Acer TravelMate P259 (G2) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF)

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Acer TravelMate P259 (G2)
Acer TravelMate P259 (G2)
Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF)
Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF)

Detailed comparison and review of Acer TravelMate P259 (G2) and Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

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Difference between Acer TravelMate P259 (G2) and Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF)

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Acer TravelMate P259 (G2) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Acer TravelMate P259 (G2) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 38.16 cm x 25.9 cm x 3.02 cm 30.77 cm x 20.98 cm x 1.78 cm
Weight 2.4 kg 1.26 kg
Case Material - Glass-fibre, magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY Acer TravelMate P259 (G2) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - TN 12.5"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Features Ultra Slim Design, anti-glare, ComfyView, Mercury free Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Acer TravelMate P259 (G2) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF)
CPU Intel Core i3 (7th Gen) 7020U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8250U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 3.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 3 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Acer TravelMate P259 (G2) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF)
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2133 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Acer TravelMate P259 (G2) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2280 - Toshiba 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung
Optical Drive DVD-Writer - tray -
AUDIO & VIDEO Acer TravelMate P259 (G2) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Camera Yes - 1280 x 720 Yes - 720p
Camera Features HDR (High Dynamic Range), 720p HD movie recording ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium
Audio Features Acer TrueHarmony technology -
COMMUNICATIONS Acer TravelMate P259 (G2) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 7265 - M.2 Card Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Wake-on-LAN (WOL) Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter
WWAN
Generation - 4G
Technology - LTE
Controller - FIBOCOM L830-EB - M.2 Card
BATTERY Acer TravelMate P259 (G2) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 6-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 41.4 Wh 48 Wh
Battery Life Up to 8 hours Up to 16.6 hours
AC ADAPTER Acer TravelMate P259 (G2) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A
INPUT Acer TravelMate P259 (G2) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Features Multi-gesture touch pad, Acer FineTip keyboard, precision touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Acer TravelMate P259 (G2) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF)
Slots - Nano-SIM card
Interfaces USB 2.0
HDMI
VGA
LAN
2 x USB 3.0
USB-C
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3)
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Acer TravelMate P259 (G2) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Acer TravelMate P259 (G2) Lenovo ThinkPad X280 (20KF)
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington mini 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, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards - RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Model Number M - 37A2 -
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