Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) vs. Lenovo 100e Chromebook Gen 4 (82W0)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) and Lenovo 100e Chromebook Gen 4 (82W0). 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 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

Lenovo 100e Chromebook Gen 4 (82W0) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo 100e Chromebook Gen 4 (82W0) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

rugged design

lightweight and portable

efficient Chrome OS

good battery life

limited storage capacity

basic display quality

moderate performance

fewer ports available

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) and Lenovo 100e Chromebook Gen 4 (82W0)
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
72 % - Design
66 % - Display
56 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) vs. Lenovo 100e Chromebook Gen 4 (82W0) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) Lenovo 100e Chromebook Gen 4 (82W0)
Product Type Chromebook Chromebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.54 cm x 21.7 cm x 1.983 cm 28.7 cm x 20 cm x 1.86 cm
Weight 1.56 kg 1.23 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top) Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top)
Colour Abyss blue Graphite grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) Lenovo 100e Chromebook Gen 4 (82W0)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 11.6" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full 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 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Anti-glare, 90° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) Lenovo 100e Chromebook Gen 4 (82W0)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz MediaTek Kompanio 520 2.05 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz -
Number of Cores 10-core 8-core
Cache 12 MB -
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) Lenovo 100e Chromebook Gen 4 (82W0)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed 4266 MHz 3733 MHz
Rated Speed 4266 MHz 3733 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) Lenovo 100e Chromebook Gen 4 (82W0)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB eMMC - eMMC 5.1 32 GB eMMC - eMMC 5.1
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) Lenovo 100e Chromebook Gen 4 (82W0)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics ARM Mali-G52 2EE MC2
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) -
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Codec Realtek ALC5682I -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Waves MaxxAudio High Definition Audio, Waves MaxxAudio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) Lenovo 100e Chromebook Gen 4 (82W0)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.1, 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 - M.2 Card MediaTek MT7921 - M.2 Card
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) Lenovo 100e Chromebook Gen 4 (82W0)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 47 Wh
Battery Life Up to 11 hours Up to 14 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) Lenovo 100e Chromebook Gen 4 (82W0)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) Lenovo 100e Chromebook Gen 4 (82W0)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Chrome keyboard Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad, pick resistant
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) Lenovo 100e Chromebook Gen 4 (82W0)
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
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) Lenovo 100e Chromebook Gen 4 (82W0)
Operating System (OS) Google Chrome OS Google Chrome OS
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) Lenovo 100e Chromebook Gen 4 (82W0)
Included Accessories USB-C slim power adapter USB-C power adapter
Integrated Options - Hall sensor
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 RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested RapidCharge
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TCO Certified 9.0
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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