ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) vs. Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) 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 Duo UX481FA (BM020R) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

innovative dual-screen design

compact and lightweight

solid battery life

comfortable keyboard layout

good processor performance

limited graphics capabilities

no thunderbolt support

secondary screen usability issues

higher price point

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 Duo UX481FA (BM020R) and Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
72 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery
74 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) vs. Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.3 cm x 22.3 cm x 1.99 cm 32.95 cm x 23.18 cm x 2.44 cm
Weight 1.5 kg 1.65 kg
Case Material Metal -
Colour Celestial blue Shale black
DISPLAY ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 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 300 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, WideView, NanoEdge display, Narrow Border Display, Pantone Validated Anti-glare, matte, ComfyView, 25 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display
PROCESSOR ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
CPU Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10510U / 1.8 GHz Intel N-series N200
Max Turbo Speed 4.9 GHz 3.7 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 8 MB L3 - 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 -
MEMORY ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz -
STORAGE ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD - Kingston
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - HD Yes - HD
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello Privacy shutter, Temporal Noise Reduction
Sound Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster, Smart Amplification technology -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 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), MU-MIMO
BATTERY ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer -
Battery Capacity (Size) 70 Wh 50 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Type Keyboard, stylus, ScreenPad Plus Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features 12.6" touch display Precision touchpad, mechanically anchored keys
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 2
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
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 Duo UX481FA (BM020R) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition 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 ZenBook Duo UX481FA (BM020R) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Included Accessories Stylus, power adapter, sleeve Power adapter
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features ErgoLift -
Compliant Standards MIL-STD 810G MIL-STD 810F, MIL-STD 810H, TCO Certified 9.0
SAR Value 0.529 W/kg (body), 0.529 W/kg (limb) 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 - 2 years Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number - TCO
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