ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA) vs. Acer TravelMate B1 (TMB114-21)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA) and Acer TravelMate B1 (TMB114-21). 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.

ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact lightweight design

affordable price point

solid state drive included

decent processor performance

full hd display

average battery life

limited graphics capability

no backlit keyboard

fewer connectivity options

Acer TravelMate B1 (TMB114-21) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer TravelMate B1 (TMB114-21) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

durable build quality

affordable price point

efficient battery life

compact and portable

solid state drive storage

mediocre display quality

limited graphics performance

basic processor speed

fewer connectivity options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA) and Acer TravelMate B1 (TMB114-21)
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
75 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
73 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA) vs. Acer TravelMate B1 (TMB114-21) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA) Acer TravelMate B1 (TMB114-21)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.2 cm x 21.2 cm x 1.99 cm 35 cm x 25.3 cm x 2.007 cm
Weight 1.5 kg 1.68 kg
Colour Slate grey Black
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA) Acer TravelMate B1 (TMB114-21)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 14" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 200 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, NanoEdge display Anti-glare, ComfyView
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA) Acer TravelMate B1 (TMB114-21)
CPU Intel Core i3 (7th Gen) 7020U / 2.3 GHz AMD A6 9220C / 1.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 2.7 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 3 MB L2 - 1 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA) Acer TravelMate B1 (TMB114-21)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (1 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported 12 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA) Acer TravelMate B1 (TMB114-21)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 SATA 6Gb/s 64 GB eMMC - SanDisk
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA) Acer TravelMate B1 (TMB114-21)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 620 AMD Radeon R5
Memory Allocation Technology - Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Camera Yes - HD Yes - HD
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA) Acer TravelMate B1 (TMB114-21)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller - Atheros QCA9377A - M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Wake-on-LAN (WOL)
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA) Acer TravelMate B1 (TMB114-21)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 37 Wh 51 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 10 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA) Acer TravelMate B1 (TMB114-21)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 45 Watt, 19 V
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA) Acer TravelMate B1 (TMB114-21)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Features Chiclet keyboard Multi-gesture touch pad, Acer FineTip keyboard, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA) Acer TravelMate B1 (TMB114-21)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
2 x USB 2.0
USB 3.0 (with power off charging)
HDMI
VGA
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA) Acer TravelMate B1 (TMB114-21)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 in S mode 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 14 (X412UA) Acer TravelMate B1 (TMB114-21)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features ASUS Battery Health charging technology MU-MIMO technology, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards UL, BSMI, CB, CCC, FCC -
SAR Value 0.306 W/kg (body), 0.306 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
Traveller warranty - 1 year
Model Number EK038T 65R0
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