ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA) vs. Acer TravelMate P2 (TMP214-53)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA) and Acer TravelMate P2 (TMP214-53). 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 (TMP214-53) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer TravelMate P2 (TMP214-53) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust security features

long battery life

comfortable keyboard

affordable price point

solid build quality

average display quality

modest processor speed

limited graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA) and Acer TravelMate P2 (TMP214-53)
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
76 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA) vs. Acer TravelMate P2 (TMP214-53) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA) Acer TravelMate P2 (TMP214-53)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.73 cm x 23.68 cm x 1.94 cm 32.89 cm x 23.59 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.76 kg 1.6 kg
Case Material Aluminum, plastic Polycarbonate, ABS plastic
Colour Grey | Classic gray Shale black
DISPLAY ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA) Acer TravelMate P2 (TMP214-53)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14"
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 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, ComfyView, 25 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display
PROCESSOR ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA) Acer TravelMate P2 (TMP214-53)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i3 (11th Gen) 1115G4
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 6 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA) Acer TravelMate P2 (TMP214-53)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (1 x 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 1
STORAGE ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA) Acer TravelMate P2 (TMP214-53)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 2280 - Samsung
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA) Acer TravelMate P2 (TMP214-53)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology - Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, Windows Hello
Image Sensor Type CMOS -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio
COMMUNICATIONS ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA) Acer TravelMate P2 (TMP214-53)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 2230
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Wake-on-LAN (WOL)
BATTERY ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA) Acer TravelMate P2 (TMP214-53)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 50 Wh 48 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 13 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA) Acer TravelMate P2 (TMP214-53)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 19 V, 3.42 A 45 Watt, 19 V
INPUT ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA) Acer TravelMate P2 (TMP214-53)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Features Chiclet keyboard Multi-gesture touch pad, Acer FineTip keyboard, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA) Acer TravelMate P2 (TMP214-53)
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-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (DC-In combo)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (with power off charging)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card)
SOFTWARE ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA) Acer TravelMate P2 (TMP214-53)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS ASUSPRO P3 (P3540FA) Acer TravelMate P2 (TMP214-53)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, HDD kit
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) and firmware (TPM), fingerprint reader 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 ErgoLift HDCP Compliant
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 Yes
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number EJ0936R 31X4
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