Acer Chromebook Spin 512 (R851TN) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 CB 11IGL05 (82BB)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Acer Chromebook Spin 512 (R851TN) and Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 CB 11IGL05 (82BB). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

Acer Chromebook Spin 512 (R851TN) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Chromebook Spin 512 (R851TN) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

durable 360-degree hinge

responsive touchscreen display

robust parental controls

efficient Chrome OS

affordable price

limited app compatibility

modest storage capacity

average processor speed

no Windows or MacOS compatibility

Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 CB 11IGL05 (82BB) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 CB 11IGL05 (82BB) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

flexible 2-in-1 design

compact and lightweight

decent battery life

fanless, silent operation

mediocre performance

limited storage capacity

low-resolution display

fewer connectivity options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Acer Chromebook Spin 512 (R851TN) and Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 CB 11IGL05 (82BB)
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
71 % - Design
66 % - Display
45 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Acer Chromebook Spin 512 (R851TN) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 CB 11IGL05 (82BB) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Acer Chromebook Spin 512 (R851TN) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 CB 11IGL05 (82BB)
Product Type Chromebook - flip design Chromebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.6 cm x 23.11 cm x 2.03 cm 29 cm x 20.78 cm x 1.78 cm
Weight 1.55 kg 1.2 kg
Case Material - Aluminum, polycarbonate ABS
Colour Shale black Almond | Abyss blue
DISPLAY Acer Chromebook Spin 512 (R851TN) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 CB 11IGL05 (82BB)
Screen Size (Type) 12" - IPS 11.6"
Touchscreen Yes (multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 912 (HD+) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 16:9
Image Brightness 235 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 50% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features CineCrystal, Mercury free, Wide Viewing Angle, 25 ms response rate, Antimicrobial Corning Gorilla Glass Glossy, Wide Viewing Angle
PROCESSOR Acer Chromebook Spin 512 (R851TN) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 CB 11IGL05 (82BB)
CPU Intel Pentium Silver N5000 / 1.1 GHz Intel Celeron N4020 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.7 GHz 2.8 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 4 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Intel Burst Technology Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Acer Chromebook Spin 512 (R851TN) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 CB 11IGL05 (82BB)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4 SDRAM LPDDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2400 MHz
Rated Speed - 2400 MHz
STORAGE Acer Chromebook Spin 512 (R851TN) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 CB 11IGL05 (82BB)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB eMMC - SanDisk 32 GB eMMC - eMMC 5.1
AUDIO & VIDEO Acer Chromebook Spin 512 (R851TN) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 CB 11IGL05 (82BB)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 605 Intel UHD Graphics 600
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Camera Yes - 3264 x 2448 (rear), 1280 x 720 (front) Yes - 720p
Resolution 8 Megapixel (rear), 0.9 Megapixel (front) -
Camera Features HDR (High Dynamic Range), rear camera with auto focus, 88° view Fixed focus
Video Resolutions 720p -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec - MAX98357A
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Acer Chromebook Spin 512 (R851TN) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 CB 11IGL05 (82BB)
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 M.2 Card
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Acer Chromebook Spin 512 (R851TN) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 CB 11IGL05 (82BB)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh 42 Wh
Battery Life Up to 11 hours Up to 10 hours
AC ADAPTER Acer Chromebook Spin 512 (R851TN) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 CB 11IGL05 (82BB)
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
INPUT Acer Chromebook Spin 512 (R851TN) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 CB 11IGL05 (82BB)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen Keyboard, touchpad
Features Volume control, spill-resistant, Acer FineTip keyboard, moisture-resistant, mechanically anchored keys Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Acer Chromebook Spin 512 (R851TN) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 CB 11IGL05 (82BB)
Interfaces 2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (charging)
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Acer Chromebook Spin 512 (R851TN) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 CB 11IGL05 (82BB)
Operating System (OS) Google Chrome OS Google Chrome OS
MISCELLANEOUS Acer Chromebook Spin 512 (R851TN) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 CB 11IGL05 (82BB)
Included Accessories Wacom EMR pen, USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Integrated Options Gyro sensor -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Google Security Chip H1
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 MU-MIMO technology, robust construction, MIL-STD-810G tested -
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value - 1.1 W/kg (body), 1.1 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Limited warranty - 1 year
Model Number P29J -
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