ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) vs. Acer TravelMate P6 (TMP648-G2)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) and Acer TravelMate P6 (TMP648-G2). 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 17 (M712DA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

large screen size

affordable price point

comfortable keyboard layout

decent processor performance

solid build quality

average battery life

no backlit keyboard

limited port selection

mediocre graphics capability

Acer TravelMate P6 (TMP648-G2) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer TravelMate P6 (TMP648-G2) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust security features

lightweight design

powerful processor performance

long battery life

fast ssd storage

average display quality

limited graphics capability

higher price point

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) and Acer TravelMate P6 (TMP648-G2)
75 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) vs. Acer TravelMate P6 (TMP648-G2) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Acer TravelMate P6 (TMP648-G2)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 40.6 cm x 25.6 cm x 2.14 cm 32.8 cm x 23.55 cm x 2.12 cm
Weight 2.3 kg 1.7 kg
Case Material Plastic -
Colour Transparent silver Black
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Acer TravelMate P6 (TMP648-G2)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features Anti-glare Ultra Slim Design, anti-glare, ComfyView, Mercury free
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Acer TravelMate P6 (TMP648-G2)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 3500U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7200U / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 3.1 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 4 MB 3 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features - Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Acer TravelMate P6 (TMP648-G2)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported - 24 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Acer TravelMate P6 (TMP648-G2)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB HDD SATA / 5400 rpm 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 SATA 6Gb/s - Micron
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Acer TravelMate P6 (TMP648-G2)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 8 Intel HD Graphics 620
Memory Allocation Technology - Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1280 x 720
Camera Features - HDR (High Dynamic Range), 720p HD movie recording, 88° view
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Four speakers, two microphones
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster Acer TrueHarmony technology
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Acer TravelMate P6 (TMP648-G2)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, NFC, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller - Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 7265 - M.2 2230
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Intel I219-LM
Features - Intel Wireless Display (WiDi)
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Acer TravelMate P6 (TMP648-G2)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 32 Wh 54 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 8 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Acer TravelMate P6 (TMP648-G2)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 65 Watt, 19 V
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Acer TravelMate P6 (TMP648-G2)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard Multi-gesture touch pad, Acer FineTip keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Acer TravelMate P6 (TMP648-G2)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
2 x USB 3.0
HDMI
LAN
VGA
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3)
USB 3.0 (with power off charging)
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Acer TravelMate P6 (TMP648-G2)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 17 (M712DA) Acer TravelMate P6 (TMP648-G2)
Included Accessories Power adapter, carrying case Power adapter
Integrated Options - G-sensor
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
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 System password, ErgoLift Administrator password, system password, hard drive password, Disc Anti-Shock Protection System (DASP, HDCP Compliant
Compliant Standards - ACPI 5.0
SAR Value 0.297 W/kg (body), 0.297 W/kg (limb) -
Repairability Index 6.3 (out of 10) -
TCO Certified - TCO Certified Notebooks 8
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number AU078T M - 57L3
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