Product comparison · 2 laptops

ASUS N551JX-CN191H laptop Intel® Core™ i7 i7-4720HQ vs NEC LaVie Note Standard NS350/CAR-KS Intel® Core™ i3 i3-6100U Laptop

118specifications compared
51differ
67identical
108known for one product only

Key differences

Product colour
- N551JX-CN191H laptop Intel® Core™ i7 i7-4720HQ:Grey, Stainless steel
- LaVie Note Standard NS350/CAR-KS Intel® Core™ i3 i3-6100U Laptop:Red
Display resolution
- N551JX-CN191H laptop Intel® Core™ i7 i7-4720HQ:1920 x 1080 pixels
- LaVie Note Standard NS350/CAR-KS Intel® Core™ i3 i3-6100U Laptop:1366 x 768 pixels
HD type
- N551JX-CN191H laptop Intel® Core™ i7 i7-4720HQ:Full HD
- LaVie Note Standard NS350/CAR-KS Intel® Core™ i3 i3-6100U Laptop:Not supported
Processor family
- N551JX-CN191H laptop Intel® Core™ i7 i7-4720HQ:Intel® Core™ i7
- LaVie Note Standard NS350/CAR-KS Intel® Core™ i3 i3-6100U Laptop:Intel® Core™ i3
Processor generation
- N551JX-CN191H laptop Intel® Core™ i7 i7-4720HQ:4th gen Intel® Core™ i7
- LaVie Note Standard NS350/CAR-KS Intel® Core™ i3 i3-6100U Laptop:6th gen Intel® Core™ i3
Processor model
- N551JX-CN191H laptop Intel® Core™ i7 i7-4720HQ:i7-4720HQ
- LaVie Note Standard NS350/CAR-KS Intel® Core™ i3 i3-6100U Laptop:i3-6100U
Processor cores
- N551JX-CN191H laptop Intel® Core™ i7 i7-4720HQ:4
- LaVie Note Standard NS350/CAR-KS Intel® Core™ i3 i3-6100U Laptop:2
Processor threads
- N551JX-CN191H laptop Intel® Core™ i7 i7-4720HQ:8
- LaVie Note Standard NS350/CAR-KS Intel® Core™ i3 i3-6100U Laptop:4

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Comparison of N551JX-CN191H, NS350/CAR-KS
226 specifications	A ASUS N551JX-CN191H laptop Intel® Core™ i7 i7-4720HQ Model N551JX-CN191H View product	B NEC LaVie Note Standard NS350/CAR-KS Intel® Core™ i3 i3-6100U Laptop Model NS350/CAR-KS View product
Design1 differ
Product type	Laptop	Laptop
Product colourDiffers	Grey, Stainless steel	Red
Form factor	Clamshell	Clamshell
Display2 differ
Display diagonal	39.6 cm (15.6")	39.6 cm (15.6")
Display resolutionDiffers	1920 x 1080 pixels	1366 x 768 pixels
Touchscreen	No	No
HD typeDiffers	Full HD	Not supported
LED backlight	Yes	Yes
Native aspect ratio	16:9	16:9
Display surfaceKnown for one	Matt	Unknown — not stated by the source
Processor18 differ
Processor manufacturer	Intel	Intel
Processor familyDiffers	Intel® Core™ i7	Intel® Core™ i3
Processor generationDiffers	4th gen Intel® Core™ i7	6th gen Intel® Core™ i3
Processor modelDiffers	i7-4720HQ	i3-6100U
Processor coresDiffers	4	2
Processor threadsDiffers	8	4
Processor frequencyDiffers	2.6 GHz	2.3 GHz
System bus rateDiffers	5 GT/s	4 GT/s
Processor cacheDiffers	6 MB	3 MB
Processor cache typeDiffers	L3	Smart Cache
Processor socketDiffers	BGA 1364	BGA 1356
Processor lithographyDiffers	22 nm	14 nm
Processor operating modes	64-bit	64-bit
Processor seriesDiffers	Intel Core i7-4700 Mobile series	Intel Core i3-6100 series
Processor codenameDiffers	Haswell	Skylake
Bus typeDiffers	DMI2	QPI
FSB ParityKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	No
SteppingDiffers	C0	D1
Thermal Design Power (TDP)Differs	47 W	15 W
Configurable TDP-downKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	7.5 W
Configurable TDP-down frequencyKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	0.8 GHz
Tjunction	100 °C	100 °C
Maximum number of PCI Express lanesDiffers	16	12
PCI Express configurationsDiffers	1x16, 2x8, 1x8+2x4	1x4, 4x1
PCI Express slots version	3.0	3.0
ECC supported by processor	No	No
Processor boost frequencyKnown for one	3.6 GHz	Unknown — not stated by the source
Memory1 differ
Internal memoryDiffers	8 GB	4 GB
Internal memory type	DDR3L-SDRAM	DDR3L-SDRAM
Memory clock speed	1600 MHz	1600 MHz
Memory form factor	SO-DIMM	SO-DIMM
Memory layout (slots x size)Known for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	1 x 4 GB
Memory slots	2x SO-DIMM	2x SO-DIMM
Maximum internal memory	16 GB	16 GB
Storage4 differ
Total storage capacityDiffers	1.12 TB	1 TB
Storage mediaDiffers	HDD+SSD	HDD
Number of HDDs installedKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	1
HDD capacityKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	1 TB
HDD interfaceKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	SATA
HDD speedKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	5400 RPM
Optical drive typeDiffers	DVD Super Multi	Blu-Ray RW
Card reader integrated	Yes	Yes
Compatible memory cardsDiffers	MMC, Memory Stick (MS), MS PRO, SD, MS PRO Duo, SDXC	SDHC, SDXC
Number of SSDs installedKnown for one	1	Unknown — not stated by the source
SSD capacityKnown for one	128 GB	Unknown — not stated by the source
Graphics8 differ
On-board graphics card	Yes	Yes
Discrete graphics cardDiffers	Yes	No
Discrete graphics card modelDiffers	NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 950M	Not available
On-board graphics card family	Intel® HD Graphics	Intel® HD Graphics
On-board graphics card modelDiffers	Intel® HD Graphics 4600	Intel® HD Graphics 520
Maximum on-board graphics card memory	1.74 GB	1.74 GB
On-board graphics card base frequencyDiffers	400 MHz	300 MHz
On-board graphics card dynamic frequency (max)Differs	1200 MHz	1000 MHz
On-board graphics card DirectX versionDiffers	11.2/12	12.0
On-board graphics card OpenGL versionDiffers	4.3	4.4
On-board graphics card IDDiffers	0x416	1916
Graphics card Open GL supportKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	Yes
Discrete graphics card memoryKnown for one	2 GB	Unknown — not stated by the source
Discrete graphics memory typeKnown for one	GDDR3	Unknown — not stated by the source
Audioidentical
Number of built-in speakersKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	2
Speakers manufacturerKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	YAMAHA
Speaker powerKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	2 W
Built-in microphoneKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	Yes
Cameraidentical
Front camera	Yes	Yes
Swivel webcamKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	No
Rear cameraKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	No
Optical driveidentical
CD read speedKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	24x
CD write speedKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	24x
CD-R read speedKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	24x
CD-R write speedKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	24x
CD-RW read speedKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	24x
CD-RW write speedKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	10x
DVD-R read speedKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	8x
DVD-R write speedKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	8x
DVD-R Double Layer read speedKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	8x
DVD-R Double Layer write speedKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	6x
DVD-RW read speedKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	8x
DVD-RW write speedKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	6x
DVD+R read speedKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	8x
DVD+R write speedKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	8x
DVD+R Double Layer read speedKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	8x
DVD+R Double Layer write speedKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	6x
DVD+RW read speedKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	8x
DVD+RW write speedKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	8x
DVD-RAM read speedKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	5x
DVD-RAM write speedKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	5x
BD-R read speedKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	6x
BD-R write speedKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	6x
BD-R Dual Layer read speedKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	6x
BD-R Dual Layer write speedKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	6x
BD-R XL read speedKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	6x
BD-R XL write speedKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	4x
BD-RE read speedKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	6x
BD-RE write speedKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	2x
BD-RE Dual Layer read speedKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	6x
BD-RE Dual Layer write speedKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	2x
BD-RE XL read speedKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	4x
BD-RE XL write speedKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	2x
Disc types supportedKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	BD-R, BD-R DL, BD-R XL, BD-RE, BD-RE DL, BD-RE XL, CD-R, CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+R DL, DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RAM, DVD-ROM, DVD-RW
Network2 differ
Wi-Fi	Yes	Yes
Wi-Fi standardsDiffers	802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)	802.11a, Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Wi-Fi data rate (max)Known for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	867 Mbit/s
Ethernet LAN	Yes	Yes
Ethernet LAN data ratesDiffers	10,1000,100 Mbit/s	10,100,1000 Mbit/s
Bluetooth	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth version	4.0	4.0
Ports & interfaces2 differ
USB 2.0 ports quantityDiffers	0	1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantityDiffers	3	2
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports	1	1
HDMI ports quantity	1	1
DisplayPorts quantity	0	0
DVI port	No	No
VGA (D-Sub) ports quantity	0	0
Thunderbolt ports quantity	0	0
Headphone outputsKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	1
S/PDIF out portKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	No
Combo headphone/mic port	Yes	Yes
Docking connector	No	No
ExpressCard slotKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	No
CardBus PCMCIA slots quantityKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	0
CardBus PCMCIA slot typeKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	No
SmartCard slotKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	No
USB Sleep-and-ChargeKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	Yes
Mini DisplayPorts quantityKnown for one	1	Unknown — not stated by the source
Performanceidentical
GPS (satellite)Known for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	No
Motherboard chipsetKnown for one	Intel® HM86	Unknown — not stated by the source
Keyboardidentical
Pointing device	Touchpad	Touchpad
Numeric keypad	Yes	Yes
Full-size keyboard	Yes	Yes
Keyboard number of keysKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	106
Windows keys	Yes	Yes
Software1 differ
Operating system installedDiffers	Windows 8.1	Windows 10 Home
Operating system architecture	64-bit	64-bit
Trial softwareKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	Office Home & Business Premium
Processor special features8 differ
Intel® Wireless Display (Intel® WiDi)	Yes	Yes
CPU configuration (max)	1	1
Embedded options availableDiffers	No	Yes
Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology	Yes	Yes
Execute Disable Bit	Yes	Yes
Graphics & IMC lithographyKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	14 nm
Idle States	Yes	Yes
Intel 64	Yes	Yes
Intel Clear Video TechnologyKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	Yes
Intel Demand Based SwitchingKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	No
Intel Dual Display Capable TechnologyKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	No
Intel Enhanced Halt State	Yes	Yes
Intel FDI TechnologyDiffers	Yes	No
Intel Fast Memory AccessKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	No
Intel Flex Memory AccessKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	Yes
Intel Identity Protection Technology version	1.00	1.00
Intel Rapid Storage TechnologyKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	No
Intel Secure Key Technology version	1.00	1.00
Intel Small Business Advantage (SBA) versionKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	1.00
Intel Smart Response Technology versionKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	1.00
Intel Software Guard Extensions (Intel SGX)Known for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	Yes
Intel Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP)Known for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	No
Intel Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP) versionKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	0.00
Intel TSX-NI	No	No
Intel TSX-NI versionDiffers	0.00	1.00
Intel Trusted Execution Technology	No	No
Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT)	Yes	Yes
Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x)	Yes	Yes
Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d)	Yes	Yes
Intel® AES New Instructions (Intel® AES-NI)	Yes	Yes
Intel® Anti-Theft Technology (Intel® AT)Differs	Yes	No
Intel® Clear Video HD Technology (Intel® CVT HD)	Yes	Yes
Intel® Clear Video Technology for Mobile Internet Devices (Intel CVT for MID)Known for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	Yes
Intel® Hyper Threading Technology (Intel® HT Technology)	Yes	Yes
Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)	Yes	Yes
Intel® InTru™ 3D Technology	Yes	Yes
Intel® Insider™	Yes	Yes
Intel® My WiFi Technology (Intel® MWT)Known for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	Yes
Intel® OS GuardKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	Yes
Intel® Quick Sync Video Technology	Yes	Yes
Intel® Secure Key	Yes	Yes
Intel® Small Business Advantage (Intel® SBA)Known for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	Yes
Intel® Smart Cache	Yes	Yes
Intel® Smart Response TechnologyKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	Yes
Intel® Turbo Boost Technology	No	No
Processor ARK IDDiffers	78934	88180
Processor codeDiffers	SR1Q8	SR2EU
Processor package sizeDiffers	37.5 x 32 x 1.6 mm	42 X 24 mm
Supported instruction setsDiffers	AVX 2.0, SSE4.1, SSE4.2	SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX 2.0
Thermal Monitoring Technologies	Yes	Yes
Conflict-Free processor	Yes	Yes
Batteryidentical
Battery technologyKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery life (max)Known for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	6.2 h
Battery recharge timeKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	4.5 h
Number of battery cellsKnown for one	6	Unknown — not stated by the source
Battery capacityKnown for one	56 Wh	Unknown — not stated by the source
Poweridentical
AC adapter frequency	50 - 60 Hz	50 - 60 Hz
AC adapter input voltage	100 - 240 V	100 - 240 V
DC-in jack	Yes	Yes
AC adapter powerKnown for one	120 W	Unknown — not stated by the source
AC adapter output currentKnown for one	6.3 A	Unknown — not stated by the source
AC adapter output voltageKnown for one	19 V	Unknown — not stated by the source
Security1 differ
Cable lock slotDiffers	Yes	No
Cable lock slot typeKnown for one	Kensington	Unknown — not stated by the source
Password protectionKnown for one	Yes	Unknown — not stated by the source
Password protection typeKnown for one	BIOS, HDD, User	Unknown — not stated by the source
Weight & dimensions3 differ
WeightDiffers	2.7 kg	2.5 kg
WidthDiffers	383 mm	382 mm
DepthDiffers	255 mm	270 mm
HeightKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	25.7 mm
Height (front)Known for one	2.8 cm	Unknown — not stated by the source
Height (rear)Known for one	3.15 cm	Unknown — not stated by the source
Packaging contentidentical
Mouse includedKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	Yes
AC adapter includedKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	Yes
ManualKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	Yes
Other featuresidentical
3DKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	No
Power consumption (standby)Known for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	0.5 W
Power consumption (typical)Known for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	7.9 W
TV tuner integratedKnown for one	Unknown — not stated by the source	No
Certificatesidentical
Compliance certificatesKnown for one	RoHS	Unknown — not stated by the source
CertificationKnown for one	UL, TUV, MIC, CE Marking Compliance, BSMI, Australia C-TICK / NZ A-Tick Compliance, CCC, GOST-R, CB, EPEAT, EU Flower, Energy star, CECP, WEEE, Erp 2013, RoHS, JATE	Unknown — not stated by the source
Sustainabilityidentical
Sustainability certificatesKnown for one	ENERGY STAR	Unknown — not stated by the source

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