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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models Aspire A315-31 and Aspire A515-51G-37JS within the same category.
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | Aspire A315-31 | Aspire A515-51G-37JS |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| General | ||
| Brand | Acer | Acer |
| Product Family | Aspire | Aspire |
| Model | Aspire A315-31 | Aspire A515-51G-37JS |
| Launch Year | 2017 year | 2017 year |
| Form Factor | Clamshell | Clamshell |
| Laptop Category | Mainstream | Mainstream |
| Operating System | Windows 10 | Windows 10 |
| Operating System Architecture | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| Processor | ||
| Processor Manufacturer | Intel | Intel |
| Processor Family | Intel Celeron | Intel Core i3 |
| Processor Model | Intel Celeron Dual Core N3350 1.1GHz | Intel Core i3 7130U 2.7GHz |
| Processor Generation | Apollo Lake | 7th Gen |
| CPU Architecture | x86-64 | x86-64 |
| CPU Process Node | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| CPU Cores | 2 cores | 2 cores |
| Efficiency Cores | 0 cores | 0 cores |
| CPU Threads | 2 threads | 4 threads |
| CPU Base Clock | 1.1 GHz | 2.7 GHz |
| CPU Max Boost Clock | 2.4 GHz | — |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | — |
| L3 Cache | — | 3 MB |
| Processor Base Power | 6 W | 15 W |
| AI / NPU | ||
| Platform AI Performance | 0 TOPS | 0 TOPS |
| Graphics | ||
| Graphics Type | Integrated | Discrete |
| GPU Manufacturer | Intel | NVIDIA |
| GPU Model | Intel HD Graphics 500 | Nvidia GeForce MX130 |
| VRAM Capacity | 0 GB | 2 GB |
| VRAM Type | Shared system memory | GDDR5 |
| GPU TGP | 0 W | — |
| Maximum External Displays | 2 displays | 3 displays |
| Maximum External Resolution | 3840 x 2160 @ 30 Hz | 3840 x 2160 @ 30 Hz |
| Memory | ||
| Installed Memory | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Maximum Memory | 12 GB | 20 GB |
| Memory Type | DDR4 SDRAM | DDR4 SDRAM |
| Memory Speed | 2133 MT/s | 2133 MT/s |
| Memory Form Factor | Onboard + SO-DIMM | Onboard + SO-DIMM |
| Memory Slots | 1 slots | 1 slots |
| Memory Slots Used | 1 slots | 1 slots |
| Memory Upgradeable | Yes | Yes |
| Memory Channels | Single-channel | Dual-channel |
| Storage | ||
| Primary Storage Type | HDD | SSD |
| Storage Capacity | 1000 GB | 256 GB |
| Storage Interface | SATA 6 Gb/s | SATA 6 Gb/s |
| Storage Form Factor | 2.5-inch | 2.5-inch |
| Installed Storage Drives | 1 drives | 1 drives |
| Maximum Storage Drives | 2 drives | 2 drives |
| M.2 Storage Slots | 1 slots | 1 slots |
| 2.5-inch Drive Bay | Yes | Yes |
| Card Reader | Yes | Yes |
| Card Reader Formats | SD; SDHC; SDXC | SD; SDHC; SDXC |
| Display | ||
| Display Size | 15.6 inch | 15.6 inch |
| Display Resolution | 1366 x 768 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Resolution Class | HD | FHD |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Display Finish | Anti-glare | Anti-glare |
| Adaptive Sync Technology | — | — |
| Camera & Biometrics | ||
| Webcam Resolution | 480p | 720p HD |
| Webcam Frame Rate | 30 fps | 30 fps |
| Fingerprint Reader | — | Yes |
| Fingerprint Reader Location | — | Touchpad |
| Camera Features | Fixed-focus RGB webcam | Fixed-focus RGB webcam |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Configuration | Stereo speakers | Stereo speakers |
| Audio Technology | Acer TrueHarmony | Acer TrueHarmony |
| Microphone Configuration | Integrated microphone | Integrated microphone |
| Audio Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard & Input | ||
| Keyboard Type | Full-size keyboard | Full-size keyboard |
| Keyboard Backlight | — | Yes |
| Numeric Keypad | Yes | Yes |
| Touchpad Type | Multi-touch touchpad | Multi-touch touchpad |
| Wireless & Networking | ||
| Wi-Fi Standard | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Wi-Fi IEEE Standard | IEEE 802.11ac | IEEE 802.11ac |
| Wi-Fi Bands | 2.4 GHz; 5 GHz | 2.4 GHz; 5 GHz |
| Wi-Fi Spatial Streams | 2x2 | 2x2 |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 4.0 | Bluetooth 4.0 |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet Speed | Gigabit Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet |
| WWAN | — | — |
| Ports & Expansion | ||
| USB Type-A Port Count | 3 ports | 3 ports |
| USB Type-A Specifications | 1x USB 3.0; 2x USB 2.0 | 2x USB 3.0; 1x USB 2.0 |
| USB Type-C Port Count | 0 ports | 1 ports |
| USB Type-C Specifications | — | USB 3.1 Gen 1 |
| USB4 Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| Thunderbolt Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| HDMI Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| RJ-45 Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| 3.5 mm Audio Combo Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| SD Card Slot Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| Smart Card Reader | — | — |
| Security Lock Slot | Yes | Yes |
| Internal PCIe Slots | — | — |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Battery Capacity | 36.7 Wh | 48 Wh |
| Battery Cells | 2 cells | 4 cells |
| Battery Chemistry | Lithium-ion | Lithium-ion |
| Battery Life | — | 7 hours |
| Power Adapter | 45 W | 65 W |
| Power Connector | Barrel connector | Barrel connector |
| Dimensions & Build | ||
| Width | 381.6 mm | 382 mm |
| Depth | 259 mm | 263 mm |
| Thickness | 21.6 mm | 22 mm |
| Weight | 2.1 kg | 2.2 kg |
| Chassis Material | Plastic | Plastic |
| Hinge Opening Angle | 180 degree | 180 degree |
| IP Rating | Not rated | Not rated |
| Security & Manageability | ||
| TPM | Firmware TPM | Firmware TPM 2.0 |
| BIOS / UEFI Password Support | Yes | Yes |
| Drive Password Support | Yes | Yes |
| Secure Boot | Yes | Yes |
| Enterprise Manageability | — | — |
| Smart Card Support | — | — |
| BIOS Recovery / Self-Healing | Standard BIOS recovery | Standard BIOS recovery |
| Sensors | ||
| Hall Sensor | Yes | Yes |
| Certifications & Sustainability | ||
| RoHS Compliance | Yes | Yes |
| Environment & Warranty | ||
| Operating Temperature | 5–35 °C °C | 5–35 °C °C |
| Operating Humidity | 20–80% RH, non-condensing % RH | 20–80% RH, non-condensing % RH |
| Storage Temperature | -20–60 °C °C | -20–60 °C °C |
| Warranty | 1 years | 1 years |
| Warranty Type | Limited warranty | Limited warranty |
Aspire A315-31 and Aspire A515-51G-37JS share specifications such as Installed Memory (4 GB), Display Size (15.6 inch), Brand (Acer), Product Family (Aspire).
The main differences: Processor Model (Aspire A315-31: Intel Celeron Dual Core N3350 1.1GHz, Aspire A515-51G-37JS: Intel Core i3 7130U 2.7GHz); GPU Model (Aspire A315-31: Intel HD Graphics 500, Aspire A515-51G-37JS: Nvidia GeForce MX130); Storage Capacity (Aspire A315-31: 1000 GB, Aspire A515-51G-37JS: 256 GB); Display Resolution (Aspire A315-31: 1366 x 768, Aspire A515-51G-37JS: 1920 x 1080).
Aspire A315-31 may suit users who need its differing values, while Aspire A515-51G-37JS benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.
