ASUS Chromebook C523NA (A20408) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chrome 15IJL7 (82T3)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS Chromebook C523NA (A20408) and Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chrome 15IJL7 (82T3). 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 (A20408) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS Chromebook C523NA (A20408) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

decent battery life

full hd display

simple chrome os

limited storage capacity

mediocre performance

fewer ports

not for heavy multitasking

Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chrome 15IJL7 (82T3) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chrome 15IJL7 (82T3) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

flexible 2-in-1 design

affordable price point

lightweight and portable

decent battery life

responsive touchscreen

mediocre display quality

limited storage capacity

average processing power

fewer connectivity options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS Chromebook C523NA (A20408) and Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chrome 15IJL7 (82T3)
69 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
73 % - Design
75 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS Chromebook C523NA (A20408) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chrome 15IJL7 (82T3) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS Chromebook C523NA (A20408) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chrome 15IJL7 (82T3)
Product Type Chromebook - 180-degree hinge design Chromebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.8 cm x 24.8 cm x 1.61 cm 36.2 cm x 24.8 cm x 1.894 cm
Weight 1.69 kg 1.9 kg
Case Material Aluminum Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top)
Colour Silver Dual tone arctic grey
DISPLAY ASUS Chromebook C523NA (A20408) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chrome 15IJL7 (82T3)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 200 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Glossy, on-cell touch technology, capacitive touch screen, 170° viewing angle, DC dimming
PROCESSOR ASUS Chromebook C523NA (A20408) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chrome 15IJL7 (82T3)
CPU Intel Celeron N3350 / 1.1 GHz Intel Pentium Silver N6000 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.4 GHz 3.3 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 2 MB L3 - 4 MB
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY ASUS Chromebook C523NA (A20408) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chrome 15IJL7 (82T3)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed - 2933 MHz
Rated Speed - 2933 MHz
STORAGE ASUS Chromebook C523NA (A20408) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chrome 15IJL7 (82T3)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB eMMC 128 GB eMMC - eMMC 5.1
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS Chromebook C523NA (A20408) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chrome 15IJL7 (82T3)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 500 Intel UHD Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 2 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC5682I
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Waves MaxxAudio
Audio Features - WoV (Wake-on-Voice)
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS Chromebook C523NA (A20408) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chrome 15IJL7 (82T3)
Wireless Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac NFC, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS Chromebook C523NA (A20408) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chrome 15IJL7 (82T3)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 38 Wh 47 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 10 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS Chromebook C523NA (A20408) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chrome 15IJL7 (82T3)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 15 V, 3 A 45 Watt
INPUT ASUS Chromebook C523NA (A20408) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chrome 15IJL7 (82T3)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, Chrome keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS Chromebook C523NA (A20408) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chrome 15IJL7 (82T3)
Interfaces 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
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS Chromebook C523NA (A20408) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chrome 15IJL7 (82T3)
Operating System (OS) Google Chrome OS Google Chrome OS
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS Chromebook C523NA (A20408) Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 3 Chrome 15IJL7 (82T3)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Titan-C Security Chip Google Security Chip H1
Security Slot Type - Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Compliant Standards - RoHS
SAR Value 0.398 W/kg (body), 0.398 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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