Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i Gen 8 14" 2023 vs Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 Comparison

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Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i Gen 8 14" 2023 vs Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 Comparison Overview

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In this review, we will be comparing IdeaPad Pro 5i Gen 8 14" 2023 and Aspire 3 Spin 14, two laptops from Lenovo and Acer. Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i Gen 8 14" 2023 was introduced to market in January 2023 and Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 was launched in April 2023. There is only 3 months difference between IdeaPad Pro 5i Gen 8 14" 2023 and Aspire 3 Spin 14 so we are expecting this to be a fair comparison regarding age and technology level.

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Here is a brief look at the main features of Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i Gen 8 14" 2023 and Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i Gen 8 14" 2023 Key Specs

Launched in January 2023
14.0" IPS LCD, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core i5 13500H
GPU: GeForce RTX 3050 Mobile 6GB
16GB Ram
312 x 221 x 15.99 mm (12.28 x 8.7 x 0.63 inches)
Weight: 1.38 kg (3.04 lbs)

Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 Key Specs

Launched in April 2023
14.0" Touchscreen - IPS LCD, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Processor N100
GPU: Intel UHD Graphics (Jasper Lake 24 EU)
4GB Ram
319.8 x 227.9 x 18.9 mm (12.59 x 8.97 x 0.74 inches)
Weight: 1.54 kg (3.4 lbs)

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how IdeaPad Pro 5i Gen 8 14" 2023 and Aspire 3 Spin 14 compares and decide which one is better for you.

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Reasons to choose Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i Gen 8 14 2023 over Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14

Weight	1.38 kg vs 1.54 kg	0.16 kg lighter
Screen-to-Body Ratio	~82.4% vs ~78%	Larger screen area ratio
Side Bezel Thickness	5.3 mm vs 9.2 mm	3.9 mm thinner bezels
Screen PPI	189 ppi vs 162 ppi	More pixels per inch
Screen Resolution	2240 x 1400 pixels vs 1920 x 1200 pixels	Higher pixel count screen
Screen Type	Matte vs Glossy	potentially less reflections on screen
Max Brightness	300 nits vs 250 nits	Brighter Screen
GPU Fabrication Process	8 nm vs 10 nm	Newer Generation GPU
GPU FLOPS	6.14 TFLOPS vs 0.3 TFLOPS	Dedicated GPU unit
GPU Type	Dedicated vs Integrated	3D Surround Sound Support
Dolby Atmos Speakers	Yes vs No	Higher Resolution Camera
Webcam Resolution	1920 x 1080 vs 1280 x 720	Connect more device at the same time
Number of USB-C Ports	2x USB 4.0 vs 1x USB 3.2	Faster USB-C connection
USB-C Port Type	v4.0 vs v3.2	Support audio, data, power and video all through one single port
Thunderbolt	v4 vs No	Read & Write SD Cards with the built-in reader
SD Card Reader	Yes vs No	Easily see the keys under low light
Keyboard Backlight	Yes vs No

Reasons to choose Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 over Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i Gen 8 14 2023

Touch Screen	Yes vs No	Interact with your fingers
HDMI Version	2.1 vs 2.0	Better HDMI connectivity
Avg. MSRP Price	$400-800 vs $1600-2000	Lower Price (*may change depending on config, seller, location, and time)

Common Strengths of Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 and Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i Gen 8 14 2023

Launch Dates	January 2023 vs April 2023	Both laptops are recent models
Fast Charging Support	Yes vs Yes	Charge the battery in a shorter time
USB Power Delivery	Yes vs Yes	Charging via USB port gives flexibility
RAM Type	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x) vs PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)	Fast RAM type
Upgradable Storage	Yes vs Yes	Option to increase the Storage size
SSD Type	NVMe vs NVMe	Faster Data Transfers
Wi-Fi Standard	v6E vs v6E	Fast and Reliable Wi-Fi Connections
Bluetooth Standard	v5.2 vs v5.2	Fast and Reliable Bluetooth Connections
HDMI Output	1x HDMI 2.0 vs 1x HDMI 2.0	Connect to External Displays via HDMI cable
VGA Output	No vs No	Connect to External Displays via VGA cable

Common Weaknesses of Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 and Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i Gen 8 14 2023

Upgradable RAM	No vs No	No Option to increase the RAM size
Fingerprint Sensor	No vs No	No fingerprint login feature

Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i Gen 8 14" 2023 vs Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14: Physical Specs Comparison

In this section, we will be comparing the physical specifications and body features of the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i Gen 8 14" 2023 and the Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14.

Physical Specs
Weight	1.38 kg (3.04 lbs)	1.54 kg (3.4 lbs)
Surface Area	690 cm2 (106.8 inches2)	729 cm2 (112.9 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio	~82.4%	~78%
Side Bezel Thickness	~5.3 mm	~9.2 mm
Weight per Inch of Screen	0.10 kg/inch	0.11 kg/inch
	0.22 lbs/inch	0.242 lbs/inch
Colors	Gray, Blue	Silver

Comparison of the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i Gen 8 14" 2023 and the Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 External Dimensions

Weight

IdeaPad Pro 5i Gen 8 14" 2023 weighs 1.38 kg (3.04 lbs), whereas the Aspire 3 Spin 14 weighs 1.54 kg (3.4 lbs). There is a notable difference in weight between these two laptops. The weight difference between the two laptops is not significant.

Weight Comparison

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Thickness Comparison

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Another value that we use for comparing the weights of the laptops is the Weight per Inch of Screen, which is calculated by dividing the total weight of the model with its usable diagonal screen size. This value for the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i Gen 8 14" 2023 is 0.10 kg/inch.In comparison, this value for the Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 is 0.11 kg/inch.Here are some of the best performing laptops in this area:

Microsoft Surface Go 4: 0.05 kg/inch
LG Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407: 0.06 kg/inch
Dell Latitude 7330: 0.07 kg/inch
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2: 0.07 kg/inch
LG Gram 14 2022: 0.07 kg/inch
LG Gram 14 2-in-1 2022: 0.07 kg/inch

Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i Gen 8 14" 2023 vs Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14: Internals (CPU, GPU, RAM, Battery, SSD, etc.) Comparison

CPU Comparison

CPU Model	Intel Core i5 13500H Intel Core i7 13700H	Intel Processor N100 Intel Processor N200 Intel Core i3 N305
Base Frequency	2.6 GHz	0 GHz
Turbo Frequency	4.7 GHz
Number of Cores	12	4
Number of Threads	16	4
L3 Cache	18 MB	6 MB
Integrated GPU	Intel Iris Xe Graphics (80EU)	Intel UHD Graphics (24 EU)
CPU Fabrication Process	10 nm	10 nm
Geekbench 5 (Single)	1730	732
Geekbench 5 (Multi)	11090	2097
Cinebench 23 (Single)	1816	606
Cinebench 23 (Multi)	14071	2214

Above you can see the CPU options and the CineBench and GeekBench test scores for both laptops, which gives an idea about what kind of performance difference you may experience between the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i Gen 8 14" 2023 and Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14.

You may also read reviews of latest laptops with the same CPUs and compare them:

Laptops with: Intel Core i5 13500H

Laptops with: Intel Processor N100

GPU Comparison

GPU Model	GeForce RTX 3050 Mobile 6GB	Intel UHD Graphics (Jasper Lake 24 EU)
Base Clock Frequency	1237 MHz	300 MHz
Boost CLock Frequency	1500 MHz	1200 MHz
TGP (Total Graphics Power)	60 W	15 W
Type	Dedicated	Integrated
FLOPS	6.14 TFLOPS	460.8 GFLOPS
Memory Size	6 GB	System Shared
Memory Type	GDDR6	System Shared
Memory Bus	128 bit	System Shared
Memory Speed	12 Gbps	System Shared
Shading Units Cores	2048	192
TMUs	64	12
ROPs	40	6

GPU is as critical as the CPU for graphic heavy applications and the table above gives a picture of how the two GPU compares. FLOPS is a measure of a GPU's performance based on the number of floating-point arithmetic calculations that the processor can perform within a second. Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i Gen 8 14" 2023 has a FLOPS value of 6.14 TFLOPS whereas the Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 ' has a FLOPS value of 0.3 TFLOPS. If graphical performance of the laptop is important for your use type, the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i Gen 8 14" 2023 may be the better choice between these two setups.

RAM Comparison

RAM	16GB 32GB	4GB 8GB 16GB
Memory Bus	2x8 GB	2x2 GB
RAM Clock	5200 MHz	6400 MHz
RAM Type	LPDDR5	LPDDR5
Upgradable	No	No
Memory Bus	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)

With a larger RAM capacity of 16 GB, the IdeaPad Pro 5i Gen 8 14" 2023 offers an advantage for multitasking and resource-intensive applications compared to the Aspire 3 Spin 14's RAM capacity of 4 GB.

LOCAL LLM Compatibility Evaluation

This quick guide shows what types of large language models (LLMs) each of these laptops could support, based on their respective hardware specifications. It's meant to help you compare their suitability for running AI models locally.

LLM Category	Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i Gen 8 (14" 2023)	Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14
Small Models(1-3B):Examples: Phi-2, Qwen-1.8B	✔ Run smoothly.	✖ Not supported.
Medium Models(7-8B):Examples: Mistral-7B, Qwen-7B	✖ Not supported.	✖ Not supported.
Large Models(13-30B):Examples: Mixtral, Qwen-14B	✖ Not supported.	✖ Not supported.
Extra-Large Models(65B+):Examples: LLaMA2-70B, Qwen1.5-72B	✖ Not supported on most systems. Requires high-end GPU or advanced setup.	✖ Not supported on most systems. Requires high-end GPU or advanced setup.

Note: Optimized (e.g., 4-bit) models may run on limited hardware. Performance depends on runtime and setup.

📌 MoE Models: Some models like Mixtral 8x7B and Qwen3-30B-A3B use a Mixture of Experts (MoE) design, activating only part of the model during inference. This means they can often run efficiently on laptops with 12–16 GB of VRAM when quantized.

BATTERY

BATTERY	75 Wh	40 Wh
Battery Type	Li-Po	Li-Ion
Replaceable	No	No
Fast Charging	No	No
USB Power Delivery	Yes	Yes
Charging Port Position	Left	Left
Charge Power	100 / 140 W	45 W

Moreover, the IdeaPad Pro 5i Gen 8 14" 2023 boasts a larger battery capacity of 75 Wh, offering extended usage time compared to the Aspire 3 Spin 14's40 Wh.

Battery Comparison

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STORAGE
With a larger storage capacity up to 1 TB, the IdeaPad Pro 5i Gen 8 14" 2023 provides more space for storing files and applications compared to the Aspire 3 Spin 14's max. storage capacity of 512 GB.

Storage Options	512 GB, 1 TB	128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB
Upgradable	Yes	Yes
Total Slots	1	1
Storage type	SSD (M2)	SSD (M2)
NVMe	Yes	Yes

If your budget allows, we recommend opting for the largest possible disk size, considering the potential increase in storage capacity needs in the future. However, please keep in mind the question 'What will the laptop be used for?' when making this decision. Of course, you can later upgrade the hard disk capacity by getting a larger disk. However, if your laptop has only one disk slot, it may not be as straightforward as a RAM upgrade, where you simply add or replace a module, as moving or cloning files to a new disk may be necessary.

Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i Gen 8 14" 2023 vs Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14: Display Comparison

The display is an essential aspect to consider when comparing the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i Gen 8 14" 2023 and Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 since its is the component that you interact the most and significantly impact the experience.

Screen Area and Dimensions

Now let's look at the comparison of the actual display areas of both laptops below, keeping the bezels around the screens out of the equation. Both IdeaPad Pro 5i Gen 8 14" 2023 and Aspire 3 Spin 14 screens have the same size of 14.0".The total usable screen area of the IdeaPad Pro 5i Gen 8 14" 2023 is 568cm² / 88inch² whereas the Aspire 3 Spin 14's total usable screen area is 568cm² / 88inch².

PPI (Pixels per Inch)
Additionally, the IdeaPad Pro 5i Gen 8 14" 2023 features a higher pixel density with 189 pixels per inch (PPI), ensuring sharper image details.

Screen PPI (Pixels Per Inch) Comparison

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Refresh Rate
Both IdeaPad Pro 5i Gen 8 14" 2023 and Aspire 3 Spin 14 offer the same refresh rate of 60 Hz.

Brightness
The IdeaPad Pro 5i Gen 8 14" 2023 offers a higher maximum brightness of 300 nits, delivering a brighter screen.

Brightness Comparison

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Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i Gen 8 14" 2023 vs Acer Aspire 3 Spin 14 Connectivity Comparison

In terms of connectivity,

Wifi
Both laptops offer the same Wi-Fi standard (v6E), ensuring fast and reliable wireless connections.

Below, you'll find a Wi-Fi Versions Table, along with their release dates and speeds, to provide a brief overview of its development.

Wi-Fi Versions and Speeds

Standard	Speed	Release Date	Network	Frequency Bands (GHz)
Wi-Fi 7	up to 40 Gbps (5 GB/s)	2023	802.11be	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6E	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2020	802.11ax	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2019	802.11ax	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 5	up to 6.93 Gbps (866.25 MB/s)	2014	802.11ac	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 4	up to 600 Mbps (75 MB/s)	2009	802.11n	2.4, 5

* Please note that the provided transfer rates are maximum theoretical values, and real-life performance may vary based on environmental factors.

USB
Both IdeaPad Pro 5i Gen 8 14" 2023 and Aspire 3 Spin 14 feature 2x USB 3.2 USB-A ports.
Both IdeaPad Pro 5i Gen 8 14" 2023 and Aspire 3 Spin 14 have USB Type-C ports. IdeaPad Pro 5i Gen 8 14" 2023 has 2x USB 4.0 USB Type-C ports, while Aspire 3 Spin 14 has 1x USB 3.2 USB Type-C ports.

Below, you'll find a table of USB ports, along with their release dates and speeds.
To mitigate the confusion caused by generation names, the USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) suggests using marketing names like USB 5Gbps, USB 10Gbps, and so forth, based on their respective transfer rates.

USB Type and Speeds

USB Type	Version	Speed	Date	Other Features/Explanations
USB4	Gen 4 (2.0)	80 Gbps	2022	Also known as USB 80Gbps
USB4	Gen 3×2	40 Gbps	2019	Also known as USB 40Gbps
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2x2	20 Gbps	2019	Double the data transfer rates of Gen 2
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.1
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.0
USB 3.1	3.1 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2013	Faster data transfer rates
USB 3.0	3.1 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2010	SuperSpeed USB, improved data transfer rates
USB 2.0	2.0	480 Mbps	2000	High-speed data transfer
USB 1.0	1.0	1.5 Mbps	1996	Original USB standard

Thunderbolt
IdeaPad Pro 5i Gen 8 14" 2023 is equipped with Thunderbolt 4 port. Aspire 3 Spin 14 does not have Thunderbolt port.

HDMI
Both IdeaPad Pro 5i Gen 8 14" 2023 and Aspire 3 Spin 14 feature an HDMI port. IdeaPad Pro 5i Gen 8 14" 2023 offers 1x HDMI 2.0, while Aspire 3 Spin 14 offers 1x HDMI 2.1.

Below, you'll find a comparison table detailing different HDMI versions, including their bandwidth, color depth, maximum resolution, and release dates. This information can be helpful in understanding the capabilities of each HDMI version and choosing the most suitable one for your needs.

HDMI Comparison Table

HDMI Version	Maximum Resolution	Bandwidth (Gbps)	Color Depth (bits)	Release Date
HDMI 2.1-2.1b	7680 x 4320 *(8K)* @ 60p 3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 120p	48.0	48	2017
HDMI 2.0-2.0b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 60p	18.0	48	2013
HDMI 1.4-1.4b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 30p	10.2	48	2009
HDMI 1.3-1.3a	2560 x 1440 @ 60p	10.2	48	2006
HDMI 1.0-1.2a	1920 x 1200 @ 60p	4.95	24	2002

* Please note that the provided resolution values represent the maximum supported resolution, and actual display quality may depend on other factors such as source content and connected devices.

SD Card Reader
IdeaPad Pro 5i Gen 8 14" 2023 is equipped with an SD Card Reader for easy access to memory cards. Aspire 3 Spin 14 does not have an SD Card Reader.

Audio Jack
Both IdeaPad Pro 5i Gen 8 14" 2023 and Aspire 3 Spin 14 are equipped with a 3.5mm Audio Jack, providing seamless connection to headphones and speakers.

To summarize the connectivity and ports details, please refer to the table below to see them listed.

Connectivity and Ports
WiFi Standard (latest: v7)	v6E	v6E
Bluetooth (latest: v5.4)	v5.2	v5.2
USB-A (latest: 3.2)	2x USB 3.2	2x USB 3.2
USB Type-C (latest: USB4 2.0)	2x USB 4.0	1x USB 3.2
Thunderbolt (latest: 4)	Thunderbolt 4	No
HDMI (latest: 2.1)	1x HDMI 2.0	1x HDMI 2.1
Display Port (latest: v2.0)	No	No
VGA	No	No
Fingerprint Sensor	No	No
Optical Drive	No	No
Audio Jack 3.5mm	Yes	Yes
Ethernet RJ45	No	No
SD CardReader	Yes	No
Proprietary Charging Port	No	Yes