Acer ConceptD 3 Pro (CN314-72P) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL GTX (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Acer ConceptD 3 Pro (CN314-72P) and Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL GTX (Lenovo IdeaPad S540). 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 Pro (CN314-72P) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer ConceptD 3 Pro (CN314-72P) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful quadro graphics

color-accurate 4k display

robust build quality

effective thermal management

compact and portable

premium price point

limited battery life

no SD card slot

heavier than competitors

Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL GTX (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL GTX (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

slim aluminum design

full hd display

solid keyboard feel

decent battery life

quiet cooling system

average color accuracy

no thunderbolt support

limited upgrade options

mediocre webcam quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Acer ConceptD 3 Pro (CN314-72P) and Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL GTX (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
83 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Acer ConceptD 3 Pro (CN314-72P) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL GTX (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Acer ConceptD 3 Pro (CN314-72P) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL GTX (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.67 cm x 22.9 cm x 1.79 cm 35.8 cm x 24.5 cm x 1.91 cm
Weight 1.5 kg 1.8 kg
Case Material Magnesium-aluminum alloy Aluminum
Colour The white Mineral grey
DISPLAY Acer ConceptD 3 Pro (CN314-72P) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL GTX (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight 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 300 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 72%
Features Anti-glare, ComfyView, 25 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Acer ConceptD 3 Pro (CN314-72P) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL GTX (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
CPU Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10750H / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz 3.9 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core Quad-Core
Cache 12 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes 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 Pro (CN314-72P) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL GTX (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported - 12 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2400 MHz
Rated Speed - 2400 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Acer ConceptD 3 Pro (CN314-72P) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL GTX (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1.024 TB SSD PCIe - Self-Encrypting Drive - Samsung 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Acer ConceptD 3 Pro (CN314-72P) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL GTX (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA Quadro T1000 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 / Intel UHD Graphics 620
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Video System Features - Max-Q design
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Resolution - 1 Megapixel
Camera Features - Privacy shutter
Sound Speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Acer ConceptD 3 Pro (CN314-72P) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL GTX (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 2230 M.2 Card
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Acer ConceptD 3 Pro (CN314-72P) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL GTX (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 52.5 Wh
Battery Life Up to 15 hours Up to 12 hours
AC ADAPTER Acer ConceptD 3 Pro (CN314-72P) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL GTX (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 135 Watt, 19.5 V 90 Watt
INPUT Acer ConceptD 3 Pro (CN314-72P) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL GTX (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-gesture touch pad Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Acer ConceptD 3 Pro (CN314-72P) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL GTX (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Interfaces HDMI
Mini DisplayPort
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Acer ConceptD 3 Pro (CN314-72P) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL GTX (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Acer ConceptD 3 Pro (CN314-72P) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL GTX (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options Accelerometer -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware 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 HDCP Compliant Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value 1.12 W/kg (body), 1.12 W/kg (limb), 1.12 W/kg (head) -
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years - carry-in Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number 74FL 15IWL GTX 81SW
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