Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) vs. Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) and Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

slim lightweight design

fast ssd storage

good battery life

comfortable keyboard

decent display quality

average graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

limited port selection

mediocre speaker quality

Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

affordable price point

long battery life

educational software included

decent connectivity options

mediocre display resolution

limited storage capacity

basic processor performance

average graphics capability

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) and Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311)
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
75 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) vs. Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.76 cm x 21.64 cm x 1.59 cm 29.5 cm x 21.5 cm x 2.09 cm
Weight 1.32 kg 1.4 kg
Case Material Aluminum -
Colour Mineral grey Shale black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 11.6" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, Dolby Vision Anti-glare, matte, ComfyView, Acer BluelightShield technology, 10 ms response rate
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10210U / 1.6 GHz Intel Celeron N4120 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 2.6 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Burst Technology
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz -
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 64 GB eMMC - Kingston
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics 600
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy Privacy shutter
Video Resolutions - 1280 x 720
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio X3 -
Audio Features Harman audio technology -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller M.2 Card Intel Wireless-AC 9560 - M.2 2230 (CNVi)
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311)
Technology Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 48 Wh
Battery Life Up to 11 hours Up to 12 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Multi-gesture touch pad, precision touchpad, mechanically anchored keys
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN (RJ-45)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (DC-In combo, Power Delivery)
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition National Academic
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial) Acer ProShield Security Manager
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkBook 13s-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 13s) Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter, 3-cell Li-Ion 48Wh battery
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM) solution
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
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 MIL-STD 810G
SAR Value 0.568 W/kg (body), 0.568 W/kg (limb) 0.82 W/kg (body), 0.82 W/kg (limb), 0.82 W/kg (head)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number IML 20RR 31
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