ASUS Chromebook Flip CX3 (CB3400FMA) vs. Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)

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Side by side comparison and review of ASUS Chromebook Flip CX3 (CB3400FMA) and Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516). 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.

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ASUS Chromebook Flip CX3 (CB3400FMA) vs. Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS Chromebook Flip CX3 (CB3400FMA) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
Product Type Chromebook - flip design Chromebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.5 cm x 21.98 cm x 1.99 cm 35.65 cm x 24.96 cm x 2.13 cm
Weight 1.65 kg 2 kg
Case Material - Anodised aluminium
Colour AI blue Titanium grey
DISPLAY ASUS Chromebook Flip CX3 (CB3400FMA) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 16" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes -
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 120 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 350 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Glossy, WideView, 80% screen-to-body ratio Anti-glare, matte, ComfyView, 25 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display
PROCESSOR ASUS Chromebook Flip CX3 (CB3400FMA) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
CPU Intel Core i3 (11th Gen) 1110G4 / 2.5 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1240P / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 12-core
Cache 6 MB 12 MB
Features Intel Smart Cache Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost)
MEMORY ASUS Chromebook Flip CX3 (CB3400FMA) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
STORAGE ASUS Chromebook Flip CX3 (CB3400FMA) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD PCIe - Western Digital
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS Chromebook Flip CX3 (CB3400FMA) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - Full HD
Resolution 5 Megapixel (rear) -
Camera Features Privacy shutter, World Facing Camera Temporal Noise Reduction
Video Resolutions - 1920 x 1080
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Four speakers, two microphones
Compliant Standards - DTS Sound, Smart Amplifier
Audio Features Smart Amp -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS Chromebook Flip CX3 (CB3400FMA) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - M.2 1216
Network Interface - 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS Chromebook Flip CX3 (CB3400FMA) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 50 Wh 65 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 10 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS Chromebook Flip CX3 (CB3400FMA) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 45 Watt, 15 V, 3 A 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT ASUS Chromebook Flip CX3 (CB3400FMA) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
Type Keyboard, touchpad, stylus Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard Anti-ghosting, moisture-resistant, OceanGlass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS Chromebook Flip CX3 (CB3400FMA) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (DC-In combo, Power Delivery)
LAN (RJ-45)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE ASUS Chromebook Flip CX3 (CB3400FMA) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
Operating System (OS) Google Chrome OS Google Chrome OS
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS Chromebook Flip CX3 (CB3400FMA) Acer Chromebook 516 GE (CBG516)
Included Accessories Stylus, USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter, 3-cell Li-Ion 65Wh battery
Security Titan-C Security Chip -
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Fanless, ErgoLift, MIL-STD-810H tested -
Compliant Standards RoHS -
SAR Value - 1.17 W/kg (body), 1.17 W/kg (head), 1.17 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Bronze -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number E10046 1H
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