ASUS Chromebook CX1 (CX1102CKA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS Chromebook CX1 (CX1102CKA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

affordable price point

robust build quality

efficient battery life

simple user interface

limited storage capacity

basic display quality

no high-end performance

fewer connectivity options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Acer Chromebook 13 (CB713-1W) and ASUS Chromebook CX1 (CX1102CKA)
75 % - Design
75 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Acer Chromebook 13 (CB713-1W) vs. ASUS Chromebook CX1 (CX1102CKA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Acer Chromebook 13 (CB713-1W) ASUS Chromebook CX1 (CX1102CKA)
Product Type Chromebook Chromebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.9 cm x 24.58 cm x 1.695 cm 29.2 cm x 20.53 cm x 1.88 cm
Weight 1.4 kg 1.21 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate, ABS plastic Plastic
Colour StGray Transparent silver
DISPLAY Acer Chromebook 13 (CB713-1W) ASUS Chromebook CX1 (CX1102CKA)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 11.6" - TN
Touchscreen Yes (multi-touch) -
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 2256 x 1504 1366 x 768 (HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 16:9
Image Brightness - 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Glare, CineCrystal Anti-glare, 66% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Acer Chromebook 13 (CB713-1W) ASUS Chromebook CX1 (CX1102CKA)
CPU Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8130U / 2.2 GHz Intel Celeron N4500 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz -
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 4 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 -
MEMORY Acer Chromebook 13 (CB713-1W) ASUS Chromebook CX1 (CX1102CKA)
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 CX1 (CX1102CKA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB eMMC 64 GB eMMC
AUDIO & VIDEO Acer Chromebook 13 (CB713-1W) ASUS Chromebook CX1 (CX1102CKA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Camera Yes - HD Yes - HD
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Dual speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio -
Audio Features - Input: Google Assistant
COMMUNICATIONS Acer Chromebook 13 (CB713-1W) ASUS Chromebook CX1 (CX1102CKA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 7265 -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Acer Chromebook 13 (CB713-1W) ASUS Chromebook CX1 (CX1102CKA)
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 CX1 (CX1102CKA)
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 CX1 (CX1102CKA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Multi-gesture touch pad, Acer FineTip keyboard Chiclet keyboard, 1.5mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Acer Chromebook 13 (CB713-1W) ASUS Chromebook CX1 (CX1102CKA)
Interfaces 2 x USB-C 3.1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
USB 3.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x 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 CX1 (CX1102CKA)
Operating System (OS) Google Chrome OS Google Chrome OS
MISCELLANEOUS Acer Chromebook 13 (CB713-1W) ASUS Chromebook CX1 (CX1102CKA)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip Titan-C Security Chip
Security Slot Type - Kensington 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 N00001
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