Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14IML (81TK) vs. Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 (A3SP14)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14IML (81TK) and Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 (A3SP14). 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.

Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14IML (81TK) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14IML (81TK) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

flexible 2-in-1 design

responsive touchscreen display

decent battery life

solid build quality

affordable price

moderate processor speed

limited graphics performance

basic audio quality

heavier than competitors

Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 (A3SP14) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 (A3SP14) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

360-degree hinge versatility

lightweight design

decent battery life

full hd display

moderate storage capacity

average processor speed

no backlit keyboard

limited graphics performance

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14IML (81TK) and Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 (A3SP14)
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
76 % - Design
75 % - Display
60 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14IML (81TK) vs. Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 (A3SP14) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14IML (81TK) Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 (A3SP14)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.8 cm x 22.9 cm x 1.79 cm 31.88 cm x 22.79 cm x 1.89 cm
Weight 1.65 kg 1.5 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate, polycarbonate ABS, glass-fibre Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Onyx black Pure silver
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14IML (81TK) Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 (A3SP14)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - TN 14" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 200 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Glossy Matte, ComfyView, Corning Gorilla glass 3, Acer BluelightShield technology, 25 ms response rate, one glass metal mesh (OGM)
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14IML (81TK) Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 (A3SP14)
CPU Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 10110U / 2.1 GHz Intel N-series N100
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 3.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 4 MB L3 - 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14IML (81TK) Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 (A3SP14)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 20 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz -
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14IML (81TK) Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 (A3SP14)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD - 3D Triple-level Cell (TLC) - Apacer
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14IML (81TK) Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 (A3SP14)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Camera Features - Temporal Noise Reduction
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14IML (81TK) Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 (A3SP14)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Features Single stream (1x1) Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14IML (81TK) Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 (A3SP14)
Technology Lithium Ion -
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 40 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10.5 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14IML (81TK) Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 (A3SP14)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14IML (81TK) Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 (A3SP14)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14IML (81TK) Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 (A3SP14)
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
USB-C (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (DC-In combo, Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 2
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 C340-14IML (81TK) Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 (A3SP14)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 11 Home in S mode
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad C340-14IML (81TK) Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 (A3SP14)
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, RapidCharge Administrator password, system password, Acer Purified.Voice technology
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 -
SAR Value 0.82 W/kg (body), 0.82 W/kg (limb) 1.321 W/kg (head), 1.321 W/kg (body), 1.321 W/kg (limb)
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) - 1.321 W/kg (body)
1.321 W/kg (head)
1.321 W/kg (limb)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number - 31PT
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