Does the Acer Chromebook Plus 516 GE (CBG516-2H, 2024) work with Linux?

Not cleanly: there are significant gaps, so we don't recommend it for Linux as-is. ChromeOS device aimed at cloud gaming via GeForce NOW, Xbox Cloud Gaming and Luna.

What does the Acer Chromebook Plus 516 GE (CBG516-2H, 2024) cost?

RRP is about 649 USD (699 EUR in the EU); street price is often lower.

Is the Acer Chromebook Plus 516 GE (CBG516-2H, 2024) good for office and web work?

For office and web work we score it 6/10 on value and 6/10 on performance.

How heavy is the Acer Chromebook Plus 516 GE (CBG516-2H, 2024)?

1.73 kg (3.81 lb). That's manageable for occasional travel.

What's the battery life like?

A 65 Wh pack, around 8 hours real-world mixed use. We score battery 6/10.

Can I upgrade the RAM or storage?

RAM is soldered, so the 8 GB it ships with is the RAM it dies with. Storage starts at 256 GB on this configuration.

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Acer · 2024

Acer Chromebook Plus 516 GE

Name: Acer Chromebook Plus 516 GE
Brand: Acer
SKU: Chromebook Plus 516 GE (CBG516-2H, 2024)
Price: 649 USD
Availability: InStock

CBG516-2H, 2024

A 16-inch ChromeOS laptop with a 120Hz 2.5K screen and RGB keyboard built around cloud gaming services for 649 dollars.

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Best for office and web work study gaming
Linux: gaps

Compiled & edited by Dennis de Kruijf · updated 2026-05-20 · how we rate

Scorecard

6.5 / 10

Mean of six category scores, 0 to 10. Compiled from public sources. How we rate.

Strongest on display and keyboard, with no category below average.

Battery 6/10
Display 8/10
Build 6/10
Keyboard 7/10
Speed 6/10
Value 6/10

Worth knowing

Stands out

120Hz screen, smoother motion

Watch for

Linux needs significant work on this hardware
RAM is soldered, no upgrade later

Compare with other laptops

Linux: significant gaps, expand for details

Linux readiness Not rated

Not rated · Confidence: low · not enough verified data to score this honestly. · How we score

Specs

Specifications for Acer Chromebook Plus 516 GE
CPU	Intel Core 5 120U
GPU	Intel Graphics (integrated)
RAM	8 GB (soldered, not upgradeable)
Storage	256 GB
Screen	16" 2560x1600 @ 120Hz, 350 nitsfine indoors, dim in direct sun, smoother scrolling and motion
Weight	1.73 kgaverage weight
Battery	65 Wh, around 8 h real-world

Common questions

Does the Acer Chromebook Plus 516 GE (CBG516-2H, 2024) work with Linux?: Not cleanly: there are significant gaps, so we don't recommend it for Linux as-is. ChromeOS device aimed at cloud gaming via GeForce NOW, Xbox Cloud Gaming and Luna.
What does the Acer Chromebook Plus 516 GE (CBG516-2H, 2024) cost?: RRP is about 649 USD (699 EUR in the EU); street price is often lower.
Is the Acer Chromebook Plus 516 GE (CBG516-2H, 2024) good for office and web work?: For office and web work we score it 6/10 on value and 6/10 on performance.
How heavy is the Acer Chromebook Plus 516 GE (CBG516-2H, 2024)?: 1.73 kg (3.81 lb). That's manageable for occasional travel.
What's the battery life like?: A 65 Wh pack, around 8 hours real-world mixed use. We score battery 6/10.
Can I upgrade the RAM or storage?: RAM is soldered, so the 8 GB it ships with is the RAM it dies with. Storage starts at 256 GB on this configuration.