Acer Spin 5 (SP513-55N) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Acer Spin 5 (SP513-55N) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

Acer Spin 5 (SP513-55N) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Spin 5 (SP513-55N) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile 360-degree hinge

sharp 2k display

responsive touch screen

lightweight design

fast charging support

average battery life

limited port selection

higher price point

no dedicated graphics

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

flexible 2-in-1 design

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

bright HDR display

higher price point

limited graphics performance

heavier than competitors

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Acer Spin 5 (SP513-55N) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
85 % - Design
86 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Acer Spin 5 (SP513-55N) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Acer Spin 5 (SP513-55N) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.05 cm x 23.5 cm x 1.49 cm 33.3 cm x 22.9 cm x 1.705 cm
Weight 1.2 kg 1.4 kg
Case Material Magnesium-aluminum alloy Carbon fibre, glass-fibre, magnesium alloy, polyphenylene sulfide
Colour Steel grey Black
DISPLAY Acer Spin 5 (SP513-55N) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen)
Screen Size (Type) 13.5" - IPS 14" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 2256 x 1504 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 16:9
Image Brightness 350 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 72%
Windows Ink Capability Yes -
Features Corning Gorilla glass, glare, CineCrystal, Antimicrobial Corning Gorilla Glass, 30 ms response rate Anti-reflective, anti-smudge, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Acer Spin 5 (SP513-55N) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8650U / 1.9 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 8 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Acer Spin 5 (SP513-55N) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
STORAGE Acer Spin 5 (SP513-55N) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD PCIe - Phison 512 GB SSD
AUDIO & VIDEO Acer Spin 5 (SP513-55N) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel UHD Graphics 620
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Camera Features - ThinkShutter camera privacy
Video Resolutions 1280 x 720 -
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3286
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium
COMMUNICATIONS Acer Spin 5 (SP513-55N) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650i - M.2 2230 (CNVi) Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card
Features - Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter
BATTERY Acer Spin 5 (SP513-55N) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 56 Wh 54 Wh
Battery Life Up to 15 hours Up to 15.4 hours
AC ADAPTER Acer Spin 5 (SP513-55N) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A
INPUT Acer Spin 5 (SP513-55N) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-gesture touch pad, Acer FineTip keyboard, precision touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Wave Keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Acer Spin 5 (SP513-55N) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen)
Interfaces HDMI
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 4)
USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB 3.2 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSDXC UHS-II)
SOFTWARE Acer Spin 5 (SP513-55N) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR))
MISCELLANEOUS Acer Spin 5 (SP513-55N) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (3rd Gen)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter, Acer Active Stylus Power adapter
Integrated Options Accelerometer Ambient light sensor, 3-axis gyro sensor, 3-axis accelerometer
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) solution, fingerprint reader -
Security Slot Type Noble Wedge security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Project Athena certified Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards - RoHS
SAR Value - 1.372 W/kg (body), 1.372 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Limited warranty - 2 years
Model Number 554J -
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