Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) vs. Acer Aspire 5 Spin 14 (A5SP14)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) and Acer Aspire 5 Spin 14 (A5SP14). 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 C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

flexible 2-in-1 design

responsive touchscreen display

affordable price point

solid build quality

decent battery life

moderate processor speed

limited storage capacity

average graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

Acer Aspire 5 Spin 14 (A5SP14) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Aspire 5 Spin 14 (A5SP14) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

responsive touchscreen

solid build quality

decent battery life

fast charging support

average display resolution

limited graphics performance

moderate speaker quality

no thunderbolt support

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) and Acer Aspire 5 Spin 14 (A5SP14)
73 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
65 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) vs. Acer Aspire 5 Spin 14 (A5SP14) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Acer Aspire 5 Spin 14 (A5SP14)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.8 cm x 22.9 cm x 1.79 cm 31.82 cm x 22.55 cm x 1.799 cm
Weight 1.65 kg 2 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate, polycarbonate ABS, glass-fibre Anodised aluminium
Colour Onyx black | Platinum grey Steel grey
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Acer Aspire 5 Spin 14 (A5SP14)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - TN 14" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes
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 -
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 200 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Glossy Glare, matte, ComfyView, Corning Gorilla glass 3, Acer BluelightShield technology, 25 ms response rate, one glass metal mesh (OGM)
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Acer Aspire 5 Spin 14 (A5SP14)
CPU AMD Ryzen 3 3200U / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 1355U / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.5 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 10-core
Cache L3 - 4 MB L3 - 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost)
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Acer Aspire 5 Spin 14 (A5SP14)
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 8 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 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Acer Aspire 5 Spin 14 (A5SP14)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2280 SATA 6Gb/s 512 GB SSD - Micron
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Acer Aspire 5 Spin 14 (A5SP14)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 3 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Max Monitors Supported 1 external monitor(s) -
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - Full HD
Resolution 1 Megapixel -
Camera Features Privacy shutter Temporal Noise Reduction
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Acer Aspire 5 Spin 14 (A5SP14)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Features Single stream (1x1) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Acer Aspire 5 Spin 14 (A5SP14)
Technology Lithium polymer -
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 50 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Acer Aspire 5 Spin 14 (A5SP14)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Acer Aspire 5 Spin 14 (A5SP14)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Acer Aspire 5 Spin 14 (A5SP14)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Acer Aspire 5 Spin 14 (A5SP14)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home in S mode - English Windows 11 Home
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14API (Lenovo IdeaPad C340) Acer Aspire 5 Spin 14 (A5SP14)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, active stylus
Security Fingerprint reader Fingerprint reader
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, RapidCharge Administrator password, system password, Acer Purified.Voice technology
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 -
SAR Value 0.82 W/kg (body), 0.82 W/kg (limb) 1.14 W/kg (body), 1.14 W/kg (head), 1.14 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number 14API 81N6 51MTN
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