Acer has launched the Aspire 14 AI series in Japan, featuring two models powered by AMD Ryzen AI 400 series processors. The laptops are available immediately.
Two models with Ryzen AI 5 430 and AI 7 445
The A14-A71M-N56Y/F model comes with a Ryzen AI 5 430 processor and a 512GB SSD. The A14-A71M-N76Z/F model upgrades to a Ryzen AI 7 445 processor and a 1TB SSD. Both laptops include a 50 TOPS NPU and are Copilot+ PC compliant. They feature a 14-inch WUXGA IPS display with a 120Hz refresh rate, 16GB of LPDDR5X memory, and Radeon 840M graphics. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.2. A Full HD IR webcam supports Windows Hello. The battery life is approximately 19.5 hours, and the laptop weighs about 1.27 kg.
Spec comparison
| Spec | A14-A71M-N56Y/F | A14-A71M-N76Z/F |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Ryzen AI 5 430 | Ryzen AI 7 445 |
| Storage | 512GB SSD | 1TB SSD |
| NPU | 50 TOPS | 50 TOPS |
| Display | 14-inch WUXGA IPS 120Hz | 14-inch WUXGA IPS 120Hz |
| Memory | 16GB LPDDR5X | 16GB LPDDR5X |
Pricing is open, and sales began on May 20, 2026 in Japan.
The Aspire 14 AI series targets users seeking AI-capable laptops with high-performance NPUs. The inclusion of a 120Hz display and long battery life positions these models for productivity and multimedia use. Acer has not confirmed availability outside Japan.
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