Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) vs. Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) and Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311). 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.

Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

sleek design

lightweight build

decent processor performance

adequate port selection

mediocre battery life

limited storage capacity

average display quality

no backlit keyboard

Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

affordable price point

long battery life

educational software included

decent connectivity options

mediocre display resolution

limited storage capacity

basic processor performance

average graphics capability

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) and Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311)
72 % - Design
66 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
75 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) vs. Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.84 cm x 24.41 cm x 1.94 cm 29.5 cm x 21.5 cm x 2.09 cm
Weight 1.87 kg 1.4 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS -
Colour Platinum grey Shale black
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 11.6" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, matte, ComfyView, Acer BluelightShield technology, 10 ms response rate
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311)
CPU AMD A9 9425 / 3.1 GHz Intel Celeron N4120 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 2.6 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 1 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Burst Technology
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 8 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 1866 MHz -
Rated Speed 1866 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 64 GB eMMC - Kingston
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon R5 Intel UHD Graphics 600
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Resolution 1 Megapixel -
Camera Features - Privacy shutter
Video Resolutions - 1280 x 720
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller M.2 Card Intel Wireless-AC 9560 - M.2 2230 (CNVi)
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Single stream (1x1) Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311)
Technology Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 30 Wh 48 Wh
Battery Life Up to 5 hours Up to 12 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Features Multi-touch touchpad Multi-gesture touch pad, precision touchpad, mechanically anchored keys
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN (RJ-45)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (DC-In combo, Power Delivery)
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home in S mode - English Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition National Academic
Software Included - Acer ProShield Security Manager
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 330S) Acer TravelMate B3 (TMB311)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter, 3-cell Li-Ion 48Wh battery
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM) solution
Security Slot Type Kensington mini security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge Administrator password, system password
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 MIL-STD 810G
SAR Value - 0.82 W/kg (body), 0.82 W/kg (limb), 0.82 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 15AST 81F9 31
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