Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ)

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In depth comparison and review of Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ). 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 Switch 5 (SW512-52P) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile detachable design

sharp ips display

solid build quality

active stylus included

adequate processor performance

moderate battery life

limited port selection

no thunderbolt support

higher price point

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Difference between Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ)
Product Type Tablet - with detachable keyboard Tablet - with detachable keyboard
Dimensions (WxDxH) - tablet 29.29 cm x 20.18 cm x 0.96 cm 30.41 cm x 22.6 cm x 0.89 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details 29.29 cm x 20.18 cm x 0.96 cm / 920 g - tablet
29.29 cm x 20.18 cm x 1.2 cm / 1.27 kg - tablet with keyboard
30.41 cm x 22.6 cm x 0.89 cm / 890 g - tablet
30.41 cm x 22.6 cm x 1.51 cm / 1.27 kg - tablet with keyboard
Weight 920 g 890 g
Case Material Anodised aluminium Aluminum, magnesium alloy
Colour Grey Black
DISPLAY Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ)
Screen Size (Type) 12" - IPS 13" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 2160 x 1440 (Full HD Plus) 3000 x 2000 (QHD+)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 3:2
Image Brightness 350 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Windows Ink Capability Yes -
Features Glare, CineCrystal, Mercury free, Wide Viewing Angle Glossy, Corning Gorilla glass, WideView, anti-fingerprint
PROCESSOR Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ)
CPU Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7200U / 2.5 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8250U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.1 GHz 3.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 3 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed - 1866 MHz
Rated Speed - 2133 MHz
STORAGE Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD - Kingston 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung
AUDIO & VIDEO Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Camera Yes - 2592 x 1944 (rear), 1600 x 1200 (front) Yes
Resolution 5 Megapixel (rear), 2 Megapixel (front) 8 Megapixel (rear), 2 Megapixel (front)
Camera Features Wide angle lens, 1080p Full HD movie recording, 720p HD movie recording, Windows Hello IR camera, rear camera with auto focus, rear camera with flash
Video Resolutions 720p, 1080p -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Codec - Realtek ALC3278
COMMUNICATIONS Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ)
Wireless Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card
WWAN
Generation - 4G
Technology - UMTS, HSPA, HSPA+, DC-HSPA+, LTE Advanced
Controller - Sierra Wireless EM7455
BATTERY Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 37 Wh 42 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10.5 hours Up to 9.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V 65 Watt
INPUT Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ)
Type Digitizer, touchpad, digital pen, detachable keyboard Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Volume control, multi-gesture touch pad, Acer FineTip keyboard, precision touchpad Volume control, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ)
Slots - 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free)
Interfaces USB-C
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.0
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (Power Delivery 3.0)
Pogo keyboard connector
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDXC) Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC)
SOFTWARE Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ)
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter, keyboard, Acer Active Pen, USB-C to HDMI adapter Keyboard, ThinkPad Pen Pro, USB-C power adapter, pen holder
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor, digital compass, gyro sensor Ambient light sensor, 3-axis gyro sensor, 3-axis accelerometer, 3-axis compass
Security Fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington mini security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Integrated stylus holder, LiquidLoop, auto-retracting kickstand Reset switch, MIL-STD-810G tested
Navigation Receiver - GPS
Compliant Standards - RoHS, GREENGUARD, low halogen
SAR Value - 1.51 W/kg (body), 1.51 W/kg (limb)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
Model Number 58ZQ -
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