Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive battery life

efficient performance

compact and portable

average display brightness

limited storage capacity

no dedicated GPU

higher price point

Acer ConceptD 5 (CN515-51) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer ConceptD 5 (CN515-51) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful intel processor

vibrant 4k display

ample storage capacity

sleek aesthetic design

color accurate screen

heavier than competitors

average battery life

limited port selection

high price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) and Acer ConceptD 5 (CN515-51)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
78 % - Battery
81 % - Design
82 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) vs. Acer ConceptD 5 (CN515-51) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) Acer ConceptD 5 (CN515-51)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.19 cm x 21.72 cm x 1.69 cm 36 cm x 24.2 cm x 1.69 cm
Weight 1.28 kg 1.5 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre, magnesium-aluminum alloy, polyphenylene sulfide Magnesium-aluminum alloy, magnesium-lithium alloy
Colour Black White
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) Acer ConceptD 5 (CN515-51)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 3840 x 2160 (Ultra HD 4K)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% 100% Adobe RGB
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare, 30 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display, Delta E<2 calibration, Pantone Validated
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) Acer ConceptD 5 (CN515-51)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 3500U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8705G / 3.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 4 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset - Mobile Intel HM175
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) Acer ConceptD 5 (CN515-51)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) Acer ConceptD 5 (CN515-51)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Samsung 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 - NVM Express (NVMe) - SanDisk
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) Acer ConceptD 5 (CN515-51)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 8 AMD Radeon RX Vega M GL
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) Acer ConceptD 5 (CN515-51)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 9260 Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 7265 - M.2 2230
Compliant Standards DASH -
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) Acer ConceptD 5 (CN515-51)
Technology 6-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh 48 Wh
Battery Life Up to 14.5 hours Up to 7 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) Acer ConceptD 5 (CN515-51)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V 90 Watt, 19 V
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) Acer ConceptD 5 (CN515-51)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) Acer ConceptD 5 (CN515-51)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 2
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Dock
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
3 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) Acer ConceptD 5 (CN515-51)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X395 (20NL) Acer ConceptD 5 (CN515-51)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Fingerprint reader
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 Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested -
Compliant Standards RoHS -
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 - 7597
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