Lenovo ThinkPad X380 Yoga vs. Acer TravelMate Spin B3 (TMB311RN)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X380 Yoga and Acer TravelMate Spin B3 (TMB311RN). 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 X380 Yoga Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X380 Yoga based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

flexible 2-in-1 design

responsive touch screen

excellent keyboard comfort

good battery life

heavier than competitors

limited graphics performance

noisy under load

moderate storage options

Acer TravelMate Spin B3 (TMB311RN) Review

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

durable design

affordable price

360-degree hinge flexibility

good battery life

solid educational features

mediocre display quality

limited storage capacity

average performance

heavier build

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X380 Yoga and Acer TravelMate Spin B3 (TMB311RN)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
75 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X380 Yoga vs. Acer TravelMate Spin B3 (TMB311RN) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X380 Yoga Acer TravelMate Spin B3 (TMB311RN)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.35 cm x 22.22 cm x 1.82 cm 29.5 cm x 21.2 cm x 2.095 cm
Weight 1.43 kg 1.49 kg
Case Material Carbon fibre -
Colour - Shale black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X380 Yoga Acer TravelMate Spin B3 (TMB311RN)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 11.6" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² -
Features Anti-reflective, anti-smudge -
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X380 Yoga Acer TravelMate Spin B3 (TMB311RN)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8350U / 1.7 GHz Intel Pentium Silver N5030 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.6 GHz 3.1 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 ThinkPad X380 Yoga Acer TravelMate Spin B3 (TMB311RN)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (1 x 4 GB)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X380 Yoga Acer TravelMate Spin B3 (TMB311RN)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD 128 GB SSD PCIe
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X380 Yoga Acer TravelMate Spin B3 (TMB311RN)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics 605
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Camera Features - Privacy shutter
Video Resolutions - 1280 x 720
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Codec CX11771 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X380 Yoga Acer TravelMate Spin B3 (TMB311RN)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card -
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter -
WWAN
Generation WWAN upgradable -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X380 Yoga Acer TravelMate Spin B3 (TMB311RN)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 51 Wh 48 Wh
Battery Life Up to 13.6 hours Up to 12 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X380 Yoga Acer TravelMate Spin B3 (TMB311RN)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V
Output 65 Watt, 20 V 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X380 Yoga Acer TravelMate Spin B3 (TMB311RN)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad Multi-gesture touch pad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X380 Yoga Acer TravelMate Spin B3 (TMB311RN)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
HDMI
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (DC-In combo)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN (RJ-45)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSDXC UHS) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X380 Yoga Acer TravelMate Spin B3 (TMB311RN)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro Education 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X380 Yoga Acer TravelMate Spin B3 (TMB311RN)
Included Accessories Power adapter, ThinkPad Pen Pro Power adapter, active stylus, 3-cell Li-Ion 48Wh battery
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor, 3-axis gyro sensor, digital compass, 3-axis magnetometer, 3-axis accelerometer -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
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, MIL-STD-810G tested Administrator password, system password
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, RoHS, ISO 27001 -
SAR Value - 0.82 W/kg (body), 0.82 W/kg (limb), 0.82 W/kg (head)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year
Model Number - 31
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