Lenovo Yoga C740-15IML (Lenovo Yoga C740) vs. Acer Spin 5 (SP514)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo Yoga C740-15IML (Lenovo Yoga C740) and Acer Spin 5 (SP514). 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 Yoga C740-15IML (Lenovo Yoga C740) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Yoga C740-15IML (Lenovo Yoga C740) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

responsive touchscreen display

sleek aluminum design

impressive battery life

solid performance levels

convenient 2-in-1 versatility

limited port selection

no dedicated graphics

standard 1080p resolution

higher price point

Acer Spin 5 (SP514) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Spin 5 (SP514) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile 360-degree hinge

sharp 2K display

responsive touchscreen

lightweight design

decent battery life

limited storage capacity

average graphics performance

no HDMI port

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo Yoga C740-15IML (Lenovo Yoga C740) and Acer Spin 5 (SP514)
85 % - Design
78 % - Display
78 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
82 % - Design
86 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo Yoga C740-15IML (Lenovo Yoga C740) vs. Acer Spin 5 (SP514) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo Yoga C740-15IML (Lenovo Yoga C740) Acer Spin 5 (SP514)
Product Type Notebook - flip design Notebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.78 cm x 23.535 cm x 1.825 cm 31.12 cm x 21.82 cm x 1.69 cm
Weight 1.9 kg 1.3 kg
Case Material Aluminum Magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour Mica | Iron grey Concrete grey
DISPLAY Lenovo Yoga C740-15IML (Lenovo Yoga C740) Acer Spin 5 (SP514)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 14" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 420 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare Glare, CineCrystal, Corning Gorilla glass 3, Acer BluelightShield technology, 30 ms response rate
PROCESSOR Lenovo Yoga C740-15IML (Lenovo Yoga C740) Acer Spin 5 (SP514)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10210U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1260P / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 12-core
Cache 6 MB 18 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost)
MEMORY Lenovo Yoga C740-15IML (Lenovo Yoga C740) Acer Spin 5 (SP514)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz -
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
STORAGE Lenovo Yoga C740-15IML (Lenovo Yoga C740) Acer Spin 5 (SP514)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 1.024 TB SSD M.2 2280 - Micron
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo Yoga C740-15IML (Lenovo Yoga C740) Acer Spin 5 (SP514)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - Full HD
Camera Features Privacy shutter -
Video Resolutions - 1920 x 1080
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo Yoga C740-15IML (Lenovo Yoga C740) Acer Spin 5 (SP514)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 - M.2 Card Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675i - M.2 2230 (CNVi)
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo Yoga C740-15IML (Lenovo Yoga C740) Acer Spin 5 (SP514)
Technology Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 60.3 Wh 56 Wh
Battery Life Up to 15 hours Up to 15 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo Yoga C740-15IML (Lenovo Yoga C740) Acer Spin 5 (SP514)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT Lenovo Yoga C740-15IML (Lenovo Yoga C740) Acer Spin 5 (SP514)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Multi-gesture touch pad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo Yoga C740-15IML (Lenovo Yoga C740) Acer Spin 5 (SP514)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (with power off charging)
USB 3.2 Gen 2
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo Yoga C740-15IML (Lenovo Yoga C740) Acer Spin 5 (SP514)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 11 Home
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo Yoga C740-15IML (Lenovo Yoga C740) Acer Spin 5 (SP514)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter, Lenovo Active Pen Active stylus, USB-C power adapter
Integrated Options Accelerometer -
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Noble Wedge security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, power-on password Project Athena certified
Compliant Standards RoHS HDCP
SAR Value 1.11 W/kg (body), 1.11 W/kg (limb) 1.14 W/kg (body), 1.14 W/kg (head), 1.14 W/kg (limb)
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 15IML 81TD 51N
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