Acer ConceptD 3 (CN315-72G) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CF)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Acer ConceptD 3 (CN315-72G) and Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CF). 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

Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CF) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CF) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

powerful processor options

good battery life

impressive security features

heavier than competitors

average display brightness

limited color options

expensive base model

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Acer ConceptD 3 (CN315-72G) and Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CF)
86 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Acer ConceptD 3 (CN315-72G) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CF) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Acer ConceptD 3 (CN315-72G) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CF)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.85 cm x 24.9 cm x 1.89 cm 31.77 cm x 22.69 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 2.2 kg 1.32 kg
Case Material Magnesium-aluminum alloy Carbon fibre (top), glass-fibre (top), polycarbonate (top), polyphenylene sulfide (bottom)
Colour The white Thunder black
DISPLAY Acer ConceptD 3 (CN315-72G) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CF)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, ComfyView, 30 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Acer ConceptD 3 (CN315-72G) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CF)
CPU Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10750H / 2.6 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 6650U / 2.9 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 6-core
Cache 12 MB L3 - 16 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Intel HM470 -
Features Intel Smart Cache, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0, Intel Thermal Velocity Boost Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Acer ConceptD 3 (CN315-72G) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CF)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed - 6400 MHz
Rated Speed - 6400 MHz
STORAGE Acer ConceptD 3 (CN315-72G) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CF)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - Self-Encrypting Drive - Samsung 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Acer ConceptD 3 (CN315-72G) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CF)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Ti AMD Radeon 660M
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 1080p
Camera Features Windows Hello Privacy shutter, IR camera, fixed focus
Video Resolutions 1280 x 720 -
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio, Dolby Voice
Audio Features Acer TrueHarmony technology -
COMMUNICATIONS Acer ConceptD 3 (CN315-72G) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CF)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 2230 Qualcomm NFA725A
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Realtek RTL8111EPV
Compliant Standards - DASH
Features Wake-on-LAN (WOL) Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - 4G upgradable
BATTERY Acer ConceptD 3 (CN315-72G) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CF)
Technology - Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 56 Wh 52.5 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14 hours Up to 21.1 hours
AC ADAPTER Acer ConceptD 3 (CN315-72G) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CF)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 135 Watt, 19.5 V 45 Watt
INPUT Acer ConceptD 3 (CN315-72G) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CF)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-gesture touch pad, Acer FineTip keyboard, precision touchpad, Corning Gorilla Glass touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Acer ConceptD 3 (CN315-72G) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CF)
Interfaces HDMI
Mini DisplayPort
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports Thunderbolt 3)
2 x USB 3.0
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE Acer ConceptD 3 (CN315-72G) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CF)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence - French
Software Included - Glance by Mirametrix
MISCELLANEOUS Acer ConceptD 3 (CN315-72G) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 3 (21CF)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Integrated Options Accelerometer -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip with Microsoft Pluton, fingerprint reader, smart card 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, system password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration, certificate based BIOS authentication
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years - carry-in Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Model Number 71UE -
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