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 Flip CM5 (CM5500FDA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS Chromebook Flip CM5 (CM5500FDA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

versatile 360-degree hinge

responsive touchscreen display

stylish orange accents

comfortable backlit keyboard

decent battery life

mediocre speaker quality

limited storage capacity

no high-resolution options

average processing power.

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS Chromebook Flip C214MA (BW0116) and ASUS Chromebook Flip CM5 (CM5500FDA)
83 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
65 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS Chromebook Flip C214MA (BW0116) vs. ASUS Chromebook Flip CM5 (CM5500FDA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS Chromebook Flip C214MA (BW0116) ASUS Chromebook Flip CM5 (CM5500FDA)
Product Type Chromebook - flip design Chromebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.2 cm x 19.9 cm x 2.01 cm 35.76 cm x 24.08 cm x 1.85 cm
Weight 1.2 kg 1.95 kg
Case Material - Aluminum, plastic
Colour Dark grey Black (top), mineral grey (LCD cover), gun grey (bottom)
DISPLAY ASUS Chromebook Flip C214MA (BW0116) ASUS Chromebook Flip CM5 (CM5500FDA)
Screen Size (Type) 11.6" 15.6"
Touchscreen Yes Yes
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 200 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 50% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Glossy, Wide-View (IPS)
PROCESSOR ASUS Chromebook Flip C214MA (BW0116) ASUS Chromebook Flip CM5 (CM5500FDA)
CPU Intel Celeron N4000 / 1.1 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 3500C / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.6 GHz 3.7 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 4 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
MEMORY ASUS Chromebook Flip C214MA (BW0116) ASUS Chromebook Flip CM5 (CM5500FDA)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
STORAGE ASUS Chromebook Flip C214MA (BW0116) ASUS Chromebook Flip CM5 (CM5500FDA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 32 GB eMMC 64 GB eMMC
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS Chromebook Flip C214MA (BW0116) ASUS Chromebook Flip CM5 (CM5500FDA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 600 AMD Radeon Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution 5 Megapixel (rear), 1 Megapixel (front) -
Image Sensor Type CMOS -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Harman/kardon stereo speakers, array microphone
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS Chromebook Flip C214MA (BW0116) ASUS Chromebook Flip CM5 (CM5500FDA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS Chromebook Flip C214MA (BW0116) ASUS Chromebook Flip CM5 (CM5500FDA)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 50 Wh 57 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS Chromebook Flip C214MA (BW0116) ASUS Chromebook Flip CM5 (CM5500FDA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 15 V, 3 A 45 Watt, 15 V, 3 A
INPUT ASUS Chromebook Flip C214MA (BW0116) ASUS Chromebook Flip CM5 (CM5500FDA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad, stylus Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Spill-resistant Chiclet keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS Chromebook Flip C214MA (BW0116) ASUS Chromebook Flip CM5 (CM5500FDA)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS Chromebook Flip C214MA (BW0116) ASUS Chromebook Flip CM5 (CM5500FDA)
Operating System (OS) Google Chrome OS Google Chrome OS
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS Chromebook Flip C214MA (BW0116) ASUS Chromebook Flip CM5 (CM5500FDA)
Included Accessories Stylus, USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Google Security Chip H1 Titan-C Security Chip
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Compliant Standards UL, C-Tick, BSMI, CB, JATE, FCC, RoHS, MIL-STD 810G, WEEE, A-Tick, iDA, ErP 2013 -
SAR Value 0.973 W/kg (body), 0.973 W/kg (limb) -
Repairability Index - 6.2 (out of 10)
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number - E60081
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