Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IML05 (81WC) vs. Acer Aspire 3 14 (A314)

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Acer Aspire 3 14 (A314)
Acer Aspire 3 14 (A314)

Our Rating: 72 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IML05 (81WC) and Acer Aspire 3 14 (A314). 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.

Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IML05 (81WC) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IML05 (81WC) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

large display screen

decent processor performance

ample storage capacity

lightweight design

average battery life

mediocre graphics card

no backlit keyboard

limited port selection

Acer Aspire 3 14 (A314) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Aspire 3 14 (A314) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

solid build quality

decent processor performance

adequate port selection

average battery life

dim display brightness

limited upgrade options

no backlit keyboard

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IML05 (81WC) and Acer Aspire 3 14 (A314)
69 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
69 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IML05 (81WC) vs. Acer Aspire 3 14 (A314) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IML05 (81WC) Acer Aspire 3 14 (A314)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 40.2 cm x 28.125 cm x 1.99 cm 32.83 cm x 21.75 cm x 1.89 cm
Weight 2.2 kg 1.4 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Polycarbonate, ABS plastic
Colour Abyss blue Pure silver
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IML05 (81WC) Acer Aspire 3 14 (A314)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" - TN 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1600 x 900 (HD+) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
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
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, matte, ComfyView, Acer BluelightShield technology, 25 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IML05 (81WC) Acer Aspire 3 14 (A314)
CPU Intel Pentium Gold 6405U / 2.4 GHz AMD Ryzen 3 7320U / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 2 MB L3 - 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IML05 (81WC) Acer Aspire 3 14 (A314)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 12 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
Rated Speed 2400 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IML05 (81WC) Acer Aspire 3 14 (A314)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD - Kingston
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IML05 (81WC) Acer Aspire 3 14 (A314)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics AMD Radeon 610M
Camera Yes Yes - HD
Resolution 0.3 Megapixel -
Camera Features Privacy shutter Temporal Noise Reduction
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IML05 (81WC) Acer Aspire 3 14 (A314)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IML05 (81WC) Acer Aspire 3 14 (A314)
Technology Lithium Ion -
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 40 Wh
Battery Life Up to 9 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IML05 (81WC) Acer Aspire 3 14 (A314)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 45 Watt 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IML05 (81WC) Acer Aspire 3 14 (A314)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Multi-gesture touch pad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IML05 (81WC) Acer Aspire 3 14 (A314)
Interfaces USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (DC-In combo, Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IML05 (81WC) Acer Aspire 3 14 (A314)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home in S mode - English Windows 11 Home in S mode
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IML05 (81WC) Acer Aspire 3 14 (A314)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip -
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password Administrator password, system password
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 -
SAR Value - 1.32 W/kg (body), 1.32 W/kg (head), 1.32 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number - 23P
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