Question 1

Which is better, Lenovo IdeaCentre 5i or Acer Aspire TC-1780?

Accepted Answer

Both products scored 8.5/10 in our testing — it's a tie. Choose based on which features matter most to you.

Question 2

Is the Lenovo IdeaCentre 5i worth it over the Acer Aspire TC-1780?

Accepted Answer

The Lenovo IdeaCentre 5i scores 8.5/10 while the Acer Aspire TC-1780 scores 8.5/10. The Lenovo IdeaCentre 5i is our "Best Overall" pick in the Best Budget Desktop PCs Under $500 2026 category.

Lenovo IdeaCentre 5i vs Acer Aspire TC-1780: Which to Buy?