Acer ConceptD 5 Pro (CN516) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer ConceptD 5 Pro (CN516) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful graphics performance

color-accurate 4k display

sleek, minimalist design

ample connectivity options

efficient thermal management

heavier than competitors

premium price point

average battery life

limited upgradeability

Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust aluminum design

responsive fingerprint reader

decent battery life

affordable business laptop

solid processor performance

average display quality

no thunderbolt support

limited upgrade options

mediocre speaker output

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Acer ConceptD 5 Pro (CN516) and Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14)
85 % - Design
86 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Acer ConceptD 5 Pro (CN516) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Acer ConceptD 5 Pro (CN516) Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.85 cm x 26.24 cm x 1.99 cm 32.6 cm x 23 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 2.45 kg 1.5 kg
Case Material Anodised aluminium Aluminum
Colour The black Mineral grey
DISPLAY Acer ConceptD 5 Pro (CN516) Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14)
Screen Size (Type) 16" - IPS 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 3072 x 1920 (WQXGA+) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:9
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% DCI-P3 -
Features Anti-glare, ComfyView, 30 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display, Delta E<2 calibration Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Acer ConceptD 5 Pro (CN516) Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14)
CPU Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 11800H Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10210U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core Quad-Core
Cache 24 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Chipset Intel HM570 -
Features Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Acer ConceptD 5 Pro (CN516) Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 24 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE Acer ConceptD 5 Pro (CN516) Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - Self-Encrypting Drive - Samsung 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Acer ConceptD 5 Pro (CN516) Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA RTX A5000 Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 16 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Camera Features 66 degrees ThinkShutter camera privacy
Video Resolutions 1280 x 720 -
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Acer ConceptD 5 Pro (CN516) Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650i - M.2 2230 (CNVi) M.2 Card
Network Interface 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY Acer ConceptD 5 Pro (CN516) Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 99 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life Up to 11 hours Up to 9 hours
AC ADAPTER Acer ConceptD 5 Pro (CN516) Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 230 Watt, 19.5 V, 11.8 A 65 Watt
INPUT Acer ConceptD 5 Pro (CN516) Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-gesture touch pad, Corning Gorilla Glass touchpad, silent keys Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Acer ConceptD 5 Pro (CN516) Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14)
Interfaces HDMI
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (with power off charging)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Acer ConceptD 5 Pro (CN516) Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Acer ConceptD 5 Pro (CN516) Lenovo ThinkBook 14-IML (Lenovo ThinkBook 14)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, 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 5th Gen AeroBlade 3D fan technology Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value - 0.49 W/kg (body), 0.49 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Silver
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number 72P IML 20RV
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