Acer Aspire 3 (A315) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)

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Acer Aspire 3 (A315)
Acer Aspire 3 (A315)

Our Rating: 72 %

In depth comparison and review of Acer Aspire 3 (A315) and Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

Acer Aspire 3 (A315) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Aspire 3 (A315) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

decent processor performance

solid build quality

ample storage options

comfortable keyboard

average battery life

dim display

no backlit keyboard

limited graphics performance

Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

decent processor performance

sufficient connectivity options

quiet operation

average display quality

limited battery life

basic graphics capabilities

no backlit keyboard

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Acer Aspire 3 (A315) and Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
72 % - Design
65 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
69 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
71 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Acer Aspire 3 (A315) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Acer Aspire 3 (A315) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.34 cm x 23.84 cm x 1.99 cm 36.22 cm x 25.15 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 1.85 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate, ABS plastic Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top)
Colour Pure silver Granite black | Granite black texture
DISPLAY Acer Aspire 3 (A315) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 15.6" - TN
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 16:9
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare, ComfyView, 25 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Acer Aspire 3 (A315) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
CPU Intel Core i3 (11th Gen) 1115G4 / 3 GHz AMD Athlon 300U / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 3.3 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 6 MB L3 - 4 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Acer Aspire 3 (A315) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 12 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 1 1
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE Acer Aspire 3 (A315) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD - Kingston 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Acer Aspire 3 (A315) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics AMD Radeon Vega 3
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Max Monitors Supported - 1 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - HD Yes
Resolution - 0.3 Megapixel
Camera Features - Fixed focus
Video Resolutions 1280 x 720 -
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Acer Aspire 3 (A315) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Wireless Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Wake-on-LAN (WOL), single stream (1x1) Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Acer Aspire 3 (A315) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Technology - Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh 30 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 4 hours
AC ADAPTER Acer Aspire 3 (A315) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 65 Watt
INPUT Acer Aspire 3 (A315) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Features Multi-gesture touch pad, Acer FineTip keyboard, precision touchpad Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Acer Aspire 3 (A315) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Interfaces HDMI
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Acer Aspire 3 (A315) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home in S mode Windows 10 Home in S mode - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Acer Aspire 3 (A315) Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15API (Lenovo IdeaPad S145)
Included Accessories Power adapter Wall mount power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
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
Compliant Standards HDCP RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value 0.93 W/kg (body), 0.93 W/kg (limb), 0.93 W/kg (head) -
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number 58 15API 81UT
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