Acer ConceptD 3 Pro (CN316) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21K3)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Acer ConceptD 3 Pro (CN316) and Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21K3). 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 (CN316) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer ConceptD 3 Pro (CN316) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful quadro graphics

color-accurate 4k display

sleek professional design

effective thermal management

expandable memory options

heavier than competitors

limited battery life

premium price tag

noisy under load

Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21K3) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21K3) 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

pricey base model

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Acer ConceptD 3 Pro (CN316) and Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21K3)
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85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
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85 % - Performance
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85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Acer ConceptD 3 Pro (CN316) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21K3) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Acer ConceptD 3 Pro (CN316) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21K3)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.85 cm x 24.9 cm x 2.125 cm 31.77 cm x 22.69 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 2.2 kg 1.39 kg
Case Material Magnesium-aluminum alloy Carbon fibre hybrid (top), polyphenylene sulfide (bottom)
Colour The white Thunder black
DISPLAY Acer ConceptD 3 Pro (CN316) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21K3)
Screen Size (Type) 16" - IPS 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 30 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display, Delta E<2 calibration, Low Power, Pantone Validated Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Acer ConceptD 3 Pro (CN316) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21K3)
CPU Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 11800H / 2.3 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 7540U / 3.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 4.9 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 6-core
Cache 24 MB L3 - 16 MB
Chipset Intel HM570 -
Features Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Acer ConceptD 3 Pro (CN316) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21K3)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5X SDRAM
Speed - 6400 MHz
Rated Speed - 6400 MHz
STORAGE Acer ConceptD 3 Pro (CN316) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21K3)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1.024 TB SSD - 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 Pro (CN316) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21K3)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA T1200 AMD Radeon 740M
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 1080p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera, Ultrasonic Human Presence Detection
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards DTS:X Ultra High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features Acer Smart Amplifier Input: Dolby Voice, 360° far-field
COMMUNICATIONS Acer ConceptD 3 Pro (CN316) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21K3)
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 (CNVi) MediaTek RZ616
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Realtek RTL8111EPV
Compliant Standards - DASH
Features Dual stream (2x2) Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - 4G upgradable
BATTERY Acer ConceptD 3 Pro (CN316) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21K3)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 56 Wh 52.5 Wh
Battery Life Up to 13 hours -
AC ADAPTER Acer ConceptD 3 Pro (CN316) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21K3)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 135 Watt, 19.5 V, 6.92 A 65 Watt
INPUT Acer ConceptD 3 Pro (CN316) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21K3)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features - Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Acer ConceptD 3 Pro (CN316) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21K3)
Interfaces HDMI
Mini DisplayPort
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 4)
USB 3.2 (with power off charging)
USB 3.2
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (4K support)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card) -
SOFTWARE Acer ConceptD 3 Pro (CN316) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21K3)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included - Glance by Mirametrix
MISCELLANEOUS Acer ConceptD 3 Pro (CN316) Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 (21K3)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security 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, NVMe password, certificate based BIOS authentication, FIDO (Fast Identity Online) authentication
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, TCG Certified, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TCO Certified 9.0
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site - response time: next business day
Model Number 73P -
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