Side by side comparison and review of ASUS Chromebook Flip CL5 (CL5500FDA) 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 | ASUS Chromebook Flip CL5 (CL5500FDA) | Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) |
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| Product Type | Chromebook - flip design | Chromebook |
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| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 35.76 cm x 24.08 cm x 1.85 cm | 32.54 cm x 21.7 cm x 1.983 cm |
| Weight | 1.95 kg | 1.56 kg |
| Case Material | Aluminum, plastic | Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top) |
| Colour | Black (top), mineral grey (LCD cover), gun grey (bottom) | Abyss blue |
| DISPLAY | ASUS Chromebook Flip CL5 (CL5500FDA) | Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) |
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| Screen Size (Type) | 15.6" | 14" - IPS |
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| Touchscreen | Yes | - |
| LCD Backlight Technology | LED backlight | LED backlight |
| Screen Resolution | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) |
| Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
| Image Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Image Brightness | 250 cd/m² | 250 cd/m² |
| Colour Gamut | 45% NTSC | 45% NTSC |
| Features | Glossy, WideView, NanoEdge display | Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle |
| PROCESSOR | ASUS Chromebook Flip CL5 (CL5500FDA) | Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) |
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| CPU | AMD Ryzen 3 3250C / 2.6 GHz | Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz |
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| Max Turbo Speed | 3.5 GHz | 4.4 GHz |
| Number of Cores | Dual-Core | 10-core |
| Cache | 4 MB | 12 MB |
| Features | - | Integrated memory controller |
| MEMORY | ASUS Chromebook Flip CL5 (CL5500FDA) | Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) |
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| RAM | 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) | 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) |
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| RAM Type | DDR4 SDRAM | LPDDR4X SDRAM |
| Speed | - | 4266 MHz |
| Rated Speed | - | 4266 MHz |
| STORAGE | ASUS Chromebook Flip CL5 (CL5500FDA) | Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) |
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| Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 128 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) | 128 GB eMMC - eMMC 5.1 |
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| AUDIO & VIDEO | ASUS Chromebook Flip CL5 (CL5500FDA) | Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) |
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| Graphics Processor (GPU) | AMD Radeon Graphics | Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
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| Max Monitors Supported | - | 3 external monitor(s) |
| Camera | Yes - 720p | Yes - 1080p |
| Camera Features | - | Privacy shutter, fixed focus |
| Sound | Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone | Stereo speakers, dual array microphone |
| Codec | - | Realtek ALC5682I |
| Compliant Standards | - | High Definition Audio, Waves MaxxAudio |
| COMMUNICATIONS | ASUS Chromebook Flip CL5 (CL5500FDA) | Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) |
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| Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) |
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| Wireless Controller | - | Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - M.2 Card |
| Features | Dual stream (2x2) | Dual stream (2x2) |
| BATTERY | ASUS Chromebook Flip CL5 (CL5500FDA) | Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) |
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| Technology | 3-cell Lithium Ion | Lithium polymer |
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| Battery Capacity (Size) | 57 Wh | 57 Wh |
| Battery Life | - | Up to 11 hours |
| AC ADAPTER | ASUS Chromebook Flip CL5 (CL5500FDA) | 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, 15 V, 3 A | 65 Watt |
| INPUT | ASUS Chromebook Flip CL5 (CL5500FDA) | Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) |
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| Type | Keyboard, touchpad | Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav |
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| Keyboard Backlight | Yes | Yes |
| Features | Chiclet keyboard | Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Chrome keyboard |
| CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | ASUS Chromebook Flip CL5 (CL5500FDA) | Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) |
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| Interfaces | 2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery) USB 3.2 Gen 2 HDMI 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 | ASUS Chromebook Flip CL5 (CL5500FDA) | Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) |
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| Operating System (OS) | Google Chrome OS | Google Chrome OS |
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| MISCELLANEOUS | ASUS Chromebook Flip CL5 (CL5500FDA) | Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) |
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| Included Accessories | Stylus holder, USB-C power adapter, USI stylus | USB-C slim power adapter |
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| Security | Titan-C Security Chip | Google Security Chip H1 |
| Security Slot Type | - | Kensington nano security slot |
| Theft/Intrusion Protection | - | Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) |
| Features | ErgoLift, MIL-STD-810H tested | RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested |
| Compliant Standards | - | RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 |
| Repairability Index | 6.2 (out of 10) | - |
| ENERGY STAR Certified | Yes | - |
| Max Operating Temperature | - | 35 °C |
| Min Operating Temperature | - | 5 °C |
| Humidity Range Operating | - | 8 - 95% |
| Manufacturer Warranty | - | Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return |
| Model Number | E60168 | - |
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