ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5 (CB5400FMA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5 (CB5400FMA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

360-degree hinge versatility

lightweight, portable design

responsive touchscreen display

robust build quality

efficient Chrome OS

limited app compatibility

modest storage capacity

no high-end graphics

shorter battery life

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Acer Chromebook 13 (CB713-1W) and ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5 (CB5400FMA)
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Acer Chromebook 13 (CB713-1W) vs. ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5 (CB5400FMA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Acer Chromebook 13 (CB713-1W) ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5 (CB5400FMA)
Product Type Chromebook Chromebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.9 cm x 24.58 cm x 1.695 cm 32.09 cm x 20.65 cm x 1.57 cm
Weight 1.4 kg 1.4 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate, ABS plastic Metal
Colour StGray Blue
DISPLAY Acer Chromebook 13 (CB713-1W) ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5 (CB5400FMA)
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 14"
Touchscreen Yes (multi-touch) Yes (multi-touch)
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 - 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB
Features Glare, CineCrystal Glare, NanoEdge display, Narrow Border Display, 178° viewing angle, one glass metal mesh (OGM), 85% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Acer Chromebook 13 (CB713-1W) ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5 (CB5400FMA)
CPU Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8130U / 2.2 GHz Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 1160G7
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 4 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Acer Chromebook 13 (CB713-1W) ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5 (CB5400FMA)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
STORAGE Acer Chromebook 13 (CB713-1W) ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5 (CB5400FMA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB eMMC 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0
AUDIO & VIDEO Acer Chromebook 13 (CB713-1W) ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5 (CB5400FMA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio -
Audio Features - Output: Smart Amp
COMMUNICATIONS Acer Chromebook 13 (CB713-1W) ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5 (CB5400FMA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 7265 -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Acer Chromebook 13 (CB713-1W) ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5 (CB5400FMA)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 54 Wh 48 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours -
AC ADAPTER Acer Chromebook 13 (CB713-1W) ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5 (CB5400FMA)
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 Flip CX5 (CB5400FMA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad, stylus
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-gesture touch pad, Acer FineTip keyboard Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Acer Chromebook 13 (CB713-1W) ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5 (CB5400FMA)
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 Thunderbolt 4 (supports DisplayPort) (Power Delivery)
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Acer Chromebook 13 (CB713-1W) ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5 (CB5400FMA)
Operating System (OS) Google Chrome OS Google Chrome OS
MISCELLANEOUS Acer Chromebook 13 (CB713-1W) ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5 (CB5400FMA)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Sleeve, ASUS Pen, USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip Titan-C Security Chip
Features - ErgoLift, MIL-STD-810H tested
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
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Model Number 39K2 AI0385
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