Microsoft Surface vs. Acer TravelMate P6 14 (TMP614-53)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Microsoft Surface and Acer TravelMate P6 14 (TMP614-53). 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.

Microsoft Surface Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Microsoft Surface based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile form factor

high-resolution touchscreen

lightweight design

solid build quality

good battery life

higher price range

limited port selection

moderate storage options

average graphics performance

Acer TravelMate P6 14 (TMP614-53) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer TravelMate P6 14 (TMP614-53) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

robust security features

fast charging support

high-resolution display

efficient multitasking capabilities

average battery life

limited graphics performance

noisy under load

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Microsoft Surface and Acer TravelMate P6 14 (TMP614-53)
86 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Surface vs. Acer TravelMate P6 14 (TMP614-53) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Acer TravelMate P6 14 (TMP614-53)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 27.8 cm x 20.6 cm x 1.57 cm 31.34 cm x 22.65 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 1.13 kg 1.1 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate, anodised aluminium Magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour Platinum Galaxy black
DISPLAY Microsoft Surface Acer TravelMate P6 14 (TMP614-53)
Screen Size (Type) 12.4" 14" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
Screen Resolution 1536 x 1024 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Pixel Density (ppi) 148 -
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 16:10
Image Brightness - 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Features Corning Gorilla glass 3, Color Calibrated, PixelSense, sRGB Mode, enhanced colour Anti-glare, matte, ComfyView, Acer BluelightShield technology, 30 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display, Low Power
PROCESSOR Microsoft Surface Acer TravelMate P6 14 (TMP614-53)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 1355U / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core 10-core
Cache 12 MB L3 - 12 MB
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Microsoft Surface Acer TravelMate P6 14 (TMP614-53)
RAM 8 GB 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
STORAGE Microsoft Surface Acer TravelMate P6 14 (TMP614-53)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 - Micron
AUDIO & VIDEO Microsoft Surface Acer TravelMate P6 14 (TMP614-53)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - Full HD
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, Temporal Noise Reduction
Sound Stereo speakers, dual far-field studio microphones Stereo speakers, two microphones
Compliant Standards Dolby Audio Premium DTS Sound
Audio Features Output: Omnisonic speakers Input: AI noise reduction
COMMUNICATIONS Microsoft Surface Acer TravelMate P6 14 (TMP614-53)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Network Interface - Ethernet
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Microsoft Surface Acer TravelMate P6 14 (TMP614-53)
Battery Capacity (Size) 41 Wh 65 Wh
Battery Life Up to 15 hours -
AC ADAPTER Microsoft Surface Acer TravelMate P6 14 (TMP614-53)
Output 39 Watt 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT Microsoft Surface Acer TravelMate P6 14 (TMP614-53)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Precision touchpad Multi-gesture touch pad, precision touchpad, Corning Gorilla Glass touchpad, 1.55mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Microsoft Surface Acer TravelMate P6 14 (TMP614-53)
Interfaces USB-C 3.2/DisplayPort
USB 3.1
Headphone output (mini-phone 3.5 mm)
SurfaceConnect
HDMI
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN (on supplied adapter)
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Microsoft Surface Acer TravelMate P6 14 (TMP614-53)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro Windows 11 Pro
Software Included Microsoft 365 Business Standard, Business Premium or Microsoft 365 Apps (30 days trial), Microsoft 365 Apps (requires licence or subscription) -
MISCELLANEOUS Microsoft Surface Acer TravelMate P6 14 (TMP614-53)
- 100 % - plastic-free
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter, USB-C to LAN adapter
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor Proximity sensor, RGB sensor, Time of Flight (ToF)
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Fast charging Administrator password, system password, Acer Purified.Voice technology, Acer Dust Defender technology, MIL-STD-810H tested, Project Athena certified
Compliant Standards - 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)
Carbon Footprint - 340 kg carbon emissions
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number - TCO
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