HP Chromebook x360 (12b) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP Chromebook x360 (12b) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

360-degree hinge versatility

compact and lightweight

decent battery life

touchscreen functionality

limited storage capacity

average performance

no backlit keyboard

fewer port options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP Chromebook x360 (12b) and Acer Chromebook 514 (CB514-1H)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP Chromebook x360 (12b) vs. Acer Chromebook 514 (CB514-1H) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP Chromebook x360 (12b) Acer Chromebook 514 (CB514-1H)
Product Type Chromebook - flip design Chromebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 27.2 cm x 21.6 cm x 1.73 cm 32.3 cm x 23.2 cm x 1.695 cm
Weight 1.35 kg 1.5 kg
Colour Ceramic white, matte finish (cover and base) | Natural silver (keyboard frame and base), ceramic white (cover), matte base finish, paint cover and keyboard frame Pure silver
DISPLAY HP Chromebook x360 (12b) Acer Chromebook 514 (CB514-1H)
Screen Size (Type) 12" - IPS 14" - TN
Touchscreen Yes Yes (multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 912 (HD+) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness 235 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 50% NTSC -
Features Anti-glare, Micro Edge Anti-glare, ComfyView, 8 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display
PROCESSOR HP Chromebook x360 (12b) Acer Chromebook 514 (CB514-1H)
CPU Intel Celeron N4020 / 1.1 GHz Intel Celeron N3350 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.8 GHz 2.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 4 MB 2 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features - Intel Burst Technology
MEMORY HP Chromebook x360 (12b) Acer Chromebook 514 (CB514-1H)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 4 GB
RAM Type LPDDR4 SDRAM LPDDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
Rated Speed 2400 MHz -
STORAGE HP Chromebook x360 (12b) Acer Chromebook 514 (CB514-1H)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB eMMC 32 GB eMMC - SanDisk
AUDIO & VIDEO HP Chromebook x360 (12b) Acer Chromebook 514 (CB514-1H)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 600 Intel HD Graphics 500
Memory Allocation Technology - Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Camera Yes - HD Yes - HD
Camera Features HP Wide Vision HD -
Video Resolutions 720p -
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS HP Chromebook x360 (12b) Acer Chromebook 514 (CB514-1H)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 7265 - M.2 Card
Features Miracast, dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY HP Chromebook x360 (12b) Acer Chromebook 514 (CB514-1H)
Technology 2-cell lithium polymer 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 40.31 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life Up to 13.25 hours Up to 12 hours
AC ADAPTER HP Chromebook x360 (12b) Acer Chromebook 514 (CB514-1H)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT HP Chromebook x360 (12b) Acer Chromebook 514 (CB514-1H)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Features Multi-touch touchpad, touchpad with gesture support Multi-gesture touch pad, Acer FineTip keyboard
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP Chromebook x360 (12b) Acer Chromebook 514 (CB514-1H)
Interfaces 2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
2 x USB 3.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) -
SOFTWARE HP Chromebook x360 (12b) Acer Chromebook 514 (CB514-1H)
Operating System (OS) Google Chrome OS - English Google Chrome OS
Software Included Google Drive (100 GB Cloud Storage) (free for 1 year) -
MISCELLANEOUS HP Chromebook x360 (12b) Acer Chromebook 514 (CB514-1H)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Integrated Options Accelerometer, magnetometer -
Security Google Security Chip H1 -
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features MU-MIMO technology Fanless, MIMO technology
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number ca0500na C1T8
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