Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N8) vs. Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N8) and Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51). 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 ThinkPad E490 (20N8) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N8) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

reliable performance

good security features

competitive price point

average battery life

modest display quality

no thunderbolt support

heavier design

Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust security features

comfortable keyboard layout

decent battery life

solid build quality

affordable price point

average display quality

modest graphics performance

limited storage capacity

heavier than competitors

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N8) and Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51)
69 % - Design
63 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
75 % - Design
75 % - Display
70 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N8) vs. Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N8) Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.9 cm x 24.2 cm x 1.99 cm 35.89 cm x 26 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.75 kg 1.9 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS Polycarbonate, ABS plastic
Colour Black Steel grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N8) Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 16" - IPS
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 16:10
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare, matte, ComfyView, Acer BluelightShield technology, 30 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N8) Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 10-core
Cache 6 MB L3 - 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N8) Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N8) Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD - Kingston
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N8) Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, Temporal Noise Reduction
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Codec Conexant CX11880 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Advanced Audio DTS Sound
Audio Features - Input: AI noise reduction
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N8) Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 9260 - M.2 Card -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Realtek R8111GUS -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N8) Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51)
Technology Lithium Ion -
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 50 Wh
Battery Life Up to 13 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N8) Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N8) Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Multi-gesture touch pad, precision touchpad, OceanGlass touchpad, 1.55mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N8) Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
USB 2.0
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (with power off charging)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N8) Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 11 Pro
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad E490 (20N8) Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51)
- 100 %
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter, HDD kit
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested Administrator password, system password, Acer Purified.Voice technology, Acer Dust Defender technology, MIL-STD-810H tested
Compliant Standards RoHS TCO Certified 9.0
SAR Value 0.47 W/kg (body), 0.47 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) - 1.14 W/kg (head)
1.14 W/kg (body)
1.14 W/kg (limb)
Carbon Footprint - 385 kg carbon emissions
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number - TCO
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