Acer ConceptD 3 Pro (CN316) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HN)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Acer ConceptD 3 Pro (CN316) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HN). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

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 X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HN) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HN) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive battery life

high-resolution display

high price point

limited graphics performance

fewer ports available

average webcam quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Acer ConceptD 3 Pro (CN316) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HN)
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
90 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Acer ConceptD 3 Pro (CN316) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HN) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Acer ConceptD 3 Pro (CN316) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HN)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.85 cm x 24.9 cm x 2.125 cm 31.56 cm x 22.25 cm x 1.536 cm
Weight 2.2 kg 1.12 kg
Case Material Magnesium-aluminum alloy Aluminium (bottom), carbon fibre (top)
Colour The white Deep black paint
DISPLAY Acer ConceptD 3 Pro (CN316) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HN)
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 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, 30 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display, Delta E<2 calibration, Low Power, Pantone Validated Anti-glare, Low Power, Eyesafe technology
PROCESSOR Acer ConceptD 3 Pro (CN316) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HN)
CPU Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 11800H / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 1365U / 1.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 5.2 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 10-core
Cache 24 MB 12 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 X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HN)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed - 6400 MHz
Rated Speed - 6400 MHz
STORAGE Acer ConceptD 3 Pro (CN316) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HN)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1.024 TB SSD - Self-Encrypting Drive - Samsung 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Kioxia
AUDIO & VIDEO Acer ConceptD 3 Pro (CN316) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HN)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA T1200 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 1080p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, two tweeters, two woofers, quad array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards DTS:X Ultra High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Acer Smart Amplifier Input: Dolby Voice, 360° far-field
COMMUNICATIONS Acer ConceptD 3 Pro (CN316) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HN)
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) Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY Acer ConceptD 3 Pro (CN316) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HN)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 56 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life Up to 13 hours -
AC ADAPTER Acer ConceptD 3 Pro (CN316) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HN)
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 X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HN)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features - Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad, air intake key design
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Acer ConceptD 3 Pro (CN316) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HN)
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
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (4K support)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card) -
SOFTWARE Acer ConceptD 3 Pro (CN316) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HN)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence
MISCELLANEOUS Acer ConceptD 3 Pro (CN316) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 11 (21HN)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Fingerprint reader Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint 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
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Model Number 73P -
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