HP Chromebook x2 (12) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP Chromebook x2 (12) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

good battery life

sharp display resolution

versatile detachable keyboard

limited storage capacity

mediocre processor speed

fewer port options

no high-end graphics

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Acer Chromebook 14 (CB3-431) and HP Chromebook x2 (12)
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Acer Chromebook 14 (CB3-431) vs. HP Chromebook x2 (12) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Acer Chromebook 14 (CB3-431) HP Chromebook x2 (12)
Product Type Chromebook Chromebook - with detachable keyboard
Dimensions (WxDxH) 34.1 cm x 23.66 cm x 1.695 cm -
Weight 1.677 kg 1.44 kg
Case Material Anodised aluminium -
Colour Sparkly silver | Luxury gold Ceramic white, aluminium cover finish
DISPLAY Acer Chromebook 14 (CB3-431) HP Chromebook x2 (12)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 12.3" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight WLED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 2400 x 1600 (2K)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² -
Features Anti-glare -
PROCESSOR Acer Chromebook 14 (CB3-431) HP Chromebook x2 (12)
CPU Intel Celeron N3060 / 1.6 GHz Intel Core m3 (7th Gen) 7Y30 / 1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.48 GHz 2.6 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache L2 - 2 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Intel Burst Technology Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Acer Chromebook 14 (CB3-431) HP Chromebook x2 (12)
RAM 2 GB 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed - 1866 MHz
Rated Speed - 1866 MHz
STORAGE Acer Chromebook 14 (CB3-431) HP Chromebook x2 (12)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 16 GB eMMC 64 GB eMMC
AUDIO & VIDEO Acer Chromebook 14 (CB3-431) HP Chromebook x2 (12)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 400 Intel HD Graphics 615
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Camera Yes - HD Yes
Resolution - 13 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front)
Camera Features HDR (High Dynamic Range) HP Wide Vision
Video Resolutions 1280 x 720 -
Sound Speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio -
Audio Features - Bang & Olufsen Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Acer Chromebook 14 (CB3-431) HP Chromebook x2 (12)
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 -
Features - Miracast, dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Acer Chromebook 14 (CB3-431) HP Chromebook x2 (12)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 3920 mAh 48 Wh
AC ADAPTER Acer Chromebook 14 (CB3-431) HP Chromebook x2 (12)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 45 Watt, 19 V 45 Watt
INPUT Acer Chromebook 14 (CB3-431) HP Chromebook x2 (12)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Features - Multi-touch touchpad, gesture function
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Acer Chromebook 14 (CB3-431) HP Chromebook x2 (12)
Interfaces HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.0
2 x USB 3.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE Acer Chromebook 14 (CB3-431) HP Chromebook x2 (12)
Operating System (OS) Google Chrome OS Google Chrome OS - English
MISCELLANEOUS Acer Chromebook 14 (CB3-431) HP Chromebook x2 (12)
Included Accessories Power adapter Stylus, power adapter, keyboard
Integrated Options - Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, digital compass, gyro sensor, hall sensor
Features Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Google H1 security chip
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number C9WH f000na
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