Acer Aspire 5 (A517-52) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Acer Aspire 5 (A517-52)
Acer Aspire 5 (A517-52)

Our Rating: 75 %

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF)
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF)

Detailed comparison and review of Acer Aspire 5 (A517-52) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF). 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 (A517-52) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Aspire 5 (A517-52) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

decent processor performance

ample storage capacity

good connectivity options

average display quality

modest battery life

heavier design

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Acer Aspire 5 (A517-52) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF)
76 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Acer Aspire 5 (A517-52) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Acer Aspire 5 (A517-52) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 40.35 cm x 26.37 cm x 2.085 cm 36.18 cm x 24.57 cm
Weight 2.6 kg -
Case Material Anodised aluminium Aluminum, glass-fibre reinforced plastic, carbon fibre reinforced plastic
Colour Pure silver Black
DISPLAY Acer Aspire 5 (A517-52) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" - IPS 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) -
Widescreen Yes -
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² -
Features Anti-glare, ComfyView, 25 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Acer Aspire 5 (A517-52) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 No CPU
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz -
Number of Cores Quad-Core -
Cache 8 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset - Mobile Intel CM246
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache -
MEMORY Acer Aspire 5 (A517-52) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 0 2
STORAGE Acer Aspire 5 (A517-52) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1.024 TB SSD M.2 2280 - Micron -
AUDIO & VIDEO Acer Aspire 5 (A517-52) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics -
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Camera Yes - HD -
Video Resolutions 1280 x 720 -
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3286
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Acer TrueHarmony technology -
COMMUNICATIONS Acer Aspire 5 (A517-52) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax -
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 2230 -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Wake-on-LAN (WOL) -
BATTERY Acer Aspire 5 (A517-52) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh 80 Wh
Battery Life Up to 8 hours Up to 14.9 hours
AC ADAPTER Acer Aspire 5 (A517-52) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V -
INPUT Acer Aspire 5 (A517-52) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-gesture touch pad, Acer FineTip keyboard, precision touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Acer Aspire 5 (A517-52) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF)
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 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 3)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card)
SOFTWARE Acer Aspire 5 (A517-52) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition No operating system
MISCELLANEOUS Acer Aspire 5 (A517-52) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme (20MF)
Included Accessories Power adapter, HDD kit Power adapter
Security Fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features HDCP Compliant Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards - RoHS
SAR Value 1.12 W/kg (body), 1.12 W/kg (limb), 1.12 W/kg (head) 0.193 W/kg (body), 0.193 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
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Model Number 5935 -
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