Acer TravelMate X5 (TMX514-51) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer TravelMate X5 (TMX514-51) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

fast ssd storage

decent battery life

robust security features

full hd display

average graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

limited upgradeability

mediocre speaker quality.

Acer TravelMate B3 11 (TMB311) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer TravelMate B3 11 (TMB311) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

durable build quality

affordable price point

efficient battery life

robust security features

lightweight design

mediocre display quality

limited storage capacity

basic graphics performance

slow processor speed

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Acer TravelMate X5 (TMX514-51) and Acer TravelMate B3 11 (TMB311)
81 % - Design
78 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
72 % - Design
65 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
90 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Acer TravelMate X5 (TMX514-51) vs. Acer TravelMate B3 11 (TMB311) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Acer TravelMate X5 (TMX514-51) Acer TravelMate B3 11 (TMB311)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.9 cm x 22.8 cm x 1.49 cm 29.08 cm x 21.145 cm x 2.075 cm
Weight 980 g 1.4 kg
Colour Gra black Shale black
DISPLAY Acer TravelMate X5 (TMX514-51) Acer TravelMate B3 11 (TMB311)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 11.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1366 x 768 (WXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 50% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 25 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display Anti-glare, matte, ComfyView, Acer BluelightShield technology, 25 ms response rate
PROCESSOR Acer TravelMate X5 (TMX514-51) Acer TravelMate B3 11 (TMB311)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz Intel N-series N200
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 3.7 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache L2 - 6 MB L3 - 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Acer TravelMate X5 (TMX514-51) Acer TravelMate B3 11 (TMB311)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
STORAGE Acer TravelMate X5 (TMX514-51) Acer TravelMate B3 11 (TMB311)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD - Kingston 128 GB SSD - Kingston
AUDIO & VIDEO Acer TravelMate X5 (TMX514-51) Acer TravelMate B3 11 (TMB311)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Camera Yes - 1280 x 720 Yes - HD
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, Temporal Noise Reduction
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, two microphones
Audio Features Acer TrueHarmony technology -
COMMUNICATIONS Acer TravelMate X5 (TMX514-51) Acer TravelMate B3 11 (TMB311)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wave 2, Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 - M.2 2230 Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - M.2 2230 (CNVi)
Features - Dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO
BATTERY Acer TravelMate X5 (TMX514-51) Acer TravelMate B3 11 (TMB311)
Technology 2-cell lithium polymer -
Battery Capacity (Size) 36 Wh 50 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours -
AC ADAPTER Acer TravelMate X5 (TMX514-51) Acer TravelMate B3 11 (TMB311)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 45 Watt, 19 V 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V, 3 A
INPUT Acer TravelMate X5 (TMX514-51) Acer TravelMate B3 11 (TMB311)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Multi-gesture touch pad, Acer FineTip keyboard, precision touchpad Multi-gesture touch pad, spill-resistant, precision touchpad, mechanically anchored keys, OceanGlass touchpad, serviceable keyboard design
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Acer TravelMate X5 (TMX514-51) Acer TravelMate B3 11 (TMB311)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (DC-In combo, Power Delivery)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Acer TravelMate X5 (TMX514-51) Acer TravelMate B3 11 (TMB311)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Pro Education
MISCELLANEOUS Acer TravelMate X5 (TMX514-51) Acer TravelMate B3 11 (TMB311)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader -
Security Slot Type Noble Wedge security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features MU-MIMO technology Administrator password, system password, MIL-STD-810H tested
SAR Value - 1.14 W/kg (body), 1.14 W/kg (head), 1.14 W/kg (limb)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number 52RN 33
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