Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31) vs. MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31) and MSI Modern 15 H (B13M). 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

MSI Modern 15 H (B13M) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Modern 15 H (B13M) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

fast ssd storage

vivid full hd display

efficient cooling system

competitive price point

average battery life

limited graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

basic audio quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31) and MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
74 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31) vs. MSI Modern 15 H (B13M) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.95 cm x 23.18 cm x 2.44 cm 35.9 cm x 24.1 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.65 kg 1.7 kg
Colour Shale black -
DISPLAY Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 15.6"
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, matte, ComfyView, 25 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display MSI Matrix Display, IPS-level
PROCESSOR Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
CPU Intel N-series N200 Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13700H / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 14-core
Cache L3 - 6 MB L3 - 24 MB
Features - Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
RAM 8 GB 16 GB (2 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 - 0
STORAGE Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD - Kingston 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel Iris Xe Max Graphics
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - HD Yes
Camera Features Privacy shutter, Temporal Noise Reduction -
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Speakers, microphone
Audio Features - Output: Hi-Res Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - M.2 2230 (CNVi) Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Features Dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Technology - 3-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 50 Wh 39.3 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 5 hours
AC ADAPTER Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V 90 Watt, 19 V, 4.74 A
INPUT Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes (white)
Features Precision touchpad, mechanically anchored keys Precision touchpad, 1.5mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
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-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI 2.1 (4K support)
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
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 Home
Software Included - MSI Center
MISCELLANEOUS Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features - MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards MIL-STD 810F, MIL-STD 810H, 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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Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Limited warranty - 1 year
Model Number TCO 003UK
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