HP Elite Dragonfly Chromebook vs. ASUS Chromebook CB9 (CB9400CEA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of HP Elite Dragonfly Chromebook and ASUS Chromebook CB9 (CB9400CEA). 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 Elite Dragonfly Chromebook Review

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

lightweight design

vibrant display quality

fast performance

excellent connectivity options

high-quality keyboard

expensive price point

limited storage capacity

average battery life

no HDMI port

ASUS Chromebook CB9 (CB9400CEA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS Chromebook CB9 (CB9400CEA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

affordable price

efficient battery life

solid build quality

fast boot times

limited storage capacity

mediocre display resolution

fewer port options

not suitable for gaming

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP Elite Dragonfly Chromebook and ASUS Chromebook CB9 (CB9400CEA)
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85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP Elite Dragonfly Chromebook vs. ASUS Chromebook CB9 (CB9400CEA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP Elite Dragonfly Chromebook ASUS Chromebook CB9 (CB9400CEA)
Product Type Chromebook - flip design Chromebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.45 cm x 22.18 cm x 1.66 cm 32.22 cm x 20.49 cm x 1.6 cm
Weight 1.27 kg 1.05 kg
Case Material - Magnesium-aluminium (bottom), magnesium-aluminium (keyboard cover), magnesium-aluminium (LCD cover)
Colour - Star black (LCD cover), star black (top), star black (bottom) | Star black
DISPLAY HP Elite Dragonfly Chromebook ASUS Chromebook CB9 (CB9400CEA)
Screen Size (Type) 13.5" - IPS 14"
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1280 (WUXGA+) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 16:9
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features BrightView, anti-glare, Corning Gorilla glass 5, narrow-bezel design, Low Blue Light technology, 8-bit Colour Depth, HP Eye Ease Anti-glare, Wide-View (IPS), 30 ms response rate, 170° horizontal and vertical viewing angle, 92% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR HP Elite Dragonfly Chromebook ASUS Chromebook CB9 (CB9400CEA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1245U Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 12 MB 8 MB
Platform Technology Intel Evo vPro Enterprise Platform Intel Evo
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology, Intel Smart Cache Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY HP Elite Dragonfly Chromebook ASUS Chromebook CB9 (CB9400CEA)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed 4266 MHz -
Rated Speed 4266 MHz -
STORAGE HP Elite Dragonfly Chromebook ASUS Chromebook CB9 (CB9400CEA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2230 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe), HP Value 256 GB SSD PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP Elite Dragonfly Chromebook ASUS Chromebook CB9 (CB9400CEA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes Yes - 720p
Resolution 5 Megapixel -
Camera Features HP Privacy Camera Shutter Privacy shutter
Sound Dual stereo speakers, dual edge microphones Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC5682I-VS -
Audio Features Output: Bang & Olufsen Audio, Smart Amplifier (AMP); Input: AI noise reduction Output: Smart Amp
COMMUNICATIONS HP Elite Dragonfly Chromebook ASUS Chromebook CB9 (CB9400CEA)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) -
Bluetooth Class Class 2 -
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.11d, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, IEEE 802.11h, IEEE 802.11e, IEEE 802.11k, IEEE 802.11r, IEEE 802.11v -
Features Dual stream (2x2), CNVi, 160 MHz Wi-Fi bandwidth Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY HP Elite Dragonfly Chromebook ASUS Chromebook CB9 (CB9400CEA)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 50.97 Wh 50 Wh
Battery Weight 205 g -
AC ADAPTER HP Elite Dragonfly Chromebook ASUS Chromebook CB9 (CB9400CEA)
Input AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 V, 5 A 45 Watt, 15 V, 3 A
INPUT HP Elite Dragonfly Chromebook ASUS Chromebook CB9 (CB9400CEA)
Type Keyboard, trackpad Keyboard, NumberPad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Gesture function, multi-touch, volume control, spill-resistant Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP Elite Dragonfly Chromebook ASUS Chromebook CB9 (CB9400CEA)
Interfaces 2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 2
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE HP Elite Dragonfly Chromebook ASUS Chromebook CB9 (CB9400CEA)
Operating System (OS) Google Chrome OS - English Google Chrome OS
Software Included HP QuickDrop -
MISCELLANEOUS HP Elite Dragonfly Chromebook ASUS Chromebook CB9 (CB9400CEA)
Included Accessories 65W USB-C power adapter Sleeve, USB-C power adapter
Security Titan-C Security Chip, fingerprint reader Titan-C Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features HP Fast Charge, Google Titan C, Zero Touch Enrollment MIL-STD-810H tested
Compliant Standards UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, ICES, KC, EAC, ICCP WEEE
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year -
Model Number - KC0200
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