Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Yoga (20NN) vs. Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 (A3SP14)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Yoga (20NN)
Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Yoga (20NN)

Our Rating: 78 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Yoga (20NN) and Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 (A3SP14). 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 X390 Yoga (20NN) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Yoga (20NN) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

flexible 2-in-1 design

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

good battery life

reliable performance

higher price point

limited graphics power

no 4K display option

modest storage capacity

Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 (A3SP14) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 (A3SP14) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

360-degree hinge versatility

lightweight design

decent battery life

full hd display

moderate storage capacity

average processor speed

no backlit keyboard

limited graphics performance

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Yoga (20NN) and Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 (A3SP14)
85 % - Design
78 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
76 % - Design
75 % - Display
60 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Yoga (20NN) vs. Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 (A3SP14) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Yoga (20NN) Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 (A3SP14)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.04 cm x 21.9 cm x 1.595 cm 31.88 cm x 22.79 cm x 1.89 cm
Weight 1.29 kg 1.5 kg
Case Material Carbon fibre Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Black Pure silver
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Yoga (20NN) Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 (A3SP14)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 14" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 200 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% 45% NTSC
Features Glossy, anti-reflective, anti-smudge, 170° viewing angle Matte, ComfyView, Corning Gorilla glass 3, Acer BluelightShield technology, 25 ms response rate, one glass metal mesh (OGM)
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Yoga (20NN) Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 (A3SP14)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz Intel N-series N100
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 3.4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB L3 - 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Yoga (20NN) Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 (A3SP14)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Yoga (20NN) Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 (A3SP14)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD - 3D Triple-level Cell (TLC) - Apacer
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Yoga (20NN) Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 (A3SP14)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Camera Features IR camera, ThinkShutter camera privacy Temporal Noise Reduction
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Yoga (20NN) Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 (A3SP14)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 -
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter Single stream (1x1)
WWAN
Generation 4G -
Technology LTE -
Controller FIBOCOM L830-EB - M.2 Card -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Yoga (20NN) Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 (A3SP14)
Technology Lithium Ion -
Battery Capacity (Size) 50 Wh 40 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14.5 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Yoga (20NN) Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 (A3SP14)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Yoga (20NN) Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 (A3SP14)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Yoga (20NN) Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 (A3SP14)
Slots 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) -
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
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
HDMI
USB-C (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (DC-In combo, Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB 3.2 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Yoga (20NN) Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 (A3SP14)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 11 Home in S mode
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Yoga (20NN) Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 (A3SP14)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories ThinkPad Pen Pro, USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options 3-axis gyro sensor, 3-axis accelerometer -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader -
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, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested Administrator password, system password, Acer Purified.Voice technology
Compliant Standards RoHS -
SAR Value 1.696 W/kg (body), 1.696 W/kg (limb) 1.321 W/kg (head), 1.321 W/kg (body), 1.321 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) - 1.321 W/kg (body)
1.321 W/kg (head)
1.321 W/kg (limb)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number - 31PT
Other Comparisons with Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Yoga (20NN)
Other Comparisons with Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 (A3SP14)
Other Popular Laptop Comparisons
Other projects: