ASUS Chromebook C523NA (A20117) vs. Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS Chromebook C523NA (A20117) and Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314). 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.

ASUS Chromebook C523NA (A20117) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS Chromebook C523NA (A20117) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

decent battery life

full hd display

solid build quality

mediocre performance

limited storage capacity

no backlit keyboard

fewer port options

Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

flexible 360-degree hinge

affordable price point

decent battery life

responsive touch display

lightweight design

mediocre performance

limited storage capacity

average build quality

no backlit keyboard

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS Chromebook C523NA (A20117) and Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314)
74 % - Design
65 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
76 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS Chromebook C523NA (A20117) vs. Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS Chromebook C523NA (A20117) Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314)
Product Type Chromebook Chromebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.8 cm x 24.85 cm x 1.61 cm 32.64 cm x 22.75 cm x 1.995 cm
Weight 1.69 kg 1.5 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate, ABS plastic
Colour Silver (top), black (LCD cover) Pure silver
DISPLAY ASUS Chromebook C523NA (A20117) Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14"
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 200 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features Glare Corning Gorilla glass, glare, CineCrystal, 10 ms response rate, one glass metal mesh (OGM)
PROCESSOR ASUS Chromebook C523NA (A20117) Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314)
CPU Intel Pentium N4200 / 1.1 GHz Intel Celeron N4500 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.5 GHz 2.8 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 2 MB L3 - 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features - Intel Burst Technology
MEMORY ASUS Chromebook C523NA (A20117) Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
Rated Speed 2400 MHz -
STORAGE ASUS Chromebook C523NA (A20117) Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB eMMC 64 GB eMMC - Kingston
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS Chromebook C523NA (A20117) Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 505 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - HD Yes - HD
Sound Speaker, microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Compliant Standards - DTS Sound
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS Chromebook C523NA (A20117) Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314)
Wireless Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - M.2 1216
Features - Dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO
BATTERY ASUS Chromebook C523NA (A20117) Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 38 Wh 48 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 10 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS Chromebook C523NA (A20117) Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 15 V, 3 A 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT ASUS Chromebook C523NA (A20117) Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Features Chiclet keyboard Multi-gesture touch pad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS Chromebook C523NA (A20117) Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314)
Interfaces 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)
HDMI
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, microSDHC, microSDXC) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS Chromebook C523NA (A20117) Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314)
Operating System (OS) Google Chrome OS Google Chrome OS
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS Chromebook C523NA (A20117) Acer Chromebook Spin 314 (CP314)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter, USB-C to HDMI cable USB-C power adapter
Integrated Options - Accelerometer
Security Google Security Chip H1 -
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features - Volume control
Compliant Standards UL, C-Tick, BSMI, CB, JATE, FCC, A-Tick -
SAR Value 0.398 W/kg (body), 0.398 W/kg (limb) 0.9 W/kg (body), 0.9 W/kg (limb), 0.9 W/kg (head)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number - 1H
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