ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX3402VA) vs. Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX3402VA) 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 ZenBook 14 (UX3402VA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX3402VA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

impressive battery life

lightweight and portable

vibrant display quality

fast processing speeds

solid build quality

limited port selection

higher price point

no dedicated GPU

average speaker quality

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 ZenBook 14 (UX3402VA) and Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
74 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX3402VA) vs. Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX3402VA) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.36 cm x 22.06 cm x 1.69 cm 32.95 cm x 23.18 cm x 2.44 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details 41 cm x 28.4 cm x 7.5 cm / 3.67 g -
Weight 1.39 kg 1.65 kg
Case Material Aluminum -
Colour Ponder blue Shale black
DISPLAY ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX3402VA) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Screen Size (Type) 14" OLED 14" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes -
Screen Resolution 2880 x 1800 (2.8K) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 90 Hz 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 -
Image Brightness 550 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% DCI-P3 45% NTSC
Colour Support 1.07 billion colours -
Features Glossy, Corning Gorilla glass, NanoEdge display, Pantone Validated, HDR 500 True Black, 90% screen-to-body ratio, 0.2 ms response rate, VESA DisplayHDR Anti-glare, matte, ComfyView, 25 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display
PROCESSOR ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX3402VA) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
CPU Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1340P / 1.9 GHz Intel N-series N200
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 3.7 GHz
Number of Cores 12-core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 12 MB L3 - 6 MB
Features Intel Smart Cache -
MEMORY ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX3402VA) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
STORAGE ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX3402VA) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD - Kingston
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX3402VA) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Video System Features Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) -
Camera Yes - Full HD Yes - HD
Camera Features ASUS 3D Noise Reduction (3DNR) Technology Privacy shutter, Temporal Noise Reduction
Sound Harman/kardon stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos -
Audio Features Output: Smart Amplification technology; Input: AI noise cancelling -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX3402VA) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3 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 ZenBook 14 (UX3402VA) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion -
Battery Capacity (Size) 75 Wh 50 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX3402VA) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX3402VA) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Type Keyboard, NumberPad 2.0 Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense Precision touchpad, mechanically anchored keys
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX3402VA) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI 2.1
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) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX3402VA) 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
Software Included MyASUS, ScreenXpert, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial), GlideX -
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX3402VA) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader -
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features MIL-STD-810H tested, compatible with stylus, Cortana support -
Compliant Standards RoHS, REACH, TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification, SGS Eye Care Display Certification, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution) 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)
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) - 1.14 W/kg (head)
1.14 W/kg (body)
1.14 W/kg (limb)
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number KN114W TCO
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