Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) Specifications, Tests and Review

Screen Size
14" - IPS
Resolution
1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
CPU
Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz
GPU
Intel Iris Xe Graphics
RAM
8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Core Qty
10-core
Storage
128 GB eMMC - eMMC 5.1
Battery Capacity
57 Wh
Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) Review

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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

Total Rating

82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9)
Product Type Chromebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.54 cm x 21.7 cm x 1.983 cm
Weight 1.56 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top)
Colour Abyss blue
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core
Cache 12 MB
Features Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed 4266 MHz
Rated Speed 4266 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB eMMC - eMMC 5.1
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 1080p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC5682I
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Waves MaxxAudio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - M.2 Card
Features Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9)
Technology Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh
Battery Life Up to 11 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Chrome keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9)
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
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9)
Operating System (OS) Google Chrome OS
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9)
Included Accessories USB-C slim power adapter
Security Google Security Chip H1
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
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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