ASUS 15 (X515JA) vs. Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS 15 (X515JA) and Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31). 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 15 (X515JA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS 15 (X515JA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

solid build quality

adequate performance

good connectivity options

average battery life

basic display quality

limited storage capacity

no dedicated graphics

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

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS 15 (X515JA) and Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
76 % - Design
75 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
74 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS 15 (X515JA) vs. Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS 15 (X515JA) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.9 cm x 23.5 cm x 1.99 cm 32.95 cm x 23.18 cm x 2.44 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 1.65 kg
Case Material Plastic -
Colour Silver | Slate grey Shale black
DISPLAY ASUS 15 (X515JA) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology 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 -
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, matte, ComfyView, 25 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display
PROCESSOR ASUS 15 (X515JA) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
CPU Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 1005G1 / 1.2 GHz Intel N-series N200
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz 3.7 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 4 MB L3 - 6 MB
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache -
MEMORY ASUS 15 (X515JA) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 8 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE ASUS 15 (X515JA) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD - Kingston
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS 15 (X515JA) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - HD Yes - HD
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, Temporal Noise Reduction
Sound Speaker, microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS 15 (X515JA) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - M.2 2230 (CNVi)
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO
BATTERY ASUS 15 (X515JA) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Technology 3-cell -
Battery Capacity (Size) 37 Wh 50 Wh
Battery Life Up to 7.7 hours -
AC ADAPTER ASUS 15 (X515JA) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT ASUS 15 (X515JA) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Features Chiclet keyboard Precision touchpad, mechanically anchored keys
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS 15 (X515JA) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Slots 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x2) (0 free) -
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
HDMI
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
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS 15 (X515JA) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition National Academic (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro National Academic) + Windows 11 Pro National Academic Licence
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS 15 (X515JA) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security 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 System password -
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)
Repairability Index 6.1 (out of 10) -
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) - 1.14 W/kg (head)
1.14 W/kg (body)
1.14 W/kg (limb)
Manufacturer Warranty International warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number EJ2133W TCO
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