Acer Spin 5 (SP514) vs. ASUS BR1100F (CDXA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Acer Spin 5 (SP514)
Acer Spin 5 (SP514)

Our Rating: 85 %

ASUS BR1100F (CDXA)
ASUS BR1100F (CDXA)

Our Rating: 72 %

In depth comparison and review of Acer Spin 5 (SP514) and ASUS BR1100F (CDXA). 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.

Acer Spin 5 (SP514) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Spin 5 (SP514) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile 360-degree hinge

sharp 2K display

responsive touchscreen

lightweight design

decent battery life

limited storage capacity

average graphics performance

no HDMI port

higher price point

ASUS BR1100F (CDXA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS BR1100F (CDXA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

rugged durability

touchscreen versatility

affordable pricing

360-degree hinge

decent battery life

modest performance

low-resolution screen

limited storage capacity

heavy design

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Acer Spin 5 (SP514) and ASUS BR1100F (CDXA)
82 % - Design
86 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
69 % - Design
65 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Acer Spin 5 (SP514) vs. ASUS BR1100F (CDXA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Acer Spin 5 (SP514) ASUS BR1100F (CDXA)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.12 cm x 21.82 cm x 1.69 cm 29.46 cm x 20.49 cm x 2 cm
Weight 1.3 kg 1.4 kg
Case Material Magnesium-aluminum alloy -
Colour Concrete grey Dark grey
DISPLAY Acer Spin 5 (SP514) ASUS BR1100F (CDXA)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 11.6"
Touchscreen Yes (multi-touch) Yes (multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA) 1366 x 768 (HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:9
Image Brightness 420 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 50% NTSC
Features Glare, CineCrystal, Corning Gorilla glass 3, Acer BluelightShield technology, 30 ms response rate Glossy, Wide Viewing Angle, 63% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Acer Spin 5 (SP514) ASUS BR1100F (CDXA)
CPU Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1260P / 2.1 GHz Intel Celeron N4500 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 2.8 GHz
Number of Cores 12-core Dual-Core
Cache 18 MB 4 MB
Platform Technology Intel Evo -
Features Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Acer Spin 5 (SP514) ASUS BR1100F (CDXA)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
STORAGE Acer Spin 5 (SP514) ASUS BR1100F (CDXA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1.024 TB SSD M.2 2280 - Micron 128 GB eMMC
AUDIO & VIDEO Acer Spin 5 (SP514) ASUS BR1100F (CDXA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Video System Features Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) -
Camera Yes - Full HD Yes - 720p
Resolution - 13 Megapixel (rear)
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, World Facing Camera
Video Resolutions 1920 x 1080 -
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Speaker, array microphone
Audio Features - Output: ASUS SonicMaster; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS Acer Spin 5 (SP514) ASUS BR1100F (CDXA)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675i - M.2 2230 (CNVi) -
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Acer Spin 5 (SP514) ASUS BR1100F (CDXA)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 56 Wh 42 Wh
Battery Life Up to 15 hours -
AC ADAPTER Acer Spin 5 (SP514) ASUS BR1100F (CDXA)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT Acer Spin 5 (SP514) ASUS BR1100F (CDXA)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Multi-gesture touch pad, precision touchpad Spill-resistant, chiclet keyboard, 1.35mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Acer Spin 5 (SP514) ASUS BR1100F (CDXA)
Interfaces HDMI
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (with power off charging)
USB 3.2 Gen 2
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
USB 2.0
HDMI
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (Power Delivery)
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Acer Spin 5 (SP514) ASUS BR1100F (CDXA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Pro Education
Software Included - MyASUS, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Acer Spin 5 (SP514) ASUS BR1100F (CDXA)
Included Accessories Active stylus, USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Noble Wedge security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Project Athena certified Tamper-resistant, rubber bumper, MIL-STD-810H tested, Computrace ready from BIOS, ASUS Antibacterial Guard
Compliant Standards HDCP TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution)
SAR Value 1.14 W/kg (body), 1.14 W/kg (head), 1.14 W/kg (limb) -
Repairability Index - 5.8 (out of 10)
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number 51N 3Y
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