Acer ConceptD 3 (CN315-72G) vs. ASUS X515EA (BQ943W)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Acer ConceptD 3 (CN315-72G) and ASUS X515EA (BQ943W). 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 ConceptD 3 (CN315-72G) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer ConceptD 3 (CN315-72G) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful i7 processor

vibrant 4k display

accurate color reproduction

ample storage capacity

dedicated graphics card

heavier than competitors

short battery life

limited port selection

high price point

ASUS X515EA (BQ943W) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS X515EA (BQ943W) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

lightweight design

fast SSD storage

decent processor performance

average display quality

limited graphics capability

no backlit keyboard

mediocre battery life

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Acer ConceptD 3 (CN315-72G) and ASUS X515EA (BQ943W)
86 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
73 % - Design
63 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Acer ConceptD 3 (CN315-72G) vs. ASUS X515EA (BQ943W) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Acer ConceptD 3 (CN315-72G) ASUS X515EA (BQ943W)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.85 cm x 24.9 cm x 1.89 cm 36 cm x 23.5 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 2.2 kg 1.8 kg
Case Material Magnesium-aluminum alloy -
Colour The white Transparent silver
DISPLAY Acer ConceptD 3 (CN315-72G) ASUS X515EA (BQ943W)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, ComfyView, 30 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display Anti-glare, NanoEdge display, 178° viewing angle, IPS-level
PROCESSOR Acer ConceptD 3 (CN315-72G) ASUS X515EA (BQ943W)
CPU Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10750H / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core Quad-Core
Cache 12 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Intel HM470 -
Features Intel Smart Cache, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0, Intel Thermal Velocity Boost -
MEMORY Acer ConceptD 3 (CN315-72G) ASUS X515EA (BQ943W)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
STORAGE Acer ConceptD 3 (CN315-72G) ASUS X515EA (BQ943W)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - Self-Encrypting Drive - Samsung 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Acer ConceptD 3 (CN315-72G) ASUS X515EA (BQ943W)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Ti Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - HD Yes - VGA
Camera Features Windows Hello -
Video Resolutions 1280 x 720 -
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features Acer TrueHarmony technology Output: ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS Acer ConceptD 3 (CN315-72G) ASUS X515EA (BQ943W)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 2230 -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Wake-on-LAN (WOL) Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Acer ConceptD 3 (CN315-72G) ASUS X515EA (BQ943W)
Technology - 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 56 Wh 37 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14 hours -
AC ADAPTER Acer ConceptD 3 (CN315-72G) ASUS X515EA (BQ943W)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120-230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 135 Watt, 19.5 V 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT Acer ConceptD 3 (CN315-72G) ASUS X515EA (BQ943W)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-gesture touch pad, Acer FineTip keyboard, precision touchpad, Corning Gorilla Glass touchpad Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Acer ConceptD 3 (CN315-72G) ASUS X515EA (BQ943W)
Interfaces HDMI
Mini DisplayPort
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports Thunderbolt 3)
2 x USB 3.0
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
SOFTWARE Acer ConceptD 3 (CN315-72G) ASUS X515EA (BQ943W)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Home
Software Included - McAfee LiveSafe
MISCELLANEOUS Acer ConceptD 3 (CN315-72G) ASUS X515EA (BQ943W)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options Accelerometer -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
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)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years - carry-in -
Model Number 71UE -
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