Acer Chromebook Spin 311 (CP311-2HN) vs. Acer Chromebook Spin 511 (R756TN)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Acer Chromebook Spin 311 (CP311-2HN) and Acer Chromebook Spin 511 (R756TN). 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 Spin 511 (R756TN) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Chromebook Spin 511 (R756TN) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

durable 360 hinge

responsive touchscreen

affordable price

compact design

good battery life

limited storage capacity

mediocre performance

low-resolution display

fewer ports

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Acer Chromebook Spin 311 (CP311-2HN) and Acer Chromebook Spin 511 (R756TN)
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
50 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Acer Chromebook Spin 311 (CP311-2HN) vs. Acer Chromebook Spin 511 (R756TN) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Acer Chromebook Spin 311 (CP311-2HN) Acer Chromebook Spin 511 (R756TN)
Product Type Chromebook - flip design Chromebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.6 cm x 20.6 cm x 1.995 cm 29.6 cm x 20.83 cm x 2.11 cm
Weight 1.2 kg 1.4 kg
Colour Pure silver Shale black
DISPLAY Acer Chromebook Spin 311 (CP311-2HN) Acer Chromebook Spin 511 (R756TN)
Screen Size (Type) 11.6" - AHVA 11.6" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (multi-touch) Yes (multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1366 x 768 (WXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 240 cd/m² 200 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 50% NTSC
Features Glare, CineCrystal, 25 ms response rate, Antimicrobial Corning Gorilla Glass Glare, Corning Gorilla glass 3, 25 ms response rate
PROCESSOR Acer Chromebook Spin 311 (CP311-2HN) Acer Chromebook Spin 511 (R756TN)
CPU Intel Celeron N4000 / 1.1 GHz Intel N-series N100
Max Turbo Speed 2.6 GHz 3.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 4 MB L3 - 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features - Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Acer Chromebook Spin 311 (CP311-2HN) Acer Chromebook Spin 511 (R756TN)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
STORAGE Acer Chromebook Spin 311 (CP311-2HN) Acer Chromebook Spin 511 (R756TN)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB eMMC - SanDisk 64 GB eMMC - Kingston
AUDIO & VIDEO Acer Chromebook Spin 311 (CP311-2HN) Acer Chromebook Spin 511 (R756TN)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 600 Intel UHD Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Camera Yes - HD Yes - HD
Resolution - 5 Megapixel
Camera Features HDR (High Dynamic Range), 88° view Privacy shutter, Temporal Noise Reduction, wide field of view 75°
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
COMMUNICATIONS Acer Chromebook Spin 311 (CP311-2HN) Acer Chromebook Spin 511 (R756TN)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wave 2, Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 - M.2 2230 Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - M.2 1216
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Acer Chromebook Spin 311 (CP311-2HN) Acer Chromebook Spin 511 (R756TN)
Technology Lithium Ion -
Battery Capacity (Size) 38 Wh 50 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours -
AC ADAPTER Acer Chromebook Spin 311 (CP311-2HN) Acer Chromebook Spin 511 (R756TN)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT Acer Chromebook Spin 311 (CP311-2HN) Acer Chromebook Spin 511 (R756TN)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen
Features - Volume control, multi-gesture touch pad, mechanically anchored keys, OceanGlass touchpad, serviceable keyboard design
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Acer Chromebook Spin 311 (CP311-2HN) Acer Chromebook Spin 511 (R756TN)
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 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (DC-In combo, Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Acer Chromebook Spin 311 (CP311-2HN) Acer Chromebook Spin 511 (R756TN)
Operating System (OS) Google Chrome OS Google Chrome OS
MISCELLANEOUS Acer Chromebook Spin 311 (CP311-2HN) Acer Chromebook Spin 511 (R756TN)
Included Accessories Power adapter, Wacom EMR pen, pen loop USB-C power adapter, USI stylus
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 - MIL-STD-810H tested
Compliant Standards - TCO Certified 9.0
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) - 0.862 W/kg (head)
0.862 W/kg (body)
1.664 W/kg (limb)
Carbon Footprint - 228 kg carbon emissions
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 TCO
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