ASUS Chromebook CB9 (CB9400CEA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS Chromebook CB9 (CB9400CEA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

affordable price

efficient battery life

solid build quality

fast boot times

limited storage capacity

mediocre display resolution

fewer port options

not suitable for gaming

Acer Chromebook Plus 515 (CB515) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Chromebook Plus 515 (CB515) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust aluminum design

full hd touchscreen

efficient intel processor

long battery life

affordable price

limited storage capacity

no backlit keyboard

fewer port options

average graphics performance

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS Chromebook CB9 (CB9400CEA) and Acer Chromebook Plus 515 (CB515)
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
65 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
81 % - Design
84 % - Display
65 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS Chromebook CB9 (CB9400CEA) vs. Acer Chromebook Plus 515 (CB515) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS Chromebook CB9 (CB9400CEA) Acer Chromebook Plus 515 (CB515)
Product Type Chromebook Chromebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.22 cm x 20.49 cm x 1.6 cm 36.06 cm x 23.84 cm x 1.995 cm
Weight 1.05 kg 1.62 kg
Case Material Magnesium-aluminium (bottom), magnesium-aluminium (keyboard cover), magnesium-aluminium (LCD cover) Polycarbonate, ABS plastic
Colour Star black (LCD cover), star black (top), star black (bottom) | Star black Steel grey
DISPLAY ASUS Chromebook CB9 (CB9400CEA) Acer Chromebook Plus 515 (CB515)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 15.6" - IPS
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, Wide-View (IPS), 30 ms response rate, 170° horizontal and vertical viewing angle, 92% screen-to-body ratio Anti-glare, matte, ComfyView, 25 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display
PROCESSOR ASUS Chromebook CB9 (CB9400CEA) Acer Chromebook Plus 515 (CB515)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i3 (12th Gen) 1215U
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 6-core
Cache 8 MB L3 - 10 MB
Platform Technology Intel Evo -
Features Intel Smart Cache Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUS Chromebook CB9 (CB9400CEA) Acer Chromebook Plus 515 (CB515)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM LPDDR5X SDRAM
STORAGE ASUS Chromebook CB9 (CB9400CEA) Acer Chromebook Plus 515 (CB515)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD - Kingston
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS Chromebook CB9 (CB9400CEA) Acer Chromebook Plus 515 (CB515)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Video System Features Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory) -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - Full HD
Camera Features Privacy shutter Privacy shutter, Temporal Noise Reduction
Video Resolutions - 1080p
Sound Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, two microphones
Compliant Standards - DTS Sound
Audio Features Output: Smart Amp -
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS Chromebook CB9 (CB9400CEA) Acer Chromebook Plus 515 (CB515)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - M.2 2230 (CNVi)
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS Chromebook CB9 (CB9400CEA) Acer Chromebook Plus 515 (CB515)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion -
Battery Capacity (Size) 50 Wh 53 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS Chromebook CB9 (CB9400CEA) Acer Chromebook Plus 515 (CB515)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 45 Watt, 15 V, 3 A 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT ASUS Chromebook CB9 (CB9400CEA) Acer Chromebook Plus 515 (CB515)
Type Keyboard, NumberPad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard Multi-gesture touch pad, OceanGlass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS Chromebook CB9 (CB9400CEA) Acer Chromebook Plus 515 (CB515)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (DC-In combo, Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE ASUS Chromebook CB9 (CB9400CEA) Acer Chromebook Plus 515 (CB515)
Operating System (OS) Google Chrome OS Google Chrome OS
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS Chromebook CB9 (CB9400CEA) Acer Chromebook Plus 515 (CB515)
Included Accessories Sleeve, USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Titan-C Security Chip, fingerprint reader -
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 MIL-STD-810H tested MIL-STD-810H tested
Compliant Standards WEEE -
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) - 1.14 W/kg (head)
1.14 W/kg (body)
1.14 W/kg (limb)
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number KC0200 2H
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