LG gram Ultra-Lightweight LG gram Ultra (Lightweight 15Z990) vs. Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of LG gram Ultra-Lightweight LG gram Ultra (Lightweight 15Z990) and Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31). 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.

LG gram Ultra-Lightweight LG gram Ultra (Lightweight 15Z990) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of LG gram Ultra-Lightweight LG gram Ultra (Lightweight 15Z990) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

exceptionally lightweight design

impressive battery life

crisp full HD display

solid state drive storage

robust build quality

average graphics performance

limited port selection

higher price point

no dedicated GPU

Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

efficient performance

comfortable keyboard

adequate connectivity options

competitive pricing

average display quality

limited graphics capability

modest storage capacity

no touchscreen option

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between LG gram Ultra-Lightweight LG gram Ultra (Lightweight 15Z990) and Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
82 % - Design
86 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
74 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

LG gram Ultra-Lightweight LG gram Ultra (Lightweight 15Z990) vs. Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS LG gram Ultra-Lightweight LG gram Ultra (Lightweight 15Z990) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.8 cm x 22.8 cm x 1.68 cm 32.95 cm x 23.18 cm x 2.44 cm
Weight 1.099 kg 1.65 kg
Colour White Shale black
DISPLAY LG gram Ultra-Lightweight LG gram Ultra (Lightweight 15Z990) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 14" - IPS
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 - 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 96% sRGB 45% NTSC
Features - Anti-glare, matte, ComfyView, 25 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display
PROCESSOR LG gram Ultra-Lightweight LG gram Ultra (Lightweight 15Z990) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8565U / 1.8 GHz Intel N-series N200
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 3.7 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 8 MB L3 - 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 -
MEMORY LG gram Ultra-Lightweight LG gram Ultra (Lightweight 15Z990) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
RAM 16 GB 8 GB
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
STORAGE LG gram Ultra-Lightweight LG gram Ultra (Lightweight 15Z990) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD 128 GB SSD - Kingston
AUDIO & VIDEO LG gram Ultra-Lightweight LG gram Ultra (Lightweight 15Z990) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - HD Yes - HD
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, Temporal Noise Reduction
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, two microphones
Compliant Standards DTS Headphone:X -
COMMUNICATIONS LG gram Ultra-Lightweight LG gram Ultra (Lightweight 15Z990) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
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 Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - M.2 2230 (CNVi)
Network Interface 10/100 Ethernet -
Features Miracast, dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO
BATTERY LG gram Ultra-Lightweight LG gram Ultra (Lightweight 15Z990) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion -
Battery Capacity (Size) 72 Wh 50 Wh
Battery Life Up to 21.5 hours -
AC ADAPTER LG gram Ultra-Lightweight LG gram Ultra (Lightweight 15Z990) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 48 Watt 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT LG gram Ultra-Lightweight LG gram Ultra (Lightweight 15Z990) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Scrolling, gesture function, precision touchpad Precision touchpad, mechanically anchored keys
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS LG gram Ultra-Lightweight LG gram Ultra (Lightweight 15Z990) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Slots 2 x SSD (1 free) -
Interfaces HDMI
USB-C 3.1 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
3 x USB 3.1
Headphone output
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) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE LG gram Ultra-Lightweight LG gram Ultra (Lightweight 15Z990) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition National Academic (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro National Academic) + Windows 11 Pro National Academic Licence
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial), LG Easy Guide, LG Control Center, LG Update Center, LG On Screen Display 3, LG Reader Mode -
MISCELLANEOUS LG gram Ultra-Lightweight LG gram Ultra (Lightweight 15Z990) Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Fingerprint 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 Dust-resistant, shock-resistant, pressure-resistant, vibration-resistant -
Compliant Standards MIL-STD 810G MIL-STD 810F, MIL-STD 810H, TCO Certified 9.0
SAR Value - 1.14 W/kg (body), 1.14 W/kg (head), 1.14 W/kg (limb)
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) - 1.14 W/kg (head)
1.14 W/kg (body)
1.14 W/kg (limb)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number V.AA78A1 TCO
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