Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 (Gen 9) vs Acer Aspire Spin 14 (ASP14-52MTN)
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 is the better laptop on paper: it has more memory, has a brighter screen and has more accurate colour. The Acer Aspire Spin 14 doesn't beat it on any spec that matters.
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Key differences
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Performance
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 wins
Same class of processor, but the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 has more memory (32 GB against 16 GB).
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Gaming
Evenly matched
Neither is made for modern games.
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Display
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 wins
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 has the better screen: 14" Full HD 400 nits against 14" Full HD 250 nits.
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Battery life
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 wins
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 should last longer: up to 23.2 hours against up to 18 hours.
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Connectivity
Evenly matched
Much the same ports and wireless on both.
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Portability
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 wins
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 is easier to carry at 1.35 kg, against 1.5 kg.
Other differences
- Memory Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 wins
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 has 32 GB of memory against 16 GB, so it has more room for big projects and heavy multitasking.
- Colour Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 wins
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1's screen shows a wider range of colour (100% sRGB against 45% NTSC), so photos and films look richer and truer.
- Extras Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 wins
Only the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 has a backlit keyboard.
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 if…
- You keep lots of tabs and apps open: 32 GB of memory gives it more room.
- You work near windows or outside: its screen is brighter at 400 nits.
- You edit photos or care about colour: its screen covers 100% sRGB.
- You want a backlit keyboard, handy for typing in dim rooms.
Choose the Acer Aspire Spin 14 if…
- You multitask a lot: its Intel Core Ultra 5 115U stays smooth with lots of apps and tabs open.
- You need a long battery life: its maker claims up to 18 hours.
- You'd like to use it as a tablet too: it folds or detaches into one.
Full spec comparison
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 leads on performance and the screen; elsewhere the two are closely matched.
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Performance
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 is ahead on performance.
It has more memory, and the Acer Aspire Spin 14 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 (Gen 9) | Acer Aspire Spin 14 (ASP14-52MTN) |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core Ultra 5 135U | Intel Core Ultra 5 115U |
| Graphics | Intel Graphics | Intel Graphics |
| AI engine (NPU) | 11 TOPS | — |
| Memory (RAM) | 32 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory type | LPDDR5X-6400 | LPDDR5X-6400 |
| Maximum memory | 32 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory upgrades | Soldered (not upgradeable) | Soldered (not upgradeable) |
| Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB |
| Storage type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage interface | PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe M.2 2280 | PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Screen
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 is ahead on the screen.
It has a brighter screen and has more accurate colour, and the Acer Aspire Spin 14 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 (Gen 9) | Acer Aspire Spin 14 (ASP14-52MTN) |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 14" | 14" |
| Resolution | Full HD+ (1920 x 1200) | Full HD+ (1920 x 1200) |
| Aspect ratio | 16:10 | 16:10 |
| Panel | IPS | IPS |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Brightness | 400 nits | 250 nits |
| Colour range | 100% sRGB | 45% NTSC |
| HDR | None | — |
| Finish | Anti-reflective | Matte |
| Touchscreen | Yes | Yes |
| Pen standard | Lenovo Slim Pen | — |
Battery and size
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 is ahead on battery and weight.
It is a little lighter, and the Acer Aspire Spin 14 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 (Gen 9) | Acer Aspire Spin 14 (ASP14-52MTN) |
|---|---|---|
| Battery life (maker claim) | Up to 23.2 hours | Up to 18 hours |
| Battery capacity | 57 Wh | 53 Wh |
| Charger | 65 W | 65 W |
| Charges via | USB-C | USB-C |
| Fast charging | Rapid Charge: up to 80% in 1 hour | — |
| Weight | 1.35 kg | 1.5 kg |
| Dimensions | 312.80 x 217.65 x 15.49 mm | 318.5 x 225.5 x 13.4-21.1 mm |
| Materials | aluminium top and bottom | — |
| Durability | MIL-STD-810H | — |
| Hinge | 360-degree convertible | 360-degree convertible |
| Colour | Grey | Iron |
| Colours available | Grey | Iron |
Ports and wireless
Both have much the same ports and wireless.
You can plug in the same things on either.
| Spec | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 (Gen 9) | Acer Aspire Spin 14 (ASP14-52MTN) |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 (one Always On), 2x Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 40Gbps (Power Delivery 3.0, DisplayPort 2.1), 1x HDMI 2.1 (up to 4K/60Hz), 1x 3.5 mm audio | 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, 1x USB4 Gen 2x2, 1x Thunderbolt 4, 1x HDMI (version not published), 1x 3.5 mm audio |
| Thunderbolt / USB4 | Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 40Gbps | Thunderbolt 4 and USB4 Gen 2x2 |
| External displays (max) | 3 | — |
| Card reader | None | None |
| Ethernet | None | None |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Wi-Fi card | Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211 | — |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Mobile data | None | None |
Features
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 is ahead on extras.
It has a backlit keyboard, and the Acer Aspire Spin 14 doesn't beat it on anything here.
| Spec | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 (Gen 9) | Acer Aspire Spin 14 (ASP14-52MTN) |
|---|---|---|
| Webcam | 1080p + IR | 1080p |
| Webcam privacy | physical shutter | — |
| Backlit keyboard | Yes | No |
| Keyboard | UK English, backlit, spill-resistant | AcerSense key, Caps Lock indicator, microphone mute indicator |
| Login | Fingerprint, Face | Fingerprint |
| Number pad | No | No |
| Touchpad | Trackpad | Microsoft Precision Touchpad certified |
| Speakers | 2x 2 W, Dolby Atmos | 2 speakers |
| Microphones | dual-array | built-in microphone |
| Pen | Supported (sold separately) | Included |
| Security | discrete TPM 2.0, Kensington Nano Security Slot, fingerprint, face recognition | Kensington lock slot, BIOS passwords (user, supervisor, SSD) |
Software and model
Both run Windows.
So the same apps work on both, and they get the same kind of updates.
| Spec | Lenovo ThinkPad X1 2-in-1 (Gen 9) | Acer Aspire Spin 14 (ASP14-52MTN) |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Home |
| Model number | 21KE0080UK | NX.J3LEK.003 |
| Released | 2024 | — |