Acer Aspire 5 (A515-56G) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G6 IRL (21KG)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Acer Aspire 5 (A515-56G) and Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G6 IRL (21KG). 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 5 (A515-56G) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Aspire 5 (A515-56G) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

decent battery life

full HD display

adequate connectivity options

average graphics performance

modest storage capacity

non-backlit keyboard

limited color accuracy

Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G6 IRL (21KG) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G6 IRL (21KG) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

efficient multitasking capabilities

solid build quality

responsive fingerprint sensor

good value pricing

adequate port selection

average battery life

dim display brightness

mediocre speaker quality

no thunderbolt support

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Acer Aspire 5 (A515-56G) and Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G6 IRL (21KG)
75 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
71 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Acer Aspire 5 (A515-56G) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G6 IRL (21KG) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Acer Aspire 5 (A515-56G) Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G6 IRL (21KG)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.34 cm x 23.85 cm x 1.795 cm 31.35 cm x 22.4 cm x 1.69 cm
Weight 1.9 kg 1.38 kg
Case Material Anodised aluminium Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour Pure silver Dual tone arctic grey
DISPLAY Acer Aspire 5 (A515-56G) Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G6 IRL (21KG)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, ComfyView, 25 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display Anti-glare, Low Blue Light technology
PROCESSOR Acer Aspire 5 (A515-56G) Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G6 IRL (21KG)
CPU Intel Core i3 (11th Gen) 1115G4 Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 10-core
Cache 6 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Acer Aspire 5 (A515-56G) Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G6 IRL (21KG)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 5200 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 5200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Acer Aspire 5 (A515-56G) Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G6 IRL (21KG)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD - SanDisk 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Acer Aspire 5 (A515-56G) Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G6 IRL (21KG)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce MX350 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 2 GB GDDR5 SDRAM -
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 1080p
Camera Features Windows Hello Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features - Input: noise-cancellation technology
COMMUNICATIONS Acer Aspire 5 (A515-56G) Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G6 IRL (21KG)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 2230 M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Intel I219-V
Features Wake-on-LAN (WOL) Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Acer Aspire 5 (A515-56G) Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G6 IRL (21KG)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life Up to 8 hours -
AC ADAPTER Acer Aspire 5 (A515-56G) Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G6 IRL (21KG)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 19 V 65 Watt
INPUT Acer Aspire 5 (A515-56G) Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G6 IRL (21KG)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-gesture touch pad, Acer FineTip keyboard, precision touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision glass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Acer Aspire 5 (A515-56G) Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G6 IRL (21KG)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (1 free)
Interfaces HDMI
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (with power off charging)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (4K support)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Acer Aspire 5 (A515-56G) Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G6 IRL (21KG)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Acer Aspire 5 (A515-56G) Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G6 IRL (21KG)
Included Accessories Power adapter, HDD kit USB-C power adapter
Security Fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington nano 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, MIL-STD-810H tested, Rapid Charge Pro, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, FSC, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution), TCO Certified 9.0
SAR Value 1.12 W/kg (body), 1.12 W/kg (limb), 1.12 W/kg (head) -
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 32YX -
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