HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G3 Notebook) vs. Acer Spin 5 (SP514)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G3 Notebook)
HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G3 Notebook)
Acer Spin 5 (SP514)
Acer Spin 5 (SP514)

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G3 Notebook) and Acer Spin 5 (SP514). 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.

Acer Spin 5 (SP514) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Spin 5 (SP514) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile 360-degree hinge

sharp 2K display

responsive touchscreen

lightweight design

decent battery life

limited storage capacity

average graphics performance

no HDMI port

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G3 Notebook) and Acer Spin 5 (SP514)
82 % - Design
86 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G3 Notebook) vs. Acer Spin 5 (SP514) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G3 Notebook) Acer Spin 5 (SP514)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.58 cm x 20.5 cm x 1.58 cm 31.12 cm x 21.82 cm x 1.69 cm
Weight 1.25 kg 1.3 kg
Case Material Aluminum Magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour - Concrete grey
DISPLAY HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G3 Notebook) Acer Spin 5 (SP514)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" 14" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes (multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
Screen Resolution - 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:10
Image Brightness - 420 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Features - Glare, CineCrystal, Corning Gorilla glass 3, Acer BluelightShield technology, 30 ms response rate
PROCESSOR HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G3 Notebook) Acer Spin 5 (SP514)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8250U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1260P / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 12-core
Cache 6 MB 18 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features - Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost)
MEMORY HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G3 Notebook) Acer Spin 5 (SP514)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
STORAGE HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G3 Notebook) Acer Spin 5 (SP514)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 1.024 TB SSD M.2 2280 - Micron
AUDIO & VIDEO HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G3 Notebook) Acer Spin 5 (SP514)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera - Yes - Full HD
Video Resolutions - 1920 x 1080
Sound Stereo speakers Stereo speakers, two microphones
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G3 Notebook) Acer Spin 5 (SP514)
Wireless - Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller - Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675i - M.2 2230 (CNVi)
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G3 Notebook) Acer Spin 5 (SP514)
Technology - 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 56 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 15 hours
AC ADAPTER HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G3 Notebook) Acer Spin 5 (SP514)
Output - 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G3 Notebook) Acer Spin 5 (SP514)
Type - Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Multi-gesture touch pad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G3 Notebook) Acer Spin 5 (SP514)
Interfaces HDMI
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
HDMI
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (with power off charging)
USB 3.2 Gen 2
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G3 Notebook) Acer Spin 5 (SP514)
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 11 Home
MISCELLANEOUS HP EliteBook x360 (1030 G3 Notebook) Acer Spin 5 (SP514)
Included Accessories - Active stylus, USB-C power adapter
Integrated Options Accelerometer, magnetometer, gyro sensor, hall sensor -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Noble Wedge security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features HP DuraKeys, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, Power On Authentication, Pre-boot Authentication, Master Boot Record Security, HP Sure Start Gen 4 Project Athena certified
Compliant Standards - HDCP
SAR Value - 1.14 W/kg (body), 1.14 W/kg (head), 1.14 W/kg (limb)
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number - 51N
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