ASUS Chromebook CM14 Flip (CL1402FM2A) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS Chromebook CM14 Flip (CL1402FM2A) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust flip design

responsive touchscreen display

lightweight and portable

decent battery life

affordable price

limited storage capacity

average processor speed

no backlit keyboard

fewer connectivity options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Acer Chromebook 13 (CB713-1W) and ASUS Chromebook CM14 Flip (CL1402FM2A)
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Acer Chromebook 13 (CB713-1W) vs. ASUS Chromebook CM14 Flip (CL1402FM2A) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Acer Chromebook 13 (CB713-1W) ASUS Chromebook CM14 Flip (CL1402FM2A)
Product Type Chromebook Chromebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.9 cm x 24.58 cm x 1.695 cm 32.46 cm x 22.67 cm x 1.83 cm
Weight 1.4 kg 1.56 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate, ABS plastic Plastic
Colour StGray Gravity grey
DISPLAY Acer Chromebook 13 (CB713-1W) ASUS Chromebook CM14 Flip (CL1402FM2A)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 14"
Touchscreen Yes (multi-touch) Yes
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 2256 x 1504 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 16:9
Image Brightness - 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Glare, CineCrystal Glossy, WideView, 77% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Acer Chromebook 13 (CB713-1W) ASUS Chromebook CM14 Flip (CL1402FM2A)
CPU Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8130U / 2.2 GHz MediaTek Kompanio 520 2.05 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz -
Number of Cores Dual-Core 8-core
Cache 4 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Acer Chromebook 13 (CB713-1W) ASUS Chromebook CM14 Flip (CL1402FM2A)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
STORAGE Acer Chromebook 13 (CB713-1W) ASUS Chromebook CM14 Flip (CL1402FM2A)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB eMMC 64 GB eMMC
AUDIO & VIDEO Acer Chromebook 13 (CB713-1W) ASUS Chromebook CM14 Flip (CL1402FM2A)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 ARM Mali-G52 2EE MC2
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Dual speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS Acer Chromebook 13 (CB713-1W) ASUS Chromebook CM14 Flip (CL1402FM2A)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 7265 -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Acer Chromebook 13 (CB713-1W) ASUS Chromebook CM14 Flip (CL1402FM2A)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 54 Wh 42 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours -
AC ADAPTER Acer Chromebook 13 (CB713-1W) ASUS Chromebook CM14 Flip (CL1402FM2A)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 45 Watt, 15 V, 3 A
INPUT Acer Chromebook 13 (CB713-1W) ASUS Chromebook CM14 Flip (CL1402FM2A)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad, stylus
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Multi-gesture touch pad, Acer FineTip keyboard Spill-resistant, chiclet keyboard, 1.5mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Acer Chromebook 13 (CB713-1W) ASUS Chromebook CM14 Flip (CL1402FM2A)
Interfaces 2 x USB-C 3.1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
USB 3.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Acer Chromebook 13 (CB713-1W) ASUS Chromebook CM14 Flip (CL1402FM2A)
Operating System (OS) Google Chrome OS Google Chrome OS
MISCELLANEOUS Acer Chromebook 13 (CB713-1W) ASUS Chromebook CM14 Flip (CL1402FM2A)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Stylus, USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip Titan-C Security Chip
Security Slot Type - Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features - MIL-STD-810H tested
Compliant Standards - RoHS, REACH
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
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Model Number 39K2 EC0095
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