Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IML05 (81WB) vs. Acer Swift 3X (SF314-510G)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IML05 (81WB) and Acer Swift 3X (SF314-510G). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IML05 (81WB) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IML05 (81WB) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

compact design

decent processor speed

solid build quality

adequate connectivity options

average display quality

limited graphics performance

modest battery life

no backlit keyboard

Acer Swift 3X (SF314-510G) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Swift 3X (SF314-510G) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

impressive battery life

lightweight design

fast intel iris xe

solid build quality

affordable price

average display quality

limited port selection

noisy under load

modest storage capacity

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IML05 (81WB) and Acer Swift 3X (SF314-510G)
69 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
71 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery
85 % - Design
84 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IML05 (81WB) vs. Acer Swift 3X (SF314-510G) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IML05 (81WB) Acer Swift 3X (SF314-510G)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.22 cm x 25.34 cm x 1.99 cm 32.28 cm x 22.12 cm x 1.795 cm
Weight 1.7 kg 1.4 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS Anodised aluminium
Colour Platinum grey Steam blue
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IML05 (81WB) Acer Swift 3X (SF314-510G)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - TN 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 72% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, ComfyView, Acer ExaColor, 25 ms response rate, Acer Color Intelligence, Narrow Border Display, 72% NTSC colour gamut
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IML05 (81WB) Acer Swift 3X (SF314-510G)
CPU Intel Pentium Gold 6405U / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 2 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IML05 (81WB) Acer Swift 3X (SF314-510G)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 12 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
Rated Speed 2400 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IML05 (81WB) Acer Swift 3X (SF314-510G)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD - SanDisk
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IML05 (81WB) Acer Swift 3X (SF314-510G)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel Iris Xe Max Graphics
Video Memory - 4 GB LPDDR4X SDRAM
Camera Yes Yes - HD
Resolution 0.3 Megapixel -
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus Windows Hello
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IML05 (81WB) Acer Swift 3X (SF314-510G)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller M.2 Card Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 2230
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IML05 (81WB) Acer Swift 3X (SF314-510G)
Technology Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 35 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life Up to 9 hours Up to 14 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IML05 (81WB) Acer Swift 3X (SF314-510G)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 65 Watt, 19 V
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IML05 (81WB) Acer Swift 3X (SF314-510G)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Multi-gesture touch pad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IML05 (81WB) Acer Swift 3X (SF314-510G)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (DC-In combo)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (with power off charging)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IML05 (81WB) Acer Swift 3X (SF314-510G)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home in S mode - English Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15IML05 (81WB) Acer Swift 3X (SF314-510G)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password MU-MIMO technology, HDCP Compliant, wake on voice
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 -
SAR Value - 1.12 W/kg (body), 1.12 W/kg (limb), 1.12 W/kg (head)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number - 57DG
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