Acer TravelMate P259 (G2) vs. ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA)

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Acer TravelMate P259 (G2)
Acer TravelMate P259 (G2)

In depth comparison and review of Acer TravelMate P259 (G2) and ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA). 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.

ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact lightweight design

affordable price point

solid state drive included

decent processor performance

full hd display

average battery life

limited graphics capability

no backlit keyboard

fewer connectivity options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Acer TravelMate P259 (G2) and ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA)
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Acer TravelMate P259 (G2) vs. ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Acer TravelMate P259 (G2) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 38.16 cm x 25.9 cm x 3.02 cm 32.2 cm x 21.2 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 2.4 kg 1.5 kg
Colour Black Slate grey
DISPLAY Acer TravelMate P259 (G2) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - TN 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 200 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Ultra Slim Design, anti-glare, ComfyView, Mercury free ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, NanoEdge display
PROCESSOR Acer TravelMate P259 (G2) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA)
CPU Intel Core i3 (7th Gen) 7020U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i3 (7th Gen) 7020U / 2.3 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 3 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
MEMORY Acer TravelMate P259 (G2) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA)
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 12 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2133 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE Acer TravelMate P259 (G2) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2280 - Toshiba 128 GB SSD M.2 SATA 6Gb/s
Optical Drive DVD-Writer - tray -
AUDIO & VIDEO Acer TravelMate P259 (G2) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 620 Intel HD Graphics 620
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Camera Yes - 1280 x 720 Yes - HD
Camera Features HDR (High Dynamic Range), 720p HD movie recording -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features Acer TrueHarmony technology ASUS SonicMaster
COMMUNICATIONS Acer TravelMate P259 (G2) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 7265 - M.2 Card -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Wake-on-LAN (WOL) -
BATTERY Acer TravelMate P259 (G2) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 41.4 Wh 37 Wh
Battery Life Up to 8 hours -
AC ADAPTER Acer TravelMate P259 (G2) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT Acer TravelMate P259 (G2) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Features Multi-gesture touch pad, Acer FineTip keyboard, precision touchpad Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Acer TravelMate P259 (G2) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA)
Interfaces USB 2.0
HDMI
VGA
LAN
2 x USB 3.0
USB-C
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Acer TravelMate P259 (G2) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 in S mode 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Acer TravelMate P259 (G2) ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features - ASUS Battery Health charging technology
Compliant Standards - UL, BSMI, CB, CCC, FCC
SAR Value - 0.306 W/kg (body), 0.306 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
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Model Number M - 37A2 EK038T
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