Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) vs. Acer TravelMate B3 Spin 11 (TMB311RN)

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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG)
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG)

Our Rating: 85 %

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) and Acer TravelMate B3 Spin 11 (TMB311RN). 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 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

flexible 2-in-1 design

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

vivid display colors

higher price point

limited storage capacity

no dedicated GPU

moderate speaker quality

Acer TravelMate B3 Spin 11 (TMB311RN) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer TravelMate B3 Spin 11 (TMB311RN) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

durable design

affordable price

360-degree hinge flexibility

decent battery life

touchscreen functionality

mediocre display quality

limited storage capacity

average processor performance

heavy for size

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Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) and Acer TravelMate B3 Spin 11 (TMB311RN)
85 % - Design
82 % - Display
78 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
73 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) vs. Acer TravelMate B3 Spin 11 (TMB311RN) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) Acer TravelMate B3 Spin 11 (TMB311RN)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.3 cm x 21.8 cm x 1.55 cm 29.08 cm x 21.145 cm x 2.075 cm
Weight 1.36 kg 1.5 kg
Case Material Aluminum, magnesium alloy -
Colour Iron grey Shale black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) Acer TravelMate B3 Spin 11 (TMB311RN)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 11.6" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% 52% NTSC
Features Anti-reflective, anti-smudge, 170° viewing angle, Low Power Glare, Corning Gorilla glass 3, Acer BluelightShield technology, 25 ms response rate
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) Acer TravelMate B3 Spin 11 (TMB311RN)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz Intel N-series N200
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 3.7 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB L3 - 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) Acer TravelMate B3 Spin 11 (TMB311RN)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz -
Rated Speed 2133 MHz -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) Acer TravelMate B3 Spin 11 (TMB311RN)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Samsung 128 GB eMMC - Kingston
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) Acer TravelMate B3 Spin 11 (TMB311RN)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera - Yes - HD
Camera Features - HDR (High Dynamic Range), privacy shutter, Temporal Noise Reduction
Sound Stereo speakers, quad array microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Codec Realtek ALC1012L -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) Acer TravelMate B3 Spin 11 (TMB311RN)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 - M.2 Card Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - M.2 2230 (CNVi)
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation 4G -
Technology LTE Advanced -
Controller FIBOCOM L850-GL - M.2 Card -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) Acer TravelMate B3 Spin 11 (TMB311RN)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion -
Battery Capacity (Size) 51 Wh 50 Wh
Battery Life Up to 18.1 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) Acer TravelMate B3 Spin 11 (TMB311RN)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V, 3 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) Acer TravelMate B3 Spin 11 (TMB311RN)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad Multi-gesture touch pad, spill-resistant, precision touchpad, mechanically anchored keys, OceanGlass touchpad, serviceable keyboard design
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) Acer TravelMate B3 Spin 11 (TMB311RN)
Slots 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) -
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN (on supplied cable)
Dock
HDMI
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (DC-In combo, Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) Acer TravelMate B3 Spin 11 (TMB311RN)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Pro Education
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (4th Gen) (20QG) Acer TravelMate B3 Spin 11 (TMB311RN)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories ThinkPad Pen Pro, USB-C power adapter, ThinkPad Ethernet Extension Cable Gen 2 Active stylus, USB-C power adapter
Integrated Options 3-axis gyro sensor, 3-axis accelerometer -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader -
Security Slot Type Kensington mini 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, MIL-STD-810H tested
Navigation Receiver GPS -
Compliant Standards RoHS -
SAR Value 1.571 W/kg (body), 1.571 W/kg (limb) 1.14 W/kg (body), 1.14 W/kg (head), 1.14 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number - 33
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