ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA) vs. Acer TravelMate P2 (TMP214)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Acer TravelMate P2 (TMP214)
Acer TravelMate P2 (TMP214)

Our Rating: 75 %

In depth comparison and review of ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA) and Acer TravelMate P2 (TMP214). 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.

ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

extended battery life

lightweight design

efficient performance

good value for money

average display quality

limited graphics capability

no thunderbolt support

basic audio system

Acer TravelMate P2 (TMP214) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer TravelMate P2 (TMP214) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

efficient multitasking performance

comprehensive connectivity options

reasonable price point

comfortable keyboard layout

average display quality

modest battery life

heavier design

limited graphics performance

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA) and Acer TravelMate P2 (TMP214)
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
73 % - Design
64 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA) vs. Acer TravelMate P2 (TMP214) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA) Acer TravelMate P2 (TMP214)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.73 cm x 23.68 cm x 1.94 cm 32.8 cm x 25.39 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.76 kg 1.625 kg
Case Material Aluminum, plastic -
Colour Grey | Classic gray -
DISPLAY ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA) Acer TravelMate P2 (TMP214)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14" - IPS
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 250 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features Anti-glare ComfyView, Mercury free, Wide Viewing Angle
PROCESSOR ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA) Acer TravelMate P2 (TMP214)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 10110U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 6 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA) Acer TravelMate P2 (TMP214)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA) Acer TravelMate P2 (TMP214)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA) Acer TravelMate P2 (TMP214)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology - Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Camera Features - Privacy shutter
Image Sensor Type CMOS -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
COMMUNICATIONS ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA) Acer TravelMate P2 (TMP214)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth, Wi-Fi
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Wake-on-LAN (WOL)
BATTERY ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA) Acer TravelMate P2 (TMP214)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion -
Battery Capacity (Size) 50 Wh -
AC ADAPTER ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA) Acer TravelMate P2 (TMP214)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A -
INPUT ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA) Acer TravelMate P2 (TMP214)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Features Chiclet keyboard Multi-gesture touch pad, Acer FineTip keyboard, precision touchpad, moisture-resistant
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA) Acer TravelMate P2 (TMP214)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
VGA
HDMI
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
HDMI
VGA
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (with power off charging)
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (DC-In combo)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA) Acer TravelMate P2 (TMP214)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Pro Education
MISCELLANEOUS ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA) Acer TravelMate P2 (TMP214)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) and firmware (TPM), fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 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 ErgoLift Administrator password, system password
Compliant Standards UL, BSMI, CB, CCC, FCC, MIL-STD 810G MIL-STD 810G
SAR Value 0.181 W/kg (body), 0.181 W/kg (limb) 1.12 W/kg (body), 1.12 W/kg (limb), 1.12 W/kg (head)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
TCO Certified - TCO Certified Notebooks 8
Model Number EJ0936R 52
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