HP Chromebook x360 (12b) vs. HP Chromebook x360 (11 G3 Education Edition)

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In depth comparison and review of HP Chromebook x360 (12b) and HP Chromebook x360 (11 G3 Education Edition). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

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

HP Chromebook x360 (11 G3 Education Edition) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP Chromebook x360 (11 G3 Education Edition) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

durable design

affordable price

360-degree hinge flexibility

good battery life

optimized for education

limited storage capacity

average display quality

modest performance

fewer ports options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP Chromebook x360 (12b) and HP Chromebook x360 (11 G3 Education Edition)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
71 % - Design
66 % - Display
45 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP Chromebook x360 (12b) vs. HP Chromebook x360 (11 G3 Education Edition) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP Chromebook x360 (12b) HP Chromebook x360 (11 G3 Education Edition)
Product Type Chromebook - flip design Chromebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 27.2 cm x 21.6 cm x 1.73 cm 29.5 cm x 20.53 cm x 2.09 cm
Weight 1.35 kg 1.45 kg
Colour Ceramic white, matte finish (cover and base) | Natural silver (keyboard frame and base), ceramic white (cover), matte base finish, paint cover and keyboard frame Chalkboard grey
DISPLAY HP Chromebook x360 (12b) HP Chromebook x360 (11 G3 Education Edition)
Screen Size (Type) 12" - IPS 11.6" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes Yes
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight WLED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 912 (HD+) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Brightness 235 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 50% NTSC 50% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, Micro Edge Slim Design, Full HD ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) BrightView eDP
PROCESSOR HP Chromebook x360 (12b) HP Chromebook x360 (11 G3 Education Edition)
CPU Intel Celeron N4020 / 1.1 GHz Intel Celeron N4000 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.8 GHz 2.6 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 4 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
MEMORY HP Chromebook x360 (12b) HP Chromebook x360 (11 G3 Education Edition)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4 SDRAM LPDDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
STORAGE HP Chromebook x360 (12b) HP Chromebook x360 (11 G3 Education Edition)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB eMMC 32 GB eMMC
AUDIO & VIDEO HP Chromebook x360 (12b) HP Chromebook x360 (11 G3 Education Edition)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 600 Intel UHD Graphics 600
Camera Yes - HD Yes - HD
Resolution - 5 Megapixel
Camera Features HP Wide Vision HD World Facing Camera
Video Resolutions 720p -
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS HP Chromebook x360 (12b) HP Chromebook x360 (11 G3 Education Edition)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 Intel Wireless-AC 9560 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2)
Bluetooth Class - Class 2
Compliant Standards - IEEE 802.11d, IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, IEEE 802.11h, IEEE 802.11e, IEEE 802.11k, IEEE 802.11r, IEEE 802.11v
Features Miracast, dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY HP Chromebook x360 (12b) HP Chromebook x360 (11 G3 Education Edition)
Technology 2-cell lithium polymer 2-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 40.31 Wh 47.36 Wh
Battery Life Up to 13.25 hours Up to 13 hours
AC ADAPTER HP Chromebook x360 (12b) HP Chromebook x360 (11 G3 Education Edition)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 V
INPUT HP Chromebook x360 (12b) HP Chromebook x360 (11 G3 Education Edition)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Features Multi-touch touchpad, touchpad with gesture support Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, touchpad with gesture support, pick resistant, HP Improved Anchored Key Design
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP Chromebook x360 (12b) HP Chromebook x360 (11 G3 Education Edition)
Interfaces 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
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC)
SOFTWARE HP Chromebook x360 (12b) HP Chromebook x360 (11 G3 Education Edition)
Operating System (OS) Google Chrome OS - English Google Chrome OS - English
Software Included Google Drive (100 GB Cloud Storage) (free for 1 year) Google Drive (100 GB Cloud Storage) (free for 1 year)
MISCELLANEOUS HP Chromebook x360 (12b) HP Chromebook x360 (11 G3 Education Edition)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C 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 HP Fast Charge, MU-MIMO technology, HP Extended Range Wireless LAN
Compliant Standards - UL, BSMI, SABS, CCC, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, ICES, KC, RCM, low halogen, ICCP
TCO Certified - TCO Certified Notebooks 8
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 10 - 90%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
Model Number ca0500na -
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