Acer launches three TravelMate B-series laptops for the education market

Acer announced the launch of three TravelMate B-series laptops, all with durable designs, namely the TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31), TravelMate B3 Spin 11 (TMB311R-33), and TravelMate B3 11 (TMB311-33). It is equipped with the Windows 11 operating system and is designed to improve the learning experience of students and improve the efficiency of learning at school or at home.

According to TechPowerup, the TravelMate B5 14 is powered by an Intel Core i3-N305 processor, equipped with a 14-inch FHD display, an HDR webcam with a privacy shutter, and dual digital microphones, utilizes Acer’s Purified Voice and AI noise-canceling technology to suppress background noise during calls, delivering up to 7.5 hours of battery life. It has two USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports, one USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C port, built-in Intel Wi-Fi 6E wireless network card, combined with 2×2 MU-MIMO wireless technology, providing smooth connection speed and uninterrupted network connection.

This time TravelMate B3 Spin 11 and TravelMate B3 11 are upgraded products of the TravelMate B series, pre-installed with Windows 11 Professional Education Edition or Windows 11 SE. The former has a battery life of 10 hours and the latter 9.5 hours. It features an Intel N200 series processor, an optional 11.6-inch touchscreen display, enhanced privacy settings, and modern educational apps. The TravelMate B3 Spin 11 also comes with a Wacom AES stylus option, allowing students to customize it to their learning preferences.

All of these laptops meet military-grade MIL-STD810H standards, feature a rugged design with shock-absorbing bumpers, and have hardened I/O ports. In addition, its components and accessories are made of recycled materials, carry the EPEAT green eco-label, and have obtained TCO certification to support Acer‘s sustainable development and green environmental protection policy.

Price and Availability

  • The Acer TravelMate B5 14 (TMB514-31) will be available in North America in April starting at USD 429.99, and in EMEA in March, starting at EUR 399.
  • The Acer TravelMate B3 Spin 11 (TMB311R-33) will be available in North America in April starting at USD 399.99; in EMEA in March, starting at EUR 349, and in China in March, starting at RMB 3699.
  • The Acer TravelMate B3 11 (TMB311-33) will be available in North America in April starting at USD 329.99; in EMEA in March, starting at EUR 349, and in China in March, starting at RMB 3499.