Acer Swift 5 Pro Series (SF514) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Acer Swift 5 Pro Series (SF514)
Acer Swift 5 Pro Series (SF514)

In depth comparison and review of Acer Swift 5 Pro Series (SF514) and Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14). 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.

Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust aluminum design

responsive fingerprint reader

decent battery life

affordable business laptop

solid processor performance

average display quality

no thunderbolt support

limited upgrade options

mediocre speaker output

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Acer Swift 5 Pro Series (SF514) and Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14)
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Acer Swift 5 Pro Series (SF514) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Acer Swift 5 Pro Series (SF514) Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.9 cm x 22.8 cm x 1.49 cm 32.6 cm x 23 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 970 g 1.5 kg
Case Material - Aluminum
Colour Charcoal blue Mineral grey
DISPLAY Acer Swift 5 Pro Series (SF514) Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 14" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (multi-touch) -
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 250 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Features Glare, CineCrystal, 25 ms response rate Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Acer Swift 5 Pro Series (SF514) Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14)
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8550U / 1.8 GHz Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10210U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 8 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Acer Swift 5 Pro Series (SF514) Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 24 GB
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2666 MHz
Rated Speed - 2666 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Acer Swift 5 Pro Series (SF514) Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 - Micron 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Acer Swift 5 Pro Series (SF514) Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Camera Features - ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards Dolby Audio Premium High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features Acer TrueHarmony technology -
COMMUNICATIONS Acer Swift 5 Pro Series (SF514) Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 7265 - M.2 Card M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Intel Wireless Display (WiDi) -
BATTERY Acer Swift 5 Pro Series (SF514) Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14)
Technology 2-cell lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 36 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life Up to 8 hours Up to 9 hours
AC ADAPTER Acer Swift 5 Pro Series (SF514) Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V 65 Watt
INPUT Acer Swift 5 Pro Series (SF514) Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-gesture touch pad, Acer FineTip keyboard, precision touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Acer Swift 5 Pro Series (SF514) Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14)
Interfaces HDMI
USB 3.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.0 (with power off charging)
USB 2.0
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Acer Swift 5 Pro Series (SF514) Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14)
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 Swift 5 Pro Series (SF514) Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
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 - Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value - 0.49 W/kg (body), 0.49 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Silver
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number 52TP IML 20RV
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