Choose Aspire Go 15 if you need:
- Processor Model at Intel N100 (vs Intel Core i5 8250U 1.6GHz)
- GPU Model at Intel UHD Graphics (vs AMD Radeon RX 550)
- Storage Capacity at 128 GB (vs 256 GB)
- Display Size at 15.6 inch (vs 14 inch)
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Aspire Go 15 vs ThinkPad E480
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models Aspire Go 15 and ThinkPad E480 within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | Aspire Go 15 | ThinkPad E480 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| General | ||
| Brand | Acer | Lenovo |
| Product Family | Aspire | ThinkPad |
| Model | Aspire Go 15 | ThinkPad E480 |
| Model Number | AG15-31P-C4GP | ThinkPad E480 |
| Part Number / SKU | NX.KRYET.004 | — |
| Launch Year | 2025 year | 2018 year |
| Form Factor | Clamshell | Clamshell |
| Laptop Category | Education / Budget | Mainstream |
| Color | Silver | — |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Home | Windows 10 |
| Operating System Architecture | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| Processor | ||
| Processor Manufacturer | Intel | Intel |
| Processor Family | Intel Processor N-series | Intel Core i5 |
| Processor Model | Intel N100 | Intel Core i5 8250U 1.6GHz |
| Processor Generation | Alder Lake-N | 8th Gen |
| CPU Architecture | x86-64 | x86-64 |
| CPU Process Node | 7 nm | 14 nm |
| CPU Cores | 4 cores | 4 cores |
| Performance Cores | 0 cores | — |
| Efficiency Cores | 4 cores | 0 cores |
| CPU Threads | 4 threads | 8 threads |
| CPU Base Clock | — | 1.6 GHz |
| CPU Max Boost Clock | 3.4 GHz | 3.4 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB | 6 MB |
| Processor Base Power | 6 W | 15 W |
| CPU Manageability Technology | No vPro | — |
| Graphics | ||
| Graphics Type | Integrated | Discrete |
| GPU Manufacturer | Intel | AMD |
| GPU Model | Intel UHD Graphics | AMD Radeon RX 550 |
| VRAM Capacity | 0 GB | 2 GB |
| VRAM Type | Shared system memory | GDDR5 |
| Maximum External Displays | 3 displays | 1 displays |
| Maximum External Resolution | 4096 x 2160 @ 60Hz | 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz via HDMI |
| Memory | ||
| Installed Memory | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Maximum Memory | 16 GB | 32 GB |
| Memory Type | LPDDR5 | DDR4 |
| Memory Speed | 4800 MT/s | 2400 MT/s |
| Memory Form Factor | Onboard | SO-DIMM |
| Memory Slots | 0 slots | 2 slots |
| Memory Slots Used | 0 slots | — |
| Memory Upgradeable | No | Yes |
| Memory Channels | Single-channel | Dual |
| Storage | ||
| Primary Storage Type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage Capacity | 128 GB | 256 GB |
| Storage Interface | PCIe NVMe | PCIe NVMe |
| Storage PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Storage Form Factor | M.2 | M.2 2280 + 2.5-inch |
| Installed Storage Drives | 1 drives | 1 drives |
| Maximum Storage Drives | 1 drives | 2 drives |
| M.2 Storage Slots | 1 slots | 1 slots |
| 2.5-inch Drive Bay | — | Yes |
| RAID Support | No | — |
| Card Reader | — | Yes |
| Card Reader Formats | — | microSD |
| Display | ||
| Display Size | 15.6 inch | 14 inch |
| Display Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Resolution Class | FHD | FHD |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Panel Type | IPS | IPS |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | — |
| Display Brightness | — | 250 nits |
| Contrast Ratio | — | 400:1 |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Display Finish | Anti-glare | Anti-glare |
| Adaptive Sync Technology | — | — |
| Camera & Biometrics | ||
| Webcam Resolution | 720p HD | 720p |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Configuration | 2 speakers | 2 x speakers |
| Speaker Power | — | 2 x 1.5 W |
| Audio Technology | Acer PurifiedVoice | Dolby Advanced Audio |
| Microphone Configuration | Built-in microphone | Dual-array microphone |
| Audio Jack | — | Yes |
| Keyboard & Input | ||
| Keyboard Type | Keyboard with AcerSense, Caps Lock and microphone-mute indicators | Spill-resistant 6-row keyboard |
| Keyboard RGB Zones | 0 | — |
| Touchpad Type | Microsoft Precision Touchpad | ThinkPad Mylar touchpad |
| Touchpad Material | — | Mylar |
| Pointing Stick | — | Yes |
| Wireless & Networking | ||
| Wi-Fi Standard | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Wi-Fi IEEE Standard | 802.11ax | 802.11ac |
| Wi-Fi Bands | 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz | Dual-band |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.1+ | 4.1 |
| Ethernet | — | Yes |
| Ethernet Speed | — | 1 GbE |
| WWAN | No | No |
| SIM Slot | — | — |
| Ports & Expansion | ||
| USB Type-A Port Count | 2 ports | 3 ports |
| USB Type-A Specifications | 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A | 2x USB 3.1 Gen 1; 1x USB 2.0 |
| USB Type-C Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| USB Type-C Specifications | 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C | 1x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 / Power Delivery / DisplayPort |
| USB4 Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| Thunderbolt Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| HDMI Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| HDMI Version | — | 1.4b |
| DisplayPort Output | — | DisplayPort via USB-C |
| RJ-45 Port Count | 0 ports | 1 ports |
| 3.5 mm Audio Combo Port Count | — | 1 ports |
| SD Card Slot Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| microSD Card Slot Count | 0 ports | 1 ports |
| Smart Card Reader | No | No |
| Security Lock Slot | — | Yes |
| Internal PCIe Slots | — | 1x M.2 storage slot |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Battery Capacity | 50 Wh | 45 Wh |
| Battery Chemistry | Li-ion | Li-polymer |
| Battery Life | 11.5 hours | 13.51 hours |
| Battery Life Test Method | — | MobileMark 2014 |
| Fast Charging | — | Yes |
| Fast Charge Level | — | 80 % |
| Fast Charge Time | — | 60 min |
| Power Adapter | 65 W | 65 W |
| Power Connector | — | USB-C |
| USB-C Charging | — | Yes |
| Dimensions & Build | ||
| Width | 362.9 mm | 329 mm |
| Depth | 239.7 mm | 242 mm |
| Thickness | 18.9 mm | 21.9 mm |
| Weight | 1.75 kg | 1.75 kg |
| Chassis Material | — | PC/ABS |
| Lid Material | — | PC/ABS |
| Base Material | — | PC/ABS |
| MIL-STD Testing | — | MIL-STD-810G tested |
| Security & Manageability | ||
| BIOS / UEFI Password Support | — | Yes |
| Drive Password Support | — | Yes |
| Enterprise Manageability | — | — |
| Smart Card Support | — | No |
| BIOS Recovery / Self-Healing | — | — |
| Certifications & Sustainability | ||
| ENERGY STAR | — | ENERGY STAR 8.0 |
| EPEAT | — | Gold |
| TCO Certified | — | TCO Certified |
| RoHS Compliance | — | Yes |
| Recycled Materials | 30% post-consumer recycled plastic in bottom cover; 100% recyclable packaging | — |
| Environment & Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 1 years | 1 years |
| Warranty Type | Carry-in (International Travelers Warranty) | Mail-in or depot limited warranty |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose ThinkPad E480 if you need:
- Processor Model at Intel Core i5 8250U 1.6GHz (vs Intel N100)
- GPU Model at AMD Radeon RX 550 (vs Intel UHD Graphics)
- Storage Capacity at 256 GB (vs 128 GB)
- Display Size at 14 inch (vs 15.6 inch)
What is the difference between Aspire Go 15 and ThinkPad E480?
Aspire Go 15 and ThinkPad E480 share specifications such as Installed Memory (8 GB), Display Resolution (1920 x 1080), Form Factor (Clamshell), Operating System Architecture (64-bit).
The main differences: Processor Model (Aspire Go 15: Intel N100, ThinkPad E480: Intel Core i5 8250U 1.6GHz); GPU Model (Aspire Go 15: Intel UHD Graphics, ThinkPad E480: AMD Radeon RX 550); Storage Capacity (Aspire Go 15: 128 GB, ThinkPad E480: 256 GB); Display Size (Aspire Go 15: 15.6 inch, ThinkPad E480: 14 inch).
Aspire Go 15 may suit users who need its differing values, while ThinkPad E480 benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.