Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Yoga (20NN) vs. Acer TravelMate Spin B3 (TMB311RN)

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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 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 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 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 X390 Yoga (20NN) and Acer TravelMate Spin B3 (TMB311RN)
85 % - Design
78 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
75 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Yoga (20NN) vs. Acer TravelMate Spin B3 (TMB311RN) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Yoga (20NN) Acer TravelMate Spin B3 (TMB311RN)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.04 cm x 21.9 cm x 1.595 cm 29.5 cm x 21.2 cm x 2.095 cm
Weight 1.29 kg 1.49 kg
Case Material Carbon fibre -
Colour Black Shale black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Yoga (20NN) 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 -
Colour Gamut 72% -
Features Glossy, anti-reflective, anti-smudge, 170° viewing angle -
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Yoga (20NN) Acer TravelMate Spin B3 (TMB311RN)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz Intel Pentium Silver N5030 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 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 X390 Yoga (20NN) Acer TravelMate Spin B3 (TMB311RN)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (1 x 4 GB)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Yoga (20NN) Acer TravelMate Spin B3 (TMB311RN)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD PCIe
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Yoga (20NN) Acer TravelMate Spin B3 (TMB311RN)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics 605
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Camera Features IR camera, ThinkShutter camera privacy Privacy shutter
Video Resolutions - 1280 x 720
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 TravelMate Spin B3 (TMB311RN)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 -
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter -
WWAN
Generation 4G -
Technology LTE -
Controller FIBOCOM L830-EB - M.2 Card -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Yoga (20NN) Acer TravelMate Spin B3 (TMB311RN)
Technology Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 50 Wh 48 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14.5 hours Up to 12 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Yoga (20NN) Acer TravelMate Spin B3 (TMB311RN)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Yoga (20NN) Acer TravelMate Spin B3 (TMB311RN)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Multi-gesture touch pad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Yoga (20NN) Acer TravelMate Spin B3 (TMB311RN)
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 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 (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Yoga (20NN) Acer TravelMate Spin B3 (TMB311RN)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Pro Education 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X390 Yoga (20NN) Acer TravelMate Spin B3 (TMB311RN)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories ThinkPad Pen Pro, USB-C power adapter Power adapter, active stylus, 3-cell Li-Ion 48Wh battery
Integrated Options 3-axis gyro sensor, 3-axis accelerometer -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 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, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested Administrator password, system password
Compliant Standards RoHS -
SAR Value 1.696 W/kg (body), 1.696 W/kg (limb) 0.82 W/kg (body), 0.82 W/kg (limb), 0.82 W/kg (head)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
Limited warranty - 1 year
Model Number - 31
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