Side by side comparison and review of Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314) and Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314) | Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) |
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Product Type | Chromebook - flip design | Chromebook |
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Dimensions (WxDxH) | 32.64 cm x 22.75 cm x 1.995 cm | 32.54 cm x 21.7 cm x 1.983 cm |
Weight | 1.5 kg | 1.56 kg |
Case Material | Polycarbonate, ABS plastic | Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top) |
Colour | Pure silver | Abyss blue |
DISPLAY | Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314) | Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) |
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Screen Size (Type) | 14" | 14" - IPS |
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Touchscreen | Yes (multi-touch) | - |
LCD Backlight Technology | LED backlight | LED backlight |
Screen Resolution | 1366 x 768 (HD) | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) |
Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
Image Aspect Ratio | - | 16:9 |
Image Brightness | 220 cd/m² | 250 cd/m² |
Colour Gamut | - | 45% NTSC |
Features | Corning Gorilla glass, glare, CineCrystal, 10 ms response rate, one glass metal mesh (OGM) | Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle |
PROCESSOR | Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314) | Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) |
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CPU | Intel Celeron N4500 / 1.1 GHz | Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz |
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Max Turbo Speed | 2.8 GHz | 4.4 GHz |
Number of Cores | Dual-Core | 10-core |
Cache | L3 - 4 MB | 12 MB |
Features | Intel Burst Technology | Integrated memory controller |
MEMORY | Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314) | Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) |
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RAM | 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) | 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) |
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RAM Type | LPDDR4X SDRAM | LPDDR4X SDRAM |
Speed | - | 4266 MHz |
Rated Speed | - | 4266 MHz |
STORAGE | Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314) | Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) |
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Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 64 GB eMMC - Kingston | 128 GB eMMC - eMMC 5.1 |
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AUDIO & VIDEO | Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314) | Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) |
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Graphics Processor (GPU) | Intel UHD Graphics | Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
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Max Monitors Supported | - | 3 external monitor(s) |
Camera | Yes - HD | Yes - 1080p |
Camera Features | - | Privacy shutter, fixed focus |
Sound | Stereo speakers, two microphones | Stereo speakers, dual array microphone |
Codec | - | Realtek ALC5682I |
Compliant Standards | DTS Sound | High Definition Audio, Waves MaxxAudio |
COMMUNICATIONS | Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314) | Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) |
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Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 | Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) |
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Wireless Controller | Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 1216 | Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - M.2 Card |
Features | Dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO | Dual stream (2x2) |
BATTERY | Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314) | Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) |
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Technology | 3-cell Lithium Ion | Lithium polymer |
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Battery Capacity (Size) | 48 Wh | 57 Wh |
Battery Life | Up to 10 hours | Up to 11 hours |
AC ADAPTER | Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314) | Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) |
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Input | AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) | AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) |
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Output | 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V | 65 Watt |
INPUT | Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314) | Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) |
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Type | Keyboard, touchpad | Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav |
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Keyboard Backlight | - | Yes |
Features | Multi-gesture touch pad | Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Chrome keyboard |
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314) | Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) |
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Interfaces | HDMI USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (DC-In combo, Power Delivery) 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Headphone/microphone combo jack |
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 2 x Thunderbolt 4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4) (Power Delivery 3.0) HDMI Headphone/microphone combo jack |
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Memory Card Reader | Yes (microSD) | Yes (microSD) |
SOFTWARE | Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314) | Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) |
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Operating System (OS) | Google Chrome OS | Google Chrome OS |
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MISCELLANEOUS | Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314) | Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) |
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Included Accessories | USB-C power adapter | USB-C slim power adapter |
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Integrated Options | Accelerometer | - |
Security | - | Google Security Chip H1 |
Security Slot Type | Kensington security slot | Kensington nano security slot |
Theft/Intrusion Protection | Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) | Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) |
Features | Volume control | RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested |
Compliant Standards | - | RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 |
SAR Value | 0.9 W/kg (body), 0.9 W/kg (limb), 0.9 W/kg (head) | - |
Max Operating Temperature | - | 35 °C |
Min Operating Temperature | - | 5 °C |
Humidity Range Operating | - | 8 - 95% |
Manufacturer Warranty | Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in International travellers warranty - 1 year |
Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return |
Model Number | 1H | - |