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Acer Aspire 3 A315 Series (2021-2023)

A315-58, A315-59, A315-24PT, A315-44P

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The Acer Aspire 3 A315 is Acer's mainstream budget laptop line, sold from 2021 through 2023 as a straightforward machine for school, remote work, and home use. The name covers four distinct hardware families built on different chip platforms: the Intel-based A315-58 and A315-59, and the AMD-based A315-24PT and A315-44P. None of them were flagship laptops, but that is exactly why they resell well now — a huge number were sold, and buyers shopping for an affordable, capable Windows laptop are still looking for this class of machine. A working Aspire 3 with a decent RAM and storage tier still has real demand in the used market, even a couple of years out from launch. Pick your configuration and condition above for an instant cash offer, or see how the process works before you send anything in. If you have other Acer gear to clear out at the same time, you can also sell your Acer laptop alongside it.

Confirm you have the Acer Aspire 3 A315

The fastest way to check is Windows itself. Press Windows key + R, type "dxdiag", and press Enter — the System tab lists the exact model string. You can also check Settings → System → About, or flip the laptop over and read the sticker on the underside, which lists the full model number, something like A315-58-74KE.

A315-58

  • Intel 11th Gen Core i3, i5, or i7
  • Non-touch Full HD display
  • Sold roughly 2021 to 2022
  • Also seen as A315-58-74KE

A315-59

  • Intel 12th Gen Core i3, i5, or i7
  • Non-touch Full HD display
  • Sold roughly 2022 to 2023
  • Also seen as A315-59-568X, A315-59-53ER

A315-24PT

  • AMD Ryzen 7 5000 series
  • Touchscreen display — the "PT" in the model name
  • Sold roughly 2021 to 2022
  • Also seen as A315-24PT-R1L8

A315-44P

  • AMD Ryzen 3, 5, or 7, 7000 series
  • Non-touch Full HD display
  • Sold roughly 2022 to 2023
  • Also seen as A315-44P-R7GS

Prefer a visual check? The A315-24PT is the only one of the four with a touchscreen — its glass runs edge to edge across the bezel and responds to a fingertip. Look for an "Intel" or "AMD Ryzen" badge near the keyboard; that tells you the platform even if the underside sticker has worn off. All four share the same silver plastic chassis and 15.6-inch footprint, so the badge and the touch panel are the two quickest tells.

Core hardware configurations

Processor

  • AMD Ryzen 3, 5, or 7, 7000 series (A315-44P)
  • AMD Ryzen 7, 5000 series (A315-24PT)
  • Intel Core i3, i5, or i7, 11th Gen (A315-58)
  • Intel Core i3, i5, or i7, 12th Gen (A315-59)

Graphics

  • Intel UHD Graphics on most 11th and 12th Gen configurations
  • Intel Iris Xe Graphics on select i5 and i7, 12th Gen units
  • AMD Radeon integrated graphics on Ryzen 5000 and 7000 configurations

Memory

  • A single SODIMM slot, accessible behind the bottom panel
  • User-upgradable without voiding the warranty
  • Higher-RAM configurations resell faster than base 4GB or 8GB units

Storage

  • A single M.2 2280 NVMe SSD slot
  • No 2.5-inch drive bay on this generation
  • Larger SSD tiers hold value better than the base capacity

Display & audio

Display

A 15.6-inch panel at Full HD (1920x1080) resolution across the Intel-based A315-58 and A315-59 and the AMD-based A315-44P. The A315-24PT swaps in a touch-enabled panel at the same size and resolution.

Audio

Stereo speakers fire downward from the base, tuned more for voice clarity than bass. A single combo headphone and microphone jack is standard across the series.

Security

None of the four sub-models include a fingerprint reader or an IR camera as standard. Sign-in relies on a Windows password or PIN.

Ports & connectivity

Port selection is consistent across the series, with a USB-C port added on the later Intel 12th Gen and Ryzen 7000 boards.

Wired
  • USB-C data port (A315-59 and A315-44P)
  • USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A
  • USB 2.0 Type-A
  • HDMI
  • RJ45 Ethernet
  • 3.5mm headphone/microphone combo jack
  • SD card reader
Wireless
  • Wi-Fi 6 on 12th Gen and Ryzen 7000 configurations
  • Wi-Fi 5 on 11th Gen and Ryzen 5000 configurations
  • Bluetooth 5.0 or later

15.6-inch FHD M.2 NVMe SSD Upgradable RAM RJ45 Ethernet Wi-Fi 6 USB-C Windows 11

Battery, build & more

Battery

A built-in lithium-ion battery covers a normal workday of browsing and document work, less under sustained load. Battery health is one of the first things to check before you sell, since a swollen or fast-draining cell affects the offer.

Build

A plastic unibody chassis in silver, with a matching plastic keyboard deck. It is a light, budget-oriented build rather than a metal one, which keeps parts and repair costs down for whoever buys it next.

Software

Shipped with Windows 11, or Windows 10 with a free upgrade path on the earliest 2021 units. A clean Windows install, free of leftover sign-ins, is worth confirming before you sell.

Known issues

Entry-level cooling on a single fan means the Aspire 3 can throttle under extended heavy use, and the plastic hinge is a common wear point on units that have seen years of daily open-and-close cycles.

Frequently asked questions

01 How do I find the model number / exact configuration?
Press Windows key + R, type "dxdiag", and press Enter — the System tab shows the exact model string along with the processor and installed RAM. You can also check Settings → System → About, or read the sticker on the underside of the laptop, which lists the full model number such as A315-59-568X. If the sticker has worn off, dxdiag is the more reliable source. For a step-by-step walkthrough with photos, see how to find your Acer model number.
02 How do I tell it apart from the Acer Aspire 5 A515?
Check the model sticker on the underside — an Aspire 3 reads "A315", an Aspire 5 reads "A515". The two share a similar 15.6-inch silver chassis and are easy to mix up at a glance, but the Aspire 5 usually has a metal or metal-accented lid where the Aspire 3 is all plastic, and a wider port selection including Thunderbolt on some configurations. If the sticker is gone, dxdiag will still show the correct model number.
03 Can I sell it with damage (cracked screen, weak battery, won't turn on)?
Yes. Pick the condition that matches the laptop above and the quote adjusts accordingly — a cracked screen, a weak battery, or a unit that won't power on all still have resale and parts value. Before you ship it, sign out of your Microsoft account and remove the laptop from it under account.microsoft.com/devices, and make sure BitLocker is not left in a locked state. A device still tied to an active Microsoft account cannot be tested or resold.
04 What raises the trade-in value the most?
A higher processor tier (i5 or i7, or Ryzen 5 or 7) and a larger RAM or SSD configuration move the offer the most, since those are the specs buyers filter on. A screen and hinge in good shape, a battery that still holds a charge, and a clean Windows install with no lingering account sign-in all help too. Including the original charger adds a small amount on top.
05 How do I erase it and remove my accounts, and how do I get paid?
Go to Settings → System → Recovery → Reset this PC and choose "Remove everything" with a full drive clean. Before you reset, sign in to account.microsoft.com/devices and remove this laptop from your Microsoft account, and if BitLocker is enabled, suspend or decrypt it so the new owner isn't locked out. Once the reset finishes, box up the laptop and its charger. Shipping is free and insured, and once it passes testing, payment goes out by PayPal, Venmo, Zelle, CashApp, or check. Full steps are in our data erasure protocols.