Acer ConceptD 7 Pro (CN715-72P) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21BN)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Acer ConceptD 7 Pro (CN715-72P) and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21BN). 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 7 Pro (CN715-72P) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer ConceptD 7 Pro (CN715-72P) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful intel processor

high-resolution display

robust graphics capabilities

ample storage options

color-accurate screen

heavier design

limited battery life

high price point

noisy under load

Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21BN) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21BN) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard layout

impressive security features

good battery life

portable design

average display brightness

limited graphics performance

noisy under load

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Acer ConceptD 7 Pro (CN715-72P) and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21BN)
86 % - Design
84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
80 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Acer ConceptD 7 Pro (CN715-72P) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21BN) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Acer ConceptD 7 Pro (CN715-72P) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21BN)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.85 cm x 25.5 cm x 1.79 cm 30.58 cm x 21.756 cm x 1.81 cm
Weight 2.1 kg 1.29 kg
Case Material Aluminum Polyphenylene sulfide (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour The white Thunder black
DISPLAY Acer ConceptD 7 Pro (CN715-72P) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21BN)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 13.3" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 3840 x 2160 (Ultra HD 4K) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% Adobe RGB 72% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, ComfyView, 30 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display, Delta E<2 calibration, Pantone Validated Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Acer ConceptD 7 Pro (CN715-72P) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21BN)
CPU Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10875H / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5.1 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 10-core
Cache 16 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Intel HM470 -
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features Intel Smart Cache, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0, Intel Thermal Velocity Boost Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Acer ConceptD 7 Pro (CN715-72P) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21BN)
RAM 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2933 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 2933 MHz 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Acer ConceptD 7 Pro (CN715-72P) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21BN)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1.024 TB SSD PCIe - 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 7 Pro (CN715-72P) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21BN)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA Quadro RTX 3000 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 1080p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio, Dolby Voice
Audio Features MaxxAudio, MaxxBass, MaxxDialog -
COMMUNICATIONS Acer ConceptD 7 Pro (CN715-72P) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21BN)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650i - M.2 2230 (CNVi) Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Network Interface 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - 4G upgradable
BATTERY Acer ConceptD 7 Pro (CN715-72P) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21BN)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 84 Wh 54.7 Wh
Battery Life Up to 7 hours -
AC ADAPTER Acer ConceptD 7 Pro (CN715-72P) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21BN)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 230 Watt, 19.5 V 65 Watt
INPUT Acer ConceptD 7 Pro (CN715-72P) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21BN)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-gesture touch pad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Acer ConceptD 7 Pro (CN715-72P) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21BN)
Slots - 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free)
Interfaces HDMI
Mini DisplayPort
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (with power off charging)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
LAN
Headphone output
Microphone input
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 2.0 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE Acer ConceptD 7 Pro (CN715-72P) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21BN)
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 - English
Software Included - Glance by Mirametrix, Intel Connectivity Performance Suite
MISCELLANEOUS Acer ConceptD 7 Pro (CN715-72P) Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 3 (21BN)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security - Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, 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, HDCP Compliant, 4th Gen AeroBlade 3D Metal fan technology 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, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years - carry-in Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site
Model Number 75UV -
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