel comes into play.
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