Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 ABP (21KK)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31) and Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 ABP (21KK). 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 TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

efficient performance

comfortable keyboard

adequate connectivity options

competitive pricing

average display quality

limited graphics capability

modest storage capacity

no touchscreen option

Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 ABP (21KK) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 ABP (21KK) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful processor performance

sharp display resolution

robust build quality

efficient thermal management

versatile connectivity options

heavier than competitors

average battery life

limited color options

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31) and Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 ABP (21KK)
74 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 ABP (21KK) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 ABP (21KK)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.95 cm x 23.18 cm x 2.44 cm 35.6 cm x 25.35 cm x 1.75 cm
Weight 1.65 kg 1.7 kg
Case Material - Aluminium (top), polycarbonate ABS (bottom)
Colour Shale black Dual tone arctic grey
DISPLAY Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 ABP (21KK)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 16" - IPS
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:10
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, matte, ComfyView, 25 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display Anti-glare, Low Blue Light technology
PROCESSOR Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 ABP (21KK)
CPU Intel N-series N200 AMD Ryzen 5 7530U / 2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 6-core
Cache L3 - 6 MB L3 - 16 MB
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 ABP (21KK)
RAM 8 GB 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 64 GB
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 3200 MHz
Rated Speed - 3200 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 ABP (21KK)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD - Kingston 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 ABP (21KK)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics AMD Radeon Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 1080p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, Temporal Noise Reduction Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Input: noise-cancellation technology
COMMUNICATIONS Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 ABP (21KK)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - M.2 2230 (CNVi) M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 ABP (21KK)
Technology - Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 50 Wh 45 Wh
AC ADAPTER Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 ABP (21KK)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V 65 Watt
INPUT Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 ABP (21KK)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Precision touchpad, mechanically anchored keys Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision glass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 ABP (21KK)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4) (1 free)
Interfaces HDMI
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (DC-In combo, Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (4K support)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 ABP (21KK)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition National Academic (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro National Academic) + Windows 11 Pro National Academic Licence Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31) Lenovo ThinkBook 16 G6 ABP (21KK)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security - Firmware 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, hard drive password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810H tested, Rapid Charge Pro, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards MIL-STD 810F, MIL-STD 810H, TCO Certified 9.0 RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, FSC, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution), TCO Certified 9.0
SAR Value 1.14 W/kg (body), 1.14 W/kg (head), 1.14 W/kg (limb) -
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) 1.14 W/kg (head)
1.14 W/kg (body)
1.14 W/kg (limb)
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Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number TCO -
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