ASUS Chromebook C403NA (FQ0034) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS Chromebook C403NA (FQ0034) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

robust build quality

efficient battery life

lightweight design

simple user interface

limited storage capacity

average display resolution

modest processing power

fewer connectivity options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Acer Chromebook 14 (CB3-431) and ASUS Chromebook C403NA (FQ0034)
76 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Acer Chromebook 14 (CB3-431) vs. ASUS Chromebook C403NA (FQ0034) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Acer Chromebook 14 (CB3-431) ASUS Chromebook C403NA (FQ0034)
Product Type Chromebook Chromebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 34.1 cm x 23.66 cm x 1.695 cm 34.3 cm x 23.3 cm x 2.05 cm
Weight 1.677 kg 1.7 kg
Case Material Anodised aluminium -
Colour Sparkly silver | Luxury gold Textured dark grey (LCD cover), dark grey IMR (top)
DISPLAY Acer Chromebook 14 (CB3-431) ASUS Chromebook C403NA (FQ0034)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 200 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Acer Chromebook 14 (CB3-431) ASUS Chromebook C403NA (FQ0034)
CPU Intel Celeron N3060 / 1.6 GHz Intel Celeron N3350 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.48 GHz 2.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache L2 - 2 MB 2 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Intel Burst Technology -
MEMORY Acer Chromebook 14 (CB3-431) ASUS Chromebook C403NA (FQ0034)
RAM 2 GB 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM LPDDR4 SDRAM
STORAGE Acer Chromebook 14 (CB3-431) ASUS Chromebook C403NA (FQ0034)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 16 GB eMMC 32 GB eMMC
AUDIO & VIDEO Acer Chromebook 14 (CB3-431) ASUS Chromebook C403NA (FQ0034)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 400 Intel HD Graphics 500
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Camera Yes - HD Yes - HD
Camera Features HDR (High Dynamic Range) -
Video Resolutions 1280 x 720 -
Sound Speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS Acer Chromebook 14 (CB3-431) ASUS Chromebook C403NA (FQ0034)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 7265 - M.2 Card -
BATTERY Acer Chromebook 14 (CB3-431) ASUS Chromebook C403NA (FQ0034)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 3920 mAh 46 Wh
AC ADAPTER Acer Chromebook 14 (CB3-431) ASUS Chromebook C403NA (FQ0034)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V 45 Watt, 15 V, 3 A
INPUT Acer Chromebook 14 (CB3-431) ASUS Chromebook C403NA (FQ0034)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Features - Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Acer Chromebook 14 (CB3-431) ASUS Chromebook C403NA (FQ0034)
Interfaces HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.0
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Acer Chromebook 14 (CB3-431) ASUS Chromebook C403NA (FQ0034)
Operating System (OS) Google Chrome OS Google Chrome OS
MISCELLANEOUS Acer Chromebook 14 (CB3-431) ASUS Chromebook C403NA (FQ0034)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security - Google Security Chip H1
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards - UL, C-Tick, BSMI, CB, FCC, WEEE, A-Tick
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 3 years
Model Number C9WH -
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