ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TP470EA (EC343W) vs. Acer Spin 5 (SP514)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TP470EA (EC343W) and Acer Spin 5 (SP514). 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 Flip 14 TP470EA (EC343W) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TP470EA (EC343W) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

flexible 2-in-1 design

responsive touchscreen display

lightweight and portable

solid build quality

competitive price point

average battery life

modest graphics performance

limited port selection

no thunderbolt support

Acer Spin 5 (SP514) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Spin 5 (SP514) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile 360-degree hinge

sharp 2K display

responsive touchscreen

lightweight design

decent battery life

limited storage capacity

average graphics performance

no HDMI port

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TP470EA (EC343W) and Acer Spin 5 (SP514)
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
82 % - Design
86 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TP470EA (EC343W) vs. Acer Spin 5 (SP514) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TP470EA (EC343W) Acer Spin 5 (SP514)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.4 cm x 22 cm x 1.87 cm 31.12 cm x 21.82 cm x 1.69 cm
Weight 1.5 kg 1.3 kg
Case Material - Magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour Transparent silver Concrete grey
DISPLAY ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TP470EA (EC343W) Acer Spin 5 (SP514)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 14" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes Yes (multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 420 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Glossy, NanoEdge display, 178° viewing angle, 82% screen-to-body ratio, IPS-level Glare, CineCrystal, Corning Gorilla glass 3, Acer BluelightShield technology, 30 ms response rate
PROCESSOR ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TP470EA (EC343W) Acer Spin 5 (SP514)
CPU Intel Core i3 (11th Gen) 1115G4 / 3 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1260P / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 12-core
Cache 6 MB 18 MB
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features Intel Smart Cache Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost)
MEMORY ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TP470EA (EC343W) Acer Spin 5 (SP514)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
STORAGE ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TP470EA (EC343W) Acer Spin 5 (SP514)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 1.024 TB SSD M.2 2280 - Micron
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TP470EA (EC343W) Acer Spin 5 (SP514)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - Full HD
Video Resolutions - 1920 x 1080
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Audio Features Harman/kardon stereo speakers, ASUS SonicMaster -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TP470EA (EC343W) Acer Spin 5 (SP514)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller - Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675i - M.2 2230 (CNVi)
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TP470EA (EC343W) Acer Spin 5 (SP514)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 56 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 15 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TP470EA (EC343W) Acer Spin 5 (SP514)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TP470EA (EC343W) Acer Spin 5 (SP514)
Type Keyboard, touchpad, NumberPad 2.0 Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard, 1.8mm travel distance Multi-gesture touch pad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TP470EA (EC343W) Acer Spin 5 (SP514)
Interfaces HDMI
USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 2
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (with power off charging)
USB 3.2 Gen 2
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TP470EA (EC343W) Acer Spin 5 (SP514)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 TP470EA (EC343W) Acer Spin 5 (SP514)
Included Accessories Power adapter, ASUS Pen Active stylus, USB-C power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Noble Wedge security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features - Project Athena certified
Compliant Standards - HDCP
SAR Value - 1.14 W/kg (body), 1.14 W/kg (head), 1.14 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number - 51N
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