Acer Spin 5 (SP514) vs. ASUS Zenbook 14 Flip OLED (UP5401ZA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Acer Spin 5 (SP514) and ASUS Zenbook 14 Flip OLED (UP5401ZA). 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 Zenbook 14 Flip OLED (UP5401ZA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS Zenbook 14 Flip OLED (UP5401ZA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

vibrant oled display

360-degree hinge versatility

lightweight and portable

responsive touchscreen

good battery life

limited port selection

average graphics performance

higher price point

no dedicated gpu

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Acer Spin 5 (SP514) and ASUS Zenbook 14 Flip OLED (UP5401ZA)
82 % - Design
86 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
82 % - Design
87 % - Display
80 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Acer Spin 5 (SP514) vs. ASUS Zenbook 14 Flip OLED (UP5401ZA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Acer Spin 5 (SP514) ASUS Zenbook 14 Flip OLED (UP5401ZA)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.12 cm x 21.82 cm x 1.69 cm 31.1 cm x 22.3 cm x 1.59 cm
Weight 1.3 kg 1.4 kg
Case Material Magnesium-aluminum alloy -
Colour Concrete grey Pine grey
DISPLAY Acer Spin 5 (SP514) ASUS Zenbook 14 Flip OLED (UP5401ZA)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 14" OLED
Touchscreen Yes (multi-touch) Yes
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA) 2880 x 1800 (2.8K)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 90 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 420 cd/m² 550 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% DCI-P3
Colour Support - 1.07 billion colours
Features Glare, CineCrystal, Corning Gorilla glass 3, Acer BluelightShield technology, 30 ms response rate Flicker Free technology, Low Blue Light technology, Pantone Validated, HDR 500 True Black, 88% screen-to-body ratio, 0.2 ms response rate
PROCESSOR Acer Spin 5 (SP514) ASUS Zenbook 14 Flip OLED (UP5401ZA)
CPU Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1260P / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 12500H / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores 12-core 12-core
Cache 18 MB L3 - 18 MB
Platform Technology Intel Evo -
Features Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Acer Spin 5 (SP514) ASUS Zenbook 14 Flip OLED (UP5401ZA)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
STORAGE Acer Spin 5 (SP514) ASUS Zenbook 14 Flip OLED (UP5401ZA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1.024 TB SSD M.2 2280 - Micron 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Acer Spin 5 (SP514) ASUS Zenbook 14 Flip OLED (UP5401ZA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video System Features Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - Full HD Yes - 720p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter
Video Resolutions 1920 x 1080 -
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards - Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Output: Smart Amp
COMMUNICATIONS Acer Spin 5 (SP514) ASUS Zenbook 14 Flip OLED (UP5401ZA)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675i - M.2 2230 (CNVi) -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Acer Spin 5 (SP514) ASUS Zenbook 14 Flip OLED (UP5401ZA)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 56 Wh 63 Wh
Battery Life Up to 15 hours -
AC ADAPTER Acer Spin 5 (SP514) ASUS Zenbook 14 Flip OLED (UP5401ZA)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V 100 Watt, 20 V, 5 A
INPUT Acer Spin 5 (SP514) ASUS Zenbook 14 Flip OLED (UP5401ZA)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen Keyboard, NumberPad 2.0
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-gesture touch pad, precision touchpad Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Acer Spin 5 (SP514) ASUS Zenbook 14 Flip OLED (UP5401ZA)
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
USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x Thunderbolt 4 (Power Delivery)
HDMI 2.1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Acer Spin 5 (SP514) ASUS Zenbook 14 Flip OLED (UP5401ZA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home
Software Included - Microsoft Office (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Acer Spin 5 (SP514) ASUS Zenbook 14 Flip OLED (UP5401ZA)
Included Accessories Active stylus, USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Noble Wedge security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Project Athena certified ASUS IceCool design, ErgoLift, BIOS protection, Cortana support
Compliant Standards HDCP RoHS, REACH, TUV Rheinland Flicker Free Certification, SGS Eye Care Display Certification, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution)
SAR Value 1.14 W/kg (body), 1.14 W/kg (head), 1.14 W/kg (limb) -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number 51N KN056W
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