Acer Chromebook Spin 714 (CP714) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Chromebook Spin 714 (CP714) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

responsive touchscreen display

360-degree hinge versatility

solid build quality

good battery life

efficient performance

limited storage capacity

no HDMI port

higher price point

average audio quality

ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5 (CX5601FBA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5 (CX5601FBA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

responsive touchscreen display

lightweight, portable design

strong battery life

fast wifi 6 support

versatile 360-degree hinge

limited storage capacity

no HDMI port

average speaker quality

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Acer Chromebook Spin 714 (CP714) and ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5 (CX5601FBA)
85 % - Design
86 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
81 % - Design
84 % - Display
78 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Acer Chromebook Spin 714 (CP714) vs. ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5 (CX5601FBA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Acer Chromebook Spin 714 (CP714) ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5 (CX5601FBA)
Product Type Chromebook - flip design Chromebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.26 cm x 22.4 cm x 1.805 cm 35.82 cm x 26.16 cm x 1.9 cm
Weight 1.37 kg 2.15 kg
Case Material Anodised aluminium Aluminum, plastic
Colour Steel grey Mineral grey
DISPLAY Acer Chromebook Spin 714 (CP714) ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5 (CX5601FBA)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 16"
Touchscreen Yes (multi-touch) Yes
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 340 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 45% NTSC
Features Glare, CineCrystal, Corning Gorilla glass 3, Antimicrobial Corning Gorilla Glass, 30 ms response rate Glossy, WideView, NanoEdge display, 87% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Acer Chromebook Spin 714 (CP714) ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5 (CX5601FBA)
CPU Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core 10-core
Cache 12 MB L3 - 12 MB
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Acer Chromebook Spin 714 (CP714) ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5 (CX5601FBA)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
STORAGE Acer Chromebook Spin 714 (CP714) ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5 (CX5601FBA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 - Self-Encrypting Drive, TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Micron 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Acer Chromebook Spin 714 (CP714) ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5 (CX5601FBA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video System Features Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - Full HD Yes - 1080p
Camera Features Temporal Noise Reduction Privacy shutter
Video Resolutions 1920 x 1080 -
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Harman/kardon quad speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards DTS Sound, Smart Amplifier -
COMMUNICATIONS Acer Chromebook Spin 714 (CP714) ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5 (CX5601FBA)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - M.2 1216 -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Acer Chromebook Spin 714 (CP714) ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5 (CX5601FBA)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 56 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours -
AC ADAPTER Acer Chromebook Spin 714 (CP714) ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5 (CX5601FBA)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V 45 Watt, 15 V, 3 A
INPUT Acer Chromebook Spin 714 (CP714) ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5 (CX5601FBA)
Type Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen Keyboard, touchpad, stylus
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Corning Gorilla Glass touchpad Spill-resistant, chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Acer Chromebook Spin 714 (CP714) ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5 (CX5601FBA)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (DC-In combo, Power Delivery)
HDMI
HDMI 2.1
USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD 4.0)
SOFTWARE Acer Chromebook Spin 714 (CP714) ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5 (CX5601FBA)
Operating System (OS) Google Chrome OS Google Chrome OS
MISCELLANEOUS Acer Chromebook Spin 714 (CP714) ASUS Chromebook Flip CX5 (CX5601FBA)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter, 3-cell Li-Ion 56Wh battery, USI stylus USB-C power adapter
Integrated Options Accelerometer, gyroscope -
Security Google Security Chip H1, fingerprint reader Titan-C Security Chip
Security Slot Type - Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Volume control, Project Athena certified ErgoLift, MIL-STD-810H tested
Compliant Standards MIL-STD-810F, MIL-STD 810H, HDCP RoHS, Energy Star 8.0
SAR Value 1.14 W/kg (body), 1.14 W/kg (head), 1.14 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number 1WN MC0020
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