Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) vs. ASUS Chromebook Flip CB5500FEA (E60182)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) and ASUS Chromebook Flip CB5500FEA (E60182). 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.

Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

efficient performance

excellent keyboard feel

good battery life

affordable price

mediocre display resolution

limited storage capacity

no high-end GPU

fewer ports available

ASUS Chromebook Flip CB5500FEA (E60182) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS Chromebook Flip CB5500FEA (E60182) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile 360-degree hinge

lightweight design

responsive touchscreen

chrome os integration

solid build quality

limited storage capacity

fewer software options

no high-end gpu

average speaker quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) and ASUS Chromebook Flip CB5500FEA (E60182)
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) vs. ASUS Chromebook Flip CB5500FEA (E60182) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) ASUS Chromebook Flip CB5500FEA (E60182)
Product Type Chromebook Chromebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.54 cm x 21.7 cm x 1.983 cm 35.76 cm x 24.08 cm x 1.85 cm
Weight 1.56 kg 1.9 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top) Plastic (top), plastic (bottom), aluminium (LCD cover)
Colour Abyss blue Matte black (top), white (bottom), immersive white (LCD cover)
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) ASUS Chromebook Flip CB5500FEA (E60182)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 15.6"
Touchscreen - Yes
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Glossy, Wide-View (IPS), 25 ms response rate, 170° horizontal and vertical viewing angle, 81% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) ASUS Chromebook Flip CB5500FEA (E60182)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz 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 12 MB 8 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) ASUS Chromebook Flip CB5500FEA (E60182)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed 4266 MHz -
Rated Speed 4266 MHz -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) ASUS Chromebook Flip CB5500FEA (E60182)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB eMMC - eMMC 5.1 256 GB SSD PCIe 3.0
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) ASUS Chromebook Flip CB5500FEA (E60182)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) -
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC5682I -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Waves MaxxAudio -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) ASUS Chromebook Flip CB5500FEA (E60182)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - M.2 Card -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) ASUS Chromebook Flip CB5500FEA (E60182)
Technology Lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life Up to 11 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) ASUS Chromebook Flip CB5500FEA (E60182)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt, 15 V, 3 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) ASUS Chromebook Flip CB5500FEA (E60182)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad, stylus
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Chrome keyboard Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) ASUS Chromebook Flip CB5500FEA (E60182)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x Thunderbolt 4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) ASUS Chromebook Flip CB5500FEA (E60182)
Operating System (OS) Google Chrome OS Google Chrome OS
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) ASUS Chromebook Flip CB5500FEA (E60182)
Included Accessories USB-C slim power adapter Stylus, USB-C power adapter
Security Google Security Chip H1 Titan-C Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested ErgoLift, MIL-STD-810H tested
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 CTR 21, WEEE, UL 1459, FCC Part 15 Class B, JIS C 0950, EU RoHS, EU REACH
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
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