In depth comparison and review of Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ). 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.
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) |
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| Product Type | Tablet - with detachable keyboard | Tablet - with detachable keyboard |
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| Dimensions (WxDxH) - tablet | 29.29 cm x 20.18 cm x 0.96 cm | 30.41 cm x 22.6 cm x 0.89 cm |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details | 29.29 cm x 20.18 cm x 0.96 cm / 920 g - tablet 29.29 cm x 20.18 cm x 1.2 cm / 1.27 kg - tablet with keyboard |
30.41 cm x 22.6 cm x 0.89 cm / 890 g - tablet 30.41 cm x 22.6 cm x 1.51 cm / 1.27 kg - tablet with keyboard |
| Weight | 920 g | 890 g |
| Case Material | Anodised aluminium | Aluminum, magnesium alloy |
| Colour | Grey | Black |
| DISPLAY | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) |
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| Screen Size (Type) | 12" - IPS | 13" - IPS |
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| Touchscreen | Yes (10-point multi-touch) | Yes (10-point multi-touch) |
| LCD Backlight Technology | LED backlight | LED backlight |
| Screen Resolution | 2160 x 1440 (Full HD Plus) | 3000 x 2000 (QHD+) |
| Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
| Image Aspect Ratio | 3:2 | 3:2 |
| Image Brightness | 350 cd/m² | 400 cd/m² |
| Windows Ink Capability | Yes | - |
| Features | Glare, CineCrystal, Mercury free, Wide Viewing Angle | Glossy, Corning Gorilla glass, WideView, anti-fingerprint |
| PROCESSOR | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) |
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| CPU | Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7200U / 2.5 GHz | Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8250U / 1.6 GHz |
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| Max Turbo Speed | 3.1 GHz | 3.4 GHz |
| Number of Cores | Dual-Core | Quad-Core |
| Cache | 3 MB | 6 MB |
| 64-bit Computing | Yes | Yes |
| Features | Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 | Integrated memory controller |
| MEMORY | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) |
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| RAM | 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) | 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) |
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| RAM Type | LPDDR3 SDRAM | LPDDR3 SDRAM |
| Speed | - | 1866 MHz |
| Rated Speed | - | 2133 MHz |
| STORAGE | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) |
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| Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 128 GB SSD - Kingston | 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung |
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| AUDIO & VIDEO | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) |
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| Graphics Processor (GPU) | Intel HD Graphics 620 | Intel UHD Graphics 620 |
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| Memory Allocation Technology | Shared Video Memory (UMA) | - |
| Camera | Yes - 2592 x 1944 (rear), 1600 x 1200 (front) | Yes |
| Resolution | 5 Megapixel (rear), 2 Megapixel (front) | 8 Megapixel (rear), 2 Megapixel (front) |
| Camera Features | Wide angle lens, 1080p Full HD movie recording, 720p HD movie recording, Windows Hello | IR camera, rear camera with auto focus, rear camera with flash |
| Video Resolutions | 720p, 1080p | - |
| Sound | Stereo speakers, microphone | Stereo speakers, two microphones |
| Codec | - | Realtek ALC3278 |
| COMMUNICATIONS | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) |
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| Wireless | Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 |
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| Wireless Controller | - | Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 - M.2 Card |
| WWAN |
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| Generation | - | 4G |
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| Technology | - | UMTS, HSPA, HSPA+, DC-HSPA+, LTE Advanced |
| Controller | - | Sierra Wireless EM7455 |
| BATTERY | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) |
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| Technology | 2-cell Lithium Ion | Lithium Ion |
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| Battery Capacity (Size) | 37 Wh | 42 Wh |
| Battery Life | Up to 10.5 hours | Up to 9.5 hours |
| AC ADAPTER | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) |
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| Input | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) |
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| Output | 45 Watt, 19 V | 65 Watt |
| INPUT | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) |
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| Type | Digitizer, touchpad, digital pen, detachable keyboard | Keyboard, digitizer, TrackPoint, digital pen, UltraNav |
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| Keyboard Backlight | Yes | Yes |
| Features | Volume control, multi-gesture touch pad, Acer FineTip keyboard, precision touchpad | Volume control, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad |
| CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) |
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| Slots | - | 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) |
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| Interfaces | USB-C Headphone/microphone combo jack USB 3.0 |
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (Power Delivery 3.0) Pogo keyboard connector Headphone/microphone combo jack |
| Memory Card Reader | Yes (microSD, microSDXC) | Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) |
| SOFTWARE | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) |
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| Operating System (OS) | Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition | Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition |
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| MISCELLANEOUS | Acer Switch 5 (SW512-52P) | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Tablet (3rd Gen) (20KJ) |
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| Dockable | - | Yes |
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| Included Accessories | Power adapter, keyboard, Acer Active Pen, USB-C to HDMI adapter | Keyboard, ThinkPad Pen Pro, USB-C power adapter, pen holder |
| Integrated Options | Ambient light sensor, digital compass, gyro sensor | Ambient light sensor, 3-axis gyro sensor, 3-axis accelerometer, 3-axis compass |
| Security | Fingerprint reader | Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader |
| Security Slot Type | - | Kensington mini security slot |
| Theft/Intrusion Protection | - | Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) |
| Features | Integrated stylus holder, LiquidLoop, auto-retracting kickstand | Reset switch, MIL-STD-810G tested |
| Navigation Receiver | - | GPS |
| Compliant Standards | - | RoHS, GREENGUARD, low halogen |
| SAR Value | - | 1.51 W/kg (body), 1.51 W/kg (limb) |
| Manufacturer Warranty | Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in International travellers warranty - 1 year |
Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - battery - 1 year |
| Model Number | 58ZQ | - |
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