Microsoft Surface Laptop SE vs. Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Laptop SE and Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51). 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.

Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Microsoft Surface Laptop SE based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

integrated with windows 11

good battery life

simple user interface

limited storage capacity

basic display quality

minimal connectivity options

lower performance levels

Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust security features

comfortable keyboard layout

decent battery life

solid build quality

affordable price point

average display quality

modest graphics performance

limited storage capacity

heavier than competitors

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Microsoft Surface Laptop SE and Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51)
72 % - Design
64 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
75 % - Design
75 % - Display
70 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Surface Laptop SE vs. Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 28.37 cm x 19.305 cm x 1.758 cm 35.89 cm x 26 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.1124 kg 1.9 kg
Case Material Plastic Polycarbonate, ABS plastic
Colour Glacier Steel grey
DISPLAY Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51)
Screen Size (Type) 11.6" 16" - IPS
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Pixel Density (ppi) 135 -
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness - 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features - Anti-glare, matte, ComfyView, Acer BluelightShield technology, 30 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display
PROCESSOR Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51)
CPU Intel Celeron N4020 / 1.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U
Max Turbo Speed 2.8 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 10-core
Cache 4 MB L3 - 12 MB
Features Intel Burst Technology -
MEMORY Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51)
RAM 4 GB 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB eMMC 512 GB SSD - Kingston
AUDIO & VIDEO Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 600 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Resolution 1 Megapixel (front) -
Camera Features 30 frames per second Privacy shutter, Temporal Noise Reduction
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Compliant Standards - DTS Sound
Audio Features - Input: AI noise reduction
COMMUNICATIONS Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51)
Battery Capacity (Size) - 50 Wh
Battery Life Up to 16 hours -
AC ADAPTER Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51)
Output - 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Multi-gesture touch pad, precision touchpad, OceanGlass touchpad, 1.55mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51)
Interfaces USB-C
USB
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (with power off charging)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 SE Windows 11 Pro
Software Included Microsoft 365 for Education (requires licence or subscription) -
MISCELLANEOUS Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Acer TravelMate P2 16 (TMP216-51)
- 100 %
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter, HDD kit
Integrated Options Hall sensor -
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Bulk packaging Administrator password, system password, Acer Purified.Voice technology, Acer Dust Defender technology, MIL-STD-810H tested
Compliant Standards - TCO Certified 9.0
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) - 1.14 W/kg (head)
1.14 W/kg (body)
1.14 W/kg (limb)
Carbon Footprint - 385 kg carbon emissions
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number - TCO
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