ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) vs. Acer Aspire 5 14 (A514)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) and Acer Aspire 5 14 (A514). 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.

ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

large screen size

affordable price point

comfortable keyboard layout

decent processor performance

solid build quality

average battery life

no backlit keyboard

limited port selection

mediocre graphics capability

Acer Aspire 5 14 (A514) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Aspire 5 14 (A514) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

decent battery life

lightweight design

good processor performance

average display quality

limited graphics capabilities

no backlit keyboard

fewer USB ports

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) and Acer Aspire 5 14 (A514)
75 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
78 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) vs. Acer Aspire 5 14 (A514) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Acer Aspire 5 14 (A514)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 40.6 cm x 25.6 cm x 2.14 cm 31.82 cm x 22.55 cm x 1.78 cm
Weight 2.3 kg 2 kg
Case Material Plastic Anodised aluminium
Colour Transparent silver Steel grey
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Acer Aspire 5 14 (A514)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
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, Acer BluelightShield technology, 25 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Acer Aspire 5 14 (A514)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 3500U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 1355U / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 10-core
Cache 4 MB L3 - 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features - Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Acer Aspire 5 14 (A514)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Acer Aspire 5 14 (A514)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB HDD SATA / 5400 rpm 1.024 TB SSD - Micron
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Acer Aspire 5 14 (A514)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 8 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - Full HD
Camera Features - Windows Hello, Temporal Noise Reduction
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Acer Aspire 5 14 (A514)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Acer Aspire 5 14 (A514)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion -
Battery Capacity (Size) 32 Wh 50 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Acer Aspire 5 14 (A514)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Acer Aspire 5 14 (A514)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard Multi-gesture touch pad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Acer Aspire 5 14 (A514)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
HDMI
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (with power off charging)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) -
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Acer Aspire 5 14 (A514)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 Home
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Acer Aspire 5 14 (A514)
Included Accessories Power adapter, carrying case Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Fingerprint reader
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, ErgoLift Administrator password, system password
SAR Value 0.297 W/kg (body), 0.297 W/kg (limb) 1.14 W/kg (body), 1.14 W/kg (head), 1.14 W/kg (limb)
Repairability Index 6.3 (out of 10) -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number AU078T 56M
Other projects: