HP Chromebook 11A G8 Education Edition vs. Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of HP Chromebook 11A G8 Education Edition and Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9). 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.

HP Chromebook 11A G8 Education Edition Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP Chromebook 11A G8 Education Edition based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

rugged build quality

affordable price point

efficient Chrome OS

long battery life

lightweight design

limited storage capacity

mediocre display resolution

fewer software options

basic performance level

Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

efficient performance

excellent keyboard feel

good battery life

affordable price

mediocre display resolution

limited storage capacity

no high-end GPU

fewer ports available

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP Chromebook 11A G8 Education Edition and Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9)
69 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP Chromebook 11A G8 Education Edition vs. Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP Chromebook 11A G8 Education Edition Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9)
Product Type Chromebook Chromebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 29.5 cm x 20.53 cm x 1.88 cm 32.54 cm x 21.7 cm x 1.983 cm
Weight 1.37 kg 1.56 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top)
Colour Chalkboard grey Abyss blue
DISPLAY HP Chromebook 11A G8 Education Edition Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9)
Screen Size (Type) 11.6" 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, Slim Design, HD standard-viewing angle (SVA) eDP Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR HP Chromebook 11A G8 Education Edition Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9)
CPU AMD A4 9120C / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.4 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 10-core
Cache L2 - 1 MB 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY HP Chromebook 11A G8 Education Edition Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed 1866 MHz 4266 MHz
Rated Speed 1866 MHz 4266 MHz
STORAGE HP Chromebook 11A G8 Education Edition Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 16 GB eMMC - eMMC 5.0 128 GB eMMC - eMMC 5.1
AUDIO & VIDEO HP Chromebook 11A G8 Education Edition Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon R4 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 1080p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Video Resolutions 720p -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC5682I
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio, Waves MaxxAudio
COMMUNICATIONS HP Chromebook 11A G8 Education Edition Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Atheros QCA6174A-5 Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - M.2 Card
Bluetooth Class Class 2 -
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED 5 -
Features Dual stream (2x2), MU-MIMO Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY HP Chromebook 11A G8 Education Edition Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9)
Technology 2-cell lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 47.36 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours Up to 11 hours
AC ADAPTER HP Chromebook 11A G8 Education Edition Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 V 65 Watt
INPUT HP Chromebook 11A G8 Education Edition Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, gesture function, HP Improved Anchored Key Design Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Chrome keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP Chromebook 11A G8 Education Edition Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9)
Interfaces 2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (Power Delivery/data/video)
2 x USB 2.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x Thunderbolt 4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE HP Chromebook 11A G8 Education Edition Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9)
Operating System (OS) Google Chrome OS Google Chrome OS
Software Included Google Drive (100 GB Cloud Storage) (free for 2 years), HP Classroom Manager, Chrome Education Upgrade -
MISCELLANEOUS HP Chromebook 11A G8 Education Edition Lenovo ThinkPad C14 Chromebook (21C9)
Included Accessories HP 45W USB-C AC Adapter USB-C slim power adapter
Security Google Security Chip H1 Google Security Chip H1
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Google H1 security chip RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested
Compliant Standards UL, BSMI, SABS, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, ICES, KC, EAC, RCM, low halogen, ICCP RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Silver -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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