Product comparison · 2 laptops

Acer TravelMate P2 243-M-6604 Intel® Core™ i3 i3-2348M Laptop vs HP Pavilion g6-2324tx Intel® Core™ i5 i5-3230M Laptop

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  • 121specifications compared
  • 35differ
  • 86identical
  • 79known for one product only

Key differences

  • Product colour
    • TravelMate P2 243-M-6604 Intel® Core™ i3 i3-2348M Laptop:Black
    • Pavilion g6-2324tx Intel® Core™ i5 i5-3230M Laptop:Black, White
  • Display diagonal
    • TravelMate P2 243-M-6604 Intel® Core™ i3 i3-2348M Laptop:35.6 cm (14")
    • Pavilion g6-2324tx Intel® Core™ i5 i5-3230M Laptop:39.6 cm (15.6")
  • Processor family
    • TravelMate P2 243-M-6604 Intel® Core™ i3 i3-2348M Laptop:Intel® Core™ i3
    • Pavilion g6-2324tx Intel® Core™ i5 i5-3230M Laptop:Intel® Core™ i5
  • Processor generation
    • TravelMate P2 243-M-6604 Intel® Core™ i3 i3-2348M Laptop:2nd gen Intel® Core™ i3
    • Pavilion g6-2324tx Intel® Core™ i5 i5-3230M Laptop:3rd gen Intel® Core™ i5
  • Processor model
    • TravelMate P2 243-M-6604 Intel® Core™ i3 i3-2348M Laptop:i3-2348M
    • Pavilion g6-2324tx Intel® Core™ i5 i5-3230M Laptop:i5-3230M
  • Processor frequency
    • TravelMate P2 243-M-6604 Intel® Core™ i3 i3-2348M Laptop:2.3 GHz
    • Pavilion g6-2324tx Intel® Core™ i5 i5-3230M Laptop:2.6 GHz
  • Processor lithography
    • TravelMate P2 243-M-6604 Intel® Core™ i3 i3-2348M Laptop:32 nm
    • Pavilion g6-2324tx Intel® Core™ i5 i5-3230M Laptop:22 nm
  • Processor codename
    • TravelMate P2 243-M-6604 Intel® Core™ i3 i3-2348M Laptop:Sandy Bridge
    • Pavilion g6-2324tx Intel® Core™ i5 i5-3230M Laptop:Ivy Bridge

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200 specifications
Design1 differ
Product typeLaptopLaptop
Product colourDiffersBlackBlack, White
Form factorClamshellClamshell
Country of originKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceChina
Display1 differ
Display diagonalDiffers35.6 cm (14")39.6 cm (15.6")
Display resolution1366 x 768 pixels1366 x 768 pixels
TouchscreenNoNo
Display number of coloursKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source16.78 million colours
LED backlightYesYes
Native aspect ratio16:916:9
Display brightnessKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source200 cd/m²
Contrast ratio (typical)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source300:1
Processor9 differ
Processor manufacturerIntelIntel
Processor familyDiffersIntel® Core™ i3Intel® Core™ i5
Processor generationDiffers2nd gen Intel® Core™ i33rd gen Intel® Core™ i5
Processor modelDiffersi3-2348Mi5-3230M
Processor cores22
Processor threads44
Processor boost frequencyKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source3.2 GHz
Processor frequencyDiffers2.3 GHz2.6 GHz
System bus rate5 GT/s5 GT/s
Processor cache3 MB3 MB
Processor cache typeSmart CacheSmart Cache
Processor socketBGA 1023BGA 1023
Processor lithographyDiffers32 nm22 nm
Processor operating modes64-bit64-bit
Processor seriesDiffersIntel Core i3-2300 Mobile SeriesIntel Core i5-3200 Mobile series
Processor codenameDiffersSandy BridgeIvy Bridge
Bus typeDMIDMI
FSB ParityKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceNo
SteppingKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceL1
Thermal Design Power (TDP)35 W35 W
TjunctionKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source105 °C
Maximum number of PCI Express lanes1616
PCI Express configurationsDiffers1x16, 1x8+2x4, 2x81x16, 2x8, 1x8+2x4
PCI Express slots versionDiffers2.03.0
CPU multiplier (bus/core ratio)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source26
ECC supported by processorNoNo
Maximum number of SMP processorsKnown for one1Unknown — not stated by the source
Memory2 differ
Internal memoryDiffers6 GB4 GB
Internal memory typeDDR3-SDRAMDDR3-SDRAM
Memory clock speedKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source1600 MHz
Memory layout (slots x size)Differs1 x 2 + 1 x 4 GB1 x 4 GB
Memory slots2x SO-DIMM2x SO-DIMM
Maximum internal memoryKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source8 GB
Maximum internal memory (64-bit)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source8 GB
Memory slots (available)Known for one0Unknown — not stated by the source
Storage2 differ
Total storage capacity500 GB500 GB
Storage mediaHDDHDD
Number of HDDs installedKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source1
HDD capacityKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source500 GB
HDD interfaceSATASATA
HDD speed5400 RPM5400 RPM
HDD sizeKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source2.5"
Optical drive typeDiffersDVD±RWDVD Super Multi DL
Card reader integratedYesYes
Compatible memory cardsDiffersMemory Stick (MS), MMC, MS PRO, SD, xDMMC, SD, SDHC, SDXC
Graphics4 differ
On-board graphics cardYesYes
Discrete graphics cardDiffersNoYes
Discrete graphics card modelDiffersNot availableAMD Radeon HD 7670M
Discrete graphics card memoryKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source2 GB
Discrete graphics memory typeKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceGDDR3
On-board graphics card familyIntel® HD GraphicsIntel® HD Graphics
On-board graphics card modelDiffersIntel® HD Graphics 3000Intel® HD Graphics 4000
On-board graphics card base frequency650 MHz650 MHz
On-board graphics card dynamic frequency (max)Differs1150 MHz1100 MHz
On-board graphics card IDKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source0x166
Audio1 differ
Audio systemDiffersHDDolby Advanced audio
Number of built-in speakersKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source2
Speakers manufacturerKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceAltec Lansing
Built-in microphoneYesYes
Built-in speaker(s)Known for oneYesUnknown — not stated by the source
Optical driveidentical
CD read speedKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source24x
CD write speedKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source24x
CD-R read speedKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source24x
CD-R write speedKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source24x
CD-RW read speedKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source16x
CD-RW write speedKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source16x
DVD-R read speedKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source8x
DVD-R write speedKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source8x
DVD+R read speedKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source8x
DVD+R write speedKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source8x
DVD-RAM read speedKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source5x
DVD-RAM write speedKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source5x
Network3 differ
Wi-FiYesYes
Wi-Fi standards802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Ethernet LANYesYes
Ethernet LAN data ratesDiffers10,100,1000 Mbit/s10,100 Mbit/s
BluetoothDiffersYesNo
Cabling technologyDiffers10/100/1000Base-T(X)10/100Base-T(X)
Integrated 4G WiMAXYesYes
Networking featuresKnown for oneGigabit EthernetUnknown — not stated by the source
Top Wi-Fi standardKnown for oneWi-Fi 4 (802.11n)Unknown — not stated by the source
Bluetooth versionKnown for one4.0Unknown — not stated by the source
Ports & interfaces2 differ
USB 2.0 ports quantityDiffers21
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantityDiffers12
eSATA/USB 2.0 ports quantity00
eSATA/USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) ports quantity00
eSATA ports quantity00
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports11
HDMI ports quantity11
DisplayPorts quantity00
DVI portNoNo
VGA (D-Sub) ports quantity11
Firewire (IEEE 1394) ports00
Thunderbolt ports quantity00
Headphone outputs11
S/PDIF out portNoNo
Microphone inYesYes
Docking connectorKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceNo
ExpressCard slotNoNo
CardBus PCMCIA slots quantity00
CardBus PCMCIA slot typeNoNo
SmartCard slotNoNo
Headphone connectivity3.5 mm3.5 mm
Microphone connectivity3.5 mm3.5 mm
Performance1 differ
Motherboard chipsetDiffersIntel HM77 ExpressIntel HM76 Express
Keyboard1 differ
Pointing deviceTouchpadTouchpad
Numeric keypadDiffersNoYes
Island-style keyboardKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Full-size keyboardYesYes
Windows keysYesYes
Softwareidentical
Operating system installedKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceWindows 8
Operating system architectureKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source64-bit
Drivers includedKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Processor special features3 differ
Intel® Wireless Display (Intel® WiDi)YesYes
CPU configuration (max)11
Embedded options availableNoNo
Enhanced Intel SpeedStep TechnologyYesYes
Execute Disable BitYesYes
Graphics & IMC lithographyKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source22 nm
Idle StatesYesYes
Intel 64YesYes
Intel Clear Video TechnologyKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceNo
Intel Demand Based SwitchingNoNo
Intel Dual Display Capable TechnologyKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Intel Enhanced Halt StateKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Intel FDI TechnologyYesYes
Intel Fast Memory AccessYesYes
Intel Flex Memory AccessYesYes
Intel Identity Protection Technology versionKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source1.00
Intel Rapid Storage TechnologyKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceNo
Intel Secure Key Technology versionKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source1.00
Intel Trusted Execution TechnologyNoNo
Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT)YesYes
Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x)YesYes
Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d)NoNo
Intel® AES New Instructions (Intel® AES-NI)DiffersNoYes
Intel® Anti-Theft Technology (Intel® AT)YesYes
Intel® Clear Video HD Technology (Intel® CVT HD)YesYes
Intel® Clear Video Technology for Mobile Internet Devices (Intel CVT for MID)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceNo
Intel® Hyper Threading Technology (Intel® HT Technology)YesYes
Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)YesYes
Intel® InTru™ 3D TechnologyYesYes
Intel® Insider™YesYes
Intel® My WiFi Technology (Intel® MWT)YesYes
Intel® Quick Sync Video TechnologyYesYes
Intel® Secure KeyKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Intel® Small Business Advantage (Intel® SBA)NoNo
Intel® Smart CacheKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Intel® Turbo Boost TechnologyDiffersNo2.0
Processor ARK IDDiffers7454272056
Processor codeKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceSR0WX
Processor package sizeKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source31 x 24 (BGA1023)
Supported instruction setsAVXAVX
Thermal Monitoring TechnologiesYesYes
Conflict-Free processorYesYes
Batteryidentical
Battery technologyLithium-Ion (Li-Ion)Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Number of battery cells66
Power1 differ
AC adapter powerDiffers65 W90 W
AC adapter frequencyKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source50 - 60 Hz
AC adapter input voltageKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source100 - 240 V
AC adapter output voltageKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source19 V
Power auto-sensingKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
DC-in jackYesYes
Security1 differ
Cable lock slotDiffersNoYes
Operational conditionsidentical
Operating temperature (T-T)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source5 - 35 °C
Storage temperature (T-T)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source-20 - 60 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source10 - 90%
Storage relative humidity (H-H)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source5 - 95%
Operating altitudeKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source-15 - 3048 m
Non-operating altitudeKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source-15 - 12192 m
Sustainabilityidentical
Sustainability certificatesKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceEPEAT Silver, ENERGY STAR
Weight & dimensions3 differ
WeightDiffers2.2 kg2.48 kg
WidthDiffers342 mm376 mm
DepthDiffers245 mm244 mm
HeightKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source36.3 mm
Height (front)Known for one2.78 cmUnknown — not stated by the source
Height (rear)Known for one3.41 cmUnknown — not stated by the source
Packaging dataidentical
Package widthKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source520 mm
Package depthKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source80 mm
Package heightKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source345 mm
Package weightKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source3.34 kg
Packaging contentidentical
AC adapter includedYesYes
Cables includedKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceAC
ManualKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Quick start guideKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Other featuresidentical
Wake-on-LAN readyKnown for oneYesUnknown — not stated by the source
Intel segment taggingKnown for oneEnterprise, Small BusinessUnknown — not stated by the source
Supplied AC adapter typeKnown for oneACUnknown — not stated by the source

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