Lenovo ThinkPad X390 vs. Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311-31)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X390 and Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311-31). 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 X390 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X390 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

compact and portable

reliable performance

average display brightness

limited graphics capability

noisy under load

higher price point

Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311-31) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311-31) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

durable design

affordable price

long battery life

robust parental controls

decent connectivity options

mediocre display quality

limited storage capacity

basic performance level

no backlit keyboard

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X390 and Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311-31)
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
72 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X390 vs. Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311-31) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311-31)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.2 cm x 21.72 cm x 1.69 cm 29.5 cm x 21.5 cm x 2.09 cm
Weight 1.33 kg 1.4 kg
Colour - Shale black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311-31)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - TN 11.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% -
Features Anti-glare, 90° viewing angle Anti-glare, ComfyView, 10 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311-31)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8365U / 1.6 GHz Intel Celeron N4120 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 2.6 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Burst Technology
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311-31)
RAM 8 GB 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR4 SDRAM
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311-31)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD 64 GB eMMC - SanDisk
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311-31)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics 600
Memory Allocation Technology - Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium High Definition Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311-31)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wave 2, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 Intel Wireless-AC 9560 - M.2 2230
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311-31)
Technology Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) - 48 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 12 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311-31)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 45 Watt, 19 V
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311-31)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Multi-gesture touch pad, Acer FineTip keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311-31)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN (on supplied cable)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311-31)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro (Microsoft Authorized Refurbisher (MAR)) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition National Academic
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311-31)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories - Power adapter
Security - Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
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
Compliant Standards ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001 -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number - C5KC
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