This page sets out the repairs, upgrades and data recovery we carry out on the Acer Spin 5 SP513-52N, with notes on what tends to go wrong and what can and cannot be upgraded. The Acer Spin 5 SP513-52N is a 2018 2-in-1 laptop with a 13.3-inch screen. The SSD can be replaced but the memory is soldered, so storage is the only upgrade.
- Model number
- SP513-52N
- Released
- 2018
- Type
- 2-in-1 laptop
- Screen
- 13.3-inch
- Storage
- M.2 SSD, replaceable
- Memory
- Soldered
Repairs we carry out on the Acer Spin 5 SP513-52N
Touchscreen replacement
The 13.3-inch touchscreen is bonded to its glass, so cracked glass, dead touch and display faults are all fixed by replacing the bonded panel.
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Charging port and power repair
Depending on the configuration this charges through a round socket, USB-C or both. We test the adapter, the port and the charging circuit to find which has failed.
SSD and storage upgrade
The Acer Spin 5 SP513-52N takes an M.2 SSD. We clone the existing drive to a larger one so Windows, programs and files carry over unchanged.
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Memory
Memory in the Acer Spin 5 SP513-52N is soldered and cannot be upgraded. It is worth knowing this before paying anyone for a memory upgrade.
Windows repair and reinstall
The Acer Spin 5 SP513-52N meets Microsoft’s Windows 11 requirements in most configurations. We upgrade from Windows 10, which reached end of support in October 2025, or reinstall Windows 11 cleanly with your files kept.
Battery replacement
The battery is internal and held by screws. We fit a new one, then calibrate and test it under load. On a 2018 machine a worn battery is the likely cause of short runtime, and we measure its capacity before recommending anything else.
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We also carry out keyboard and trackpad repair, motherboard repair, liquid damage repair, overheating and fan repair, hinge and casing repair, virus removal on the Acer Spin 5 SP513-52N, along with USB, HDMI and audio port repair, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth card replacement, webcam and speaker faults, BIOS password removal with proof of ownership and data transfer to a new machine.
Notes from the workshop
- Swift and Spin models are thin, and memory is soldered on most of them.
- USB-C charging faults and worn batteries are the repairs we see most.
Data recovery from the Acer Spin 5 SP513-52N
The SSD in the Acer Spin 5 SP513-52N can be removed and imaged on our own equipment, so files can usually be recovered even when the machine will not start.
Estimate the cost with our data recovery calculator, or read about recovering files after a ransomware attack.
Where the Acer Spin 5 SP513-52N sits in the range
Its nearest relatives in the Acer Swift and Spin range are the newer Acer Spin 5 SP513-53N (2019). It is the earliest 13.3-inch model of the range that we list.
Questions
Can the SSD or memory in the Acer Spin 5 SP513-52N be upgraded?
The SSD can be replaced with a larger M.2 drive. Memory is soldered and cannot be upgraded.
My Acer Spin 5 SP513-52N will not turn on. Is my data lost?
Usually not. The drive is separate from the fault in most cases, and we can remove it and copy your files even if the machine itself is not worth repairing.
Is a 2018 Acer Spin 5 SP513-52N still worth repairing?
It depends on the fault. A battery, SSD or charging socket is usually worth doing. A major board repair on an older machine may cost more than the machine is worth, and if that is the case we will say so.
Where do I find the model number on my 2-in-1 laptop?
The base label shows the model, for example A515-56, plus an SNID number. For this model, look for SP513-52N.