Acer ConceptD 3 (CN315-72G) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Acer ConceptD 3 (CN315-72G) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9). 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 X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

ultra-lightweight design

impressive battery life

robust security features

sharp display quality

powerful intel processor

limited port selection

higher price point

no touchscreen option

average speaker quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Acer ConceptD 3 (CN315-72G) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
86 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Acer ConceptD 3 (CN315-72G) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Acer ConceptD 3 (CN315-72G) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.85 cm x 24.9 cm x 1.89 cm 29.33 cm x 20.81 cm x 1.48 cm
Weight 2.2 kg 991.5 g
Case Material Magnesium-aluminum alloy Carbon fibre (top), magnesium alloy (bottom)
Colour The white Black weave
DISPLAY Acer ConceptD 3 (CN315-72G) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 13" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2160 x 1350 (2K)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 450 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, ComfyView, 30 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display Anti-glare, anti-reflective, anti-smudge, 170° viewing angle, Low Power, Add-on Film Touch
PROCESSOR Acer ConceptD 3 (CN315-72G) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
CPU Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10750H / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1270P / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz 4.8 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 12-core
Cache 12 MB 18 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 X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed - 5200 MHz
Rated Speed - 6400 MHz
STORAGE Acer ConceptD 3 (CN315-72G) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - Self-Encrypting Drive - Samsung 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Kioxia
AUDIO & VIDEO Acer ConceptD 3 (CN315-72G) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Ti Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 2 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 1080p
Camera Features Windows Hello Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera
Video Resolutions 1280 x 720 -
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, two tweeters, two woofers, four microphones
Codec - Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Voice
Audio Features Acer TrueHarmony technology -
COMMUNICATIONS Acer ConceptD 3 (CN315-72G) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 2230 Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features Wake-on-LAN (WOL) -
BATTERY Acer ConceptD 3 (CN315-72G) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
Technology - 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 56 Wh 49.5 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14 hours -
AC ADAPTER Acer ConceptD 3 (CN315-72G) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 135 Watt, 19.5 V 65 Watt
INPUT Acer ConceptD 3 (CN315-72G) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
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, glass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Acer ConceptD 3 (CN315-72G) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
Interfaces HDMI
Mini DisplayPort
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports Thunderbolt 3)
2 x USB 3.0
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
LAN (on supplied adapter)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE Acer ConceptD 3 (CN315-72G) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
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
MISCELLANEOUS Acer ConceptD 3 (CN315-72G) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E9)
Included Accessories Power adapter Lenovo USB-C to Ethernet Adapter, USB-C slim 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, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features - Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, NVMe password, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration, Firmware Resiliency 3.0, certificate based BIOS authentication
Compliant Standards - RoHS, 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 -
Model Number 71UE -
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