Acer Aspire 1 (A111-31) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF)
Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF)

Detailed comparison and review of Acer Aspire 1 (A111-31) and Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

Acer Aspire 1 (A111-31) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Aspire 1 (A111-31) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

decent battery life

full hd display

includes office 365

limited storage capacity

modest processing power

no backlit keyboard

fewer usb ports

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Acer Aspire 1 (A111-31) and Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF)
71 % - Design
64 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Acer Aspire 1 (A111-31) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Acer Aspire 1 (A111-31) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.1 cm x 21.1 cm x 2.1 cm 30.77 cm x 20.98 cm x 1.78 cm
Weight 1.25 kg 1.26 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate, ABS plastic Glass-fibre, magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour Oxidant red | Obsidian black | Blue stone Black
DISPLAY Acer Aspire 1 (A111-31) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF)
Screen Size (Type) 11.6" - TN 12.5"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare, ComfyView, 8 ms response rate Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Acer Aspire 1 (A111-31) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF)
CPU Intel Celeron N4000 / 1.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8250U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.6 GHz 3.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 4 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Intel Burst Technology Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Acer Aspire 1 (A111-31) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF)
RAM 2 GB (1 x 2 GB) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
STORAGE Acer Aspire 1 (A111-31) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 32 GB eMMC - SanDisk 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung
AUDIO & VIDEO Acer Aspire 1 (A111-31) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 600 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Camera Yes - VGA Yes - 720p
Resolution 0.3 Megapixel -
Camera Features - ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium
COMMUNICATIONS Acer Aspire 1 (A111-31) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF)
Wireless Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter
WWAN
Generation - 4G
Technology - LTE
Controller - FIBOCOM L830-EB - M.2 Card
BATTERY Acer Aspire 1 (A111-31) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF)
Technology 2-cell lithium polymer 6-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 4810 mAh 48 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours Up to 16.6 hours
AC ADAPTER Acer Aspire 1 (A111-31) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A
INPUT Acer Aspire 1 (A111-31) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Features Multi-gesture touch pad, precision touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Acer Aspire 1 (A111-31) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF)
Slots - Nano-SIM card
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.0
HDMI
LAN
USB 2.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3)
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Acer Aspire 1 (A111-31) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition in S mode Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Acer Aspire 1 (A111-31) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF)
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security - Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington mini security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features - Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards - RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Model Number C509 -
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