Detailed comparison and review of Acer Aspire 3 (A315-53G) and Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L5). 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.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Acer Aspire 3 (A315-53G) | Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L5) |
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Product Type | Notebook | Notebook |
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Dimensions (WxDxH) | 38.16 cm x 26.28 cm x 2.16 cm | 33.66 cm x 23.25 cm x 1.995 cm |
Weight | 2.1 kg | 1.65 kg |
Case Material | Polycarbonate, ABS plastic | Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, polyphenylene sulfide |
Colour | Obsidian black | Black |
DISPLAY | Acer Aspire 3 (A315-53G) | Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L5) |
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Screen Size (Type) | 15.6" - TN | 14" |
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LCD Backlight Technology | LED backlight | LED backlight |
Screen Resolution | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) | 1366 x 768 (HD) |
Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
Image Aspect Ratio | - | 16:9 |
Image Brightness | 220 cd/m² | 220 cd/m² |
Features | Anti-glare | Anti-glare |
PROCESSOR | Acer Aspire 3 (A315-53G) | Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L5) |
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CPU | Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8250U / 1.6 GHz | Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8250U / 1.6 GHz |
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Max Turbo Speed | 3.4 GHz | 3.4 GHz |
Number of Cores | Quad-Core | Quad-Core |
Cache | 6 MB | 6 MB |
64-bit Computing | Yes | Yes |
Features | Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 | Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache |
MEMORY | Acer Aspire 3 (A315-53G) | Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L5) |
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RAM | 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) | 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) |
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Max RAM Supported | 12 GB | 32 GB |
RAM Type | DDR4 SDRAM | DDR4 SDRAM |
Speed | - | 2400 MHz |
Rated Speed | - | 2400 MHz |
Form Factor | SO-DIMM 260-pin | SO-DIMM 260-pin |
Slots Qty | - | 2 |
Empty Slots | - | 1 |
STORAGE | Acer Aspire 3 (A315-53G) | Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L5) |
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Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 128 GB SSD - Kingston | 500 GB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 7200 rpm |
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Secondary Storage | 2 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm - Seagate | - |
AUDIO & VIDEO | Acer Aspire 3 (A315-53G) | Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L5) |
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Graphics Processor (GPU) | NVIDIA GeForce MX130 | Intel UHD Graphics 620 |
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Video Memory | 2 GB GDDR5 SDRAM | - |
Camera | Yes - 640 x 480 | 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 3 (A315-53G) | Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L5) |
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Wireless | Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 |
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Wireless Controller | - | Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card |
Network Interface | Gigabit Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet |
Ethernet Controller | - | Intel I219-V |
WWAN |
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Generation | - | 4G |
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Technology | - | LTE |
Controller | - | FIBOCOM L830-EB - M.2 Card |
BATTERY | Acer Aspire 3 (A315-53G) | Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L5) |
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Technology | 3-cell | Lithium Ion |
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Installed Qty | - | 2 |
Battery Capacity (Size) | 3246 mAh | 24 Wh |
Battery Life | - | Up to 14.4 hours |
AC ADAPTER | Acer Aspire 3 (A315-53G) | Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L5) |
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Input | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) |
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Output | 65 Watt, 19 V | 45 Watt |
INPUT | Acer Aspire 3 (A315-53G) | Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L5) |
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Type | Keyboard, touchpad | Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav |
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Numeric Keypad | Yes | - |
Keyboard Backlight | - | Yes |
Features | - | Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad |
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | Acer Aspire 3 (A315-53G) | Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L5) |
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Slots | - | 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) |
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Interfaces | 2 x USB 2.0 USB 3.0 HDMI LAN |
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 Dock Headphone/microphone combo jack LAN |
Memory Card Reader | Yes (SD Card, SDXC Card) | 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) |
SOFTWARE | Acer Aspire 3 (A315-53G) | Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L5) |
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Operating System (OS) | Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition | Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition |
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MISCELLANEOUS | Acer Aspire 3 (A315-53G) | Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L5) |
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Dockable | - | Yes |
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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 |
Theft/Intrusion Protection | - | Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) |
Features | - | Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, ThinkVantage Active Protection System, 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 Limited warranty - battery - 1 year |
Model Number | 53BE | - |