Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) vs. Acer Aspire 3 14 (A314)

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

Our Rating: 72 %

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) and Acer Aspire 3 14 (A314). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

ultra-lightweight design

impressive battery life

robust security features

sharp display resolution

efficient performance

limited port selection

higher price point

no touchscreen option

average speaker quality

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 ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) and Acer Aspire 3 14 (A314)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
69 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) vs. Acer Aspire 3 14 (A314) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Acer Aspire 3 14 (A314)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.33 cm x 20.81 cm x 1.48 cm 32.83 cm x 21.75 cm x 1.89 cm
Weight 966.5 g 1.4 kg
Case Material Carbon fibre (top), magnesium alloy (bottom) Polycarbonate, ABS plastic
Colour Black paint Pure silver
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Acer Aspire 3 14 (A314)
Screen Size (Type) 13" - IPS 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 2160 x 1350 (2K) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 -
Image Brightness 450 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, Low Power Anti-glare, matte, ComfyView, Acer BluelightShield technology, 25 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Acer Aspire 3 14 (A314)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1240P / 1.7 GHz AMD Ryzen 3 7320U / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores 12-core Quad-Core
Cache 12 MB L3 - 4 MB
Platform Technology Intel Evo -
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Acer Aspire 3 14 (A314)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 5200 MHz -
Rated Speed 5200 MHz -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Acer Aspire 3 14 (A314)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD - Kingston
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Acer Aspire 3 14 (A314)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics AMD Radeon 610M
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) -
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - HD
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus Temporal Noise Reduction
Sound Four speakers, four microphones Stereo speakers, two microphones
Codec Realtek ALC3306 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Acer Aspire 3 14 (A314)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Single stream (1x1)
WWAN
Generation WWAN upgradable -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Acer Aspire 3 14 (A314)
Technology Lithium polymer -
Battery Capacity (Size) 49.5 Wh 40 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Acer Aspire 3 14 (A314)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Acer Aspire 3 14 (A314)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad Multi-gesture touch pad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Acer Aspire 3 14 (A314)
Interfaces 2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
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
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Acer Aspire 3 14 (A314)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 11 Home in S mode
Software Included Glance by Mirametrix, Intel Connectivity Performance Suite -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2 (21E8) Acer Aspire 3 14 (A314)
Included Accessories USB-C slim power adapter Power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader -
Security Slot Type Kensington nano 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, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, Firmware Resiliency 2.0, NVMe password, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration Administrator password, system password
Compliant Standards RoHS, TCG Certified -
SAR Value - 1.32 W/kg (body), 1.32 W/kg (head), 1.32 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% -
Manufacturer Warranty Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site
Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number - 23P
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