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Acer TravelMate P2 P278-M-54L6 Intel® Core™ i5 i5-6200U Laptop vs HP Spectre x2 12-a004tu Intel® Core™ m7 m7-6Y75 Hybrid (2-in-1)

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  • 136specifications compared
  • 56differ
  • 80identical
  • 56known for one product only

Key differences

  • Product type
    • TravelMate P2 P278-M-54L6 Intel® Core™ i5 i5-6200U Laptop:Laptop
    • Spectre x2 12-a004tu Intel® Core™ m7 m7-6Y75 Hybrid (2-in-1):Hybrid (2-in-1)
  • Product colour
    • TravelMate P2 P278-M-54L6 Intel® Core™ i5 i5-6200U Laptop:Black
    • Spectre x2 12-a004tu Intel® Core™ m7 m7-6Y75 Hybrid (2-in-1):Silver
  • Form factor
    • TravelMate P2 P278-M-54L6 Intel® Core™ i5 i5-6200U Laptop:Clamshell
    • Spectre x2 12-a004tu Intel® Core™ m7 m7-6Y75 Hybrid (2-in-1):Convertible (Detachable)
  • Display diagonal
    • TravelMate P2 P278-M-54L6 Intel® Core™ i5 i5-6200U Laptop:43.9 cm (17.3")
    • Spectre x2 12-a004tu Intel® Core™ m7 m7-6Y75 Hybrid (2-in-1):30.5 cm (12")
  • Display resolution
    • TravelMate P2 P278-M-54L6 Intel® Core™ i5 i5-6200U Laptop:1600 x 900 pixels
    • Spectre x2 12-a004tu Intel® Core™ m7 m7-6Y75 Hybrid (2-in-1):1920 x 1080 pixels
  • Touchscreen
    • TravelMate P2 P278-M-54L6 Intel® Core™ i5 i5-6200U Laptop:No
    • Spectre x2 12-a004tu Intel® Core™ m7 m7-6Y75 Hybrid (2-in-1):Yes
  • HD type
    • TravelMate P2 P278-M-54L6 Intel® Core™ i5 i5-6200U Laptop:HD+
    • Spectre x2 12-a004tu Intel® Core™ m7 m7-6Y75 Hybrid (2-in-1):Full HD
  • Processor family
    • TravelMate P2 P278-M-54L6 Intel® Core™ i5 i5-6200U Laptop:Intel® Core™ i5
    • Spectre x2 12-a004tu Intel® Core™ m7 m7-6Y75 Hybrid (2-in-1):Intel® Core™ m7

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Comparison of P278-M-54L6, 12-a004tu
192 specifications
Design3 differ
Product typeDiffersLaptopHybrid (2-in-1)
Product colourDiffersBlackSilver
Form factorDiffersClamshellConvertible (Detachable)
Country of originKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceChina
Display4 differ
Display diagonalDiffers43.9 cm (17.3")30.5 cm (12")
Display resolutionDiffers1600 x 900 pixels1920 x 1080 pixels
TouchscreenDiffersNoYes
HD typeDiffersHD+Full HD
LED backlightYesYes
Native aspect ratio16:916:9
Display surfaceKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceMatt
Processor15 differ
Processor manufacturerIntelIntel
Processor familyDiffersIntel® Core™ i5Intel® Core™ m7
Processor generationDiffers6th gen Intel® Core™ i5Intel® Core™ m7-6xxx
Processor modelDiffersi5-6200Um7-6Y75
Processor cores22
Processor threads44
Processor boost frequencyDiffers2.8 GHz3.1 GHz
Processor frequencyDiffers2.3 GHz1.2 GHz
Processor cacheDiffers3 MB4 MB
Processor cache typeSmart CacheSmart Cache
Processor socketDiffersLGA 1356 (Socket B2)BGA 1515
Processor lithography14 nm14 nm
Processor operating modesDiffers64-bit32-bit, 64-bit
Processor seriesDiffersIntel Core i5-6200 seriesIntel Core m7-6Y series
Processor codenameSkylakeSkylake
Bus typeDiffersQPIOPI
SteppingD1D1
Thermal Design Power (TDP)Differs15 W4.5 W
Configurable TDP-upDiffers25 W7 W
Configurable TDP-downDiffers7.5 W3.5 W
Tjunction100 °C100 °C
Maximum number of PCI Express lanesDiffers1210
PCI Express configurationsDiffers1x4, 4x11x2+2x1, 2x2, 1x4, 4x1
PCI Express slots version3.03.0
ECC supported by processorNoNo
System bus rateKnown for one4 GT/sUnknown — not stated by the source
FSB ParityKnown for oneNoUnknown — not stated by the source
Configurable TDP-up frequencyKnown for one2.4 GHzUnknown — not stated by the source
Configurable TDP-down frequencyKnown for one0.8 GHzUnknown — not stated by the source
Memory3 differ
Internal memoryDiffers4 GB8 GB
Internal memory typeDiffersDDR3L-SDRAMLPDDR3-SDRAM
Memory form factorKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceOn-board
Maximum internal memoryDiffers16 GB8 GB
Memory slotsKnown for one2x SO-DIMMUnknown — not stated by the source
Storage5 differ
Total storage capacityDiffers1 TB512 GB
Storage mediaDiffersHDDSSD
Number of SSDs installedDiffers01
SSD capacityKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source512 GB
Optical drive typeDiffersDVD Super MultiNo
Card reader integratedYesYes
Compatible memory cardsDiffersSDSD, SDHC, SDXC
Number of HDDs installedKnown for one1Unknown — not stated by the source
HDD capacityKnown for one1 TBUnknown — not stated by the source
Graphics2 differ
On-board graphics cardYesYes
Discrete graphics cardNoNo
Discrete graphics card modelNot availableNot available
On-board GPU manufacturerKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceIntel
On-board graphics card familyIntel® HD GraphicsIntel® HD Graphics
On-board graphics card modelDiffersIntel® HD Graphics 520Intel® HD Graphics 515
Maximum on-board graphics card memory1.74 GB1.74 GB
On-board graphics card base frequency300 MHz300 MHz
On-board graphics card dynamic frequency (max)1000 MHz1000 MHz
On-board graphics card DirectX version12.012.0
On-board graphics card OpenGL version4.44.4
On-board graphics card IDDiffers19160x191E
Graphics card Open GL supportKnown for oneYesUnknown — not stated by the source
Audioidentical
Number of built-in speakersKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source2
Speakers manufacturerKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceBang & Olufsen
Built-in microphoneYesYes
Cameraidentical
Front cameraYesYes
Front camera resolution (numeric)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source5 MP
Rear cameraKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Rear camera resolution (numeric)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source8 MP
Network2 differ
Wi-FiYesYes
Top Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
Wi-Fi standardsDiffers802.11a, Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), 802.11a, Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
Ethernet LANDiffersYesNo
BluetoothYesYes
Bluetooth versionKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source4.0
Ethernet LAN data ratesKnown for one10,100,1000 Mbit/sUnknown — not stated by the source
Ports & interfaces6 differ
USB 2.0 ports quantityDiffers20
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantityDiffers20
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C ports quantityKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source2
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantityKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source0
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-C ports quantityKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source0
Micro-USB 2.0 ports quantityKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source0
Micro-USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) ports quantityKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source0
eSATA/USB 2.0 ports quantityKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source0
eSATA/USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) ports quantityKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source0
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) portsDiffers10
HDMI ports quantityDiffers10
DisplayPorts quantity00
DVI portNoNo
VGA (D-Sub) ports quantityDiffers10
Firewire (IEEE 1394) portsKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source0
Thunderbolt ports quantity00
Thunderbolt 2 ports quantityKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source0
Thunderbolt 3 ports quantityKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source0
Headphone outputs00
S/PDIF out portNoNo
Combo headphone/mic portYesYes
Microphone inNoNo
Docking connectorDiffersNoYes
ExpressCard slotNoNo
CardBus PCMCIA slots quantity00
CardBus PCMCIA slot typeNoNo
SmartCard slotNoNo
Keyboard1 differ
Pointing deviceTouchpadTouchpad
Keyboard backlitKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Numeric keypadDiffersYesNo
Spill-resistant keyboardKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Windows keysYesYes
Software1 differ
Operating system installedDiffersWindows 7 ProfessionalWindows 10 Home
Operating system architecture64-bit64-bit
Recovery operating systemKnown for oneWindows 10 ProUnknown — not stated by the source
Processor special features7 differ
Intel® Wireless Display (Intel® WiDi)YesYes
CPU configuration (max)11
Embedded options availableNoNo
Enhanced Intel SpeedStep TechnologyYesYes
Execute Disable BitYesYes
Graphics & IMC lithography14 nm14 nm
Idle StatesYesYes
Intel 64YesYes
Intel Clear Video TechnologyYesYes
Intel Enhanced Halt StateYesYes
Intel Flex Memory AccessYesYes
Intel Secure Key Technology version1.001.00
Intel Small Business Advantage (SBA) version1.001.00
Intel Smart Response Technology version1.001.00
Intel Software Guard Extensions (Intel SGX)YesYes
Intel Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP)DiffersNoYes
Intel Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP) versionDiffers0.001.00
Intel TSX-NIDiffersNoYes
Intel TSX-NI version1.001.00
Intel Trusted Execution TechnologyDiffersNoYes
Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT)YesYes
Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x)YesYes
Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d)YesYes
Intel® AES New Instructions (Intel® AES-NI)YesYes
Intel® Clear Video HD Technology (Intel® CVT HD)YesYes
Intel® Clear Video Technology for Mobile Internet Devices (Intel CVT for MID)YesYes
Intel® Hyper Threading Technology (Intel® HT Technology)YesYes
Intel® InTru™ 3D TechnologyYesYes
Intel® Insider™YesYes
Intel® My WiFi Technology (Intel® MWT)YesYes
Intel® OS GuardYesYes
Intel® Quick Sync Video TechnologyYesYes
Intel® Secure KeyYesYes
Intel® Small Business Advantage (Intel® SBA)YesYes
Intel® Smart CacheYesYes
Intel® Smart Response TechnologyYesYes
Intel® Turbo Boost Technology2.02.0
Processor ARK IDDiffers8819388199
Processor codeDiffersSR2EYSR2EH
Processor package sizeDiffers42 X 24 mm20 X 16.5 mm
Supported instruction setsSSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX 2.0SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX 2.0
Thermal Monitoring TechnologiesYesYes
Conflict-Free processorYesYes
Intel Demand Based SwitchingKnown for oneNoUnknown — not stated by the source
Intel Dual Display Capable TechnologyKnown for oneNoUnknown — not stated by the source
Intel FDI TechnologyKnown for oneNoUnknown — not stated by the source
Intel Fast Memory AccessKnown for oneNoUnknown — not stated by the source
Intel HD GraphicsKnown for oneYesUnknown — not stated by the source
Intel Identity Protection Technology versionKnown for one1.00Unknown — not stated by the source
Intel Rapid Storage TechnologyKnown for oneNoUnknown — not stated by the source
Intel® Anti-Theft Technology (Intel® AT)Known for oneNoUnknown — not stated by the source
Intel® Built-in Visuals TechnologyKnown for oneYesUnknown — not stated by the source
Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)Known for oneYesUnknown — not stated by the source
Intel® Virtualization Technology (Intel® VT)Known for oneVT-x, VT-dUnknown — not stated by the source
Battery3 differ
Battery technologyDiffersLithium-Ion (Li-Ion)Lithium Polymer (LiPo)
Number of battery cellsDiffers43
Battery capacityDiffers2520 mAh42 Wh
Poweridentical
AC adapter power45 W45 W
DC-in jackYesYes
Securityidentical
Trusted Platform Module (TPM)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Cable lock slotKnown for oneNoUnknown — not stated by the source
Fingerprint readerKnown for oneNoUnknown — not stated by the source
Sustainabilityidentical
Sustainability certificatesKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceEPEAT Silver, ENERGY STAR
Weight & dimensions4 differ
WeightDiffers3 kg1.19 kg
WidthDiffers423 mm303 mm
DepthDiffers281.9 mm209 mm
HeightDiffers31.7 mm13.1 mm
Weight (tablet mode)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source820 g
Width (tablet mode)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source30.3 cm
Depth (tablet mode)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source20.9 cm
Height (tablet mode)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source8 cm
Height (front)Known for one2.75 cmUnknown — not stated by the source
Height (rear)Known for one3.17 cmUnknown — not stated by the source
Packaging contentidentical
AC adapter includedYesYes
Other featuresidentical
3DKnown for oneNoUnknown — not stated by the source
Intel segment taggingKnown for oneEnterprise, Small BusinessUnknown — not stated by the source

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