Acer Chromebook Spin 311 (CP311-3H) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Chromebook Spin 311 (CP311-3H) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

versatile 360-degree hinge

compact and lightweight

decent battery life

responsive touch screen

limited storage capacity

mediocre display resolution

lower performance power

fewer port options

HP Elite c640 G3 Chromebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP Elite c640 G3 Chromebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust security features

responsive keyboard design

lightweight and portable

efficient Chrome OS

fast charging support

limited app compatibility

average display quality

no Windows or macOS

modest storage capacity

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Acer Chromebook Spin 311 (CP311-3H) and HP Elite c640 G3 Chromebook
82 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Acer Chromebook Spin 311 (CP311-3H) vs. HP Elite c640 G3 Chromebook Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Acer Chromebook Spin 311 (CP311-3H) HP Elite c640 G3 Chromebook
Product Type Chromebook - flip design Chromebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29 cm x 20.6 cm x 1.88 cm 32.3 cm x 22.1 cm x 1.98 cm
Weight 1.2 kg 1.54 kg
Colour Pure silver -
DISPLAY Acer Chromebook Spin 311 (CP311-3H) HP Elite c640 G3 Chromebook
Screen Size (Type) 11.6" - AHVA 14" - IPS
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight WLED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 235 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Glare, CineCrystal, 25 ms response rate Full HD ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) eDP anti-glare, narrow bezel bent
PROCESSOR Acer Chromebook Spin 311 (CP311-3H) HP Elite c640 G3 Chromebook
CPU MediaTek MT8183 / 2 GHz Intel Pentium Gold 8505 / 1.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 5-core
Cache 1 MB L3 - 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features - Intel Turbo Boost Technology
MEMORY Acer Chromebook Spin 311 (CP311-3H) HP Elite c640 G3 Chromebook
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed - 4266 MHz
Rated Speed 4266 MHz 4266 MHz
STORAGE Acer Chromebook Spin 311 (CP311-3H) HP Elite c640 G3 Chromebook
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 32 GB eMMC - Kingston 64 GB eMMC
AUDIO & VIDEO Acer Chromebook Spin 311 (CP311-3H) HP Elite c640 G3 Chromebook
Graphics Processor (GPU) ARM Mali-G72 MP3 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - HD Yes
Resolution - 5 Megapixel
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, HP Privacy
Video Resolutions 1280 x 720 -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Dual stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC5682I-VS
Audio Features - Output: Bang & Olufsen Audio; Input: AI noise reduction
COMMUNICATIONS Acer Chromebook Spin 311 (CP311-3H) HP Elite c640 G3 Chromebook
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2)
Bluetooth Class - Class 2
Compliant Standards - IEEE 802.11d, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, IEEE 802.11h, IEEE 802.11e, IEEE 802.11k, IEEE 802.11r, IEEE 802.11v
Features - Dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO, CNVi
BATTERY Acer Chromebook Spin 311 (CP311-3H) HP Elite c640 G3 Chromebook
Technology - 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 36 Wh 58.84 Wh
Battery Weight - 230 g
AC ADAPTER Acer Chromebook Spin 311 (CP311-3H) HP Elite c640 G3 Chromebook
Input - AC 115-230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 V, 5 A
INPUT Acer Chromebook Spin 311 (CP311-3H) HP Elite c640 G3 Chromebook
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, ClickPad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features - Volume control, spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, glass clickpad, pick resistant
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Acer Chromebook Spin 311 (CP311-3H) HP Elite c640 G3 Chromebook
Interfaces USB 2.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (DC-In combo)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (charging)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Acer Chromebook Spin 311 (CP311-3H) HP Elite c640 G3 Chromebook
Operating System (OS) Google Chrome OS Google Chrome OS - English
Software Included - HP QuickDrop
MISCELLANEOUS Acer Chromebook Spin 311 (CP311-3H) HP Elite c640 G3 Chromebook
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter HP 45 Watt nPFC USB-C AC Adapter
Integrated Options Accelerometer, gyro sensor -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Titan-C Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features - HP Fast Charge, Zero Touch Enrollment
Compliant Standards - CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GOST, SABS, CCC, FCC, A-Tick, ICES, KC, EAC, ICCP
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 0 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 10 - 90%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
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Model Number K42N -
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