Acer Spin 5 (SP514) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Acer Spin 5 (SP514) and Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG). 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

Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile 2-in-1 design

sharp full-hd display

solid build quality

responsive touch screen

good keyboard comfort

average battery life

limited port selection

moderate graphics performance

heavier than competitors

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Acer Spin 5 (SP514) and Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG)
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Laptop Specifications Comparison

Acer Spin 5 (SP514) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Acer Spin 5 (SP514) Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.12 cm x 21.82 cm x 1.69 cm 32 cm x 21.6 cm x 1.69 cm
Weight 1.3 kg 1.5 kg
Case Material Magnesium-aluminum alloy Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour Concrete grey Dual tone mineral grey
DISPLAY Acer Spin 5 (SP514) Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 14" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:9
Image Brightness 420 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% sRGB
Features Glare, CineCrystal, Corning Gorilla glass 3, Acer BluelightShield technology, 30 ms response rate Glossy, Corning Gorilla glass, anti-glare, Direct Bonding technology, anti-fingerprint, capacitive touch screen, 170° viewing angle, one glass metal mesh (OGM), Dolby Vision
PROCESSOR Acer Spin 5 (SP514) Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG)
CPU Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1260P / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores 12-core 10-core
Cache 18 MB 12 MB
Platform Technology Intel Evo -
Features Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Acer Spin 5 (SP514) Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 16 GB
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 3200 MHz
Rated Speed - 3200 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Acer Spin 5 (SP514) Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1.024 TB SSD M.2 2280 - Micron 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Acer Spin 5 (SP514) Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
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 - 1080p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Video Resolutions 1920 x 1080 -
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Input: noise-cancellation technology
COMMUNICATIONS Acer Spin 5 (SP514) Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675i - M.2 2230 (CNVi) M.2 Card
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Acer Spin 5 (SP514) Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 56 Wh 60 Wh
Battery Life Up to 15 hours Up to 15.8 hours
Battery Run Time - Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 15.8 hours
AC ADAPTER Acer Spin 5 (SP514) Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V 65 Watt
INPUT Acer Spin 5 (SP514) Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-gesture touch pad, precision touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Acer Spin 5 (SP514) Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (1 free)
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 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Acer Spin 5 (SP514) Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Pro - German
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Acer Spin 5 (SP514) Lenovo ThinkBook 14s Yoga G3 IRU (21JG)
Included Accessories Active stylus, USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter, ThinkBook Yoga Integrated Smart Pen
Security Fingerprint reader Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Noble Wedge security slot Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Project Athena certified Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards HDCP RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution)
SAR Value 1.14 W/kg (body), 1.14 W/kg (head), 1.14 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Base warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site - response time: next business day
Model Number 51N -
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