Acer ConceptD 3 Pro (CN315-72P) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Acer ConceptD 3 Pro (CN315-72P) and Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL (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 (CN315-72P) Review

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

powerful quadro graphics

color-accurate 4k display

durable build quality

quiet cooling system

optimized for creatives

heavy for portability

limited battery life

high price point

modest connectivity options

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

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

slim aluminum design

full hd display

fast ssd storage

good battery life

quiet cooling system

average color accuracy

no thunderbolt support

limited upgrade options

mediocre speaker quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Acer ConceptD 3 Pro (CN315-72P) and Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
86 % - Design
86 % - Display
86 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Acer ConceptD 3 Pro (CN315-72P) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Acer ConceptD 3 Pro (CN315-72P) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.85 cm x 24.9 cm x 1.89 cm 35.8 cm x 24.5 cm x 1.715 cm
Weight 2.2 kg 1.8 kg
Case Material Magnesium-aluminum alloy Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS
Colour The white Abyss blue
DISPLAY Acer ConceptD 3 Pro (CN315-72P) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - 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 400 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 45%
Features Anti-glare, ComfyView, 30 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Acer ConceptD 3 Pro (CN315-72P) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
CPU Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10750H / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8145U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz 3.9 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core Dual-Core
Cache 12 MB 4 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 (CN315-72P) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL (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 (CN315-72P) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1.024 TB SSD - Self-Encrypting Drive - Samsung 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Acer ConceptD 3 Pro (CN315-72P) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA Quadro T1000 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM -
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 (CN315-72P) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL (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
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Acer ConceptD 3 Pro (CN315-72P) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 56 Wh 70 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14 hours Up to 15 hours
AC ADAPTER Acer ConceptD 3 Pro (CN315-72P) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 135 Watt, 19.5 V 65 Watt
INPUT Acer ConceptD 3 Pro (CN315-72P) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL (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 (CN315-72P) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Interfaces HDMI
Mini DisplayPort
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (MultiMediaCard, microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC)
SOFTWARE Acer ConceptD 3 Pro (CN315-72P) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL (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 (CN315-72P) Lenovo IdeaPad S540-15IWL (Lenovo IdeaPad S540)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options Accelerometer -
Security 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
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years - carry-in Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number 71KZ 15IWL 81NE
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