Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 CB 11IGL05 (82BB) vs. Lenovo 500e Chromebook Gen 3 (82JB)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 CB 11IGL05 (82BB) and Lenovo 500e Chromebook Gen 3 (82JB). 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.

Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 CB 11IGL05 (82BB) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 CB 11IGL05 (82BB) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

flexible 2-in-1 design

compact and lightweight

decent battery life

fanless, silent operation

mediocre performance

limited storage capacity

low-resolution display

fewer connectivity options

Lenovo 500e Chromebook Gen 3 (82JB) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo 500e Chromebook Gen 3 (82JB) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

rugged build quality

360-degree hinge versatility

affordable price point

stylus support included

decent battery life

mediocre display resolution

limited storage capacity

average performance

heavier design

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 CB 11IGL05 (82BB) and Lenovo 500e Chromebook Gen 3 (82JB)
71 % - Design
66 % - Display
45 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
73 % - Design
75 % - Display
65 % - Performance
73 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 CB 11IGL05 (82BB) vs. Lenovo 500e Chromebook Gen 3 (82JB) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 CB 11IGL05 (82BB) Lenovo 500e Chromebook Gen 3 (82JB)
Product Type Chromebook - flip design Chromebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29 cm x 20.78 cm x 1.78 cm 28.96 cm x 20.24 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.2 kg 1.33 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Almond | Abyss blue Grey
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 CB 11IGL05 (82BB) Lenovo 500e Chromebook Gen 3 (82JB)
Screen Size (Type) 11.6" 11.6" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 50% NTSC
Features Glossy, Wide Viewing Angle Glossy, Corning Gorilla glass, Direct Bonding technology, anti-fingerprint, capacitive touch screen, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 CB 11IGL05 (82BB) Lenovo 500e Chromebook Gen 3 (82JB)
CPU Intel Celeron N4020 / 1.1 GHz Intel Celeron N5100 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.8 GHz 2.8 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 4 MB L3 - 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 CB 11IGL05 (82BB) Lenovo 500e Chromebook Gen 3 (82JB)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2933 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2933 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 CB 11IGL05 (82BB) Lenovo 500e Chromebook Gen 3 (82JB)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 32 GB eMMC - eMMC 5.1 64 GB eMMC - eMMC 5.1
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 CB 11IGL05 (82BB) Lenovo 500e Chromebook Gen 3 (82JB)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 600 Intel UHD Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 2 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p (front)
Resolution - 5 Megapixel (rear)
Camera Features Fixed focus Privacy shutter, rear camera with auto focus, front camera with fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec MAX98357A Realtek ALC5682I-CGT
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio High Definition Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 CB 11IGL05 (82BB) Lenovo 500e Chromebook Gen 3 (82JB)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller M.2 Card Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 Card
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 CB 11IGL05 (82BB) Lenovo 500e Chromebook Gen 3 (82JB)
Technology Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 42 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours Up to 12.1 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 CB 11IGL05 (82BB) Lenovo 500e Chromebook Gen 3 (82JB)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 CB 11IGL05 (82BB) Lenovo 500e Chromebook Gen 3 (82JB)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 CB 11IGL05 (82BB) Lenovo 500e Chromebook Gen 3 (82JB)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 CB 11IGL05 (82BB) Lenovo 500e Chromebook Gen 3 (82JB)
Operating System (OS) Google Chrome OS Google Chrome OS
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 CB 11IGL05 (82BB) Lenovo 500e Chromebook Gen 3 (82JB)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter, Lenovo USI Pen
Security Google Security Chip H1 Google Security Chip H1
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features - RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value 1.1 W/kg (body), 1.1 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Silver
TCO Certified - TCO Certified Notebooks 8
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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