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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models SmartBook Edge and Aspire A315-31 within the same category.
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | SmartBook Edge | Aspire A315-31 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| General | ||
| Brand | Mediacom | Acer |
| Product Family | SmartBook | Aspire |
| Model | SmartBook Edge | Aspire A315-31 |
| Model Number | M-SBE13C | — |
| Part Number / SKU | M-SBE13C | — |
| Launch Year | 2017 year | 2017 year |
| Form Factor | Clamshell | Clamshell |
| Laptop Category | Mainstream | Mainstream |
| Operating System | Windows 10 Home | Windows 10 |
| Operating System Architecture | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| Processor | ||
| Processor Manufacturer | Intel | Intel |
| Processor Family | Intel Celeron | Intel Celeron |
| Processor Model | Intel Celeron Quad Core N3450 1.1GHz | Intel Celeron Dual Core N3350 1.1GHz |
| Processor Generation | Apollo Lake | Apollo Lake |
| CPU Architecture | x86-64 | x86-64 |
| CPU Process Node | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| CPU Cores | 4 cores | 2 cores |
| Efficiency Cores | 0 cores | 0 cores |
| CPU Threads | 4 threads | 2 threads |
| CPU Base Clock | 1.1 GHz | 1.1 GHz |
| CPU Max Boost Clock | 2.2 GHz | 2.4 GHz |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 2 MB |
| Processor Base Power | 6 W | 6 W |
| AI / NPU | ||
| Platform AI Performance | — | 0 TOPS |
| Graphics | ||
| Graphics Type | Integrated | Integrated |
| GPU Manufacturer | Intel | Intel |
| GPU Model | Intel HD Graphics 500 | Intel HD Graphics 500 |
| VRAM Capacity | 0 GB | 0 GB |
| VRAM Type | Shared system memory | Shared system memory |
| GPU TGP | — | 0 W |
| GPU Boost Clock | 700 MHz | — |
| Maximum External Displays | — | 2 displays |
| Maximum External Resolution | — | 3840 x 2160 @ 30 Hz |
| Memory | ||
| Installed Memory | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Maximum Memory | — | 12 GB |
| Memory Type | — | DDR4 SDRAM |
| Memory Speed | — | 2133 MT/s |
| Memory Form Factor | — | Onboard + SO-DIMM |
| Memory Slots | — | 1 slots |
| Memory Slots Used | — | 1 slots |
| Memory Upgradeable | — | Yes |
| Memory Channels | — | Single-channel |
| Storage | ||
| Primary Storage Type | eMMC | HDD |
| Storage Capacity | 32 GB | 1000 GB |
| Storage Interface | eMMC | SATA 6 Gb/s |
| Storage Form Factor | M.2 2242 (expansion) | 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 |
| Card Reader | — | Yes |
| Card Reader Formats | — | SD; SDHC; SDXC |
| Display | ||
| Display Size | 13.3 inch | 15.6 inch |
| Display Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1366 x 768 |
| Resolution Class | FHD | HD |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | — |
| Panel Type | IPS | — |
| Refresh Rate | — | 60 Hz |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Display Finish | — | Anti-glare |
| Adaptive Sync Technology | — | — |
| Camera & Biometrics | ||
| Webcam Resolution | 2 | 480p |
| Webcam Frame Rate | — | 30 fps |
| Camera Features | — | Fixed-focus RGB webcam |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Configuration | Built-in speaker | Stereo speakers |
| Audio Technology | — | Acer TrueHarmony |
| Microphone Configuration | Built-in microphone | Integrated microphone |
| Audio Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard & Input | ||
| Keyboard Type | — | Full-size keyboard |
| Numeric Keypad | — | Yes |
| Touchpad Type | — | Multi-touch touchpad |
| Wireless & Networking | ||
| Wi-Fi Standard | — | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Wi-Fi IEEE Standard | — | IEEE 802.11ac |
| Wi-Fi Bands | 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz | 2.4 GHz; 5 GHz |
| Wi-Fi Spatial Streams | — | 2x2 |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 4.0 | Bluetooth 4.0 |
| Ethernet | — | Yes |
| Ethernet Speed | — | Gigabit Ethernet |
| WWAN | No | — |
| SIM Slot | — | — |
| Ports & Expansion | ||
| USB Type-A Port Count | 2 ports | 3 ports |
| USB Type-A Specifications | USB 2.0 x 1, USB 3.0 x 1 | 1x USB 3.0; 2x USB 2.0 |
| USB Type-C Port Count | 1 ports | 0 ports |
| USB Type-C Specifications | USB-C x 1 | — |
| USB4 Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| Thunderbolt Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| HDMI Port Count | — | 1 ports |
| RJ-45 Port Count | 0 ports | 1 ports |
| 3.5 mm Audio Combo Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| SD Card Slot Count | 0 ports | 1 ports |
| microSD Card Slot Count | 0 ports | — |
| Smart Card Reader | No | — |
| Security Lock Slot | — | Yes |
| Internal PCIe Slots | — | — |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Battery Capacity | 9600 Wh | 36.7 Wh |
| Battery Cells | — | 2 cells |
| Battery Chemistry | Lithium-polymer | Lithium-ion |
| Power Adapter | — | 45 W |
| Power Connector | — | Barrel connector |
| Dimensions & Build | ||
| Width | 325 mm | 381.6 mm |
| Depth | 212 mm | 259 mm |
| Thickness | 13.5 mm | 21.6 mm |
| Weight | 1.216 kg | 2.1 kg |
| Chassis Material | Metal | Plastic |
| Hinge Opening Angle | — | 180 degree |
| IP Rating | — | Not rated |
| Security & Manageability | ||
| TPM | — | Firmware TPM |
| BIOS / UEFI Password Support | — | Yes |
| Drive Password Support | — | Yes |
| Secure Boot | — | Yes |
| Enterprise Manageability | — | — |
| Smart Card Support | No | — |
| BIOS Recovery / Self-Healing | — | Standard BIOS recovery |
| Sensors | ||
| Hall Sensor | — | Yes |
| Certifications & Sustainability | ||
| RoHS Compliance | — | Yes |
| Environment & Warranty | ||
| Operating Temperature | — | 5–35 °C °C |
| Operating Humidity | — | 20–80% RH, non-condensing % RH |
| Storage Temperature | — | -20–60 °C °C |
| Warranty | — | 1 years |
| Warranty Type | — | Limited warranty |
SmartBook Edge and Aspire A315-31 share specifications such as GPU Model (Intel HD Graphics 500), Installed Memory (4 GB), Launch Year (2017 year), Form Factor (Clamshell).
The main differences: Processor Model (SmartBook Edge: Intel Celeron Quad Core N3450 1.1GHz, Aspire A315-31: Intel Celeron Dual Core N3350 1.1GHz); Storage Capacity (SmartBook Edge: 32 GB, Aspire A315-31: 1000 GB); Display Size (SmartBook Edge: 13.3 inch, Aspire A315-31: 15.6 inch); Display Resolution (SmartBook Edge: 1920 x 1080, Aspire A315-31: 1366 x 768).
SmartBook Edge may suit users who need its differing values, while Aspire A315-31 benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.
