ASUS Chromebook CX1 (CX1500CKA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS Chromebook CX1 (CX1500CKA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

affordable price

efficient Chrome OS

good battery life

solid build quality

limited app compatibility

modest performance

low storage capacity

no high-resolution display

ASUS Chromebook CB9 (CB9400CEA-HU0087) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS Chromebook CB9 (CB9400CEA-HU0087) 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

average display resolution

no backlit keyboard

fewer ports options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS Chromebook CX1 (CX1500CKA) and ASUS Chromebook CB9 (CB9400CEA-HU0087)
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS Chromebook CX1 (CX1500CKA) vs. ASUS Chromebook CB9 (CB9400CEA-HU0087) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS Chromebook CX1 (CX1500CKA) ASUS Chromebook CB9 (CB9400CEA-HU0087)
Product Type Chromebook - 180-degree hinge design Chromebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.13 cm x 24.99 cm x 1.87 cm 32.22 cm x 20.49 cm x 1.8 cm
Weight 1.8 kg 1.15 kg
Case Material Plastic (top), plastic (bottom), plastic (LCD cover) Aluminium alloy
Colour Transparent silver (LCD cover), transparent silver (top), transparent silver (bottom) | Transparent silver Star black
DISPLAY ASUS Chromebook CX1 (CX1500CKA) ASUS Chromebook CB9 (CB9400CEA-HU0087)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14"
Touchscreen - Yes
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, 78% screen-to-body ratio Glossy, WideView, 92% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR ASUS Chromebook CX1 (CX1500CKA) ASUS Chromebook CB9 (CB9400CEA-HU0087)
CPU Intel Celeron N4500 / 1.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.8 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 4 MB 8 MB
Features - Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUS Chromebook CX1 (CX1500CKA) ASUS Chromebook CB9 (CB9400CEA-HU0087)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
STORAGE ASUS Chromebook CX1 (CX1500CKA) ASUS Chromebook CB9 (CB9400CEA-HU0087)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB eMMC 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS Chromebook CX1 (CX1500CKA) ASUS Chromebook CB9 (CB9400CEA-HU0087)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter
Sound Speakers, microphone Dual speakers, array microphone
Audio Features Input: Google Assistant Output: Smart Amp, Harman-branded; Input: Google Assistant
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS Chromebook CX1 (CX1500CKA) ASUS Chromebook CB9 (CB9400CEA-HU0087)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS Chromebook CX1 (CX1500CKA) ASUS Chromebook CB9 (CB9400CEA-HU0087)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 50 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS Chromebook CX1 (CX1500CKA) ASUS Chromebook CB9 (CB9400CEA-HU0087)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 45 Watt, 15 V, 3 A
INPUT ASUS Chromebook CX1 (CX1500CKA) ASUS Chromebook CB9 (CB9400CEA-HU0087)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, NumberPad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Chiclet keyboard Spill-resistant, chiclet keyboard, 1.5mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS Chromebook CX1 (CX1500CKA) ASUS Chromebook CB9 (CB9400CEA-HU0087)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI 2.0b
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS Chromebook CX1 (CX1500CKA) ASUS Chromebook CB9 (CB9400CEA-HU0087)
Operating System (OS) Google Chrome OS Google Chrome OS Enterprise
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS Chromebook CX1 (CX1500CKA) ASUS Chromebook CB9 (CB9400CEA-HU0087)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Sleeve, USB-C power adapter
Security Titan-C Security Chip Titan-C Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features MIL-STD-810H tested ErgoLift, MIL-STD-810H tested
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS
Model Number BR0007 FRA+CBE
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