Acer TravelMate P2 (TMP214) vs. MSI Modern 15 (B12M)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Acer TravelMate P2 (TMP214)
Acer TravelMate P2 (TMP214)

Our Rating: 75 %

MSI Modern 15 (B12M)
MSI Modern 15 (B12M)

Our Rating: 75 %

In depth comparison and review of Acer TravelMate P2 (TMP214) and MSI Modern 15 (B12M). 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 P2 (TMP214) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer TravelMate P2 (TMP214) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

efficient multitasking performance

comprehensive connectivity options

reasonable price point

comfortable keyboard layout

average display quality

modest battery life

heavier design

limited graphics performance

MSI Modern 15 (B12M) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Modern 15 (B12M) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

affordable price

solid build quality

decent battery life

good connectivity options

average display quality

moderate storage capacity

limited graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Acer TravelMate P2 (TMP214) and MSI Modern 15 (B12M)
73 % - Design
64 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Acer TravelMate P2 (TMP214) vs. MSI Modern 15 (B12M) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Acer TravelMate P2 (TMP214) MSI Modern 15 (B12M)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.8 cm x 25.39 cm x 1.99 cm 35.9 cm x 24.1 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.625 kg 1.7 kg
Colour - Classic black
DISPLAY Acer TravelMate P2 (TMP214) MSI Modern 15 (B12M)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
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 -
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features ComfyView, Mercury free, Wide Viewing Angle Thin bezel design, IPS-level
PROCESSOR Acer TravelMate P2 (TMP214) MSI Modern 15 (B12M)
CPU Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 10110U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1255U
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 10-core
Cache 4 MB 12 MB
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Acer TravelMate P2 (TMP214) MSI Modern 15 (B12M)
RAM 8 GB 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
STORAGE Acer TravelMate P2 (TMP214) MSI Modern 15 (B12M)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Acer TravelMate P2 (TMP214) MSI Modern 15 (B12M)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Camera Yes Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter -
Frame Rate - 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, microphone
COMMUNICATIONS Acer TravelMate P2 (TMP214) MSI Modern 15 (B12M)
Wireless Bluetooth, Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Wake-on-LAN (WOL) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Acer TravelMate P2 (TMP214) MSI Modern 15 (B12M)
Technology - 3-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) - 39 Wh
INPUT Acer TravelMate P2 (TMP214) MSI Modern 15 (B12M)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-gesture touch pad, Acer FineTip keyboard, precision touchpad, moisture-resistant White LED backlight, 1.5mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Acer TravelMate P2 (TMP214) MSI Modern 15 (B12M)
Interfaces HDMI
VGA
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (with power off charging)
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (DC-In combo)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (Power Delivery)
HDMI
2 x USB 2.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Acer TravelMate P2 (TMP214) MSI Modern 15 (B12M)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Education Windows 11 Home
Software Included - MSI Center Pro
MISCELLANEOUS Acer TravelMate P2 (TMP214) MSI Modern 15 (B12M)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip -
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, system password MIL-STD-810G tested, ultra-slim
Compliant Standards MIL-STD 810G -
SAR Value 1.12 W/kg (body), 1.12 W/kg (limb), 1.12 W/kg (head) -
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year
Model Number 52 026UK
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