Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

affordable price point

long battery life

educational software included

decent connectivity options

mediocre display resolution

limited storage capacity

basic processor performance

average graphics capability

Lenovo IdeaPad 1 11IGL05 (81VT) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 1 11IGL05 (81VT) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

compact design

lightweight for portability

decent battery life

includes multiple ports

modest processing power

limited storage capacity

basic display quality

no backlit keyboard

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311) and Lenovo IdeaPad 1 11IGL05 (81VT)
75 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
69 % - Design
64 % - Display
45 % - Performance
64 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 1 11IGL05 (81VT) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 11IGL05 (81VT)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.5 cm x 21.5 cm x 2.09 cm 28.8 cm x 20 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 1.4 kg 1.2 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Shale black Ice blue | Platinum grey
DISPLAY Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 11IGL05 (81VT)
Screen Size (Type) 11.6" - TN 11.6" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, matte, ComfyView, Acer BluelightShield technology, 10 ms response rate Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 11IGL05 (81VT)
CPU Intel Celeron N4120 / 1.1 GHz Intel Celeron N4020 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.6 GHz 2.8 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 4 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features Intel Burst Technology Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 11IGL05 (81VT)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2400 MHz
Rated Speed - 2400 MHz
STORAGE Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 11IGL05 (81VT)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB eMMC - Kingston 64 GB eMMC - eMMC 5.1
AUDIO & VIDEO Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 11IGL05 (81VT)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 600 Intel UHD Graphics 600
Max Monitors Supported - 1 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - HD Yes
Resolution - 0.3 Megapixel
Camera Features Privacy shutter -
Video Resolutions 1280 x 720 -
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 11IGL05 (81VT)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 - M.2 2230 (CNVi) M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 11IGL05 (81VT)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh 32 Wh
Battery Life Up to 12 hours Up to 8 hours
AC ADAPTER Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 11IGL05 (81VT)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V 45 Watt
INPUT Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 11IGL05 (81VT)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Features Multi-gesture touch pad, precision touchpad, mechanically anchored keys Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 11IGL05 (81VT)
Interfaces HDMI
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN (RJ-45)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (DC-In combo, Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 11IGL05 (81VT)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition National Academic Windows 10 Home in S mode - English
Software Included Acer ProShield Security Manager Microsoft 365 Personal
MISCELLANEOUS Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311) Lenovo IdeaPad 1 11IGL05 (81VT)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter, 3-cell Li-Ion 48Wh battery Power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM) solution Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, system password Administrator password, power-on password
Compliant Standards MIL-STD 810G RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value 0.82 W/kg (body), 0.82 W/kg (limb), 0.82 W/kg (head) 0.023 W/kg (body), 0.023 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
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
Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number 31 -
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