ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA) vs. Acer TravelMate P6 (TMP614P)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA) and Acer TravelMate P6 (TMP614P). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

large display

affordable price

lightweight design

solid build quality

intuitive interface

average battery life

moderate performance

no backlit keyboard

limited graphics power

Acer TravelMate P6 (TMP614P) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer TravelMate P6 (TMP614P) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

robust security features

long battery life

solid build quality

fast processing speed

limited graphics performance

higher price point

noisy under load

average display brightness

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA) and Acer TravelMate P6 (TMP614P)
73 % - Design
75 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA) vs. Acer TravelMate P6 (TMP614P) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA) Acer TravelMate P6 (TMP614P)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 40.69 cm x 25.6 cm x 2.14 cm 31.2 cm x 22.6 cm x 1.68 cm
Weight 2.3 kg 1 kg
Case Material - Magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour Transparent silver Galaxy black
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA) Acer TravelMate P6 (TMP614P)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 350 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Privacy Technology - Acer PrivacyPanel
Features ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology, anti-glare, 178° horizontal and vertical viewing angle Anti-glare, ComfyView, 30 ms response rate
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA) Acer TravelMate P6 (TMP614P)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 6 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost)
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA) Acer TravelMate P6 (TMP614P)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 16 GB
Max RAM Supported 12 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA) Acer TravelMate P6 (TMP614P)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 1.024 TB SSD PCIe 3.0 - Self-Encrypting Drive, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA) Acer TravelMate P6 (TMP614P)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Camera Yes - HD Yes - Full HD
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Compliant Standards - Digital Theater Systems (DTS)
Audio Features ASUS SonicMaster Acer Smart Amplifier
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA) Acer TravelMate P6 (TMP614P)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 1216
Network Interface - Ethernet
Features - Dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA) Acer TravelMate P6 (TMP614P)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion -
Battery Capacity (Size) 32 Wh 56 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA) Acer TravelMate P6 (TMP614P)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA) Acer TravelMate P6 (TMP614P)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features - Spill-resistant, Corning Gorilla Glass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA) Acer TravelMate P6 (TMP614P)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
HDMI
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (DC-In combo)
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (with power off charging)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN (on supplied adapter)
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA) Acer TravelMate P6 (TMP614P)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Pro
Software Included ASUS Live Update, Microsoft 365 (30 days trial), ASUS GiftBox -
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook 17 (X712FA) Acer TravelMate P6 (TMP614P)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter, USB-C to Ethernet adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) 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 ASUS Battery Health charging technology, ErgoLift -
Compliant Standards - MIL-STD 810H
SAR Value 0.297 W/kg (body), 0.297 W/kg (limb) 0.9 W/kg (body), 0.9 W/kg (limb), 0.9 W/kg (head)
TCO Certified - TCO Certified Notebooks 8
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number AU358T 52
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