ASUS Chromebook Flip C214MA (BW0116) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS Chromebook Flip C214MA (BW0116) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

rugged build quality

360-degree hinge flexibility

touchscreen functionality

affordable pricing

decent battery life

limited storage capacity

mediocre performance

no backlit keyboard

low-resolution display

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

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS Chromebook Flip C214MA (BW0116) and ASUS Chromebook CX1 (CX1500CKA)
83 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS Chromebook Flip C214MA (BW0116) vs. ASUS Chromebook CX1 (CX1500CKA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS Chromebook Flip C214MA (BW0116) ASUS Chromebook CX1 (CX1500CKA)
Product Type Chromebook - flip design Chromebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.2 cm x 19.9 cm x 2.01 cm 36.13 cm x 24.99 cm x 1.87 cm
Weight 1.2 kg 1.8 kg
Case Material - Plastic (top), plastic (bottom), plastic (LCD cover)
Colour Dark grey Transparent silver (LCD cover), transparent silver (top), transparent silver (bottom) | Transparent silver
DISPLAY ASUS Chromebook Flip C214MA (BW0116) ASUS Chromebook CX1 (CX1500CKA)
Screen Size (Type) 11.6" 15.6"
Touchscreen Yes -
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 200 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 50% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, 78% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR ASUS Chromebook Flip C214MA (BW0116) ASUS Chromebook CX1 (CX1500CKA)
CPU Intel Celeron N4000 / 1.1 GHz Intel Celeron N4500 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.6 GHz 2.8 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 4 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
MEMORY ASUS Chromebook Flip C214MA (BW0116) ASUS Chromebook CX1 (CX1500CKA)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
STORAGE ASUS Chromebook Flip C214MA (BW0116) ASUS Chromebook CX1 (CX1500CKA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 32 GB eMMC 64 GB eMMC
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS Chromebook Flip C214MA (BW0116) ASUS Chromebook CX1 (CX1500CKA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 600 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution 5 Megapixel (rear), 1 Megapixel (front) -
Image Sensor Type CMOS -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Speakers, microphone
Audio Features - Input: Google Assistant
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS Chromebook Flip C214MA (BW0116) ASUS Chromebook CX1 (CX1500CKA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS Chromebook Flip C214MA (BW0116) ASUS Chromebook CX1 (CX1500CKA)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 50 Wh 42 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS Chromebook Flip C214MA (BW0116) ASUS Chromebook CX1 (CX1500CKA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 15 V, 3 A 45 Watt
INPUT ASUS Chromebook Flip C214MA (BW0116) ASUS Chromebook CX1 (CX1500CKA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad, stylus Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Features Spill-resistant Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS Chromebook Flip C214MA (BW0116) ASUS Chromebook CX1 (CX1500CKA)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS Chromebook Flip C214MA (BW0116) ASUS Chromebook CX1 (CX1500CKA)
Operating System (OS) Google Chrome OS Google Chrome OS
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS Chromebook Flip C214MA (BW0116) ASUS Chromebook CX1 (CX1500CKA)
Included Accessories Stylus, USB-C power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Google Security Chip H1 Titan-C Security Chip
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features - MIL-STD-810H tested
Compliant Standards UL, C-Tick, BSMI, CB, JATE, FCC, RoHS, MIL-STD 810G, WEEE, A-Tick, iDA, ErP 2013 RoHS
SAR Value 0.973 W/kg (body), 0.973 W/kg (limb) -
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 -
Model Number - BR0007
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