HP Chromebook x360 (12b) vs. HP Chromebook x360 (14b)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of HP Chromebook x360 (12b) and HP Chromebook x360 (14b). 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 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 (14b) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP Chromebook x360 (14b) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

flexible 360-degree hinge

affordable price point

lightweight design

solid battery life

chrome os integration

limited storage capacity

average display quality

fewer port options

moderate performance levels

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP Chromebook x360 (12b) and HP Chromebook x360 (14b)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
71 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP Chromebook x360 (12b) vs. HP Chromebook x360 (14b) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP Chromebook x360 (12b) HP Chromebook x360 (14b)
Product Type Chromebook - flip design Chromebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 27.2 cm x 21.6 cm x 1.73 cm 32.63 cm x 21.96 cm x 1.85 cm
Weight 1.35 kg 1.92 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 Natural silver (cover and keyboard frame), ash grey base, polished paint finish (cover and keyboard frame)
DISPLAY HP Chromebook x360 (12b) HP Chromebook x360 (14b)
Screen Size (Type) 12" - IPS 14" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes Yes (multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1366 x 912 (HD+) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness 235 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 50% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, Micro Edge Edge-to-edge glass, Micro Edge
PROCESSOR HP Chromebook x360 (12b) HP Chromebook x360 (14b)
CPU Intel Celeron N4020 / 1.1 GHz Intel Pentium Silver N6000 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.8 GHz 3.3 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 4 MB L3 - 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
MEMORY HP Chromebook x360 (12b) HP Chromebook x360 (14b)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed 2400 MHz 2933 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2933 MHz
STORAGE HP Chromebook x360 (12b) HP Chromebook x360 (14b)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB eMMC 64 GB eMMC
AUDIO & VIDEO HP Chromebook x360 (12b) HP Chromebook x360 (14b)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 600 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - HD Yes - HD
Camera Features HP Wide Vision HD HP Wide Vision
Video Resolutions 720p 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio Bang & Olufsen Audio
COMMUNICATIONS HP Chromebook x360 (12b) HP Chromebook x360 (14b)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201
Features Miracast, dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO
BATTERY HP Chromebook x360 (12b) HP Chromebook x360 (14b)
Technology 2-cell lithium polymer 2-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 40.31 Wh 47 Wh
Battery Life Up to 13.25 hours Up to 11.25 hours
AC ADAPTER HP Chromebook x360 (12b) HP Chromebook x360 (14b)
Output 45 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT HP Chromebook x360 (12b) HP Chromebook x360 (14b)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, imagepad
Features Multi-touch touchpad, touchpad with gesture support Gesture function, multi-touch ImagePad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP Chromebook x360 (12b) HP Chromebook x360 (14b)
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 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE HP Chromebook x360 (12b) HP Chromebook x360 (14b)
Operating System (OS) Google Chrome OS - English Google Chrome OS
Software Included Google Drive (100 GB Cloud Storage) (free for 1 year) -
MISCELLANEOUS HP Chromebook x360 (12b) HP Chromebook x360 (14b)
Included Accessories Power adapter H1 Secure Microcontroller, HP 45W nPFC USB-C AC Adapter
Integrated Options Accelerometer, magnetometer Accelerometer, gyroscope
Security Google Security Chip H1 -
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features MU-MIMO technology HP Fast Charge
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
Model Number ca0500na cb0002na
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