Acer Chromebook Spin 311 (CP311-2HN) vs. Acer Chromebook 714 (CB714-1WT)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Acer Chromebook Spin 311 (CP311-2HN) and Acer Chromebook 714 (CB714-1WT). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Acer Chromebook Spin 311 (CP311-2HN) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Chromebook Spin 311 (CP311-2HN) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

360-degree hinge flexibility

lightweight design

decent battery life

touchscreen functionality

limited storage capacity

mediocre performance

low resolution screen

fewer port options

Acer Chromebook 714 (CB714-1WT) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Chromebook 714 (CB714-1WT) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust aluminum chassis

full hd touchscreen

long battery life

backlit keyboard

fast intel processor

limited storage capacity

no HDMI port

heavier than competitors

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Acer Chromebook Spin 311 (CP311-2HN) and Acer Chromebook 714 (CB714-1WT)
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
85 % - Design
78 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Acer Chromebook Spin 311 (CP311-2HN) vs. Acer Chromebook 714 (CB714-1WT) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Acer Chromebook Spin 311 (CP311-2HN) Acer Chromebook 714 (CB714-1WT)
Product Type Chromebook - flip design Chromebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.6 cm x 20.6 cm x 1.995 cm 32.3 cm x 23.86 cm x 1.77 cm
Weight 1.2 kg 1.6 kg
Colour Pure silver Steel grey
DISPLAY Acer Chromebook Spin 311 (CP311-2HN) Acer Chromebook 714 (CB714-1WT)
Screen Size (Type) 11.6" - AHVA 14" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (multi-touch) Yes (multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 240 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Features Glare, CineCrystal, 25 ms response rate, Antimicrobial Corning Gorilla Glass Anti-glare, ComfyView, 25 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display
PROCESSOR Acer Chromebook Spin 311 (CP311-2HN) Acer Chromebook 714 (CB714-1WT)
CPU Intel Celeron N4000 / 1.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8250U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.6 GHz 3.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 4 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features - Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Acer Chromebook Spin 311 (CP311-2HN) Acer Chromebook 714 (CB714-1WT)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
STORAGE Acer Chromebook Spin 311 (CP311-2HN) Acer Chromebook 714 (CB714-1WT)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB eMMC - SanDisk 128 GB eMMC - SanDisk
AUDIO & VIDEO Acer Chromebook Spin 311 (CP311-2HN) Acer Chromebook 714 (CB714-1WT)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 600 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Camera Yes - HD Yes - HD
Camera Features HDR (High Dynamic Range), 88° view -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Acer Chromebook Spin 311 (CP311-2HN) Acer Chromebook 714 (CB714-1WT)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wave 2, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 - M.2 2230 Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 7265 - M.2 2230
BATTERY Acer Chromebook Spin 311 (CP311-2HN) Acer Chromebook 714 (CB714-1WT)
Technology Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 38 Wh 56 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours Up to 10 hours
AC ADAPTER Acer Chromebook Spin 311 (CP311-2HN) Acer Chromebook 714 (CB714-1WT)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT Acer Chromebook Spin 311 (CP311-2HN) Acer Chromebook 714 (CB714-1WT)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Multi-gesture touch pad, Acer FineTip keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Acer Chromebook Spin 311 (CP311-2HN) Acer Chromebook 714 (CB714-1WT)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.1
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (DC-In combo)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB-C 3.1 (supports DisplayPort, HDMI)
USB 3.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD, microSDXC)
SOFTWARE Acer Chromebook Spin 311 (CP311-2HN) Acer Chromebook 714 (CB714-1WT)
Operating System (OS) Google Chrome OS Google Chrome OS
MISCELLANEOUS Acer Chromebook Spin 311 (CP311-2HN) Acer Chromebook 714 (CB714-1WT)
Included Accessories Power adapter, Wacom EMR pen, pen loop USB-C power adapter
Security - Fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features - MIMO technology
Compliant Standards - MIL-STD 810G
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number C2GR 5214
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