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Acer TravelMate 5730-844G32Mn + EasyPort IV vs HP Compaq 8510p Intel Core™2 Duo Processor T8300 2048M/160G 15.4" WSXGA+ DVD/CD-RW WVST Bus Notebook PC

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  • 110specifications compared
  • 28differ
  • 82identical
  • 45known for one product only

Key differences

  • Display resolution
    • TravelMate 5730-844G32Mn + EasyPort IV:1280 x 800 pixels
    • Compaq 8510p Intel Core™2 Duo Processor T8300 2048M/160G 15.4" WSXGA+ DVD/CD-RW WVST Bus Notebook PC:1680 x 1050 pixels
  • Processor model
    • TravelMate 5730-844G32Mn + EasyPort IV:P8400
    • Compaq 8510p Intel Core™2 Duo Processor T8300 2048M/160G 15.4" WSXGA+ DVD/CD-RW WVST Bus Notebook PC:T8300
  • Processor frequency
    • TravelMate 5730-844G32Mn + EasyPort IV:2.26 GHz
    • Compaq 8510p Intel Core™2 Duo Processor T8300 2048M/160G 15.4" WSXGA+ DVD/CD-RW WVST Bus Notebook PC:2.4 GHz
  • Processor front side bus
    • TravelMate 5730-844G32Mn + EasyPort IV:1066 MHz
    • Compaq 8510p Intel Core™2 Duo Processor T8300 2048M/160G 15.4" WSXGA+ DVD/CD-RW WVST Bus Notebook PC:800 MHz
  • Processor socket
    • TravelMate 5730-844G32Mn + EasyPort IV:Socket 478
    • Compaq 8510p Intel Core™2 Duo Processor T8300 2048M/160G 15.4" WSXGA+ DVD/CD-RW WVST Bus Notebook PC:Socket 479
  • Thermal Design Power (TDP)
    • TravelMate 5730-844G32Mn + EasyPort IV:25 W
    • Compaq 8510p Intel Core™2 Duo Processor T8300 2048M/160G 15.4" WSXGA+ DVD/CD-RW WVST Bus Notebook PC:35 W
  • CPU multiplier (bus/core ratio)
    • TravelMate 5730-844G32Mn + EasyPort IV:8.5
    • Compaq 8510p Intel Core™2 Duo Processor T8300 2048M/160G 15.4" WSXGA+ DVD/CD-RW WVST Bus Notebook PC:12
  • Internal memory
    • TravelMate 5730-844G32Mn + EasyPort IV:4 GB
    • Compaq 8510p Intel Core™2 Duo Processor T8300 2048M/160G 15.4" WSXGA+ DVD/CD-RW WVST Bus Notebook PC:2 GB

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Comparison of TravelMate 5730-844G32Mn + EasyPort IV, Compaq 8510p Intel Core™2 Duo Processor T8300 2048M/160G 15.4" WSXGA+ DVD/CD-RW WVST Bus Notebook PC
155 specifications
Designidentical
Country of originKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceChina
Display1 differ
Display resolutionDiffers1280 x 800 pixels1680 x 1050 pixels
Display surfaceKnown for oneMattUnknown — not stated by the source
Processor7 differ
Processor modelDiffersP8400T8300
Processor frequencyDiffers2.26 GHz2.4 GHz
Processor front side busDiffers1066 MHz800 MHz
Processor socketDiffersSocket 478Socket 479
Processor seriesDiffersIntel Core 2 Duo P8000 SeriesIntel Core 2 Duo T8000 Series
Thermal Design Power (TDP)Differs25 W35 W
CPU multiplier (bus/core ratio)Differs8.512
Processor technologyKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceIntel Centrino w/ vPro
Memory1 differ
Internal memoryDiffers4 GB2 GB
Memory clock speedKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source667 MHz
Memory upgradeKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source4 GB
Internal memory typeKnown for oneDDR2-SDRAMUnknown — not stated by the source
Storage2 differ
Total storage capacityDiffers320 GB160 GB
HDD capacityKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source160 GB
HDD speedKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source5400 RPM
Optical drive typeDiffersDVD±RWDVD-ROM
Compatible memory cardsKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceSD
Graphics1 differ
Discrete graphics card modelDiffersIntel® GMA 4500MHDAMD Mobility Radeon X2600
Maximum graphics card memoryKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source0.256 GB
Audioidentical
Audio includedKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceHigh Definition Audio, stereo speakers, stereo headphone/line out, stereo microphone in, integrated microphone
Cameraidentical
Front cameraKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceNo
Network1 differ
Wireless technologyDiffersIEEE 802.11a/g/nIEEE 802.11a/b/g, Y
Ports & interfaces3 differ
Firewire (IEEE 1394) portsDiffers01
Docking connectorDiffersYesNo
ExpressCard slotDiffersYesNo
I/O portsKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source4 USB 2.0 ports, VGA, HDMI (sold separately), stereo microphone in, stereo headphone/line out, Firewire (1394a), power connector, RJ-11, RJ-45
Rear portsKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source1 external VGA monitor; 1 AC power
Performanceidentical
Motherboard chipsetKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceIntel® PM965 Express
Keyboardidentical
Keyboard typeKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceFull-sized
Software1 differ
Bundled softwareDiffersAcer Empowering Technology (Acer eDataSecurity, ePower, eRecovery, eSettings Management), Acer Crystal Eye, Acer GridVista, Acer Launch Manager, Adobe Reader, Corel WinDVD, NTI CD Maker / NTI Shadow, Microsoft Office Ready 2007Additional software available from the Web: HP Client Manager, Java Card Security for HP ProtectTools Preloaded software: HP ProtectTools Security Manager, HP Backup and Recovery Manager, HP Client Manager Software, HP OpenView Radia Management Agent, HP Client Management Interface, HP QuickLook (Wi
Compatible operating systemsKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceGenuine Windows Vista Enterprise, Genuine Windows 2000, SuSE Linux Enterpise Desktop 10
Processor special features4 differ
Embedded options availableDiffersYesNo
Intel Trusted Execution TechnologyDiffersYesNo
Processor ARK IDDiffers3556933099
Processor codeDiffersSL3BUSLAPR
Battery1 differ
Number of battery cellsDiffers68
Battery life (max)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source5 h
Securityidentical
Security management descriptionKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceKensington Lock slot, Symantec Norton Internet Security, HP Privacy Filter (optional)
Fingerprint readerKnown for oneYesUnknown — not stated by the source
Password protection typeKnown for oneBIOSUnknown — not stated by the source
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-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, 5 - 90
Non-operating altitudeKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source9100
Certificatesidentical
CertificationKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceENERGY STAR qualified
Weight & dimensions4 differ
WeightDiffers2.88 kg2.8 kg
WidthDiffers360 mm357 mm
DepthDiffers267 mm260 mm
Height (front)Differs3.03 cm2.8 cm
Weight (imperial)Known for oneUnknown — not stated by the source6.1 lb Starting at weight; varies by configuration and component.
Height (rear)Known for one4.3 cmUnknown — not stated by the source
Hard driveidentical
Storage drive typeKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source160 GB 5400 rpm SATA
Storage drive controllerKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceSATA
Videoidentical
Video card featuresKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceATI Mobility Radeon X2600
Other features2 differ
Battery typeKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source8-cell (73 WHr) Lithium-Ion
Power managementKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source8-cell (73 WHr) Lithium-Ion battery, optional HP Extended Life Battery (52WHr), optional HP Ultra-Capacity Battery (95WHr)
Power requirementsKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceExternal 90W HP Smart AC adapter, HP Fast Charge 8-cell (73 WHr) Lithium-Ion battery
Power supply typeKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceExternal 90-watt Smart AC adapter, 6-foot (1.8-meter) power cord included.; Total length including external AC adapter is 12 feet (3.66 meter).; HP Fast Charge
Modem typeDiffersITU V.9256K
Manageability featuresKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceIntel Centrino with vPro technology capable
Docking solutionKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceHP Basic Docking Station, HP Advanced Docking Station, HP 3-in1 NAS Docking, External MultiBay II, HP Monitor Stand, HP Adjustable Notebook Stand (all sold separately)
Expansion slotsKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceSlots available for additional devices: 1 Type I/II PC Card slot supports both 32-bit CardBus and 16-bit cards, 1 Secure digital slot
Multi-bay devicesKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceOptional external Multibay II devices
Multimedia featuresKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceHigh Definition Audio support w/24-bit DAC; Integrated stereo speakers; Integrated microphone; Touch-sensitive controls for volume up, volume down, and mute; Stereo headphone/line out; Stereo microphone in
Protection toolsKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceHP ProtectTools, TPM Embedded Security Chip 1.2, HP Fingerprint Sensor, integrated Smart Card Reader, HP Disk Sanitizer
Supplied AC adapter typeDiffersACAC, 1000, UP
UNSPSC-codeKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source43211503
Wake-on-LAN readyKnown for oneYesUnknown — not stated by the source
Wake-on-Ring readyKnown for oneYesUnknown — not stated by the source

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