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Acer Aspire Switch vs Dell Inspiron 3168 Intel® Core™ m3 m3-6Y30 Hybrid (2-in-1)

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  • 134specifications compared
  • 48differ
  • 86identical
  • 60known for one product only

Key differences

  • Form factor
    • Aspire Switch:Convertible (Detachable)
    • Inspiron 3168 Intel® Core™ m3 m3-6Y30 Hybrid (2-in-1):Convertible (Folder)
  • Display resolution
    • Aspire Switch:1920 x 1080 pixels
    • Inspiron 3168 Intel® Core™ m3 m3-6Y30 Hybrid (2-in-1):1366 x 768 pixels
  • Processor family
    • Aspire Switch:Intel® Core™ M
    • Inspiron 3168 Intel® Core™ m3 m3-6Y30 Hybrid (2-in-1):Intel® Core™ m3
  • Processor generation
    • Aspire Switch:Intel® Core™ m-5xxx
    • Inspiron 3168 Intel® Core™ m3 m3-6Y30 Hybrid (2-in-1):6th gen Intel® Core™ m3
  • Processor model
    • Aspire Switch:M-5Y10c
    • Inspiron 3168 Intel® Core™ m3 m3-6Y30 Hybrid (2-in-1):m3-6Y30
  • Processor boost frequency
    • Aspire Switch:2 GHz
    • Inspiron 3168 Intel® Core™ m3 m3-6Y30 Hybrid (2-in-1):2.2 GHz
  • Processor frequency
    • Aspire Switch:0.8 GHz
    • Inspiron 3168 Intel® Core™ m3 m3-6Y30 Hybrid (2-in-1):0.9 GHz
  • Processor cache type
    • Aspire Switch:L3
    • Inspiron 3168 Intel® Core™ m3 m3-6Y30 Hybrid (2-in-1):Smart Cache

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Comparison of SW5-173-61BS, 3168
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Model SW5-173-61BS

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Design1 differ
Product typeHybrid (2-in-1)Hybrid (2-in-1)
Product colourGreyGrey
Form factorDiffersConvertible (Detachable)Convertible (Folder)
Display1 differ
Display diagonal29.5 cm (11.6")29.5 cm (11.6")
Display resolutionDiffers1920 x 1080 pixels1366 x 768 pixels
TouchscreenYesYes
LED backlightYesYes
Native aspect ratio16:916:9
Pixel pitchKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source0.2265 x 0.2265 mm
Dual-screenKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceNo
HD typeKnown for oneFull HDUnknown — not stated by the source
Touch technologyKnown for oneMulti-touchUnknown — not stated by the source
Processor16 differ
Processor manufacturerIntelIntel
Processor familyDiffersIntel® Core™ MIntel® Core™ m3
Processor generationDiffersIntel® Core™ m-5xxx6th gen Intel® Core™ m3
Processor modelDiffersM-5Y10cm3-6Y30
Processor cores22
Processor threads44
Processor boost frequencyDiffers2 GHz2.2 GHz
Processor frequencyDiffers0.8 GHz0.9 GHz
Processor cache4 MB4 MB
Processor cache typeDiffersL3Smart Cache
Processor socketDiffersBGA 1234BGA 1515
Processor lithography14 nm14 nm
Processor operating modes32-bit, 64-bit32-bit, 64-bit
Processor seriesDiffersIntel Core M-5Y Mobile seriesIntel Core m3-6Y series
Processor codenameDiffersBroadwellSkylake
Bus typeKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceOPI
FSB ParityNoNo
SteppingDiffersF0D1
Thermal Design Power (TDP)4.5 W4.5 W
Configurable TDP-upDiffers6 W7 W
Configurable TDP-downDiffers3.5 W3.8 W
TjunctionDiffers95 °C100 °C
Maximum number of PCI Express lanesDiffers1210
PCI Express configurationsDiffersx1 (6), x2 (4), x4 (3)1x2+2x1, 2x2, 1x4, 4x1
PCI Express slots versionDiffers2.03.0
ECC supported by processorNoNo
Configurable TDP-up frequencyKnown for one1 GHzUnknown — not stated by the source
Configurable TDP-down frequencyKnown for one0.6 GHzUnknown — not stated by the source
Scenario Design Power (SDP)Known for one3.5 WUnknown — not stated by the source
Memory1 differ
Internal memory4 GB4 GB
Internal memory typeDiffersLPDDR3-SDRAMDDR3L-SDRAM
Memory clock speedKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source1600 MHz
Memory form factorKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceSO-DIMM
Memory layout (slots x size)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source1 x 4 GB
Memory slotsKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source1x SO-DIMM
Maximum internal memoryKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source4 GB
Maximum internal memory (64-bit)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source4 GB
Storage3 differ
Total storage capacityDiffers560 GB500 GB
Storage mediaDiffersHDD+SSDHDD
Number of HDDs installed11
HDD capacity500 GB500 GB
HDD interfaceDiffersSATASATA III
HDD speedKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source5400 RPM
HDD sizeKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source2.5"
Optical drive typeNoNo
Card reader integratedYesYes
Compatible memory cardsMicroSD (TransFlash), MicroSDHC, MicroSDXCMicroSD (TransFlash), MicroSDHC, MicroSDXC
Number of SSDs installedKnown for one1Unknown — not stated by the source
SSD capacityKnown for one60 GBUnknown — not stated by the source
SSD interfaceKnown for oneSATA IIIUnknown — not stated by the source
Graphics6 differ
On-board graphics cardYesYes
Discrete graphics cardNoNo
Discrete graphics card modelNot availableNot available
On-board graphics card familyIntel® HD GraphicsIntel® HD Graphics
On-board graphics card modelDiffersIntel® HD Graphics 5300Intel® HD Graphics 515
Maximum on-board graphics card memoryDiffers16 GB1.74 GB
On-board graphics card base frequency300 MHz300 MHz
On-board graphics card dynamic frequency (max)Differs800 MHz850 MHz
On-board graphics card DirectX versionDiffers11.2/1212.0
On-board graphics card OpenGL versionDiffers4.34.4
On-board graphics card IDDiffers0x161E0x191E
Graphics card Open GL supportYesYes
Audioidentical
Audio systemKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceMaxxAudio
Number of built-in speakersKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source2
Speakers manufacturerKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceWaves
Speaker powerKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source2 W
Built-in microphoneYesYes
Cameraidentical
Front cameraYesYes
Front camera resolution (numeric)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source0.92 MP
Front camera resolutionKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source1280 x 720 pixels
Video capturing speedKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source30 fps
Network1 differ
Wi-FiYesYes
Wi-Fi standardsDiffers802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Ethernet LANNoNo
BluetoothYesYes
Bluetooth versionKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source4.0
Ports & interfaces3 differ
USB 2.0 ports quantityDiffers02
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity11
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports00
HDMI ports quantityDiffers01
HDMI versionKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source1.4a
DisplayPorts quantity00
DVI portNoNo
VGA (D-Sub) ports quantity00
Thunderbolt ports quantity00
Combo headphone/mic portYesYes
Docking connectorDiffersYesNo
Keyboardidentical
Pointing deviceTouchpadTouchpad
Numeric keypadNoNo
Windows keysYesYes
Software1 differ
Operating system installedDiffersWindows 8.1Windows 10 Home
Operating system architecture64-bit64-bit
Drivers includedKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Processor special features10 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 TechnologyDiffersNoYes
Intel Demand Based SwitchingNoNo
Intel Dual Display Capable TechnologyNoNo
Intel Enhanced Halt StateYesYes
Intel FDI TechnologyDiffersYesNo
Intel Fast Memory AccessDiffersYesNo
Intel Flex Memory AccessYesYes
Intel HD GraphicsYesYes
Intel Rapid Storage TechnologyNoNo
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)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Intel Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP)NoNo
Intel Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP) version0.000.00
Intel TSX-NINoNo
Intel TSX-NI versionDiffers0.001.00
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)YesYes
Intel® AES New Instructions (Intel® AES-NI)YesYes
Intel® Anti-Theft Technology (Intel® AT)NoNo
Intel® Built-in Visuals TechnologyYesYes
Intel® Clear Video HD Technology (Intel® CVT HD)YesYes
Intel® Clear Video Technology for Mobile Internet Devices (Intel CVT for MID)DiffersNoYes
Intel® Hyper Threading Technology (Intel® HT Technology)YesYes
Intel® InTru™ 3D TechnologyYesYes
Intel® Insider™YesYes
Intel® My WiFi Technology (Intel® MWT)DiffersNoYes
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 IDDiffers8523488198
Processor codeDiffersSR23CSR2EN
Processor package sizeDiffers30 x 16.5 mm20 X 16.5 mm
Supported instruction setsDiffersAVX 2.0, SSE4.1, SSE4.2SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX 2.0
Thermal Monitoring TechnologiesYesYes
Conflict-Free processorYesYes
Intel Identity Protection Technology versionKnown for one1.00Unknown — not stated by the source
Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)Known for oneYesUnknown — not stated by the source
Battery1 differ
Number of battery cells22
Battery capacityDiffers4420 mAh32 Wh
Battery voltageKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source7.6 V
Battery life (max)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source8 h
Battery recharge timeKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source4 h
Battery technologyKnown for oneLithium Polymer (LiPo)Unknown — not stated by the source
Poweridentical
AC adapter frequencyKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source50 - 60 Hz
AC adapter output voltageKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source19.5 V
DC-in jackYesYes
AC adapter powerKnown for one45 WUnknown — not stated by the source
Securityidentical
Cable lock slotKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Cable lock slot typeKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceNoble
Password protectionKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Operational conditionsidentical
Operating temperature (T-T)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source0 - 35 °C
Storage temperature (T-T)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source-40 - 65 °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 source0 - 95%
Operating altitudeKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source-15.2 - 3048 m
Non-operating altitudeKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source-15.2 - 10668 m
Operating shockKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source110 G
Non-operating shockKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source160 G
Operating vibrationKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source0.66 G
Non-operating vibrationKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source1.3 G
Sustainabilityidentical
Sustainability certificatesKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceEPEAT Silver, ENERGY STAR
Weight & dimensions4 differ
WeightDiffers1.46 kg1.25 kg
WidthDiffers299.5 mm291.6 mm
DepthDiffers206.7 mm201.9 mm
HeightDiffers21 mm20.9 mm
Packaging contentidentical
AC adapter includedYesYes
ManualKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Power cord includedKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Quick start guideKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Warranty cardKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Cables includedKnown for oneACUnknown — not stated by the source
Other featuresidentical
Intel segment taggingKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceHome office
3DKnown for oneNoUnknown — not stated by the source

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