ASUS Chromebook Flip C214MA (BU0282) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS Chromebook Flip C214MA (BU0282) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

rugged build quality

360-degree hinge versatility

long battery life

touchscreen functionality

affordable price

limited storage capacity

mediocre performance

no backlit keyboard

low-resolution display

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Acer Chromebook 13 (CB713-1W) and ASUS Chromebook Flip C214MA (BU0282)
81 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Acer Chromebook 13 (CB713-1W) vs. ASUS Chromebook Flip C214MA (BU0282) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Acer Chromebook 13 (CB713-1W) ASUS Chromebook Flip C214MA (BU0282)
Product Type Chromebook Chromebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.9 cm x 24.58 cm x 1.695 cm 29.2 cm x 19.9 cm x 2.01 cm
Weight 1.4 kg 1.2 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate, ABS plastic Plastic
Colour StGray Dark grey
DISPLAY Acer Chromebook 13 (CB713-1W) ASUS Chromebook Flip C214MA (BU0282)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 11.6"
Touchscreen Yes (multi-touch) Yes
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 2256 x 1504 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 16:9
Image Brightness - 200 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 50% NTSC
Features Glare, CineCrystal Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Acer Chromebook 13 (CB713-1W) ASUS Chromebook Flip C214MA (BU0282)
CPU Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8130U / 2.2 GHz Intel Celeron N4020 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz 2.8 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 4 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 -
MEMORY Acer Chromebook 13 (CB713-1W) ASUS Chromebook Flip C214MA (BU0282)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM LPDDR4 SDRAM
STORAGE Acer Chromebook 13 (CB713-1W) ASUS Chromebook Flip C214MA (BU0282)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB eMMC 32 GB eMMC
AUDIO & VIDEO Acer Chromebook 13 (CB713-1W) ASUS Chromebook Flip C214MA (BU0282)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics 600
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Resolution - 5 Megapixel (rear), 1 Megapixel (front)
Image Sensor Type - CMOS
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS Acer Chromebook 13 (CB713-1W) ASUS Chromebook Flip C214MA (BU0282)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 7265 -
BATTERY Acer Chromebook 13 (CB713-1W) ASUS Chromebook Flip C214MA (BU0282)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 54 Wh 50 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours -
AC ADAPTER Acer Chromebook 13 (CB713-1W) ASUS Chromebook Flip C214MA (BU0282)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 45 Watt, 15 V, 3 A
INPUT Acer Chromebook 13 (CB713-1W) ASUS Chromebook Flip C214MA (BU0282)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Multi-gesture touch pad, Acer FineTip keyboard Spill-resistant, chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Acer Chromebook 13 (CB713-1W) ASUS Chromebook Flip C214MA (BU0282)
Interfaces 2 x USB-C 3.1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
USB 3.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC)
SOFTWARE Acer Chromebook 13 (CB713-1W) ASUS Chromebook Flip C214MA (BU0282)
Operating System (OS) Google Chrome OS Google Chrome OS
MISCELLANEOUS Acer Chromebook 13 (CB713-1W) ASUS Chromebook Flip C214MA (BU0282)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip Google Security Chip H1
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features - MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards - UL, C-Tick, BSMI, CB, JATE, FCC, RoHS, MIL-STD 810G, WEEE, A-Tick, iDA, ErP 2013
SAR Value - 0.973 W/kg (body), 0.973 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
TCO Certified - TCO Certified Notebooks 8
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Limited warranty - 3 years
Model Number 39K2 -
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