Lenovo 100e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QB) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo 100e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QB) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

rugged durability

affordable price

lightweight design

efficient battery life

simple Chrome OS

limited storage capacity

basic display quality

minimal connectivity options

modest performance capabilities

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Acer Chromebook 14 (CB3-431) and Lenovo 100e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QB)
72 % - Design
66 % - Display
45 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Acer Chromebook 14 (CB3-431) vs. Lenovo 100e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QB) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Acer Chromebook 14 (CB3-431) Lenovo 100e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QB)
Product Type Chromebook Chromebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 34.1 cm x 23.66 cm x 1.695 cm 29 cm x 20.4 cm x 2.04 cm
Weight 1.677 kg 1.21 kg
Case Material Anodised aluminium Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Sparkly silver | Luxury gold Black
DISPLAY Acer Chromebook 14 (CB3-431) Lenovo 100e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QB)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 11.6"
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 250 cd/m²
Features Anti-glare -
PROCESSOR Acer Chromebook 14 (CB3-431) Lenovo 100e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QB)
CPU Intel Celeron N3060 / 1.6 GHz MediaTek MT8173c / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.48 GHz -
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache L2 - 2 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Intel Burst Technology Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Acer Chromebook 14 (CB3-431) Lenovo 100e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QB)
RAM 2 GB 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR3 SDRAM LPDDR3 SDRAM
Speed - 933 MHz
Rated Speed - 1866 MHz
STORAGE Acer Chromebook 14 (CB3-431) Lenovo 100e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QB)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 16 GB eMMC 32 GB eMMC - eMMC 5.1
AUDIO & VIDEO Acer Chromebook 14 (CB3-431) Lenovo 100e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QB)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 400 PowerVR GX6250
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Camera Features HDR (High Dynamic Range) -
Video Resolutions 1280 x 720 -
Sound Speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC5650
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS Acer Chromebook 14 (CB3-431) Lenovo 100e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QB)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 7265 - M.2 Card Marvell 88W8897
BATTERY Acer Chromebook 14 (CB3-431) Lenovo 100e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QB)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 3920 mAh 42 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 10 hours
AC ADAPTER Acer Chromebook 14 (CB3-431) Lenovo 100e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QB)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19 V 45 Watt
INPUT Acer Chromebook 14 (CB3-431) Lenovo 100e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QB)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Features - Spill-resistant, anti-pry key caps
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Acer Chromebook 14 (CB3-431) Lenovo 100e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QB)
Interfaces HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.0
USB-C 3.0 (Power Delivery)
USB 3.0
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1
SOFTWARE Acer Chromebook 14 (CB3-431) Lenovo 100e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QB)
Operating System (OS) Google Chrome OS Google Chrome OS - English
MISCELLANEOUS Acer Chromebook 14 (CB3-431) Lenovo 100e Chromebook (2nd Gen) MTK (81QB)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security - Trusted Platform Module (TPM 1.2) Security Chip
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 - RoHS
SAR Value - 0.09 W/kg (body), 0.09 W/kg (limb)
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number C9WH -
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