HP Chromebook 11a vs. HP Chromebook x360 (12b)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of HP Chromebook 11a and HP Chromebook x360 (12b). 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.

HP Chromebook 11a Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP Chromebook 11a based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

efficient battery life

simple user interface

adequate connectivity options

limited storage capacity

basic display quality

modest performance

no backlit keyboard

HP Chromebook x360 (12b) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP Chromebook x360 (12b) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

360-degree hinge versatility

compact and lightweight

decent battery life

touchscreen functionality

limited storage capacity

average performance

no backlit keyboard

fewer port options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP Chromebook 11a and HP Chromebook x360 (12b)
71 % - Design
66 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP Chromebook 11a vs. HP Chromebook x360 (12b) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP Chromebook 11a HP Chromebook x360 (12b)
Product Type Chromebook Chromebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.6 cm x 20.8 cm x 1.8 cm 27.2 cm x 21.6 cm x 1.73 cm
Weight 1.36 kg 1.35 kg
Colour Ash grey, textured finish Ceramic white, matte finish (cover and base) | Natural silver (keyboard frame and base), ceramic white (cover), matte base finish, paint cover and keyboard frame
DISPLAY HP Chromebook 11a HP Chromebook x360 (12b)
Screen Size (Type) 11.6" 12" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes
LCD Backlight Technology - WLED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1366 x 912 (HD+)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 235 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 50% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, Micro Edge
PROCESSOR HP Chromebook 11a HP Chromebook x360 (12b)
CPU Intel Celeron N3350 / 1.1 GHz Intel Celeron N4020 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.4 GHz 2.8 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache L2 - 2 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features Intel Burst Technology -
MEMORY HP Chromebook 11a HP Chromebook x360 (12b)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC LPDDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
STORAGE HP Chromebook 11a HP Chromebook x360 (12b)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 16 GB eMMC 64 GB eMMC
AUDIO & VIDEO HP Chromebook 11a HP Chromebook x360 (12b)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 500 Intel UHD Graphics 600
Camera Yes - HD Yes - HD
Camera Features HP TrueVision HD HP Wide Vision HD
Video Resolutions 720p 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, array microphone
Audio Features - Bang & Olufsen Audio
COMMUNICATIONS HP Chromebook 11a HP Chromebook x360 (12b)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 7265 Intel Wireless-AC 9560
Features Miracast, dual stream (2x2) Miracast, dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY HP Chromebook 11a HP Chromebook x360 (12b)
Technology 2-cell lithium polymer 2-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 47 Wh 40.31 Wh
Battery Life Up to 13 hours Up to 13.25 hours
AC ADAPTER HP Chromebook 11a HP Chromebook x360 (12b)
Output 45 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT HP Chromebook 11a HP Chromebook x360 (12b)
Type Keyboard, imagepad Keyboard, touchpad
Features Gesture function, multi-touch ImagePad Multi-touch touchpad, touchpad with gesture support
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP Chromebook 11a HP Chromebook x360 (12b)
Interfaces 2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC)
SOFTWARE HP Chromebook 11a HP Chromebook x360 (12b)
Operating System (OS) Google Chrome OS Google Chrome OS - English
Software Included Google One (100 GB Cloud Storage) (free for 1 year) Google Drive (100 GB Cloud Storage) (free for 1 year)
MISCELLANEOUS HP Chromebook 11a HP Chromebook x360 (12b)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options - Accelerometer, magnetometer
Security Google Security Chip H1 Google Security Chip H1
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features - MU-MIMO technology
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number nb0500na ca0500na
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