Lenovo ThinkPad T440 vs. Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T440 and Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P). 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 T440 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T440 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

durable build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

good battery life

solid performance base

efficient thermal management

average display quality

heavier than competitors

limited graphics capability

outdated design style

Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile detachable design

sharp ips display

solid build quality

active stylus included

adequate processor performance

moderate battery life

limited port selection

no thunderbolt support

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T440 and Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P)
76 % - Design
65 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T440 vs. Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T440 Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P)
Product Type Ultrabook Tablet - with detachable keyboard
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.9 cm x 23.25 cm x 2.1 cm -
Dimensions (WxDxH) - tablet - 29.29 cm x 20.18 cm x 0.96 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details - 29.29 cm x 20.18 cm x 0.96 cm / 920 g - tablet
29.29 cm x 20.18 cm x 1.2 cm / 1.27 kg - tablet with keyboard
Weight 1.81 kg 920 g
Case Material - Anodised aluminium
Colour - Grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T440 Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 12" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1600 x 900 (HD+) 2160 x 1440 (Full HD Plus)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 3:2
Image Brightness - 350 cd/m²
Windows Ink Capability - Yes
Features - Glare, CineCrystal, Mercury free, Wide Viewing Angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T440 Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P)
CPU Intel Core i5 (4th Gen) 4300U / 1.9 GHz Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7200U / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.9 GHz 3.1 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 3 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T440 Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P)
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 8 GB -
RAM Type DDR3L SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Form Factor SO-DIMM 204-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T440 Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 240 GB SSD 128 GB SSD - Kingston
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T440 Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 4400 Intel HD Graphics 620
Memory Allocation Technology - Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Camera Yes Yes - 2592 x 1944 (rear), 1600 x 1200 (front)
Resolution - 5 Megapixel (rear), 2 Megapixel (front)
Camera Features - Wide angle lens, 1080p Full HD movie recording, 720p HD movie recording, Windows Hello
Video Resolutions - 720p, 1080p
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3232 -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T440 Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P)
Wireless - Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T440 Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P)
Technology - 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 37 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 10.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T440 Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 45 Watt, 19 V
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T440 Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Digitizer, touchpad, digital pen, detachable keyboard
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad Volume control, multi-gesture touch pad, Acer FineTip keyboard, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T440 Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.0
VGA
Mini DisplayPort
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.0
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD, microSDXC)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T440 Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T440 Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, keyboard, Acer Active Pen, USB-C to HDMI adapter
Integrated Options - Ambient light sensor, digital compass, gyro sensor
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip Fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features - Integrated stylus holder, LiquidLoop, auto-retracting kickstand
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001 -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number - 58ZQ
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