ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) vs. Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) and Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51). 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 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 TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust security features

comfortable keyboard layout

decent battery life

solid build quality

affordable price point

average display quality

modest graphics performance

limited storage capacity

heavier than competitors

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) and Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51)
75 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
75 % - Design
75 % - Display
70 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) vs. Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 40.6 cm x 25.6 cm x 2.14 cm 35.89 cm x 26 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 2.3 kg 1.9 kg
Case Material Plastic Polycarbonate, ABS plastic
Colour Transparent silver Steel grey
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 16" - 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 16:10
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, matte, ComfyView, Acer BluelightShield technology, 30 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 3500U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 10-core
Cache 4 MB L3 - 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB HDD SATA / 5400 rpm 512 GB SSD - Kingston
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51)
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 - HD
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, Temporal Noise Reduction
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Compliant Standards - DTS Sound
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster Input: AI noise reduction
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion -
Battery Capacity (Size) 32 Wh 50 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard Multi-gesture touch pad, precision touchpad, OceanGlass touchpad, 1.55mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51)
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 (with power off charging)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 Pro
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51)
- 100 %
Included Accessories Power adapter, carrying case USB-C power adapter, HDD kit
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card 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, Acer Purified.Voice technology, Acer Dust Defender technology, MIL-STD-810H tested
Compliant Standards - TCO Certified 9.0
SAR Value 0.297 W/kg (body), 0.297 W/kg (limb) -
Repairability Index 6.3 (out of 10) -
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) - 1.14 W/kg (head)
1.14 W/kg (body)
1.14 W/kg (limb)
Carbon Footprint - 385 kg carbon emissions
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number AU078T TCO
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